Intel Core i3-8130U vs Intel Core i5-8269U

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Intel Core i3-8130U or Intel Core i3-8130U – 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 i3-8130U features 2 processor cores and has the capability to manage 4 threads concurrently.
It was released in Q1/2018 and belongs to the 8 generation of the Intel Core i3 series.
To use the Intel Core i3-8130U, you'll need a motherboard with a BGA 1356 socket.
The Intel Core i5-8269U features 4 processor cores and has the capability to manage 8 threads concurrently.
It was released in Q2/2018 and belongs to the 8 generation of the Intel Core i5 series.
To use the Intel Core i5-8269U, you'll need a motherboard with a BGA 1528 socket.
Intel Core i3 Family Intel Core i5
Mobile Segment Mobile
Intel Core i3-8130U Name Intel Core i5-8269U
Intel Core i 8000U Group Intel Core i 8000U
8 Generation 8
 
 

CPU Cores and Base Frequency

The Intel Core i3-8130U has 2 CPU cores and can calculate 4 threads in parallel.
The clock frequency of the Intel Core i3-8130U is 2.2 GHz
and turbo frequency for one core is 3.4 GHz.
The Intel Core i5-8269U has 4 CPU cores and can calculate 8 threads in parallel.
The clock frequency of the Intel Core i5-8269U is 2.6 GHz
and turbo frequency for one core is 4.2 GHz.
2x Cores 4x
2.8 GHz Turbo Frequency (all cores) 3.4 GHz
2.2 GHz Frequency 2.6 GHz
2 CPU Cores 4
normal Core architecture normal
Yes Hyperthreading Yes
No Overclocking No
4 Threads 8
3.4 GHz Turbo Frequency (1 core) 4.2 GHz
 
 

Internal Graphics

The Intel Core i3-8130U has integrated graphics, called iGPU for short.
Specifically, the Intel Core i3-8130U uses the Intel UHD 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.
The Intel Core i5-8269U has integrated graphics, called iGPU for short.
Specifically, the Intel Core i5-8269U uses the Intel Iris Plus Graphics 655, which has 384 texture shaders
and 48 execution units.
1.0 GHz GPU (Turbo) 1.1 GHz
Q3/2016 Release date Q4/2017
24 Execution units 48
12 Direct X 12
-- Max. displays --
192 Shaders 384
Intel UHD Graphics 620 GPU name Intel Iris Plus Graphics 655
0.3 GHz GPU frequency 0.3 GHz
16.0 GB Max. GPU Memory 32.0 GB
9.5 Generation 9.5
14 nm Technology 14 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.
Decode / Encode VP8 Decode / Encode
Decode / Encode VP9 Decode / Encode
Decode / Encode AVC Decode / Encode
Decode / Encode h264 Decode / Encode
Decode / Encode JPEG Decode / Encode
Decode VC-1 Decode
No AV1 No
Decode / Encode h265 / HEVC (8 bit) Decode / Encode
Decode / Encode h265 / HEVC (10 bit) Decode / Encode
 
 

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 38.4 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 32.0 GB
38.4 GB/s Bandwidth 38.4 GB/s
DDR4-2400, LPDDR3-2133 Memory type DDR4-2400
pci PCIe pci
2 Memory channels 2
Yes ECC No
 
 

Thermal Management

The processor has a thermal design power (TDP) of 15 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 28 W watts.
10 W TDP down None
15 W TDP (PL1 / PBP) 28 W
100 °C Tjunction max --
 
 

Technical details

The Intel Core i3-8130U is manufactured using a 14 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 i5-8269U is manufactured using a 14 nm process.
In total, this processor boasts a generous 6.0 MB cache.
Technical data sheet Documents Technical data sheet
Q1/2018 Release date Q2/2018
BGA 1356 Socket BGA 1528
0 bytes L2-Cache 0 bytes
4.0 MB L3-Cache 6.0 MB
Windows 10, Linux, Windows 11 Operating systems Windows 10, Linux, Windows 11
x86-64 (64 bit) Instruction set (ISA) x86-64 (64 bit)
-- Part Number --
Kaby Lake U Refresh Architecture Coffee Lake U
VT-x, VT-x EPT, VT-d Virtualization VT-x, VT-x EPT, VT-d
281 $ Release price --
SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX2 ISA extensions SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX2
Monolithic Chip design Monolithic
14 nm Technology 14 nm