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Overview

The Core 3 100HL is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 8 April 2024 (1 year ago). It is based on the Raptor Lake-PS (2024) architecture. It features 8 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 2.1 GHz, with boost up to 4.6 GHz. L3 cache: 12 MB (total). L2 cache: 2 MB (per core). Built on 10 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1700. Thermal design power (TDP): 45 Watt. Memory support: DDR4, DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 17,586 points. Launch price was $299.

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.

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 3 100HL

#642

Ryzen Threadripper 9960X

MSRP: $1499|Avg: $1419

104%

#643

Core i9-11900KB

MSRP: $539|Avg: $350

103%

#644

Core i5-9500F

MSRP: $187|Avg: $154

103%

#645

Athlon 64 3800+

MSRP: $354|Avg: $10

103%

#646

Core i7-10700F

MSRP: $310|Avg: $250

103%

#647

Core i7-7740X

MSRP: $339|Avg: $150

103%

#648

Core i7-10700T

MSRP: $355|Avg: $200

103%

#649

Celeron G5920

MSRP: $52|Avg: $40

103%

#650

Core i3-10105T

MSRP: $122|Avg: $122

102%

#651

Celeron G5900

MSRP: $50|Avg: $42

102%

#652

Core 5 120

MSRP: $340|Avg: $340

101%

#653

Celeron G1850

MSRP: $42|Avg: $30

101%

#654

Phenom X3 8600

MSRP: $100|Avg: $20

101%

#655

Core i7-6700K

MSRP: $350|Avg: $142

100%

#656

Core i7-12700T

MSRP: $339|Avg: $337

100%

#657

Core 3 100HL

MSRP: $306|Avg: $280

100%

#658

Pentium E2180

MSRP: $84|Avg: $15

100%

#659

Athlon II X2 250u

MSRP: $60|Avg: $15

99%

#660

Celeron G530T

MSRP: $50|Avg: $17

99%

#661

Core i7-4790T

MSRP: $303|Avg: $102

99%

#662

FX-8370

MSRP: $199|Avg: $100

98%

#663

Core i3-3250

MSRP: $138|Avg: $40

98%

#664

Core i9-11900F

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $358.87

98%

#665

Core i9-9900T

MSRP: $423|Avg: $215

98%

#666

Core i5-9500T

MSRP: $192|Avg: $132

98%

#667

Core i3-2105

MSRP: $138|Avg: $30

97%

#668

Core i3-4130

MSRP: $117|Avg: $55

97%

#669

Pentium G3250T

MSRP: $64|Avg: $30

96%

#670

Ryzen 7 PRO 5750GE

MSRP: $349|Avg: $349

96%

#671

Core i9-10940X

MSRP: $784|Avg: $460

96%

#672

Core i9-10920X

MSRP: $689|Avg: $430

96%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Core 3 100HL across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Core 3 100HL specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Core 3 100HL is a 8-core / 12-thread processor based on the Raptor Lake-PS (2024) architecture, manufactured on a 10 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 4.6 GHz from a base frequency of 2.1 GHz— higher boost clocks directly translate to better single-threaded performance and responsiveness in gaming. It carries 12 MB (total) of L3 cache, plus 2 MB (per core) of L2 cache and 80 kB (per core) of L1 cache per core. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 17,586, placing it in the Mid-Range performance tier as a Recent generation product.

Specification	Core 3 100HL
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units	8C / 12T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost	4.6 GHz
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency	2.1 GHz
ArchitectureCPU microarchitecture design	Raptor Lake-PS (2024)
Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient	10 nm
L3 CacheShared cache — reduces memory latency for all cores	12 MB (total)
L2 CachePer-core fast cache for frequently accessed data	2 MB (per core)
L1 CacheUltra-fast per-core cache	80 kB (per core)
64-bit Support	Yes
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score	17,586

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Memory & Platform

The Core 3 100HL fits into the LGA1700 socket and supports PCIe 5.0. It supports DDR4, DDR5 memory.

Specification	Core 3 100HL
TypeDesktop or Laptop processor	desktop
SocketMotherboard socket required	LGA1700
PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidth	PCIe 5.0
RAM TypeSupported memory standard	DDR4, DDR5
Max CPUs in ConfigMulti-socket support for servers	1

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Power & Cooling

The Core 3 100HL has a rated TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 45 Watt — this indicates the amount of heat generated under sustained load and determines what cooling solution is needed.

Specification	Core 3 100HL
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload	45 Watt

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Value Analysis

At an average price of $280 (MSRP: $306), the Core 3 100HL delivers 63 PassMark points per dollar. Performance ranking position: #899 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Core 3 100HL
MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price	$306
Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days	$280
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$299
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#899
Release DateLaunch date	8 April 2024 (1 year ago)
Release Year	2024
DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD)	Intel
ManufacturerFabrication foundry (e.g. TSMC)	Intel

Specifications Reference

Raw spec sheet for quick lookup. The analysis cards above explain what these fields mean in practice.

4 categories

General Information

7 specs

Type	desktop
Designer	Intel
Launch Price	$299
Manufacturer	Intel
Release Date	8 April 2024 (1 year ago)
Architecture Codename	Raptor Lake-PS (2024)
Performance Ranking Position	899

Technical Specifications

9 specs

Cores	8
Threads	12
L1 Cache	80 kB (per core)
L2 Cache	2 MB (per core)
L3 Cache	12 MB (total)
Max Frequency	4.6 GHz
64-Bit Support	+
Base Frequency	2.1 GHz
Process Technology	10 nm