Intel Core i3-3217UE vs Intel Core i5-661

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Intel Core i3-3217UE or Intel Core i3-3217UE – 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 i3-3217UE features 2 processor cores and has the capability to manage 4 threads concurrently.
It was released in Q3/2012 and belongs to the 3 generation of the Intel Core i3 series.
To use the Intel Core i3-3217UE, you'll need a motherboard with a BGA 1023 socket.
The Intel Core i5-661 features 2 processor cores and has the capability to manage 4 threads concurrently.
It was released in Q1/2010 and belongs to the 1 generation of the Intel Core i5 series.
To use the Intel Core i5-661, you'll need a motherboard with a LGA 1156 socket.
Mobile Segment Desktop / Server
3 Generation 1
Intel Core i3-3217UE Name Intel Core i5-661
Intel Core i3 Family Intel Core i5
Intel Core i 3000U Group Intel Core i5 600
 
 

CPU Cores and Base Frequency

The Intel Core i3-3217UE has 2 CPU cores and can calculate 4 threads in parallel.
The clock frequency of the Intel Core i3-3217UE is 1.6 GHz
The Intel Core i5-661 has 2 CPU cores and can calculate 4 threads in parallel.
The clock frequency of the Intel Core i5-661 is 3.33 GHz
and turbo frequency for one core is 3.6 GHz.
normal Core architecture normal
Yes Hyperthreading Yes
No Overclocking No
1.6 GHz Frequency 3.33 GHz
2x Cores 2x
None None 3.6 GHz
4 Threads 4
2 CPU Cores 2
 
 

Internal Graphics

The Intel Core i3-3217UE has integrated graphics, called iGPU for short.
Specifically, the Intel Core i3-3217UE uses the Intel HD Graphics 4000, which has 128 texture shaders
and 16 execution units.
The iGPU uses the system's main memory as graphics memory and sits on the processor's die.
The Intel Core i5-661 has integrated graphics, called iGPU for short.
Specifically, the Intel Core i5-661 uses the Intel HD Graphics (Westmere), which has 24 texture shaders
and 12 execution units.
128 Shaders 24
Q1/2011 Release date Q1/2010
0.35 GHz GPU frequency 0.5 GHz
7 Generation 5
22 nm Technology 32 nm
0.9 GHz GPU (Turbo) 0.9 GHz
-- Max. displays --
16 Execution units 12
Intel HD Graphics 4000 GPU name Intel HD Graphics (Westmere)
2.0 GB Max. GPU Memory 2.0 GB
11.0 Direct X 10.1
 
 

Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning

-- AI specifications --
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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 h265 / HEVC (8 bit) No
No VP9 No
Decode / Encode h264 Decode
Decode JPEG No
Decode VC-1 No
No h265 / HEVC (10 bit) No
No AV1 No
Decode / Encode AVC Decode
 
 

Memory & PCIe

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.
The processor supports a maximum memory capacity of 16.0 GB distributed across 2 memory channels. It offers a peak memory bandwidth of 21.0 GB/s. Both the type and quantity of memory can have a substantial impact on the overall system performance.
25.6 GB/s Bandwidth 21.0 GB/s
pci PCIe pci
2 Memory channels 2
16.0 GB Max. Memory 16.0 GB
Yes ECC No
Yes AES-NI Yes
DDR3-1600 Memory type DDR3-1066, DDR3-1333
 
 

Thermal Management

The processor has a thermal design power (TDP) of 17 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 73 W watts.
17 W TDP (PL1 / PBP) 73 W
105 °C Tjunction max --
 
 

Technical details

The Intel Core i3-3217UE 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 3.0 MB cache.
A substantial cache can significantly enhance the processor's performance, particularly in scenarios like gaming.
The Intel Core i5-661 is manufactured using a 32 nm process.
In total, this processor boasts a generous 4.0 MB cache.
Q3/2012 Release date Q1/2010
-- Part Number --
Ivy Bridge U Architecture Clarkdale
Windows 10, Linux Operating systems Windows 10, Linux
22 nm Technology 32 nm
Monolithic Chip design Monolithic
x86-64 (64 bit) Instruction set (ISA) x86-64 (64 bit)
0 bytes L2-Cache 512.0 KB
VT-x, VT-x EPT Virtualization VT-x, VT-x EPT, VT-d
SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX ISA extensions SSE4.1, SSE4.2
-- Release price 177 $
BGA 1023 Socket LGA 1156
3.0 MB L3-Cache 4.0 MB
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