Core i3-2330M

Details and Benchmarks for Intel Core i3-2330M

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Benchmark Results

Combined benchmark scores based on multiple data points, giving a quick overview of this processor's performance.

Overall Score

Overall score for Core i3-2330M based on all benchmark results gathered. Look at this like a meta score, you will find more specific workload ratings below.

4,261 Rank: 1572
Rank Name Score Visual
1568 Core 2 Duo T5750 4,266
+0.1%
1569 Core i3-530 4,266
+0.1%
1570 Athlon II X3 440 4,265
+0.1%
1571 Pentium Silver N5000 4,264
+0.1%
1572 Core i3-2330M 4,261
1573 Core i5 M 520 4,261
+0%
1574 Phenom II X2 545 4,260
+-0%
1575 Athlon II X3 445 4,259
+-0%
1576 Xeon X3220 4,259
+-0%
1577 Core i5-4200U 4,258
-0.1%

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Multicore Score

Multicore performance score for Core i3-2330M based on multi-threaded benchmark results.

4,331 Rank: 1647
Rank Name Score Visual
1643 E2-9010 4,332
+0%
1644 Pentium 3825U 4,332
+0%
1645 A8-6410 4,332
+0%
1646 Celeron 3955U 4,331
+0%
1647 Core i3-2330M 4,331
1648 Atom x7-Z8700 4,331
+0%
1649 Pentium E5800 4,331
+0%
1650 A6-3500 4,331
+0%
1651 Core i3-4012Y 4,331
+0%
1652 Pentium N3710 4,331
+0%

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Singlecore Score

Single-core performance score for Core i3-2330M based on single-threaded benchmark results.

4,214 Rank: 1560
Rank Name Score Visual
1556 Core 2 Duo T9800 4,217
+0.1%
1557 Core 2 Quad Q6600 4,216
+0%
1558 Athlon II X4 635 4,215
+0%
1559 Core i3-530 4,215
+0%
1560 Core i3-2330M 4,214
1561 Core 2 Duo T9600 4,214
+0%
1562 Core i3-2328M 4,213
+-0%
1563 Xeon W3503 4,213
+-0%
1564 Core i3-2348M 4,212
+-0%
1565 Athlon II X3 445 4,212
+-0%

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Workload Scores

Performance scores grouped by workload type, normalized and aggregated from multiple raw benchmark results.

Number Crunching

Aggregated score for Core i3-2330M based on integer math, floating point math, and prime number computation benchmarks.

4,505 Rank: 1494
Rank Name Score Visual
1490 Core i3-4005U 4,506
+0%
1491 Core i5-3339Y 4,506
+0%
1492 Core i5-450M 4,506
+0%
1493 Core i3-2350M 4,505
+0%
1494 Core i3-2330M 4,505
1495 Phenom II X2 565 4,505
+0%
1496 A9-9410 4,505
+0%
1497 A4-5300 4,505
+0%
1498 Core i5-4300Y 4,505
+0%
1499 Pentium G645T 4,505
+0%

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Data Processing

Aggregated score for Core i3-2330M based on data encryption, data compression, and string sorting benchmarks.

4,474 Rank: 1493
Rank Name Score Visual
1489 Core M-5Y71 4,475
+0%
1490 Phenom II X2 555 4,475
+0%
1491 A10-7300 4,475
+0%
1492 Celeron N2940 4,475
+0%
1493 Core i3-2330M 4,474
1494 Celeron 3965U 4,474
+0%
1495 A6-7400K 4,474
+0%
1496 Xeon E3110 4,474
+0%
1497 Celeron N2930 4,474
+0%
1498 Core i5-450M 4,474
+0%

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Physics & Compute

Aggregated score for Core i3-2330M based on physics simulation and extended instruction set (SSE/AVX) benchmarks.

