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Intel Core i3-4020Y vs Intel Core i3-3217U

Intel
VS
Intel
Performance
Core i3-4020Y
2,0616% of 36,991
Core i3-3217U2% better
2,111.56% of 36,991

The Core i3-3217U has 2% better performance than the Core i3-4020Y for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

Performance per dollar
Core i3-4020Y
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Core i3-3217U
No data available

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Summary

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About the Intel Core i3-4020Y CPU

The Intel Core i3-4020Y is a 2-core (4-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. The i3-4020Y is compatible with FCBGA1168 motherboards and is fabricated on a 22 nm manufacturing process. It features the Intel HD Graphics 4200 integrated graphics solution.

Memory and Cache

In terms of cache, the Core i3-4020Y has multiple levels of cache. Its L1 cache, which is the smallest and fastest, is 128 KB in size, providing rapid access to crucial instructions. Its L2 cache, at 512 KB, is larger but slower than the L1. Its L3 cache, a shared resource among the CPU's cores, has a capacity of 3 MB.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Core i3-4020Y features 2 total cores which can process 4 threads simultaneously. The multi-threading capability allows the CPU to execute multiple computational tasks in parallel. The base clock speed of the CPU is 1500.0 MHz. Higher clock speeds result in higher performance for the same microarchitecture.

Integrated Graphics

The Core i3-4020Y includes an integrated graphics solution called Intel HD Graphics 4200. This graphics processor is directly integrated into the CPU and is not as powerful as a dedicated graphics card. While integrated graphics can handle basic tasks like web browsing and office applications, it is not suitable for more demanding activities such as gaming or video editing, where a dedicated graphics card offers superior performance.

Benchmark Performance

The Core i3-4020Y has the 610th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 720 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 5.57% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.

About the Intel Core i3-3217U CPU

The Intel Core i3-3217U is a 2-core (4-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. It launched in Q2 2012. It is part of Intel's Core i3 lineup, which is based on the Ivy Bridge microarchitecture. The i3-3217U is compatible with Intel BGA 1023 motherboards and is fabricated on Intel's 22 nm manufacturing process. It features the Intel HD 4000 integrated graphics solution.

Memory and Cache

In terms of cache, the Core i3-3217U has multiple levels of cache. Its L1 cache, which is the smallest and fastest, is 64 KB in size, providing rapid access to crucial instructions. Its L2 cache, at 256 KB, is larger but slower than the L1. Its L3 cache, a shared resource among the CPU's cores, has a capacity of 3 MB.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Core i3-3217U features 2 total cores which can process 4 threads simultaneously. The multi-threading capability allows the CPU to execute multiple computational tasks in parallel. The base clock speed of the CPU is 1800.0 MHz. Higher clock speeds result in higher performance for the same microarchitecture. The multiplier is locked, making it incapable of overclocking for pushing performance further.

Integrated Graphics

The Core i3-3217U includes an integrated graphics solution called Intel HD 4000. This graphics processor is directly integrated into the CPU and is not as powerful as a dedicated graphics card. While integrated graphics can handle basic tasks like web browsing and office applications, it is not suitable for more demanding activities such as gaming or video editing, where a dedicated graphics card offers superior performance.

Benchmark Performance

The Core i3-3217U has the 605th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 720 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 5.71% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.

General Info

General overview of the CPU, including details like its manufacturer, release date, launch price, and current production status.

InfoCore i3-4020YCore i3-3217U
ManufacturerIntelIntel
Series--Core i3
Market SegmentMobileMobile
Release Date--Q2 2012
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Benchmark Performance

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Performance
Core i3-4020Y
2,0616% of 36,991
Core i3-3217U2% better
2,111.56% of 36,991

The Core i3-3217U has 2% better performance than the Core i3-4020Y for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The Core i3-4020Y is ranked 610th with a score of 2,061, and the Core i3-3217U is ranked 605th with a score of 2,111.5.

