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Overview

The Core i3-4030U is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 14 April 2014 (11 years ago). It is based on the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.9 GHz, with boost up to 1.9 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1168. Thermal design power (TDP): 15 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,876 points. Launch price was $281.

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 i3-4030U

#358

Core 2 Duo SL9400

MSRP: $284|Avg: N/A

113%

#359

Pentium N3540

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112%

#360

Core i3-2377M

MSRP: $250|Avg: N/A

111%

#361

Celeron M 723

MSRP: $161|Avg: $161

110%

#362

Core M-5Y51

MSRP: $281|Avg: $281

108%

#363

Core i7-2640M

MSRP: $346|Avg: N/A

106%

#364

Core M-5Y71

MSRP: $281|Avg: $281

105%

#365

Core i7-2620M

MSRP: $346|Avg: N/A

105%

#366

Celeron N3010

MSRP: $107|Avg: N/A

103%

#367

Core i7-3537U

MSRP: $346|Avg: N/A

102%

#368

Core M-5Y10c

MSRP: $281|Avg: $281

101%

#369

Core M-5Y10a

MSRP: $281|Avg: $281

101%

#370

Celeron 1047UE

MSRP: $100|Avg: $100

101%

#371

Core M-5Y70

MSRP: $281|Avg: $281

101%

#372

Core i7-4510U

MSRP: $393|Avg: N/A

100%

#373

Core i3-4030U

MSRP: $281|Avg: N/A

100%

#374

Core i7-2637M

MSRP: $289|Avg: N/A

98%

#375

Core 2 Duo SL9600

MSRP: $316|Avg: N/A

97%

#376

Core 2 Duo T5600

MSRP: $241|Avg: N/A

97%

#377

Pentium N3510

MSRP: $161|Avg: $161

97%

#378

Core i7-4500U

MSRP: $398|Avg: N/A

94%

#379

Core i3-2370M

MSRP: $225|Avg: N/A

91%

#380

Core m7-6Y75

MSRP: $393|Avg: $393

90%

#381

Pentium U5400

MSRP: $289|Avg: $214

90%

#382

Core Solo T1350

MSRP: $200|Avg: $70

87%

#383

Atom N475

MSRP: $75|Avg: N/A

81%

#384

Core i3-2312M

MSRP: $225|Avg: N/A

79%

#385

Celeron 925

MSRP: $100|Avg: $100

79%

#386

Core 2 Duo SU7300

MSRP: $289|Avg: N/A

78%

#387

Core Duo T2400

MSRP: $294|Avg: N/A

76%

#388

Pentium M 735

MSRP: $294|Avg: N/A

74%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Core i3-4030U across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Core i3-4030U specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Core i3-4030U is a 2-core / 4-thread processor based on the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture, manufactured on a 22 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 1.9 GHz from a base frequency of 1.9 GHz— higher boost clocks directly translate to better single-threaded performance and responsiveness in gaming. It carries 3 MB of L3 cache, plus 512 kB of L2 cache and 128 kB of L1 cache per core. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 1,876, placing it in the Entry Level performance tier as a Legacy generation product.

Specification	Core i3-4030U
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units	2C / 4T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost	1.9 GHz
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency	1.9 GHz
ArchitectureCPU microarchitecture design	Haswell (2013−2015)
Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient	22 nm
L3 CacheShared cache — reduces memory latency for all cores	3 MB
L2 CachePer-core fast cache for frequently accessed data	512 kB
L1 CacheUltra-fast per-core cache	128 kB
Bus SpeedData bus frequency	5 GT/s
Max TemperatureMaximum safe operating temperature (Tjmax)	100 °C
64-bit Support	Yes
Windows 11 Compatible	No
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score	1,876

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Memory & Platform

The Core i3-4030U fits into the FCBGA1168 socket and supports PCIe 3.0. It supports DDR3 memory.

Specification	Core i3-4030U
TypeDesktop or Laptop processor	Laptop
SeriesProduct family	Intel Core i3
SocketMotherboard socket required	FCBGA1168
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 i3-4030U has a rated TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 15 Watt — this indicates the amount of heat generated under sustained load and determines what cooling solution is needed.

Specification	Core i3-4030U
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload	15 Watt
Max TemperatureMaximum safe junction temperature (Tjmax)	100 °C

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Value Analysis

At an average price of $281, the Core i3-4030U delivers 7 PassMark points per dollar. Performance ranking position: #2640 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Core i3-4030U
MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price	$281
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$281
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#2640
Release DateLaunch date	14 April 2014 (11 years ago)
Release Year	2014
DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD)	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	Laptop
Series	Intel Core i3
Designer	Intel
Launch Price	$281
Release Date	14 April 2014 (11 years ago)
Architecture Codename	Haswell (2013−2015)
Performance Ranking Position	2640

Technical Specifications

12 specs

Cores	2
Threads	4
L1 Cache	128 kB
L2 Cache	512 kB
L3 Cache	3 MB
Bus Speed	5 GT/s
Max Frequency	1.9 GHz
64-Bit Support	+
Base Frequency	1.9 GHz
Process Technology	22 nm
Max Core Temperature	100 °C
Windows 11 Compatible	-