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Intel Core i3 2100
Intel Core i3 2100

Intel Core i7 3820
Intel Core i7 3820
 
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Score
4/5
4/5
User Score
Specifications
Specifications
Socket1155
Number of cores2
Clock rate3.1 GHz
Cache3 MB
Thermal Design Power65 W
Technology32 nm
Specifications
Socket2011
Number of cores
Clock rate
Cache
Thermal Design Power
Technology
Conclusion
Intel has produced a well-rounded CPU that can handle most jobs, including video games. You can certainly get a better processor—but you'll be paying more for it, too.
An ultra high-end processor from every point of view: ultra rapid in processing and excellent for games and while energy consumption is high, it isn’t excessive.
Pros

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Good performance overall

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Hyper-threading

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Energy consumption

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Integrated graphics useful for an office PC

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Integrated graphics support stereoscopic 3D and hardware acceleration

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Good processing performance

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Good gaming performance

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Hyper-threading

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Turbo

Cons

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No Turbo mode

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Faster CPUs are available

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Graphics not good enough for regular gamers

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Highest energy consumption in the i7 2000 series