Intel Core i3-2130 vs Intel Core i7-2710QE

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Intel Core i3-2130 or Intel Core i3-2130 – which processor offers superior performance? In this comparison, we examine disparities and assess which of these two CPUs outperforms the other. We delve into technical specifications and benchmark outcomes.
The Intel Core i3-2130 features 2 processor cores and has the capability to manage 4 threads concurrently.
It was released in Q3/2011 and belongs to the 2 generation of the Intel Core i3 series.
To use the Intel Core i3-2130, you'll need a motherboard with a LGA 1155 socket.
The Intel Core i7-2710QE features 4 processor cores and has the capability to manage 8 threads concurrently.
It was released in Q1/2011 and belongs to the 2 generation of the Intel Core i7 series.
To use the Intel Core i7-2710QE, you'll need a motherboard with a PGA 988 socket.
Intel Core i3 Family Intel Core i7
Desktop / Server Segment Mobile
Intel Core i3-2130 Name Intel Core i7-2710QE
Intel Core i 2000 Group Intel Core i 2000M
2 Generation 2
 
 

CPU Cores and Base Frequency

The Intel Core i3-2130 has 2 CPU cores and can calculate 4 threads in parallel.
The clock frequency of the Intel Core i3-2130 is 3.4 GHz
The Intel Core i7-2710QE has 4 CPU cores and can calculate 8 threads in parallel.
The clock frequency of the Intel Core i7-2710QE is 2.1 GHz
and turbo frequency for one core is 3.0 GHz.
normal Core architecture normal
2x Cores 4x
Yes Hyperthreading Yes
3.4 GHz Frequency 2.1 GHz
No Overclocking No
4 Threads 8
None None 3.0 GHz
2 CPU Cores 4
 
 

Internal Graphics

The Intel Core i3-2130 has integrated graphics, called iGPU for short.
Specifically, the Intel Core i3-2130 uses the Intel HD Graphics 2000, which has 48 texture shaders
and 6 execution units.
The iGPU uses the system's main memory as graphics memory and sits on the processor's die.
The Intel Core i7-2710QE has integrated graphics, called iGPU for short.
Specifically, the Intel Core i7-2710QE uses the Intel HD Graphics 3000, which has 96 texture shaders
and 12 execution units.
1.1 GHz GPU (Turbo) 1.2 GHz
Q1/2011 Release date Q1/2011
6 Execution units 12
10.1 Direct X 10.1
-- Max. displays --
48 Shaders 96
Intel HD Graphics 2000 GPU name Intel HD Graphics 3000
0.85 GHz GPU frequency 0.65 GHz
2.0 GB Max. GPU Memory 2.0 GB
6 Generation 6
32 nm Technology 32 nm
 
 

Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning

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Hardware codec support

A photo or video codec that is accelerated in hardware can greatly accelerate the working speed of a processor and extend the battery life of notebooks or smartphones when playing videos.
No VP8 No
No VP9 No
Decode / Encode AVC Decode / Encode
Decode / Encode h264 Decode / Encode
No JPEG No
Decode VC-1 Decode
No AV1 No
No h265 / HEVC (8 bit) No
No h265 / HEVC (10 bit) No
 
 

Memory & PCIe

The processor supports a maximum memory capacity of 32.0 GB distributed across 2 memory channels. It offers a peak memory bandwidth of 21.3 GB/s. Both the type and quantity of memory can have a substantial impact on the overall system performance.
The processor supports a maximum memory capacity of 16.0 GB distributed across 2 memory channels. It offers a peak memory bandwidth of 25.6 GB/s. Both the type and quantity of memory can have a substantial impact on the overall system performance.
Yes AES-NI Yes
32.0 GB Max. Memory 16.0 GB
21.3 GB/s Bandwidth 25.6 GB/s
DDR3-1333 Memory type DDR3-1066, DDR3-1333, DDR3-1600
pci PCIe pci
2 Memory channels 2
No ECC No
 
 

Thermal Management

The processor has a thermal design power (TDP) of 65 W watts.
TDP indicates the cooling solution needed to effectively manage the processor's heat. It generally provides an approximate indication of the actual power consumption of the CPU itself.
The processor has a thermal design power (TDP) of 45 W watts.
65 W TDP (PL1 / PBP) 45 W
-- Tjunction max 100 °C
 
 

Technical details

The Intel Core i3-2130 is manufactured using a 32 nm process.
A smaller manufacturing process indicates a more contemporary and energy-efficient CPU.
In total, this processor boasts a generous 3.0 MB cache.
A substantial cache can significantly enhance the processor's performance, particularly in scenarios like gaming.
The Intel Core i7-2710QE is manufactured using a 32 nm process.
In total, this processor boasts a generous 6.0 MB cache.
Technical data sheet Documents Technical data sheet
Q3/2011 Release date Q1/2011
LGA 1155 Socket PGA 988
0 bytes L2-Cache 0 bytes
3.0 MB L3-Cache 6.0 MB
Windows 10, Linux Operating systems Windows 10, Linux
x86-64 (64 bit) Instruction set (ISA) x86-64 (64 bit)
-- Part Number --
Sandy Bridge S Architecture Sandy Bridge H
VT-x, VT-x EPT Virtualization VT-x, VT-x EPT
117 $ Release price 295 $
SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX ISA extensions SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX
Monolithic Chip design Monolithic
32 nm Technology 32 nm