Core i3-12100F

Core i3-12100F Specifications

The Core i3-12100F is built on the Alder Lake architecture and manufactured using the 10 nm process. It is compatible with the LGA 1700 socket and supports DDR4 / DDR5 memory with speeds of up to 4800 MT/s. This processor features 4 performance cores operating at a base clock of 3.30 GHz and a boost clock of 4.30 GHz , and includes 8 threads. It also comes equipped with 5 MB of L2 cache and 12 MB of L3 cache.

This CPU has a low base TDP of 58 W and a maximum TDP of 89 W. Stock CPU coolers are generally adequate as long as overclocking is not applied. It is a good fit for compact systems where heat dissipation is a concern.

This CPU does not include integrated graphics. A discrete graphics card is required for display output.

Core i3-12100F Application Performance and Gaming Benchmark Analysis

Core i3-12100F is a budget CPU, achieving a relative application performance score of 22.32% of the best possible desktop CPU performance. It is suitable for light multitasking such as web browsing, coding, and media consumption. Putting heavy workloads on these CPUs can lead to system freezes or unresponsive behavior over prolonged periods.

In terms of productivity value, Core i3-12100F offers excellent performance per dollar, achieving 91.6% efficiency relative to the best possible CPU in the application performance-per-price category. It is an excellent choice for users seeking a cost-effective solution.

Core i3-12100F is a budget gaming CPU, achieving a relative gaming performance score at 1080p resolution of 53.59% of the best possible desktop CPU gaming performance. It is best suited for use with entry-level graphics cards, where CPU limitations have a reduced impact on overall system performance.

The gaming performance-per-price ratio of Core i3-12100F is 121.4%. This places it in the mid-value category, making it suitable for average gaming builds aiming to strike a good balance between performance and cost.