i3-2100/2120 (i3-2nd gen)

The Intel Core i3-2100 is a desktop processor based on Intel?s 2nd Generation Sandy Bridge architecture, offering a solid balance of performance and efficiency for home and office systems. Featuring two physical cores with Hyper-Threading technology, it can handle up to four simultaneous threads, making it suitable for multitasking, productivity applications, and general use.

Operating at a fixed 3.1 GHz base frequency, the i3-2100 delivers consistent performance without Turbo Boost, ensuring stable operation under everyday workloads. It includes integrated Intel HD Graphics 2000, allowing systems to run without a dedicated graphics card for basic visual tasks such as video playback and casual applications.

With support for dual-channel DDR3 memory and a modest 65 W thermal design power, the Intel Core i3-2100 is energy-efficient and easy to cool. It uses the LGA 1155 socket, making it compatible with a wide range of Intel 6-series and select 7-series motherboards.

Technical Specifications:

• Processor Model: Intel Core i3-2100

• Architecture: Sandy Bridge

• Manufacturing Process: 32 nm

• Cores / Threads: 2 Cores / 4 Threads

• Base Clock Speed: 3.1 GHz

• Cache: 3 MB Intel Smart Cache

• Socket Type: LGA 1155

• Integrated Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 2000

• Memory Support: DDR3-1066 / DDR3-1333, Dual-Channel

• Maximum Memory: Up to 32 GB

• Thermal Design Power (TDP): 65 W

• Instruction Sets: SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX

• Virtualization Support: Intel VT-x

The Intel Core i3-2100 remains a practical choice for basic desktop builds, refurbished systems, and budget-friendly computers where stable performance and low power usage are key priorities.