Intel Core i3-3227U vs AMD E2-3800

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Intel Core i3-3227U or Intel Core i3-3227U – 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 i3-3227U features 2 processor cores and has the capability to manage 4 threads concurrently.
It was released in Q1/2013 and belongs to the 3 generation of the Intel Core i3 series.
To use the Intel Core i3-3227U, you'll need a motherboard with a BGA 1023 socket.
The AMD E2-3800 features 4 processor cores and has the capability to manage 4 threads concurrently.
It was released in Q4/2013 and belongs to the 3 generation of the AMD E series.
Intel Core i3 Family AMD E
Mobile Segment Mobile
Intel Core i3-3227U Name AMD E2-3800
Intel Core i 3000U Group AMD E2-3000
3 Generation 3
 
 

CPU Cores and Base Frequency

The Intel Core i3-3227U has 2 CPU cores and can calculate 4 threads in parallel.
The clock frequency of the Intel Core i3-3227U is 1.9 GHz
The AMD E2-3800 has 4 CPU cores and can calculate 4 threads in parallel.
The clock frequency of the AMD E2-3800 is 1.3 GHz
normal Core architecture normal
2x Cores 4x
Yes Hyperthreading No
1.9 GHz Frequency 1.3 GHz
No Overclocking Yes
4 Threads 4
2 CPU Cores 4
 
 

Internal Graphics

The Intel Core i3-3227U has integrated graphics, called iGPU for short.
Specifically, the Intel Core i3-3227U 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 AMD E2-3800 has integrated graphics, called iGPU for short.
Specifically, the AMD E2-3800 uses the AMD Radeon HD 8280, which has 128 texture shaders
and 2 execution units.
1.1 GHz GPU (Turbo) --
Q1/2011 Release date Q2/2013
16 Execution units 2
11.0 Direct X 11.1
-- Max. displays --
128 Shaders 128
Intel HD Graphics 4000 GPU name AMD Radeon HD 8280
0.35 GHz GPU frequency 0.45 GHz
2.0 GB Max. GPU Memory 2.0 GB
7 Generation 5
22 nm Technology 28 nm
 
 

Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning

-- AI specifications --
-- AI hardware --
 
 

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
Decode / Encode h264 Decode
Decode JPEG Decode / Encode
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 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 0 bytes
25.6 GB/s Bandwidth --
DDR3-1600 Memory type DDR3L-1600
pci PCIe pci
2 Memory channels 1
No ECC No
 
 

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 15 W watts.
17 W TDP (PL1 / PBP) 15 W
-- Tjunction max --
 
 

Technical details

The Intel Core i3-3227U 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 AMD E2-3800 is manufactured using a 28 nm process.
In total, this processor boasts a generous 2.0 MB cache.
Technical data sheet Documents Technical data sheet
Q1/2013 Release date Q4/2013
BGA 1023 Socket
0 bytes L2-Cache 0 bytes
3.0 MB L3-Cache 2.0 MB
Windows 10, Linux Operating systems
x86-64 (64 bit) Instruction set (ISA) x86-64 (64 bit)
-- Part Number --
Ivy Bridge U Architecture Llano (K10)
VT-x, VT-x EPT Virtualization AMD-V
-- Release price --
SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX ISA extensions SSE3, SSE4a
Monolithic Chip design --
22 nm Technology 28 nm