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  • Avg. price: ~£180
  • PassMark benchmark result: 4804
  • N. of physical cores: 2
  • CPU boost clock speed: 3.4 GHz

Intel Core i3 1005g1 review. Compare 78 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among processors and if it is worth buying.

4.0

Overall score

What it is: An overall evaluation of the processor's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.

When it matters: When you need a quick reference to identify the best processors on the market.

Score components:

90.0%

4.0

Technical Score

10.0%

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User score

Poor
4.0

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the processor's technical performance, covering key areas such as processing performance, core configuration, efficiency, platform support, integrated features, and thermal behavior.

When it matters: When you want to compare processors based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

60.0%

2.6

Performance

18.0%

5.4

Cache & Architecture

10.0%

5.3

Memory & PCIe

7.0%

7.4

Power & Thermal

4.0%

7.1

Platform

1.0%

6.9

Integrated Graphics

Poor
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User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the processor.

When it matters: When you want to know how a processor performs in real workloads and how reliable it is for gaming, productivity, and efficiency according to user feedback.

Score components:

70.0%

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User reviews

30.0%

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Popularity

  • 2.8
    Gaming

    Score components:

    30.0%

    3.3

    PassMark single-core benchmark score

    25.0%

    3.7

    Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score

    20.0%

    2.8

    CPU boost clock speed

    17.0%

    1.6

    L3 cache

    8.0%

    1.0

    N. of physical cores

  • 1.5
    Video editing

    Score components:

    45.0%

    1.7

    Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score

    20.0%

    1.0

    N. of physical cores

    20.0%

    1.6

    CPU threads

    15.0%

    1.6

    L3 cache

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Verdict

The Intel Core i3-1005G1 is a 10th Gen 'Ice Lake' dual-core laptop processor built on a 10nm process, featuring 2 cores, 4 threads, and a 4MB Intel Smart Cache. It operates at a base frequency of 1.20 GHz with a Max Turbo frequency of 3.40 GHz and includes integrated Intel UHD Graphics G1 with 32 execution units. Main pros include its high energy efficiency with a 15W TDP, support for fast LPDDR4-3733 memory, and improved IPC (instructions per cycle) over previous generations, making it a reliable choice for everyday office tasks and web browsing. However, its main cons are its limited multi-threaded performance due to having only two physical cores and its relatively weak integrated graphics, which make it unsuitable for modern AAA gaming or demanding video editing.

Technical Specifications of processor Intel Core i3 1005g1

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the processor's technical performance, covering key areas such as processing performance, core configuration, efficiency, platform support, integrated features, and thermal behavior.

When it matters: When you want to compare processors based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

60.0%

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Performance

18.0%

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Cache & Architecture

10.0%

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Memory & PCIe

7.0%

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Power & Thermal

4.0%

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Platform

1.0%

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Integrated Graphics

4.0
Intel Core i3 1005g1 has a technical score of 3.96 points, which is lower than that of 82.9% of products in this category.
User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the processor.

When it matters: When you want to know how a processor performs in real workloads and how reliable it is for gaming, productivity, and efficiency according to user feedback.

Score components:

70.0%

0.0

User reviews

30.0%

1.0

Popularity

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Popularity
What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the processor.
When it matters: When you prefer to choose a processor reviewed and selected by many other buyers.
1.0
Intel Core i3 1005g1 has a popularity of 1 points, which is higher than 0% of products in this category.
Ratio quality/price

What it is: An indicator that combines the processor's overall rating with its cost.

When it matters: When you are looking for a processor with a good balance between performance, efficiency, and price.

Score components:

60.0%

4.0

Overall score

40.0%

9.6

Price

5.6
Intel Core i3 1005g1 has a quality-to-price ratio of 5.6 points, which is lower than 82.6% of products in this category.
Brand name
What it is: The manufacturer or brand of the product.
When it matters: When you prefer a specific ecosystem, support network, or design philosophy.

Importance: MEDIUM

Intel
Processor type
What it is: The kind of system the processor is built for, such as desktop PCs, laptops, workstations, or servers.
When it matters: When you want a processor meant for the kind of machine you are actually building or buying, rather than a chip aimed at a different class of system.

Importance: HIGH

mobile
Intel Core i3 1005g1 belongs to the mobile processor class, which is more advanced than that of 7.3% of processors and equal to that of 48.6% of processors.
CPU socket
What it is: The physical socket the processor fits into on the motherboard.
When it matters: When you need to make sure the CPU can actually be installed on a specific motherboard.

