Core i3-3220 vs Core i3-4160
The Core i3-4160 is about 14% faster for gaming.
Verdict
- Performance index: the Core i3-4160 is 14% faster (16 vs 14).
- Cores: both have 2.
- Power (TDP): Core i3-3220 55 W, Core i3-4160 54 W; the Core i3-4160 delivers 16% more performance per watt.
- Age: the Core i3-4160 is 2 years newer (2014 vs 2012).
- Platform: different sockets (LGA1155 vs LGA1150), so they need different motherboards.
Specs
| Spec | Core i3-3220 | Core i3-4160 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance index | 14 | 16 |
| Brand / series | Intel Core 3rd Gen | Intel Core 4th Gen |
| Released | 2012 | 2014 |
| Cores | 2 | 2 |
| Threads | 4 | 4 |
| Base clock | 3.3 GHz | 3.6 GHz |
| Boost clock | 3.3 GHz | 3.6 GHz |
| Power (TDP) | 55 W | 54 W |
| Socket | LGA1155 | LGA1150 |