4,505 Rank: 1372
Rank Name Score Visual
1368 A6-3670 4,506
+0%
1369 A6-3650 4,506
+0%
1370 Core i5-2557M 4,505
+0%
1371 Core i3-2348M 4,505
+0%
1372 Core i3-2330M 4,505
1373 Core i3-2310M 4,505
+0%
1374 Phenom II X4 B40 4,505
+0%
1375 Phenom II X4 830 4,505
+0%
1376 A10-4600M 4,505
+0%
1377 Core i5-650 4,505
+0%

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Core i3-2330M Details

Launched in June 2011, the Intel Core i3-2330M is a mobile processor built on the Sandy Bridge microarchitecture, representing an early iteration of Intel's integrated graphics and power-efficient design philosophy. At a 32 nm process node, this dual-core CPU features a base frequency of 2.2 GHz and a TDP of just 35 W, making it a power-conscious option for laptops of its era. With Intel Hyper-Threading enabled, the processor delivers four logical threads, enhancing multitasking performance despite its modest core count. The chip integrates 3 MB of L3 cache and supports dual-channel DDR3 memory up to 1333 MHz, providing a balanced foundation for general computing tasks. Its 64-bit x86-64 instruction set, combined with support for AVX and AES-NI instructions, ensures compatibility with modern software while offering improved performance in encryption and multimedia workloads.

The integrated Intel HD Graphics 3000 GPU operates at a base frequency of 650 MHz and can boost to 1100 MHz, delivering capable graphics performance for light gaming and video playback. It supports up to two displays and includes hardware virtualization via Intel VT-x, which improves virtual machine efficiency—a valuable feature for developers and IT professionals. The processor is packaged in an FCBGA-1023 and rPGA988B configuration, compatible with Socket G2, and is designed for mobile platforms where thermal and power constraints are paramount.

In benchmark testing, the Core i3-2330M achieves an Overall Score of 4261, ranking #1572 out of 2060 processors. Its Singlecore Score of 4214 places it at #1560, while its Multicore Score of 4331 positions it at #1646. These results indicate that the processor performs consistently across both single-threaded and multi-threaded applications, though it lags significantly behind modern high-end CPUs. Compared to contemporary processors like the Core i3-530 or Athlon II X4 635, the i3-2330M holds its own in single-core tasks but falls short in multicore performance due to its older architecture and limited core count. In the broader context of today's market, where top-tier CPUs like the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9995WX exceed scores of 9000, the i3-2330M is clearly a legacy component.

As of March 2026, the Core i3-2330M is best suited for legacy systems, basic office use, or educational environments where cost and power efficiency outweigh raw performance. Its low TDP and integrated graphics make it ideal for lightweight laptops, but it is no longer competitive in demanding workloads such as video editing or gaming. While it was a solid mid-range mobile processor in its time, today it serves more as a historical benchmark of Intel's Sandy Bridge era rather than a viable option for modern computing needs.
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Intel Core i3-2330M

Main Specifications

Designer: Intel
Name: Core i3-2330M
Family: Core
Series: i3-2000
Model Number: i3-2330M
Cores: 2
Threads: 4
Base Frequency: 2200 MHz
Clock Multiplier: 22x (locked)
Microarchitecture: Sandy Bridge
Core Name: Sandy Bridge M
Core Family: 6
Core Model: 42
Socket: Socket
Package: FCBGA-1023 and rPGA988B
Chipset: Cougar
Target Segment: Mobile
Max CPUs: 1
TDP: 35 W
Release Price: $225.00

Cache Specifications

L1 Cache: 128 KiB
L1 Instruction Cache: 64 KiB (8-way set associative)
L1 Data Cache: 64 KiB (8-way set associative)
L2 Cache: 0.5 MiB (8-way set associative)
L3 Cache: 3 MiB (12-way set associative)

Memory Specifications

Supported Memory Type: DDR3-1333 and DDR3-1066
Memory Channels: 2
Maximum Memory: 16 GB
Maximum Bandwidth: 19.87 GB/s
ECC Support: No

PCI-Express Specifications

PCIe Revision: 2.0
PCIe Lanes: 16
PCIe Configuration: 1x16, 2x8, 1x8+2x4

Integrated Graphics

GPU: HD Graphics 3000
GPU Designer: Intel
GPU Max Frequency: 1100 MHz
Execution Units: 12

Physical Specifications

Process: 32 nm
Die Area: 149 mm²
Transistor Count: 0.62 billion
Manufacturer: Intel
Technology: CMOS
Word Size: 64-bit
ISA: x86-64 (x86)

CPU Features

MMX EMMX SSE SSE2 SSE3 SSSE3 SSE4.1 SSE4.2 AVX AVX2 ABM BMI1 BMI2 FMA3 AES RdRand ADX CLMUL F16C x86-16 x86-32 x86-64 Real Protected SMM FPU NX HT EIST VT-x EPT IPT SSE4a SHA AMD-Vi AMD-V SenseMI Boost 2 mXFR Flex Memory MWT ATT FMA
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