Intel Core i3-7100

Intel Core i3-7100
Benchmarks & Specs

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The Intel Core i3-7100, based on the Kaby Lake S architecture, was manufactured using the 14 nm process. At the time of its release, this processor was a solid choice for mainstream use. Even after several years, it still offers reliable performance for many basic computer tasks. These include daily internet browsing, document editing, and email communication.

Here it still proves to be absolutely reliable. The integrated graphics unit, the Intel HD Graphics 630, is a noteworthy feature. It enables smooth playback of high-resolution videos. In addition, typical office programs can be used without a separate graphics card. The processor also supports PCIe 3.0, which ensures good compatibility with older and some newer components.

The Intel Core i3-7100 is an extremely cost-effective option. Thus, it helps to breathe new life into older PCs. Its energy efficiency was quite remarkable for the time. Overall, this processor proves to be a proven solution. It provides stable operation for users with typical requirements.
  • Integrated Intel HD Graphics 630
  • Reliable performance for everyday tasks
  • Cost-effective option for system refresh
  • Good compatibility thanks to PCIe 3.0

Performance Overview
Average performance across multiple benchmarks

Single-core performance
Rank 487 / 867
In segment Desktop
Multi-core performance
Rank 640 / 821
In segment Desktop
Geekbench 6 Single-Core

Geekbench 6 Single-Core
Single-core performance

Intel Xeon Gold 6128
6C / 12T · 3.70 GHz
1,227
Intel Xeon Gold 6154
18C / 36T · 3.70 GHz
1,226
Intel Core i3-7100
2C / 4T · 3.90 GHz
1,225
Intel Core i5-8600T
6C / 6T · 3.70 GHz
1,224
Intel Xeon Gold 6130
16C / 32T · 3.70 GHz
1,224
Geekbench 6 Multi-Core

Geekbench 6 Multi-Core
Multi-core performance

Intel Core i3-4370
2C / 4T · 3.80 GHz
2,450
Intel Core i5-4460T
4C / 4T · 2.30 GHz
2,446
Intel Core i3-7100
2C / 4T · 3.90 GHz
2,436
Intel Core i7-3770
4C / 8T · 3.90 GHz
2,418
Intel Core i7-2700K
4C / 8T · 3.90 GHz
2,418
Geekbench 5, 64bit Single-Core

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

Intel Core i3-9100E
4C / 4T · 3.70 GHz
975
Intel Core i7-6950X
10C / 20T · 3.50 GHz
974
Intel Core i3-7100
2C / 4T · 3.90 GHz
973
Intel Core i5-5675R
4C / 4T · 3.60 GHz
972
Intel Xeon Silver 4214R
12C / 24T · 3.50 GHz
972
Geekbench 5, 64bit Multi-Core

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

AMD FX-8120
AMD FX-8120 100 %
8C / 8T · 4.00 GHz
2,085
Intel Pentium Gold G5400
2C / 4T · 3.70 GHz
2,078
Intel Core i3-7100
2C / 4T · 3.90 GHz
2,076
Intel Core i3-4370
2C / 4T · 3.80 GHz
2,071
Intel Core i3-6100
2C / 4T · 3.70 GHz
2,064
iGPU - FP32 Performance (Single-precision GFLOPS)

iGPU - FP32 Performance (Single-precision GFLOPS)

AMD A8-6500
AMD A8-6500 102 %
AMD Radeon HD 8570D
432
AMD FX-7500
AMD FX-7500 101 %
AMD Radeon R7 - 512 (Kaveri)
425
Intel Core i3-7100
Intel HD Graphics 630
422
Intel Core i5-7500
Intel HD Graphics 630
422
Intel Core i5-7600T
Intel HD Graphics 630
422
CPU-Z Benchmark 17 Single-Core

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

Intel Xeon E3-1231 v3
4C / 8T · 3.80 GHz
379
Intel Core i5-4570
4C / 4T · 3.60 GHz
377
Intel Core i3-7100
2C / 4T · 3.90 GHz
375
Intel Core i5-3570
4C / 4T · 3.80 GHz
372
Intel Core i5-2500k
4C / 4T · 3.70 GHz
372
CPU-Z Benchmark 17 Multi-Core

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

Intel Core i5-2300
4C / 4T · 2.80 GHz
1,119
AMD FX-6350
AMD FX-6350 100 %
6C / 6T · 3.90 GHz
1,109
Intel Core i3-7100
2C / 4T · 3.90 GHz
1,104
Intel Pentium Gold G5420
2C / 4T · 3.80 GHz
1,077
Intel Core i3-6100
2C / 4T · 3.70 GHz
1,045
Cinebench R15 (Single-Core)

Cinebench R15 (Single-Core)
Single-core performance

AMD Ryzen 5 3400G
4C / 8T · 4.20 GHz
169 cb
AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 3400G
4C / 8T · 4.20 GHz
169 cb
Intel Core i3-7100
2C / 4T · 3.90 GHz
168 cb
Intel Core i5-6600K
4C / 4T · 3.90 GHz
166 cb
Intel Core i5-6600
4C / 4T · 3.90 GHz
166 cb
Cinebench R15 (Multi-Core)

Cinebench R15 (Multi-Core)
Multi-core performance

Intel Xeon Bronze 3104
6C / 6T · 1.70 GHz
432 cb
Intel Pentium Gold G6500
2C / 4T · 4.10 GHz
427 cb
Intel Core i3-7100
2C / 4T · 3.90 GHz
425 cb
Intel Core i5-4570R
4C / 4T · 2.90 GHz
419 cb
AMD Phenom II X6 1035T
6C / 6T · 3.10 GHz
419 cb

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At a glance

PropertyValue
FamilyIntel Core i3 (205)
CPU groupIntel Core i 7000 (17)
ArchitectureKaby Lake S
Technology14 nm
SegmentDesktop
SocketLGA 1151
Generation7
PredecessorIntel Core i3-6100
Q3/2015
SuccessorIntel Core i3-8100
Q4/2017

CPU Cores and Base Frequency

PropertyValue
CPU Cores / Threads2 / 4
Hyperthreading / SMT
Core architecturenormal
Cores: 2x
Frequency: 3.90 GHz
Turbo Frequency (1 Core):
Turbo Frequency (2 Cores):
L2-Cache
L3-Cache3.00 MB
OverclockingNo

Integrated graphics (iGPU)

PropertyValue
GPU nameIntel HD Graphics 630
GPU frequency0.35 - 1.10 GHz
CUs / Shader24 / 192
Raytracing
Max. displays3
Max. GPU Memory64 GB
Technology14 nm
Release dateQ2/2016

Memory & PCIe

Memory typeMemory bandwidth
DDR4-2400
DDR3-1600
38.4 GB/s
25.6 GB/s
PropertyValue
Max. Memory64 GB
Memory channels2
ECC
PCIe3.0 x 16
PCIe Bandwidth15.8 GB/s

Thermal Management

PropertyValue
TDP51 W
TDP (PL2)
TDP up
TDP down
T. junction max.100 °C

Technical details

PropertyValue
Chip designMonolithic
AES-NI
Operating systemsWindows 10, Linux
Instruction setx86-64 (64 bit)
ISA extensionsSSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX2
Release dateQ1/2017
Release price
DocumentsTechnical data sheet
Intel Core i3-7100
Intel Core i3-7100
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