Importance: HIGH

FCBGA1526
Intel Core i3 1005g1 uses the FCBGA1526 CPU socket, which is older than that of 78.5% of processors and equal to that of 0.4% of processors.
Chipset
What it is: The motherboard chipset families officially meant to work with the processor.
When it matters: When you are checking whether a CPU will work with the motherboard features and platform you plan to use.

Importance: HIGH

N/A
CPU architecture
What it is: The processor family or design generation behind the chip, such as Zen 4 or Raptor Lake.
When it matters: When you are comparing CPUs across generations and want a clearer sense of their design age, feature level, and expected performance class.

Importance: HIGH

x86-64
Intel Core i3 1005g1 uses the x86-64 architecture, which is more advanced than that of 1.7% of processors and equal to that of 98.3% of processors.
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N. of physical cores
What it is: The number of physical CPU cores on the processor.
When it matters: When you run workloads that benefit from more real cores.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: 8+

2
Intel Core i3 1005g1 has 2 CPU cores, which is fewer than 79.3% of processors and equal to 20.6% of processors.
CPU threads
What it is: The total number of processing threads the CPU can handle at once.
When it matters: When you run heavily threaded workloads or multitask a lot.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: 16+

4
Intel Core i3 1005g1 offers 4 CPU threads, which is fewer than 67.3% of processors and equal to 26.6% of processors.
Threads per core
What it is: The number of threads each physical core can handle at once.
When it matters: When you want to understand how much thread-level parallelism each core can provide in multitasking or heavily threaded work.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: 2

2
Intel Core i3 1005g1 offers 2 threads per core, which is more than 30.4% of processors and equal to 69.6% of processors.
CPU boost clock speed
What it is: The highest clock speed the processor can reach under boost conditions.
When it matters: When you care about peak speed in short bursts.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >4.7 GHz

3.4 GHz
Intel Core i3 1005g1 reaches a boost clock of 3.4 GHz which is lower than that of 83.7% of processors and equal to that of 2.9% of processors.
CPU base clock speed
What it is: The processor's normal all-core starting frequency before boost behavior raises clocks temporarily.
When it matters: When you care about steadier performance in longer workloads rather than short burst speed alone.

Importance: MEDIUM

2 x 1.2 GHz
Intel Core i3 1005g1 has a base clock of 2x1.2 GHz which is equal to that of 100% of processors.
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Semiconductor size
What it is: The manufacturing process node used to produce the processor, usually expressed in nanometers.
When it matters: When efficiency, heat, and the relative modernity of the chip-making process matter to your comparison.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: <10 nm

10 nm
Intel Core i3 1005g1 uses a 10 nm process node, which is more advanced than that of 52.3% of processors and equal to that of 19.1% of processors.
Foundry
What it is: The semiconductor manufacturer that physically fabricates the processor chip.
When it matters: When process source, manufacturing generation, or foundry differences matter to your comparison more than day-to-day performance alone.

Importance: MEDIUM

Intel 10 nm
Intel Core i3 1005g1 is built on the Intel 10 nm foundry process, which is more advanced than that of 52.3% of processors and equal to that of 1.7% of processors.
L3 cache
What it is: The total amount of L3 cache available on the processor.
When it matters: When you want better performance in cache-sensitive workloads and games.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=16 MB

4 MB
Intel Core i3 1005g1 has an L3 cache of 4 MB which is smaller than that of 70.2% of processors and equal to that of 14.6% of processors.
L2 cache
What it is: The total amount of L2 cache available across the processor.
When it matters: When you want to compare CPU design efficiency and how much fast intermediate cache the cores have available.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=6 MB

1 MB
Intel Core i3 1005g1 has an L2 cache of 1 MB which is smaller than that of 67.1% of processors and equal to that of 17.6% of processors.
L1 cache
What it is: The total amount of L1 cache built into the processor, which sits closest to the cores.
When it matters: When you are comparing low-level CPU design details rather than the broader performance picture buyers usually notice first.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=512 KB

160 KB
Intel Core i3 1005g1 has an L1 cache of 160 KB which is smaller than that of 81.4% of processors and equal to that of 1.7% of processors.
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DDR memory version
What it is: The RAM generation the processor is designed to support, such as DDR4 or DDR5.
When it matters: When you need the CPU to match the kind of memory platform you want to buy or reuse.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: DDR5

