Intel Core i5-3437U vs Intel Core i3-6100U

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Performance
Core i5-3437U
2,9778% of 36,991
Core i3-6100U6% better
3,142.58% of 36,991

The Core i3-6100U has 6% better performance than the Core i5-3437U for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

Performance per dollar
Core i5-3437U
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Core i3-6100U
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Summary

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About the Intel Core i5-3437U CPU

The Intel Core i5-3437U is a 2-core (4-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. It launched in Q1 2013. It is part of Intel's Core i5 lineup, which is based on the Ivy Bridge microarchitecture. The i5-3437U 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

The Core i5-3437U supports DDR3 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Core i5-3437U 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 i5-3437U 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 1900.0 MHz, and it can boost up to 2.9 GHz under heavy workloads. Higher clock speeds result in better performance for the same microarchitecture. The multiplier is locked, making it incapable of overclocking for pushing performance further.

Integrated Graphics

The Core i5-3437U 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 i5-3437U has the 525th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 8.05% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.

About the Intel Core i3-6100U CPU

The Intel Core i3-6100U is a 2-core (4-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. The i3-6100U is compatible with FCBGA1356 motherboards and is fabricated on a 14 nm manufacturing process. It features the Intel HD Graphics 520 integrated graphics solution.

Memory and Cache

In terms of cache, the Core i3-6100U 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 i3-6100U 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 2300.0 MHz. Higher clock speeds result in higher performance for the same microarchitecture.

Integrated Graphics

The Core i3-6100U includes an integrated graphics solution called Intel HD Graphics 520. 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 i3-6100U has the 515th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 8.50% 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 i5-3437UCore i3-6100U
ManufacturerIntelIntel
SeriesCore i5--
Market SegmentMobileMobile
Release DateQ1 2013--
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Benchmark Performance

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Performance
Core i5-3437U
2,9778% of 36,991
Core i3-6100U6% better
3,142.58% of 36,991

The Core i3-6100U has 6% better performance than the Core i5-3437U for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The Core i5-3437U is ranked 525th with a score of 2,977, and the Core i3-6100U is ranked 515th with a score of 3,142.5.

Performance per dollar
Core i5-3437U
No data available
Core i3-6100U
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We do not have any performance per dollar data for the Core i5-3437U and the Core i3-6100U 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 i5-3437U or
CPUBenchmark Performance
Core i3-4000M3,161+6%
Pentium Gold 5405U3,148.5+6%
Core i3-6100U3,142.5+6%
Core i5-4200U3,122+5%
Core i7-2657M3,102+4%
Pentium Gold 4417U3,010.5+1%
Core i3-5010U3,002+1%
Core i5-3437U2,977
Core i5-3337U2,965.5-0%
Core i3-3110M2,955-1%

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 i5-3437UCore i3-6100U
3DMark 11 Performance Physics
2,977
3,142.5
(+5.56%)
Cinebench R15 Multi-Core
224
247
(+10.27%)
Cinebench R15 Single-Core
101
(+4.12%)
97
Geekbench 6.2 Multi-Core
898
1,528
(+70.16%)
Geekbench 6.2 Single-Core
444
746
(+68.02%)
CPU Mark Multi-Thread
2,315
2,635
(+13.82%)
CPU Mark Single-Thread
1,432
(+7.51%)
1,332
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 i5-3437UCore i3-6100U
ManufacturerIntelIntel
FoundryIntel--
Process Size22 nm14 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 i5-3437UCore i3-6100U
SeriesCore i5--
MicroarchitectureIvy Bridge--
CodenameIvy BridgeSkylake
Memory SupportDDR3--
Memory ChannelsDual-channel--
ECC MemoryNo--

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 i5-3437UCore i3-6100U
Cores22
Threads44
Clock Speed1900.0 MHz2300.0 MHz
Turbo Clock2.9 GHz--
Base Clock100 MHz--
Multiplier19.0x--
Multiplier UnlockedNo--

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 i5-3437UCore i3-6100U
L1 Cache64 KB128 KB
L2 Cache256 KB512 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 i5-3437UCore i3-6100U
SocketIntel BGA 1023FCBGA1356
Thermal Design Power (TDP)17 W15 W
TJ Max105 °C100 °C

Graphics, Features, & Extensions

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

SpecCore i5-3437UCore i3-6100U
Integrated GraphicsIntel HD 4000Intel HD Graphics 520
Extensions / TechnologiesMMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.2, AVX, EIST, Intel 64, HTT, XD bit, VT-x, VT-d, TXT, AES-NI--

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