Core i3-3217UE vs Core i3-L13G4

Core i3-3217UE

2 Cores4 Thrd17 WWMax: 1.6 GHz2012

Core i3-L13G4

5 Cores5 Thrd7 WWMax: 2.8 GHz2020

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Core i3-3217UE

2 / 4

1,362

+1.0%

1,349

0.0%

About PassMark

PassMark CPU Mark evaluates processor speed through complex mathematical computations. It provides a reliable metric to compare multi-core performance, where higher scores indicate faster processing for multitasking, gaming, and heavy workloads.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money. The Core i3-3217UE is positioned at rank 1187 and the Core i3-L13G4 is on rank 1210, so the Core i3-3217UE offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar Core i3-3217UE

#1175

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

4850%

#1176

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

4779%

#1177

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

4387%

#1178

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

4367%

#1179

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

4327%

#1181

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

4179%

#1182

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

4007%

#1183

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

4000%

#1184

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

3893%

#1187

Core i3-3217UE

MSRP: $225|Avg: $35

100%

#1188

Celeron T3000

MSRP: $150|Avg: $54

100%

#1189

Core m7-6Y75

MSRP: $393|Avg: $393

99%

#1190

Core M-5Y10

MSRP: $281|Avg: $20

97%

#1193

Celeron 900

MSRP: $86|Avg: $5

93%

#1194

Pentium T3400

MSRP: $150|Avg: $90

93%

#1195

Core 2 Solo SU3500

MSRP: $262|Avg: $15

93%

#1196

Core 2 Duo E8335

MSRP: $200|Avg: $50

90%

#1199

Celeron 560

MSRP: $89|Avg: $5

88%

#1200

Core i3-2312M

MSRP: $225|Avg: N/A

87%

#1201

Celeron 857

MSRP: $134|Avg: $10

87%

#1202

Celeron 925

MSRP: $100|Avg: $100

87%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Core i3-L13G4

#1198

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

6113%

#1199

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

6023%

#1200

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

5529%

#1201

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

5504%

#1202

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

5454%

#1204

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

5267%

#1205

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

5050%

#1206

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

5042%

#1207

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

4906%

#1210

Core i3-L13G4

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#1211

Core 2 Solo SU3300

MSRP: $262|Avg: $50

99%

#1212

Celeron 540

MSRP: $86|Avg: $5

99%

#1213

Celeron U3600

MSRP: $134|Avg: $134

97%

#1216

Core 2 Quad Q9000

MSRP: $348|Avg: $15

96%

#1217

Core i5-2537M

MSRP: $250|Avg: N/A

95%

#1218

Core i7-720QM

MSRP: $364|Avg: N/A

95%

#1219

Pentium U5400

MSRP: $289|Avg: $214

93%

#1220

Pentium T2330

MSRP: $150|Avg: $7

92%

#1221

Z-01

MSRP: $50|Avg: $10

90%

#1222

Pentium T2310

MSRP: $150|Avg: $14

87%

#1223

Celeron SU2300

MSRP: $134|Avg: $134

85%

#1224

Core i5-560UM

MSRP: $250|Avg: N/A

85%

#1225

Core i7-660UM

MSRP: $317|Avg: N/A

84%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

About PassMark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Generational Difference: This comparison involves processors from different technological eras. The Core i3-L13G4 (2020) utilizes 10 nm technology and DDR4, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Core i3-3217UE	Core i3-L13G4
Gaming	❌ Lower gaming performance	✅ Superior gaming performance
Workstation	✅ Better multi-core power	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks
Price	⚠️ Higher cost ($35)	✅ More affordable ($0)
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) / 22 nm)	✨ Modern (Lakefield (2020) / 10 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Core i3-3217UE (2012) relies on 22 nm technology and **unknown Dual-channel**, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Core i3-3217UE	Core i3-L13G4
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	⚠️ Higher cost ($35)	✅ More affordable ($0)

Performance Check

Paired with RTX 4090

To accurately isolate CPU performance, all benchmarks below use an NVIDIA RTX 4090 as the reference GPU. This eliminates GPU-side bottlenecks and highlights pure processing throughput differences between the CPUs.

Note: Real-world results may vary based on your actual GPU. CPU performance impact is more visible in processing-intensive titles and high-refresh-rate gaming scenarios.

Core i3-3217UE Benchmark Check

Core i3-L13G4 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core i3-3217UE and Core i3-L13G4

Core i3-3217UE

The Core i3-3217UE is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 August 2012 (13 years ago). It is based on the Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Max frequency: 1.6 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1023. Thermal design power (TDP): 17 Watt. Memory support: unknown Dual-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 1,362 points. Launch price was $69.

Core i3-L13G4

The Core i3-L13G4 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in Junho 2020 (5 years ago). It is based on the Lakefield (2020) architecture. It features 5 cores and 5 threads. Base frequency is 0.8 GHz, with boost up to 2.8 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 10 nm process technology. Socket: FC-CSP1016. Thermal design power (TDP): 7 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 1,349 points. Launch price was $281.

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Processing Power

The Core i3-3217UE packs 2 cores / 4 threads, while the Core i3-L13G4 offers 5 cores / 5 threads — the Core i3-L13G4 has 3 more cores. Boost clocks reach 1.6 GHz on the Core i3-3217UE versus 2.8 GHz on the Core i3-L13G4 — a 54.5% clock advantage for the Core i3-L13G4. The Core i3-3217UE uses the Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) architecture (22 nm), while the Core i3-L13G4 uses Lakefield (2020) (10 nm). In PassMark, the Core i3-3217UE scores 1,362 against the Core i3-L13G4's 1,349 — a 1% lead for the Core i3-3217UE. L3 cache: 3 MB (total) on the Core i3-3217UE vs 4 MB (total) on the Core i3-L13G4.

Feature	Core i3-3217UE	Core i3-L13G4
Cores / Threads	2 / 4	5 / 5+150%
Boost Clock	1.6 GHz	2.8 GHz+75%
Base Clock	—	0.8 GHz
L3 Cache	3 MB (total)	4 MB (total)+33%
L2 Cache	256 kB (per core)	512 kB+100%
Process	22 nm	10 nm-55%
Architecture	Ivy Bridge (2012−2013)	Lakefield (2020)
PassMark	1,362	1,349
Geekbench 6 Single	353	—
Geekbench 6 Multi	790	—

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Memory & Platform

The Core i3-3217UE uses the BGA1023 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i3-L13G4 uses FC-CSP1016 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3-1600 on the Core i3-3217UE versus LPDDR4x-4267 on the Core i3-L13G4 — the Core i3-L13G4 supports 28.6% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Core i3-3217UE supports up to 16 GB of RAM compared to 8 GB — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 2 (Core i3-3217UE) vs 4 (Core i3-L13G4). PCIe lanes: 16 (Core i3-3217UE) vs 8 (Core i3-L13G4) — the Core i3-3217UE offers 8 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives.

Feature	Core i3-3217UE	Core i3-L13G4
Socket	BGA1023	FC-CSP1016
PCIe Generation	PCIe 3.0	PCIe 3.0
Max RAM Speed	DDR3-1600	LPDDR4x-4267+33%
Max RAM Capacity	16 GB+100%	8 GB
RAM Channels	2	4+100%
ECC Support	✅	❌
PCIe Lanes	16+100%	8

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Advanced Features

Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: Yes (Core i3-3217UE) vs VT-x, VT-d (Core i3-L13G4). Both include integrated graphics — HD Graphics 4000 (Core i3-3217UE) and UHD Graphics (Core i3-L13G4) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i3-3217UE targets Embedded, Core i3-L13G4 targets Mobile.