Core i3-7100U Benchmarks & Performance Report

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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 i3-7100U based on all benchmark results gathered. Look at this like a meta score, you will find more specific workload ratings below.

4,529 Rank: 1260

Rank	Name	Score	Visual
1256	Core i7-880	4,533	+0.1%
1257	Phenom II X4 970	4,532	+0.1%
1258	Core i7-3537U	4,532	+0.1%
1259	Core i5-4300U	4,529	+0%
1260	Core i3-7100U	4,529
1261	Pentium 5405U	4,529	+0%
1262	Core M-5Y51	4,529	+0%
1263	A10-6800K	4,527	+-0%
1264	Xeon E5-2620 v2	4,527	+-0%
1265	Celeron G1830	4,526	-0.1%

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Multicore Score

Multicore performance score for Core i3-7100U based on multi-threaded benchmark results.

4,411 Rank: 1430

Rank	Name	Score	Visual
1426	A8 PRO-7600B	4,414	+0.1%
1427	Core m3-6Y30	4,413	+0%
1428	A8-7500	4,413	+0%
1429	Phenom II X4 820	4,413	+0%
1430	Core i3-7100U	4,411
1431	Xeon E5450	4,410	+-0%
1432	A8-3850	4,410	+-0%
1433	A8-3530MX	4,410	+-0%
1434	Phenom II N930	4,410	+-0%
1435	PRO A10-8750B	4,410	+-0%

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Singlecore Score

Single-core performance score for Core i3-7100U based on single-threaded benchmark results.

4,607 Rank: 1214

Rank	Name	Score	Visual
1210	Core M-5Y31	4,609	+0%
1211	Core i5-3335S	4,609	+0%
1212	Xeon Gold 6252	4,607	+0%
1213	Xeon D-1557	4,607	+0%
1214	Core i3-7100U	4,607
1215	FX-9830P	4,606	+-0%
1216	Celeron G3900T	4,599	-0.2%
1217	Core i7-3517U	4,597	-0.2%
1218	Core i5-3427U	4,596	-0.2%
1219	PRO A6-9500	4,596	-0.2%

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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 i3-7100U based on integer math, floating point math, and prime number computation benchmarks.

4,531 Rank: 1298

Rank	Name	Score	Visual
1294	Pentium G4500T	4,531	+0%
1295	Core i3-2120	4,531	+0%
1296	Core i5-4258U	4,531	+0%
1297	Core i5-4300U	4,531	+0%
1298	Core i3-7100U	4,531
1299	Core i7-3537U	4,531	+0%
1300	Xeon X3220	4,531	+0%
1301	Core i5-2390T	4,531	+0%
1302	Core i7-2640M	4,530	+-0%
1303	Core i7-2620M	4,530	+-0%

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Data Processing

Aggregated score for Core i3-7100U based on data encryption, data compression, and string sorting benchmarks.

4,504 Rank: 1304

Rank	Name	Score	Visual
1300	Core i5-4350U	4,505	+0%
1301	Core i5-650	4,505	+0%
1302	Atom C3538	4,504	+0%
1303	Core i5-4310U	4,504	+0%
1304	Core i3-7100U	4,504
1305	Core i7-3537U	4,504	+0%
1306	A10-6700T	4,504	+0%
1307	Core i3-5157U	4,504	+0%
1308	Phenom II X4 910	4,504	+0%
1309	Core m3-8100Y	4,504	+0%

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Physics & Compute

Aggregated score for Core i3-7100U based on physics simulation and extended instruction set (SSE/AVX) benchmarks.

4,550 Rank: 1108

Rank	Name	Score	Visual
1104	Core i3-3250	4,550	+0%
1105	Core i7-3540M	4,550	+0%
1106	Athlon X4 880K	4,550	+0%
1107	Core i5-4210M	4,550	+0%
1108	Core i3-7100U	4,550
1109	Xeon L5638	4,550	+0%
1110	Core i3-2125	4,549	+-0%
1111	Xeon L5520	4,549	+-0%
1112	Pentium J6426	4,549	+-0%
1113	Pentium Gold G5420T	4,548	+-0%

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Core i3-7100U Details

The Core i3-7100U, released in early 2017, remains a notable entry in Intel's low-power mobile lineup, designed for compact laptops and ultrabooks where thermal and power constraints are critical. Built on a 14 nm process, this processor features a dual-core, four-thread design leveraging Intel's Hyper-Threading technology, enabling efficient multitasking in lightweight workloads. With a base clock of 2.4 GHz and a turbo frequency of 2.7 GHz, it delivers balanced performance for general productivity, web browsing, and media consumption. The 15 W TDP ensures excellent power efficiency, making it ideal for thin-and-light systems without compromising on thermal performance.

The i3-7100U supports up to 32 GB of DDR4-2133, LPDDR3-1866, or DDR3L-1600 memory across two channels, providing adequate bandwidth for everyday tasks. It integrates Intel HD Graphics 620, which operates at a base frequency of 300 MHz and can burst up to 1.0 GHz, supporting up to three displays simultaneously. While not suited for high-end gaming or GPU-intensive applications, the integrated graphics handle 1080p video playback and light content creation with ease.

In benchmark testing, the Core i3-7100U achieves a single-core score of 4607, placing it at rank #1212 among 2060 processors, and a multicore score of 4411, ranking #1430. Its overall score of 4529 positions it at #1259, demonstrating solid performance relative to its generation. The processor compares favorably against contemporaries like the Celeron G5900 and A8-7500, while lagging behind more powerful chips such as the Core i5-3335S and FX-4100. Its performance is particularly competitive in single-threaded applications, where it outperforms many low-end and mid-range CPUs from the same era.

The processor supports a range of advanced technologies, including AVX2, AES-NI, and Intel VT-x for virtualization, ensuring compatibility with modern software and security features. It also includes Intel's Enhanced SpeedStep and Trusted Execution Technology, enhancing power management and system security. While it lacks ECC memory support, this is typical for consumer-grade mobile processors.

As of March 2026, the Core i3-7100U remains a viable option for users requiring a reliable, energy-efficient processor for basic computing tasks. Though outdated by today's standards, its low power draw and adequate performance make it suitable for entry-level laptops, office workstations, and educational devices where cost and battery life are prioritized over raw power.