Core i3-12100 vs Core i7-10700K
These two are practically equal for gaming.
Verdict
- Performance index: practically equal (50 vs 49).
- Cores: Core i7-10700K has 8 vs 4.
- Power (TDP): Core i3-12100 60 W, Core i7-10700K 125 W; the Core i3-12100 delivers 113% more performance per watt.
- Age: the Core i3-12100 is 2 years newer (2022 vs 2020).
- Platform: different sockets (LGA1700 vs LGA1200), so they need different motherboards.
Specs
| Spec | Core i3-12100 | Core i7-10700K |
|---|---|---|
| Performance index | 50 | 49 |
| Brand / series | Intel Core 12th Gen | Intel Core 10th Gen |
| Released | 2022 | 2020 |
| Cores | 4 | 8 |
| Threads | 8 | 16 |
| Base clock | 3.3 GHz | 3.8 GHz |
| Boost clock | 4.3 GHz | 5.1 GHz |
| Power (TDP) | 60 W | 125 W |
| Socket | LGA1700 | LGA1200 |