Intel Core i7-950 vs Intel Core i3-12100F

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Intel Core i7-950 or Intel Core i7-950 – 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 i7-950 features 4 processor cores and has the capability to manage 8 threads concurrently.
It was released in Q2/2009 and belongs to the 1 generation of the Intel Core i7 series.
To use the Intel Core i7-950, you'll need a motherboard with a LGA 1366 socket.
The Intel Core i3-12100F features 4 processor cores and has the capability to manage 8 threads concurrently.
It was released in Q1/2022 and belongs to the 12 generation of the Intel Core i3 series.
To use the Intel Core i3-12100F, you'll need a motherboard with a LGA 1700 socket.
Intel Core i7-950 Name Intel Core i3-12100F
Intel Core i7 Family Intel Core i3
1 Generation 12
Desktop / Server Segment Desktop / Server
Intel Core i7 900 Group Intel Core i 12000
 
 

CPU Cores and Base Frequency

The Intel Core i7-950 has 4 CPU cores and can calculate 8 threads in parallel.
The clock frequency of the Intel Core i7-950 is 3.06 GHz
and turbo frequency for one core is 3.33 GHz.
The Intel Core i3-12100F has 4 CPU cores and can calculate 8 threads in parallel.
The clock frequency of the Intel Core i3-12100F is 3.3 GHz
and turbo frequency for one core is 4.3 GHz.
normal Core architecture normal
Yes Hyperthreading Yes
None None 4.0 GHz
3.06 GHz Frequency 3.3 GHz
4 CPU Cores 4
3.33 GHz Turbo Frequency (1 core) 4.3 GHz
No Overclocking No
8 Threads 8
4x Cores 4x Golden Cove
 
 

Internal Graphics

The Intel Core i7-950 does not have integrated graphics.
The Intel Core i3-12100F does not have integrated graphics.
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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.
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Memory & PCIe

The processor supports a maximum memory capacity of 24.0 GB distributed across 3 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 128.0 GB distributed across 2 memory channels. It offers a peak memory bandwidth of 76.8 GB/s. Both the type and quantity of memory can have a substantial impact on the overall system performance.
DDR3-1066 Memory type DDR4-3200, DDR5-4800
3 Memory channels 2
25.6 GB/s Bandwidth 76.8 GB/s
No ECC No
pci PCIe pci
24.0 GB Max. Memory 128.0 GB
No AES-NI Yes
 
 

Thermal Management

The processor has a thermal design power (TDP) of 130 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 58 W watts.
130 W TDP (PL1 / PBP) 58 W
-- Tjunction max 100 °C
None TDP (PL2) 89 W
 
 

Technical details

The Intel Core i7-950 is manufactured using a 45 nm process.
A smaller manufacturing process indicates a more contemporary and energy-efficient CPU.
In total, this processor boasts a generous 8.0 MB cache.
A substantial cache can significantly enhance the processor's performance, particularly in scenarios like gaming.
The Intel Core i3-12100F is manufactured using a 10 nm process.
In total, this processor boasts a generous 12.0 MB cache.
Q2/2009 Release date Q1/2022
1.0 MB L2-Cache 5.0 MB
8.0 MB L3-Cache 12.0 MB
SSE4.1, SSE4.2 ISA extensions SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX2, AVX2+
VT-x, VT-x EPT Virtualization VT-x, VT-x EPT, VT-d
305 $ Release price 97 $
LGA 1366 Socket LGA 1700
Monolithic Chip design Monolithic
Windows 10, Linux Operating systems Windows 10, Linux, Windows 11
Technical data sheet Documents Technical data sheet
Bloomfield Architecture Alder Lake S
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x86-64 (64 bit) Instruction set (ISA) x86-64 (64 bit)
45 nm Technology 10 nm