Intel Core i3-3240

Intel Core i3-3240
Benchmarks & Specs

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The Intel Core i3-3240 represents a processor that was once developed for everyday use. It belongs to the Ivy Bridge S architecture generation and benefited from a 22 nm manufacturing process. This manufacturing process enabled remarkable energy efficiency, which still results in pleasantly cool operation of the system today.

A significant advantage of this processor is the integrated Intel HD Graphics 2500. It provides solid graphics output without the need for a dedicated graphics card. This makes it a practical, cost-effective solution for basic tasks such as office work, internet use, and playing media content. With 3 MB Level 3 cache and support for PCIe 2.0, the Intel Core i3-3240 offers a reliable base.

It is ideal for systems designed for durability and simple tasks. We often experience it as a robust and durable core for computers that continue to perform their services reliably. Its solid construction ensures continued use for years to come.
  • Energy efficiency through 22 nm manufacturing
  • Integrated Intel HD Graphics 2500
  • Robust design for long lifespan
  • Suitable for office and media applications

Performance Overview
Average performance across multiple benchmarks

Single-core performance
Rank 786 / 867
In segment Desktop
Multi-core performance
Rank 752 / 821
In segment Desktop
Geekbench 6 Single-Core

Geekbench 6 Single-Core
Single-core performance

Intel Celeron G3930T
2C / 2T · 2.70 GHz
588
Intel Xeon E5-2660 v2
10C / 20T · 3.00 GHz
588
Intel Core i3-3240
2C / 4T · 3.40 GHz
586
Intel Core i5-2380P
4C / 4T · 3.40 GHz
583
Intel Core i5-2400S
4C / 4T · 3.30 GHz
578
Geekbench 6 Multi-Core

Geekbench 6 Multi-Core
Multi-core performance

Intel Core i3-3250
2C / 4T · 3.50 GHz
1,272
Intel Core i3-3245
2C / 4T · 3.40 GHz
1,265
Intel Core i3-3240
2C / 4T · 3.40 GHz
1,240
Intel Pentium G4400
2C / 2T · 3.30 GHz
1,233
Intel Core i7-3555LE
2C / 4T · 2.50 GHz
1,214
Geekbench 5, 64bit Single-Core

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

Intel Core i5-2400S
4C / 4T · 3.30 GHz
676
Intel Core i5-2405S
4C / 4T · 3.30 GHz
676
Intel Core i3-3240
2C / 4T · 3.40 GHz
672
Intel Core i3-2120
2C / 4T · 3.30 GHz
668
Intel Core i3-2125
2C / 4T · 3.30 GHz
668
Geekbench 5, 64bit Multi-Core

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

Intel Celeron G5905T
2C / 2T · 3.30 GHz
1,485
Intel Celeron G4900
2C / 2T · 3.10 GHz
1,484
Intel Core i3-3240
2C / 4T · 3.40 GHz
1,483
AMD FX-4320
AMD FX-4320 100 %
4C / 4T · 4.20 GHz
1,481
Intel Core i3-2120
2C / 4T · 3.30 GHz
1,478
iGPU - FP32 Performance (Single-precision GFLOPS)

iGPU - FP32 Performance (Single-precision GFLOPS)

Intel Core i3-3220
Intel HD Graphics 2500
101
Intel Core i3-3220T
Intel HD Graphics 2500
101
Intel Core i3-3240
Intel HD Graphics 2500
101
Intel Celeron G530
Intel HD Graphics (Sandy Bridge GT1)
96
Intel Pentium G2030
Intel HD Graphics (Ivy Bridge GT1)
96
CPU-Z Benchmark 17 Single-Core

CPU-Z Benchmark 17 Single-Core
Single-core performance

Intel Core i5-3330
4C / 4T · 3.20 GHz
308
AMD FX-9590
AMD FX-9590 102 %
8C / 8T · 5.00 GHz
291
Intel Core i3-3240
2C / 4T · 3.40 GHz
286
Intel Core i3-3220
2C / 4T · 3.30 GHz
279
Intel Xeon E5450
4C / 4T · 3.00 GHz
271
CPU-Z Benchmark 17 Multi-Core

CPU-Z Benchmark 17 Multi-Core
Multi-core performance

AMD FX-6100
AMD FX-6100 102 %
6C / 6T · 3.30 GHz
853
AMD Phenom II X6 1075T
6C / 6T · 3.00 GHz
848
Intel Core i3-3240
2C / 4T · 3.40 GHz
835
Intel Core 2 Quad Q8300
4C / 4T · 2.50 GHz
832
AMD A10-6800K
4C / 4T · 4.10 GHz
813
Cinebench R15 (Single-Core)

Cinebench R15 (Single-Core)
Single-core performance

Intel Core i3-10100Y
2C / 4T · 3.90 GHz
121 cb
Intel Xeon E5-2650 v4
12C / 24T · 2.90 GHz
121 cb
Intel Core i3-3240
2C / 4T · 3.40 GHz
119 cb
Intel Xeon E3-1505L v5
4C / 8T · 2.80 GHz
118 cb
Intel Core i5-4590T
4C / 4T · 3.00 GHz
117 cb
Cinebench R15 (Multi-Core)

Cinebench R15 (Multi-Core)
Multi-core performance

Intel Core i3-4350T
2C / 4T · 3.10 GHz
313 cb
Intel Core i3-3250
2C / 4T · 3.50 GHz
310 cb
Intel Core i3-3240
2C / 4T · 3.40 GHz
306 cb
AMD Phenom II X4 945
4C / 4T · 3.00 GHz
304 cb
AMD Phenom II X4 B95
4C / 4T · 3.00 GHz
304 cb

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At a glance

PropertyValue
FamilyIntel Core i3 (205)
CPU groupIntel Core i 3000 (31)
ArchitectureIvy Bridge S
Technology22 nm
SegmentDesktop
SocketLGA 1155
Generation3
Predecessor
Successor

CPU Cores and Base Frequency

PropertyValue
CPU Cores / Threads2 / 4
Hyperthreading / SMT
Core architecturenormal
Cores: 2x
Frequency: 3.40 GHz
Turbo Frequency (1 Core):
Turbo Frequency (2 Cores):
L2-Cache
L3-Cache3.00 MB
OverclockingNo

Integrated graphics (iGPU)

PropertyValue
GPU nameIntel HD Graphics 2500
GPU frequency0.65 - 1.05 GHz
CUs / Shader6 / 48
Raytracing
Max. displays3
Max. GPU Memory2 GB
Technology22 nm
Release dateQ2/2012

Memory & PCIe

Memory typeMemory bandwidth
DDR3-1600
25.6 GB/s
PropertyValue
Max. Memory32 GB
Memory channels2
ECC
PCIe2.0 x 16
PCIe Bandwidth8.0 GB/s

Thermal Management

PropertyValue
TDP55 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 dateQ3/2012
Release price117 $
DocumentsTechnical data sheet
Intel Core i3-3240
Intel Core i3-3240
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