Intel Core i3-3227U vs Intel Atom C2550

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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 Intel Atom C2550 features 4 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 Atom series.
To use the Intel Atom C2550, you'll need a motherboard with a BGA 1283 socket.
Mobile Segment Desktop / Server
3 Generation 3
Intel Core i3 Family Intel Atom
Intel Core i 3000U Group Intel Atom C2000
Intel Core i3-3227U Name Intel Atom C2550
 
 

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 Intel Atom C2550 has 4 CPU cores and can calculate 4 threads in parallel.
The clock frequency of the Intel Atom C2550 is 2.4 GHz
and turbo frequency for one core is 2.6 GHz.
None None 2.6 GHz
Yes Hyperthreading No
None None 2.6 GHz
No Overclocking No
4 Threads 4
normal Core architecture normal
2 CPU Cores 4
2x Cores 4x
1.9 GHz Frequency 2.4 GHz
 
 

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 Intel Atom C2550 does not have integrated graphics.
7 Generation --
128 Shaders --
-- Max. displays --
0.35 GHz GPU frequency --
1.1 GHz GPU (Turbo) --
16 Execution units --
2.0 GB Max. GPU Memory 0 bytes
11.0 Direct X --
22 nm Technology --
Intel HD Graphics 4000 GPU name
Q1/2011 Release date --
 
 

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.
Decode / Encode AVC --
No AV1 --
No VP8 --
Decode JPEG --
Decode / Encode h264 --
No h265 / HEVC (10 bit) --
No h265 / HEVC (8 bit) --
No VP9 --
Decode VC-1 --
 
 

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.
The processor supports a maximum memory capacity of 64.0 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.
32.0 GB Max. Memory 64.0 GB
2 Memory channels 2
pci PCIe pci
DDR3-1600 Memory type DDR3L-1600, DDR3-1600
Yes AES-NI Yes
No ECC Yes
25.6 GB/s Bandwidth 25.6 GB/s
 
 

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 14 W watts.
-- Tjunction max --
17 W TDP (PL1 / PBP) 14 W
 
 

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 Intel Atom C2550 is manufactured using a 22 nm process.
In total, this processor boasts a generous 2.0 MB cache.
-- Part Number --
BGA 1023 Socket BGA 1283
-- Release price 74 $
Technical data sheet Documents Technical data sheet
0 bytes L2-Cache 0 bytes
Windows 10, Linux Operating systems Windows 10, Linux
x86-64 (64 bit) Instruction set (ISA) x86-64 (64 bit)
Monolithic Chip design Monolithic
SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX ISA extensions SSE4.1, SSE4.2
VT-x, VT-x EPT Virtualization VT-x, VT-x EPT
Ivy Bridge U Architecture Avoton
3.0 MB L3-Cache 2.0 MB
22 nm Technology 22 nm
Q1/2013 Release date Q3/2013