Performance per dollar
Core i3-4020Y
No data available
Core i3-3217U
No data available

We do not have any performance per dollar data for the Core i3-4020Y and the Core i3-3217U for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

Relative Performance

The average score in the benchmark test can be compared to similar CPUs to assess relative performance. Generally, powerful CPUs tend to have higher scores.

Choose Baseline CPU:Core i3-4020Y or
CPUBenchmark Performance
Pro A10-8700B2,123.5+3%
Core M-5Y512,122+3%
Core i3-3217U2,111.5+2%
A6-3400M2,092+2%
Pentium N42002,087+1%
PRO A8-9600B2,081+1%
A10 Pro-7350B2,066+0%
Core i3-4020Y2,061
Core i5-4210Y2,047-1%
Pro A8-8600B2,034-1%

Relative Value For Money

The average performance per dollar in the benchmark test can be compared to similar CPUs to assess relative value. A higher score implies a better value for your money.

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CPUPerformance Per Dollar
Our database does not have enough data to compare the benchmark performance per dollar with other CPUs.

Benchmark Scores

This table showcases the average performance scores achieved by both CPUs across industry-standard benchmark tests. These scores provide a valuable insight into overall performance. Powerful CPUs tend to have higher scores.

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BenchmarkCore i3-4020YCore i3-3217U
3DMark 11 Performance Physics
2,061
2,111.5
(+2.45%)
Cinebench R15 Multi-Core
152
152
Cinebench R15 Single-Core
60
63.5
(+5.83%)
Geekbench 6.2 Multi-Core
897
(+45.15%)
618
Geekbench 6.2 Single-Core
452
(+54.79%)
292
CPU Mark Multi-Thread
1,453
(+18.81%)
1,223
CPU Mark Single-Thread
783
913
(+16.6%)
Benchmarks Source: Notebookcheck

Technical Specs

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Manufacturing Details

Information about the CPU's manufacturing like its foundry, process size, and transistor count.

SpecCore i3-4020YCore i3-3217U
ManufacturerIntelIntel
Foundry--Intel
Process Size22 nm22 nm

Architecture

CPU architecture specs like its memory channels, memory support, and microarchitecture. Newer CPU architectures can minimize bottlenecks and improve execution efficiency using more advanced techniques.

SpecCore i3-4020YCore i3-3217U
Series--Core i3
Microarchitecture--Ivy Bridge
CodenameHaswellIvy Bridge
Memory Channels--Dual-channel
ECC Memory--No

Cores & Clock Speeds

Processing power information like its cores and clock speed. These specs impact how fast they can handle instructions and tasks. These have a strong impact on the CPU's performance.

SpecCore i3-4020YCore i3-3217U
Cores22
Threads44
Clock Speed1500.0 MHz1800.0 MHz
Base Clock--100 MHz
Multiplier--18.0x
Multiplier Unlocked--No

Cache

CPU cache specs like its L1 & L2 cache. These provide the CPU with a small, but super-fast memory access. A larger cache can improve a CPU's performance.

SpecCore i3-4020YCore i3-3217U
L1 Cache128 KB64 KB
L2 Cache512 KB256 KB
L3 Cache3 MB3 MB

Compatibility & Power Consumption

Compatibility and power consumption information like its socket type, thermal design power, power limits. These can help verify the CPU's compatibility with other PC components.

SpecCore i3-4020YCore i3-3217U
SocketFCBGA1168Intel BGA 1023
Thermal Design Power (TDP)11.5 W17 W
TJ Max100 °C105 °C

Graphics, Features, & Extensions

Additional CPU features like its bundled coolers, integrated graphics, and extensions/technologies.

SpecCore i3-4020YCore i3-3217U
Integrated GraphicsIntel HD Graphics 4200Intel HD 4000
Extensions / Technologies--MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.2, AVX, EIST, Intel 64, HTT, XD bit, VT-x

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* Performance rating, performance per dollar, and rankings are based on the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark and MSRP.