Core i3-2100 vs Core i3-4130
The Core i3-4130 is about 15% faster for gaming.
Verdict
- Performance index: the Core i3-4130 is 15% faster (15 vs 13).
- Cores: both have 2.
- Power (TDP): Core i3-2100 65 W, Core i3-4130 54 W; the Core i3-4130 delivers 39% more performance per watt.
- Age: the Core i3-4130 is 2 years newer (2013 vs 2011).
- Platform: different sockets (LGA1155 vs LGA1150), so they need different motherboards.
Specs
| Spec | Core i3-2100 | Core i3-4130 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance index | 13 | 15 |
| Brand / series | Intel Core 2nd Gen | Intel Core 4th Gen |
| Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Cores | 2 | 2 |
| Threads | 4 | 4 |
| Base clock | 3.1 GHz | 3.4 GHz |
| Boost clock | 3.1 GHz | 3.4 GHz |
| Power (TDP) | 65 W | 54 W |
| Socket | LGA1155 | LGA1150 |