Core i3-3210 vs Core i3-2130

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Aggregate performance score

Core i3-2130
2011
2 cores / 4 threads, 65 Watt
1.32

Core i3-3210 outperforms Core i3-2130 by a small 9% based on our aggregate benchmark results.

Primary details

Comparing Core i3-2130 and Core i3-3210 processor market type (desktop or notebook), architecture, sales start time and price.

Place in performance ranking21682105
Place by popularitynot in top-100not in top-100
Cost-effectiveness evaluation0.150.05
Market segmentDesktop processorDesktop processor
Architecture codenameSandy Bridge (2011−2013)Ivy Bridge (2012−2013)
Release date4 September 2011 (12 years ago)1 January 2013 (11 years ago)
Launch price (MSRP)$123$120
Current price$26 (0.2x MSRP)$420 (3.5x MSRP)

Cost-effectiveness evaluation

Performance per price, higher is better.

i3-2130 has 200% better value for money than i3-3210.

Detailed specifications

Core i3-2130 and Core i3-3210 basic parameters such as number of cores, number of threads, base frequency and turbo boost clock, lithography, cache size and multiplier lock state. These parameters indirectly say of CPU speed, though for more precise assessment you have to consider their test results.

Physical cores2 (Dual-core)2 (Dual-core)
Threads44
Base clock speed3.4 GHz3.2 GHz
Boost clock speed3.4 GHz3.2 GHz
L1 cache64 KB (per core)64 KB (per core)
L2 cache256 KB (per core)256 KB (per core)
L3 cache3 MB (shared)3072 KB (shared)
Chip lithography32 nm22 nm
Die size131 mm294 mm2
Maximum core temperature69 °C65 °C
Maximum case temperature (TCase)73 °C65 °C
Number of transistors504 millionno data
64 bit support++
Windows 11 compatibility--
Unlocked multiplierNoNo

Compatibility

Information on Core i3-2130 and Core i3-3210 compatibility with other computer components: motherboard (look for socket type), power supply unit (look for power consumption) etc. Useful when planning a future computer configuration or upgrading an existing one. Note that power consumption of some processors can well exceed their nominal TDP, even without overclocking. Some can even double their declared thermals given that the motherboard allows to tune the CPU power parameters.

Number of CPUs in a configuration11
SocketFCLGA1155FCLGA1155
Power consumption (TDP)65 Watt55 Watt

Technologies and extensions

Technological solutions and additional instructions supported by Core i3-2130 and Core i3-3210. You'll probably need this information if you require some particular technology.

Instruction set extensionsIntel® SSE4.1, Intel® SSE4.2, Intel® AVXIntel® SSE4.1, Intel® SSE4.2, Intel® AVX
AES-NI--
AVXno data+
Enhanced SpeedStep (EIST)++
My WiFino data+
Turbo Boost Technology--
Hyper-Threading Technology++
Idle States++
Thermal Monitoring++
Flex Memory Access+no data
FDI++
Fast Memory Access+no data
StatusDiscontinuedDiscontinued

Security technologies

Core i3-2130 and Core i3-3210 technologies aimed at improving security, for example, by protecting against hacks.

TXT++
EDB++
Secure Keyno data-
Identity Protection++
Anti-Theftno data+

Virtualization technologies

Virtual machine speed-up technologies supported by Core i3-2130 and Core i3-3210 are enumerated here.

VT-d--
VT-x++
EPT++

Memory specs

Types, maximum amount and channel quantity of RAM supported by Core i3-2130 and Core i3-3210. Depending on the motherboard, higher memory frequencies may be supported.

Supported memory typesDDR3DDR3
Maximum memory size32 GB32 GB
Max memory channels22
Maximum memory bandwidth21 GB/s25.6 GB/s
ECC memory supportno data-

Graphics specifications

General parameters of integrated GPUs, if any.

Integrated graphics card
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Intel HD Graphics 2000Intel HD Graphics 2500
Quick Sync Video++
Clear Video HD++
Graphics max frequency1.1 GHz1.05 GHz
InTru 3D++

Graphics interfaces

Available interfaces and connections of Core i3-2130 and Core i3-3210 integrated GPUs.

Number of displays supported23

Peripherals

Specifications and connection of peripherals supported by Core i3-2130 and Core i3-3210.

PCIe version2.02.0
PCI Express lanes16no data

Synthetic benchmark performance

Various benchmark results of the processors in comparison. Overall score is measured in points in 0-100 range, higher is better.


Combined synthetic benchmark score

This is our combined benchmark performance rating. We are regularly improving our combining algorithms, but if you find some perceived inconsistencies, feel free to speak up in comments section, we usually fix problems quickly.

i3-2130 1.32
i3-3210 1.44
+9.1%

Core i3-3210 outperforms Core i3-2130 by 9% based on our aggregate benchmark results.


Passmark

Passmark CPU Mark is a widespread benchmark, consisting of 8 different types of workload, including integer and floating point math, extended instructions, compression, encryption and physics calculation. There is also one separate single-threaded scenario measuring single-core performance.

Benchmark coverage: 68%

i3-2130 2036
i3-3210 2220
+9%

Core i3-3210 outperforms Core i3-2130 by 9% in Passmark.

GeekBench 5 Single-Core

GeekBench 5 Single-Core is a cross-platform application developed in the form of CPU tests that independently recreate certain real-world tasks with which to accurately measure performance. This version uses only a single CPU core.

Benchmark coverage: 42%

i3-2130 516
+2.2%
i3-3210 505

Core i3-2130 outperforms Core i3-3210 by 2% in GeekBench 5 Single-Core.

GeekBench 5 Multi-Core

GeekBench 5 Multi-Core is a cross-platform application developed in the form of CPU tests that independently recreate certain real-world tasks with which to accurately measure performance. This version uses all available CPU cores.

Benchmark coverage: 42%

i3-2130 1046
+3.2%
i3-3210 1014

Core i3-2130 outperforms Core i3-3210 by 3% in GeekBench 5 Multi-Core.

Gaming performance

Pros & cons summary


Performance score 1.32 1.44
Recency 4 September 2011 1 January 2013
Cost $123 $120
Chip lithography 32 nm 22 nm
Power consumption (TDP) 65 Watt 55 Watt

Given the minimal performance differences, no clear winner can be declared between Core i3-2130 and Core i3-3210.


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