Sempron X2 2100 vs Core i3-2100
Primary details
Comparing Core i3-2100 and Sempron X2 2100 processor market type (desktop or notebook), architecture, sales start time and price.
| Place in performance ranking | 2257 | not rated |
| Place by popularity | 77 | not in top-100 |
| Cost-effectiveness evaluation | 0.28 | no data |
| Market segment | Desktop processor | Desktop processor |
| Architecture codename | Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) | Brisbane (2001−2008) |
| Release date | 20 February 2011 (13 years ago) | March 2008 (16 years ago) |
| Launch price (MSRP) | $73 | no data |
Cost-effectiveness evaluation
Performance per price, higher is better.
Detailed specifications
Core i3-2100 and Sempron X2 2100 basic parameters such as number of cores, number of threads, base frequency and turbo boost clock, lithography, cache size and multiplier lock state. These parameters indirectly say of CPU speed, though for more precise assessment you have to consider their test results.
| Physical cores | 2 (Dual-core) | 2 (Dual-core) |
| Threads | 4 | 2 |
| Base clock speed | 3.1 GHz | no data |
| Boost clock speed | 3.1 GHz | 1.8 GHz |
| L1 cache | 64 KB (per core) | 128 KB |
| L2 cache | 256 KB (per core) | 256 KB |
| L3 cache | 3 MB (shared) | 0 KB |
| Chip lithography | 32 nm | 65 nm |
| Die size | 131 mm2 | 118 mm2 |
| Maximum core temperature | 69 °C | no data |
| Number of transistors | 504 million | 221 million |
| 64 bit support | + | + |
| Windows 11 compatibility | - | - |
| Unlocked multiplier | No | No |
Compatibility
Information on Core i3-2100 and Sempron X2 2100 compatibility with other computer components: motherboard (look for socket type), power supply unit (look for power consumption) etc. Useful when planning a future computer configuration or upgrading an existing one. Note that power consumption of some processors can well exceed their nominal TDP, even without overclocking. Some can even double their declared thermals given that the motherboard allows to tune the CPU power parameters.
| Number of CPUs in a configuration | 1 | 2 |
| Socket | 1155 | AM2 |
| Power consumption (TDP) | 65 Watt | 65 Watt |
Technologies and extensions
Technological solutions and additional instructions supported by Core i3-2100 and Sempron X2 2100. You'll probably need this information if you require some particular technology.
| Enhanced SpeedStep (EIST) | + | no data |
Security technologies
Core i3-2100 and Sempron X2 2100 technologies aimed at improving security, for example, by protecting against hacks.
| TXT | + | no data |
Virtualization technologies
Virtual machine speed-up technologies supported by Core i3-2100 and Sempron X2 2100 are enumerated here.
| VT-x | + | no data |
Memory specs
Types, maximum amount and channel quantity of RAM supported by Core i3-2100 and Sempron X2 2100. Depending on the motherboard, higher memory frequencies may be supported.
| Supported memory types | DDR3 | no data |
| Maximum memory bandwidth | 21 GB/s | no data |
Graphics specifications
General parameters of integrated GPUs, if any.
| Integrated graphics card | Intel HD 2000 | no data |
Peripherals
Specifications and connection of peripherals supported by Core i3-2100 and Sempron X2 2100.
| PCIe version | 3.0 | no data |
| PCI Express lanes | 16 | no data |
Pros & cons summary
| Threads | 4 | 2 |
| Chip lithography | 32 nm | 65 nm |
i3-2100 has 100% more threads, and a 103.1% more advanced lithography process.
We couldn't decide between Core i3-2100 and Sempron X2 2100. We've got no test results to judge.
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