Intel Core i3-2125

Intel Core i3-2125
Benchmarks & Specs

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The Intel Core i3-2125 from Intel represents a processor of the Sandy Bridge S architecture. It was manufactured using the advanced 32 nm process. This significantly contributed to its efficiency at the time of release. An integrated Intel HD Graphics 3000 is included. This graphics solution then provided a solid foundation for everyday multimedia applications.

It was also perfectly adequate for simple desktop use. The processor features 3 MB of Level 3 cache. That was a considerable feature for a model of this class at the time. It noticeably supported overall system performance. The Intel Core i3-2125 was a popular choice at the time. It offered a good balance of cost and performance offered.

Even today, its reliability for basic tasks is surprising. We think it's still a viable option for older office systems. Or even for simple HTPC setups. PCIe 2.0 support is also available. This processor is a consistent choice. It is still suitable for straightforward everyday use. Its original design for efficiency still pays off.
  • Sandy Bridge S Architecture
  • Integrated Intel HD Graphics 3000
  • 3 MB Level 3 Cache
  • Manufactured in 32 nm Process

Performance Overview
Average performance across multiple benchmarks

Single-core performance
Rank 810 / 867
In segment Desktop
Multi-core performance
Rank 763 / 821
In segment Desktop
Geekbench 6 Single-Core

Geekbench 6 Single-Core
Single-core performance

Intel Core i3-3250T
2C / 4T · 3.00 GHz
541
Intel Core i7-930
4C / 8T · 3.06 GHz
541
Intel Core i3-2125
2C / 4T · 3.30 GHz
534
Intel Celeron G1850
2C / 2T · 2.90 GHz
532
Intel Core i5-2300
4C / 4T · 3.10 GHz
526
Geekbench 6 Multi-Core

Geekbench 6 Multi-Core
Multi-core performance

Intel Pentium G3420
2C / 2T · 3.20 GHz
1,167
Intel Celeron G4920
2C / 2T · 3.20 GHz
1,163
Intel Core i3-2125
2C / 4T · 3.30 GHz
1,162
Intel Core i3-3250T
2C / 4T · 3.00 GHz
1,140
Intel Core i3-2120
2C / 4T · 3.30 GHz
1,140
Geekbench 5, 64bit Single-Core

Geekbench 5, 64bit Single-Core
Single-core performance

Intel Core i3-3240
2C / 4T · 3.40 GHz
672
Intel Core i3-3245
2C / 4T · 3.40 GHz
672
Intel Core i3-2125
2C / 4T · 3.30 GHz
668
Intel Core i5-2310
4C / 4T · 3.20 GHz
666
Intel Pentium D1508
2C / 4T · 2.60 GHz
659
Geekbench 5, 64bit Multi-Core

Geekbench 5, 64bit Multi-Core
Multi-core performance

Intel Core 2 Extreme QX9650
4C / 4T · 3.00 GHz
1,517
AMD Phenom II X4 850
4C / 4T · 3.30 GHz
1,507
Intel Core i3-2125
2C / 4T · 3.30 GHz
1,504
AMD A10-6800K
4C / 4T · 4.40 GHz
1,501
AMD Phenom II X4 970
4C / 4T · 3.50 GHz
1,491
iGPU - FP32 Performance (Single-precision GFLOPS)

iGPU - FP32 Performance (Single-precision GFLOPS)

Intel Core i7-3555LE
Intel HD Graphics 4000
256
Intel Pentium J3710
Intel HD Graphics 405 (18EU)
213
Intel Core i3-2125
Intel HD Graphics 3000
211
Intel Core i3-2105
Intel HD Graphics 3000
211
Intel Core i5-2500k
Intel HD Graphics 3000
211

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At a glance

PropertyValue
FamilyIntel Core i3 (205)
CPU groupIntel Core i 2000 (28)
ArchitectureSandy Bridge S
Technology32 nm
SegmentDesktop
SocketLGA 1155
Generation2
Predecessor
Successor

CPU Cores and Base Frequency

PropertyValue
CPU Cores / Threads2 / 4
Hyperthreading / SMT
Core architecturenormal
Cores: 2x
Frequency: 3.30 GHz
Turbo Frequency (1 Core):
Turbo Frequency (2 Cores):
L2-Cache
L3-Cache3.00 MB
OverclockingNo

Integrated graphics (iGPU)

PropertyValue
GPU nameIntel HD Graphics 3000
GPU frequency0.85 - 1.10 GHz
CUs / Shader12 / 96
Raytracing
Max. displays2
Max. GPU Memory2 GB
Technology32 nm
Release dateQ1/2011

Memory & PCIe

Memory typeMemory bandwidth
DDR3-1333
21.3 GB/s
PropertyValue
Max. Memory32 GB
Memory channels2
ECC
PCIe2.0 x 16
PCIe Bandwidth8.0 GB/s

Thermal Management

PropertyValue
TDP35 W
TDP (PL2)
TDP up
TDP down
T. junction max.

Technical details

PropertyValue
Chip designMonolithic
AES-NI
Operating systemsWindows 10, Linux
Instruction setx86-64 (64 bit)
ISA extensionsSSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX
Release dateQ3/2011
Release price144 $
DocumentsTechnical data sheet
Intel Core i3-2125
Intel Core i3-2125
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