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Overview

The Core i3-10110Y is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 21 August 2019 (6 years ago). It is based on the Comet Lake-Y (2019) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1 GHz, with boost up to 4 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: UTFCBGA1377. Thermal design power (TDP): 7 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 3,171 points. Launch price was $69.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. The Core i3-10110Y is positioned at rank #672 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. 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 i3-10110Y

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Atom x5-Z8300

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925%

#661

Atom Z3735G

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912%

#662

Core i5-480M

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837%

#663

Core i5-460M

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833%

#664

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

826%

#666

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

797%

#667

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

764%

#668

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

763%

#669

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

743%

#672

Core i3-10110Y

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#681

Core i3-N305

MSRP: $309|Avg: $309

98%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Core i3-10110Y across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Core i3-10110Y specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Core i3-10110Y is a 2-core / 4-thread processor based on the Comet Lake-Y (2019) architecture, manufactured on a 14 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 4 GHz from a base frequency of 1 GHz— higher boost clocks directly translate to better single-threaded performance and responsiveness in gaming. It carries 4 MB (total) of L3 cache, plus 256K (per core) of L2 cache and 64K (per core) of L1 cache per core. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 3,171, placing it in the Entry Level performance tier as a Legacy generation product.

Specification	Core i3-10110Y
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units	2C / 4T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost	4 GHz
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency	1 GHz
ArchitectureCPU microarchitecture design	Comet Lake-Y (2019)
Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient	14 nm
L3 CacheShared cache — reduces memory latency for all cores	4 MB (total)
L2 CachePer-core fast cache for frequently accessed data	256K (per core)
L1 CacheUltra-fast per-core cache	64K (per core)
Bus SpeedData bus frequency	4 GT/s
Max TemperatureMaximum safe operating temperature (Tjmax)	100 °C
64-bit Support	Yes
Windows 11 Compatible	Yes
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score	3,171

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Memory & Platform

The Core i3-10110Y fits into the UTFCBGA1377 socket and supports PCIe 3.0. It supports DDR3 memory.

Specification	Core i3-10110Y
TypeDesktop or Laptop processor	Laptop
SeriesProduct family	Comet Lake
SocketMotherboard socket required	UTFCBGA1377
PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidth	PCIe 3.0
RAM TypeSupported memory standard	DDR3
Max CPUs in ConfigMulti-socket support for servers	1

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Power & Cooling

The Core i3-10110Y has a rated TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 7 Watt — this indicates the amount of heat generated under sustained load and determines what cooling solution is needed.

Specification	Core i3-10110Y
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload	7 Watt
Max TemperatureMaximum safe junction temperature (Tjmax)	100 °C

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Value Analysis

It currently holds Rank #672 in the overall cost-benefit ranking — this ranking factors in performance-per-dollar relative to all available processors. Performance ranking position: #2203 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Core i3-10110Y
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$69
Cost-Benefit RankPosition in overall value ranking	#672
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#2203
Release DateLaunch date	21 August 2019 (6 years ago)
Release Year	2019
DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD)	Intel
ManufacturerFabrication foundry (e.g. TSMC)	Intel