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Intel Core i3-3115C or Intel Core i3-3115C – 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 i3-3115C features 2 processor cores and has the capability to manage 4 threads concurrently. It was released in Q3/2013 and belongs to the 3 generation of the Intel Core i3 series. To use the Intel Core i3-3115C, you'll need a motherboard with a BGA 1284 socket. The Intel Core i3-7130U features 2 processor cores and has the capability to manage 4 threads concurrently. It was released in Q2/2017 and belongs to the 7 generation of the Intel Core i3 series. To use the Intel Core i3-7130U, you'll need a motherboard with a BGA 1356 socket. |
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Intel Core i3 | Family | Intel Core i3 |
Mobile | Segment | Mobile |
Intel Core i3-3115C | Name | Intel Core i3-7130U |
Intel Core i 3000M | Group | Intel Core i 7000U |
3 | Generation | 7 |
CPU Cores and Base Frequency |
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The Intel Core i3-3115C has 2 CPU cores and can calculate 4 threads in parallel.
The clock frequency of the Intel Core i3-3115C is 2.5 GHz The Intel Core i3-7130U has 2 CPU cores and can calculate 4 threads in parallel. The clock frequency of the Intel Core i3-7130U is 2.7 GHz |
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normal | Core architecture | normal |
2x | Cores | 2x |
Yes | Hyperthreading | Yes |
2.5 GHz | Frequency | 2.7 GHz |
No | Overclocking | No |
4 | Threads | 4 |
2 | CPU Cores | 2 |
Internal Graphics |
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The Intel Core i3-3115C does not have integrated graphics.
The Intel Core i3-7130U has integrated graphics, called iGPU for short. Specifically, the Intel Core i3-7130U uses the Intel HD Graphics 620, which has 192 texture shaders and 24 execution units. The iGPU uses the system's main memory as graphics memory and sits on the processor's die. |
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-- | GPU (Turbo) | 1.0 GHz |
-- | Release date | Q2/2016 |
-- | Execution units | 24 |
-- | Direct X | 12 |
-- | Max. displays | -- |
-- | Shaders | 192 |
GPU name | Intel HD Graphics 620 | |
-- | GPU frequency | 0.3 GHz |
0 bytes | Max. GPU Memory | 32.0 GB |
-- | Generation | 9.5 |
-- | Technology | 14 nm |
Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning |
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-- | AI specifications | -- |
-- | AI hardware | -- |
Hardware codec support |
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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.
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-- | VP8 | Decode / Encode |
-- | VP9 | Decode / Encode |
-- | AVC | Decode / Encode |
-- | h264 | Decode / Encode |
-- | JPEG | Decode / Encode |
-- | VC-1 | Decode |
-- | AV1 | No |
-- | h265 / HEVC (8 bit) | Decode / Encode |
-- | h265 / HEVC (10 bit) | Decode / Encode |
Memory & PCIe |
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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 32.0 GB distributed across 2 memory channels. It offers a peak memory bandwidth of 34.1 GB/s. Both the type and quantity of memory can have a substantial impact on the overall system performance. |
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Yes | AES-NI | Yes |
32.0 GB | Max. Memory | 32.0 GB |
21.3 GB/s | Bandwidth | 34.1 GB/s |
DDR3-1333 | Memory type | DDR4-2133, DDR3-1600, LPDDR3-1866 |
pci | PCIe | pci |
2 | Memory channels | 2 |
No | ECC | No |
Thermal Management |
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The processor has a thermal design power (TDP) of 25 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 15 W watts. |
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None | TDP down | 7.5 W |
25 W | TDP (PL1 / PBP) | 15 W |
100 °C | Tjunction max | 100 °C |
Technical details |
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The Intel Core i3-3115C is manufactured using a 22 nm process.
A smaller manufacturing process indicates a more contemporary and energy-efficient CPU. In total, this processor boasts a generous 4.0 MB cache. A substantial cache can significantly enhance the processor's performance, particularly in scenarios like gaming. The Intel Core i3-7130U is manufactured using a 14 nm process. In total, this processor boasts a generous 3.0 MB cache. |
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Technical data sheet | Documents | Technical data sheet |
Q3/2013 | Release date | Q2/2017 |
BGA 1284 | Socket | BGA 1356 |
0 bytes | L2-Cache | 0 bytes |
4.0 MB | L3-Cache | 3.0 MB |
Windows 10, Linux | Operating systems | Windows 10, Linux |
x86-64 (64 bit) | Instruction set (ISA) | x86-64 (64 bit) |
-- | Part Number | -- |
Ivy Bridge H | Architecture | Kaby Lake U |
VT-x, VT-x EPT | Virtualization | VT-x, VT-x EPT, VT-d |
-- | Release price | 281 $ |
SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX | ISA extensions | SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX2 |
Monolithic | Chip design | Monolithic |
22 nm | Technology | 14 nm |