Core i3-7100U

Details and Benchmarks for Intel Core i3-7100U

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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.
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Intel Core i3-7100U

Main Specifications

Designer: Intel
Name: Core i3-7100U
Model Number: i3-7100U
Cores: 2
Threads: 4
Base Frequency: 2400 MHz
Socket: FCBGA1356
Max CPUs: 1
TDP: 15 W

Cache Specifications

Memory Specifications

Supported Memory Type: DDR4-2133, LPDDR3-1866, DDR3L-1600
Memory Channels: 2
Maximum Memory: 0 GB
Maximum Bandwidth: 34.1 GB/s
ECC Support: No

PCI-Express Specifications

PCIe Revision: 3.0
PCIe Lanes: 12
PCIe Configuration: 1x4, 2x2, 1x2+2x1 and 4x1

Integrated Graphics

GPU: HD Graphics 620
GPU Designer: Intel
GPU Max Frequency: 1000 MHz

Physical Specifications

Process: 14 nm
Word Size: 64-bit

CPU Features

SSE4.1 SSE4.2 AVX2 AES x86-64 HT EIST TXT vPro VT-x VT-d EPT Secure Key SMEP SIPP IPT TSX Flex Memory FMA
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