Intel Core i3-2130 vs Intel Core i5-6685R

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Intel Core i3-2130 or Intel Core i3-2130 – which processor offers superior performance? In this comparison, we examine disparities and assess which of these two CPUs outperforms the other. We delve into technical specifications and benchmark outcomes.
The Intel Core i3-2130 features 2 processor cores and has the capability to manage 4 threads concurrently.
It was released in Q3/2011 and belongs to the 2 generation of the Intel Core i3 series.
To use the Intel Core i3-2130, you'll need a motherboard with a LGA 1155 socket.
The Intel Core i5-6685R features 4 processor cores and has the capability to manage 4 threads concurrently.
It was released in Q2/2016 and belongs to the 6 generation of the Intel Core i5 series.
To use the Intel Core i5-6685R, you'll need a motherboard with a BGA 1440 socket.
Intel Core i3 Family Intel Core i5
2 Generation 6
Intel Core i3-2130 Name Intel Core i5-6685R
Desktop / Server Segment Desktop / Server
Intel Core i 2000 Group Intel Core i 6000
 
 

CPU Cores and Base Frequency

The Intel Core i3-2130 has 2 CPU cores and can calculate 4 threads in parallel.
The clock frequency of the Intel Core i3-2130 is 3.4 GHz
The Intel Core i5-6685R has 4 CPU cores and can calculate 4 threads in parallel.
The clock frequency of the Intel Core i5-6685R is 3.2 GHz
and turbo frequency for one core is 3.8 GHz.
No Overclocking No
4 Threads 4
2x Cores 4x
None None 3.8 GHz
3.4 GHz Frequency 3.2 GHz
Yes Hyperthreading No
normal Core architecture normal
None None 3.4 GHz
2 CPU Cores 4
 
 

Internal Graphics

The Intel Core i3-2130 has integrated graphics, called iGPU for short.
Specifically, the Intel Core i3-2130 uses the Intel HD Graphics 2000, which has 48 texture shaders
and 6 execution units.
The iGPU uses the system's main memory as graphics memory and sits on the processor's die.
The Intel Core i5-6685R has integrated graphics, called iGPU for short.
Specifically, the Intel Core i5-6685R uses the Intel Iris Pro Graphics 580, which has 576 texture shaders
and 72 execution units.
32 nm Technology 14 nm
0.85 GHz GPU frequency 0.35 GHz
6 Execution units 72
6 Generation 9
1.1 GHz GPU (Turbo) 1.15 GHz
48 Shaders 576
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10.1 Direct X 12.0
2.0 GB Max. GPU Memory 32.0 GB
Q1/2011 Release date Q3/2015
Intel HD Graphics 2000 GPU name Intel Iris Pro Graphics 580
 
 

Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning

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Hardware codec support

A photo or video codec that is accelerated in hardware can greatly accelerate the working speed of a processor and extend the battery life of notebooks or smartphones when playing videos.
No VP8 Decode / Encode
Decode / Encode h264 Decode / Encode
No JPEG Decode / Encode
Decode / Encode AVC Decode / Encode
No AV1 No
No VP9 Decode
No h265 / HEVC (8 bit) Decode / Encode
No h265 / HEVC (10 bit) Decode
Decode VC-1 Decode
 
 

Memory & PCIe

The processor supports a maximum memory capacity of 32.0 GB distributed across 2 memory channels. It offers a peak memory bandwidth of 21.3 GB/s. Both the type and quantity of memory can have a substantial impact on the overall system performance.
The processor supports a maximum memory capacity of 64.0 GB distributed across 2 memory channels. It offers a peak memory bandwidth of 34.1 GB/s. Both the type and quantity of memory can have a substantial impact on the overall system performance.
Yes AES-NI Yes
21.3 GB/s Bandwidth 34.1 GB/s
32.0 GB Max. Memory 64.0 GB
pci PCIe pci
No ECC No
DDR3-1333 Memory type DDR4-2133
2 Memory channels 2
 
 

Thermal Management

The processor has a thermal design power (TDP) of 65 W watts.
TDP indicates the cooling solution needed to effectively manage the processor's heat. It generally provides an approximate indication of the actual power consumption of the CPU itself.
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65 W TDP (PL1 / PBP) 65 W
 
 

Technical details

The Intel Core i3-2130 is manufactured using a 32 nm process.
A smaller manufacturing process indicates a more contemporary and energy-efficient CPU.
In total, this processor boasts a generous 3.0 MB cache.
A substantial cache can significantly enhance the processor's performance, particularly in scenarios like gaming.
The Intel Core i5-6685R is manufactured using a 14 nm process.
In total, this processor boasts a generous 6.0 MB cache.
32 nm Technology 14 nm
SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX ISA extensions SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX2
VT-x, VT-x EPT Virtualization VT-x, VT-x EPT, VT-d
Sandy Bridge S Architecture Skylake S
LGA 1155 Socket BGA 1440
x86-64 (64 bit) Instruction set (ISA) x86-64 (64 bit)
3.0 MB L3-Cache 6.0 MB
Monolithic Chip design Monolithic
0 bytes L2-Cache 0 bytes
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Q3/2011 Release date Q2/2016
Windows 10, Linux Operating systems Windows 10, Linux
Technical data sheet Documents Technical data sheet
117 $ Release price --