DDR4/LPDDR4
Intel Core i3 1005g1 supports DDR DDR4/LPDDR4, which is newer than that of 60.5% of processors and equal to that of 2.6% of processors.
Maximum memory speed
What it is: The highest official memory speed supported by the processor.
When it matters: When you choose RAM and want to know the supported speed ceiling.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >=4800 MHz

3,733 MHz
Intel Core i3 1005g1 supports memory speeds up to 3733 MHz, which is higher than that of 59.9% of processors and equal to 1.2% of processors.
Max memory speed (JEDEC)
What it is: The highest official RAM speed the processor supports under standard JEDEC settings, before any memory overclocking profiles are applied.
When it matters: When officially supported stock RAM speed matters more than XMP, EXPO, or manual memory tuning.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=5600 MHz

LPDDR4-3733 MHz
Intel Core i3 1005g1 supports JEDEC memory speeds up to LPDDR4-3733 MHz, which is higher than that of 60% of processors and equal to 0.9% of processors.
Max memory speed (XMP / EXPO)
What it is: The highest memory speed supported through XMP or EXPO profiles.
When it matters: When you want faster RAM through memory profiles.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=5200 MHz

N/A
Maximum memory capacity
What it is: The largest total amount of memory officially supported by the processor.
When it matters: When you plan a system with very large RAM capacity.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >=128 GB

64 GB
Intel Core i3 1005g1 supports up to 64 GB of memory, which is more than 28.4% of processors and equal to 27.6% of processors.
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Integrated graphics
What it is: Includes built-in graphics, so the system can output video without a separate graphics card.
When it matters: When you want the PC to work without a dedicated GPU, or you are building an office, media, compact, or troubleshooting-friendly system.

Importance: HIGH

yes
Intel Core i3 1005g1 includes integrated graphics. 87.6% of processors include integrated graphics.
Integrated GPU model
What it is: The model name of the integrated graphics processor, if present.
When it matters: When you plan to use the CPU's built-in graphics.

Importance: MEDIUM

Intel UHD Graphics G1
Intel Core i3 1005g1 uses the Intel UHD Graphics G1 integrated GPU, which is less advanced than that in 63.3% of processors and equal to that in 0.1% of processors.
Integrated GPU execution units
What it is: The number of execution units available in the integrated graphics part of the processor.
When it matters: When you plan to rely on built-in graphics and want a better sense of its light gaming, display, or media capability.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=24

32
Intel Core i3 1005g1 has 32 GPU execution units, which is more than 70.8% of processors and equal to 9.9% of processors.
Integrated GPU base frequency
What it is: The base operating frequency of the integrated GPU.
When it matters: When integrated graphics performance matters to you.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=350 MHz

300 MHz
Intel Core i3 1005g1 has an integrated GPU clock of 300 MHz which is lower than that of 57% of processors and equal to that of 38.7% of processors.
Integrated media encoders/decoders
What it is: The hardware media formats the processor can encode or decode directly.
When it matters: When you stream, edit video, or rely on hardware media acceleration.

Importance: LOW

H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode/encode)
Intel Core i3 1005g1 supports H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode/encode) media codecs, which is broader support than 65.8% of processors and equal to 2% of processors.
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TDP (Thermal design power)
What it is: The rated thermal design power, which gives a general idea of cooling and power needs.
When it matters: When you choose a cooler or build in a tighter case.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: <30 W

15 W
Intel Core i3 1005g1 has a TDP of 15 W which is lower than that of 77.7% of processors and equal to that of 16.1% of processors.
Base power (PL1)
What it is: The sustained power target used for longer CPU loads.
When it matters: When you choose cooling and power delivery for sustained workloads.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <30 W

15 W
Intel Core i3 1005g1 has a base power of 15 W which is lower than that of 77.2% of processors and equal to that of 16.2% of processors.
Boost power (PL2)
What it is: The short-term boost power limit the processor may draw under heavier turbo loads.
When it matters: When you size cooling and power delivery for peak turbo behavior.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <50 W

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Tau (power duration limit)
What it is: The time limit the CPU can stay at higher boost power before dropping toward sustained power.
When it matters: When you want to understand turbo behavior under longer loads.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <=28 s

28 seconds
Intel Core i3 1005g1 has a turbo duration of 28 seconds which is longer than that of 3.8% of processors and equal to that of 85% of processors.
Configurable TDP
What it is: Allows the processor to run in alternate power modes instead of being fixed to one default TDP target.
When it matters: When you want more control over heat, noise, and power draw in compact systems, quieter builds, or thermally limited machines.

