Intel Core i3-2120

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Intel Core i3-2120
2
Cores
4
Threads
3.3 GHz
Base Clock
Socket LGA 1155
Socket
65 W
TDP
Intel HD Graphics 2000
Integrated Graphics
CPU Snapshot
Release date:Feb 7, 2011Price at Launch:$138
Type:DesktopSocket:Socket LGA 1155
Cores:2Threads:4
Multithreading:Yes
Clocks & Cache
Base Clock:3.3 GHzL2 Cache:512 KB
L3 Cache:3 MB
Platform
Codename:Sandy BridgeProcess Size:32 nm
Memory Support:DDR3-1333TDP:65 W
PCIe Support:PCIe 2.0, 16 lanesBox Cooler:Yes
Integrated Features
Integrated Graphics:YesiGPU Model:Intel HD Graphics 2000
NPU:No

Reviews and Ratings

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A brand-new core design enables the chips to do more at a given clock speed than their predecessors. The humble Core i3-2120 runs at a slightly slower 3.3GHz frequency than the mid-range i5-660 from Intel's older 1156 platform, but it achieved higher...

By itnews.com.au on
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Intel has produced a well-rounded CPU that can handle most jobs, including video games. You can certainly get a better processor—but you'll be paying more for it,...

By DigitalVersus on

We've already reviewed the top processor of AMD's Vishera family, FX-8350. That was just the beginning of the big refresh for the Socket AM3+ platform. AMD has also rolled out a number of more affordable CPUs. Today we're going to cover them in...

By iXBT Labs on

Now that Piledriver-based CPUs and APUs are widely available (and the FX-8350 is selling for less than $200), it's a great time to compare value-oriented chips in our favorite titles. We're also breaking out a test that conveys the latency between...

By Tom's Hardware on

This time we'd like to offer you the summarized test results of as many as 71 processors. This generally marks the end of the year, not the end of another test method's life cycle (like the last time). We believe this summary contains all important...

By iXBT Labs on

Due to issues with customs/logistics (no fault of AMD's), we're a bit late with our Bulldozer review. I suppose that is fitting in this case, but luckily, this gives us the chance to take a bit more time with the review, testing the Bulldozer CPU under...

By hardCOREware on

Is the Core i3 2120 a processor for the enthusiast? Yes and no. As a toy to use for overclocking and searching for the upper limits of the performance ladder, it is not. As a processor for use in a low-cost gaming rig or home theater PC, the i3 2120...

By Overclockers Club on

Running the multi-threaded intense ray-tracer pushed the Core i3 2120 operating temperature up to 55°C, which is in line with the other CPUs, but the quad-core Core i5 2500K was elevated to 60°C. The system power consumption with the Core i3 2120...

By Phoronix on

Given how great the Core i5-2500K and i7-2600K perform, it is easy to forget that the current Sandy Bridge LGA1155 processors are part of Intel’s mainstream series, not their high-end one. Therefore, it is more than due time for us to test out some of...

By Hardware Canucks on

The Intel Core i3-2120 Sandy Bridge processor is ideal for consumers that are looking for a CPU that is good at X86 CPU tasks and aren't really worried about graphics....

By Legit Reviews on

What do you do when you can't sleep at 2 o'clock in the morning? I don't know about you, but these are the times where I would just take out my laptop and get some work done, so I can slack off during the day. As I type away on by brand new Lenovo...

By APH Networks on

Overall, Core i3-2120 and Core i3-2100 appear to be a good and inexpensive addition to the Core i7 and Core i5 LGA1155 series. If you are ready to settle for a dual-core CPU with Hyper-Threading support instead of a fully-functional quad-core, these Sandy Bridge products will be the best choice for almost any situation. The only weakness of the new Core i3-2120 and Core i3-2100 is complete unfitness for...

By X-bit Labs on
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