Intel Pentium B970 vs Intel Core i3-3227U

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Performance
Pentium B970
1,9895% of 36,991
Core i3-3227U10% better
2,195.56% of 36,991

The Core i3-3227U has 10% better performance than the Pentium B970 for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

Performance per dollar
Pentium B970
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Core i3-3227U
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Summary

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About the Intel Pentium B970 CPU

The Intel Pentium B970 is a 2-core (2-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. It launched in Q1 2012. It is part of Intel's Pentium lineup, which is based on the Sandy Bridge microarchitecture. The B970 is compatible with Intel Socket G2 (988B) motherboards and is fabricated on Intel's 32 nm manufacturing process. It features the Intel HD (Sandy Bridge) integrated graphics solution.

Memory and Cache

The Pentium B970 supports DDR3 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Pentium B970 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 2 MB.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Pentium B970 features 2 total cores which can process 2 threads simultaneously. The multi-threading capability allows the CPU to execute multiple computational tasks in parallel. The base clock speed of the CPU is 2.3 GHz. 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 Pentium B970 includes an integrated graphics solution called Intel HD (Sandy Bridge). 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 Pentium B970 has the 616th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 5.38% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.

About the Intel Core i3-3227U CPU

The Intel Core i3-3227U 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 i3 lineup, which is based on the Ivy Bridge microarchitecture. The i3-3227U 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 i3-3227U supports DDR3 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Core i3-3227U 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 i3-3227U 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. 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 i3-3227U 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 i3-3227U has the 597th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 5.94% 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.

InfoPentium B970Core i3-3227U
ManufacturerIntelIntel
SeriesPentiumCore i3
Market SegmentMobileMobile
Release DateQ1 2012Q1 2013
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Benchmark Performance

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Performance
Pentium B970
1,9895% of 36,991
Core i3-3227U10% better
2,195.56% of 36,991

The Core i3-3227U has 10% better performance than the Pentium B970 for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The Pentium B970 is ranked 616th with a score of 1,989, and the Core i3-3227U is ranked 597th with a score of 2,195.5.

Performance per dollar
Pentium B970
No data available
Core i3-3227U
No data available

We do not have any performance per dollar data for the Pentium B970 and the Core i3-3227U 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:Pentium B970 or
CPUBenchmark Performance
Celeron N41002,213+11%
Pentium B9802,203.5+11%
Core i3-3227U2,195.5+10%
Core M-5Y102,171+9%
Pentium 2020M2,159+9%
Pro A8-8600B2,034+2%
A10-73002,000.5+1%
Pentium B9701,989
A6-52001,964.5-1%
Phenom II X4 N9701,940-2%

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.

Choose Baseline CPU:Pentium B970 orCore i3-3227U
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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BenchmarkPentium B970Core i3-3227U
3DMark 11 Performance Physics
1,989
2,195.5
(+10.38%)
Cinebench R15 Multi-Core
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175
Geekbench 6.2 Multi-Core
668
(+2.93%)
649
Geekbench 6.2 Single-Core
384
(+28%)
300
CPU Mark Multi-Thread
1,082
1,279
(+18.21%)
CPU Mark Single-Thread
1,029
(+9.24%)
942
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.

SpecPentium B970Core i3-3227U
ManufacturerIntelIntel
FoundryIntelIntel
Process Size32 nm22 nm
Transistors504 million--

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.

SpecPentium B970Core i3-3227U
SeriesPentiumCore i3
MicroarchitectureSandy BridgeIvy Bridge
CodenameSandy BridgeIvy Bridge
Memory SupportDDR3DDR3
Memory ChannelsDual-channelDual-channel
ECC MemoryNoNo

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.

SpecPentium B970Core i3-3227U
Cores22
Threads24
Clock Speed2.3 GHz1900.0 MHz
Base Clock100 MHz100 MHz
Multiplier23.0x19.0x
Multiplier UnlockedNoNo

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.

SpecPentium B970Core i3-3227U
L1 Cache64 KB64 KB
L2 Cache256 KB256 KB
L3 Cache2 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.

SpecPentium B970Core i3-3227U
SocketIntel Socket G2 (988B)Intel BGA 1023
Thermal Design Power (TDP)35 W17 W
TJ Max85 °C105 °C

Graphics, Features, & Extensions

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

SpecPentium B970Core i3-3227U
Integrated GraphicsIntel HD (Sandy Bridge)Intel HD 4000
Extensions / TechnologiesMMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, EIST, Intel 64, XD bit, Smart CacheMMX, 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.