CPU
GPU
Core i5-1140G7
Core i3-10100
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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. The Core i5-1140G7 is positioned at rank #727 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Core i5-1140G7
Performance Per Dollar Core i3-10100
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i5-1140G7 | Core i3-10100 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($146) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Tiger Lake-UP4 (2020−2021) / 10 nm SuperFin) | ✨ Modern (Comet Lake-S (2020) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i5-1140G7 | Core i3-10100 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($146) |
Performance Check
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.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of Core i5-1140G7 and Core i3-10100
Core i5-1140G7
The Core i5-1140G7 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2 September 2020 (5 years ago). It is based on the Tiger Lake-UP4 (2020−2021) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 1.8 GHz, with boost up to 4.2 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB. L2 cache: 5 MB. Built on 10 nm SuperFin process technology. Socket: FCBGA1598. Thermal design power (TDP): 5 MB + 8 MB. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 8,471 points. Launch price was $149.
Core i3-10100
The Core i3-10100 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 30 April 2020 (5 years ago). It is based on the Comet Lake-S (2020) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.6 GHz, with boost up to 4.3 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1200. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 8,526 points. Launch price was $130.
Processing Power
Both the Core i5-1140G7 and Core i3-10100 share an identical 4-core/8-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 4.2 GHz on the Core i5-1140G7 versus 4.3 GHz on the Core i3-10100 — a 2.4% clock advantage for the Core i3-10100 (base: 1.8 GHz vs 3.6 GHz). The Core i5-1140G7 uses the Tiger Lake-UP4 (2020−2021) architecture (10 nm SuperFin), while the Core i3-10100 uses Comet Lake-S (2020) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Core i5-1140G7 scores 8,471 against the Core i3-10100's 8,526 — a 0.6% lead for the Core i3-10100. L3 cache: 8 MB on the Core i5-1140G7 vs 6 MB (total) on the Core i3-10100.
| Feature | Core i5-1140G7 | Core i3-10100 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 8 | 4 / 8 |
| Boost Clock | 4.2 GHz | 4.3 GHz+2% |
| Base Clock | 1.8 GHz | 3.6 GHz+100% |
| L3 Cache | 8 MB+33% | 6 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 5 MB+1900% | 256K (per core) |
| Process | 10 nm SuperFin-29% | 14 nm |
| Architecture | Tiger Lake-UP4 (2020−2021) | Comet Lake-S (2020) |
| PassMark | 8,471 | 8,526 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 5,612 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 1,430 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 4,300 |
Memory & Platform
The Core i5-1140G7 uses the FCBGA1598 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Core i3-10100 uses LGA1200 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Core i5-1140G7 | Core i3-10100 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FCBGA1598 | LGA1200 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0+33% | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | — | DDR4-2666 |
| Max RAM Capacity | — | 128 GB |
| RAM Channels | — | 2 |
| ECC Support | — | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | — | 16 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: not specified (Core i5-1140G7) / VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Core i3-10100). The Core i3-10100 includes integrated graphics (UHD Graphics 630), while the Core i5-1140G7 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i3-10100 targets Gaming. Direct competitor: Core i3-10100 rivals Ryzen 3 3300X.
| Feature | Core i5-1140G7 | Core i3-10100 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | — | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | UHD Graphics 630 |
| Unlocked | — | No |
| AVX-512 | — | No |
| Virtualization | — | VT-x, VT-d, EPT |
| Target Use | — | Gaming |
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