Importance: LOW

yes
Intel Core i3 1005g1 supports configurable TDP. 52.9% of processors support configurable TDP.
cTDP: 13-15 W
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Intel Core i3 1005g1 vs the average processor

  • 66.7% lower base power
    Intel Core i3 1005g1 has a lower base power draw than the average processor (15 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a base power draw of 45 W.
    What it is: The sustained power target used for longer CPU loads.
    When it matters: When you choose cooling and power delivery for sustained workloads.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: <30 W

    Intel Core i3 1005g1 has a lower base power draw than the average processor (15 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a base power draw of 45 W.15 W vs 45 W
  • 30.9% smaller die size
    Intel Core i3 1005g1 has a lower die size than the average processor (123 mm² vs 178 mm²). The average processor has a die size of 178 mm².
    What it is: The physical area of the processor die, usually measured in square millimeters.
    When it matters: When you are comparing chip scale, packaging density, or broader design differences rather than direct user-visible performance.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: <150 mm²

    Intel Core i3 1005g1 has a lower die size than the average processor (123 mm² vs 178 mm²). The average processor has a die size of 178 mm².123 mm² vs 178 mm²
  • 66.7% lower TDP
    Intel Core i3 1005g1 has a lower TDP than the average processor (15 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a TDP of 45 W.
    What it is: The rated thermal design power, which gives a general idea of cooling and power needs.
    When it matters: When you choose a cooler or build in a tighter case.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: <30 W

    Intel Core i3 1005g1 has a lower TDP than the average processor (15 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a TDP of 45 W.15 W vs 45 W
  • Newer DDR support
    Intel Core i3 1005g1 supports a newer DDR generation than the average processor (DDR4/LPDDR4 vs DDR4).
    What it is: The RAM generation the processor is designed to support, such as DDR4 or DDR5.
    When it matters: When you need the CPU to match the kind of memory platform you want to buy or reuse.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: DDR5

    Intel Core i3 1005g1 supports a newer DDR generation than the average processor (DDR4/LPDDR4 vs DDR4).DDR4/LPDDR4 vs DDR4
  • More advanced microarchitecture
    Intel Core i3 1005g1 uses a more advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Ice Lake vs Kaby Lake).
    What it is: The internal core-design codename used for this processor generation.
    When it matters: When you are comparing CPUs at a deeper design level and want to identify the exact architecture behind marketing names.

    Importance: LOW

    Intel Core i3 1005g1 uses a more advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Ice Lake vs Kaby Lake).Ice Lake vs Kaby Lake
  • More advanced foundry
    Intel Core i3 1005g1 uses a more advanced foundry process than the average processor (Intel 10 nm vs Intel 14 nm).
    What it is: The semiconductor manufacturer that physically fabricates the processor chip.
    When it matters: When process source, manufacturing generation, or foundry differences matter to your comparison more than day-to-day performance alone.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Intel Core i3 1005g1 uses a more advanced foundry process than the average processor (Intel 10 nm vs Intel 14 nm).Intel 10 nm vs Intel 14 nm
  • 27.3% higher memory bandwidth
    Intel Core i3 1005g1 has a higher memory bandwidth than the average processor (58.3 GB/s vs 45.8 GB/s). The average processor offers memory bandwidth of 45.8 GB/s.
    What it is: The maximum theoretical memory bandwidth the processor can support.
    When it matters: When memory-heavy workloads matter to you.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >75 GB/s

    Intel Core i3 1005g1 has a higher memory bandwidth than the average processor (58.3 GB/s vs 45.8 GB/s). The average processor offers memory bandwidth of 45.8 GB/s.58.3 GB/s vs 45.8 GB/s
  • 16.7% more L3 per core
    Intel Core i3 1005g1 has more L3 cache per core than the average processor (2 MB/core vs 1.714 MB/core). The average processor provides 1.714 MB/core of L3 cache per core.
    What it is: The amount of L3 cache effectively available per CPU core.
    When it matters: When you are comparing how much shared cache each core can draw on in deeper technical analysis.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=2 MB/core

    Intel Core i3 1005g1 has more L3 cache per core than the average processor (2 MB/core vs 1.714 MB/core). The average processor provides 1.714 MB/core of L3 cache per core.2 MB/core vs 1.714 MB/core
  • 1 wider front-end design
    Intel Core i3 1005g1 has a higher front-end width than the average processor (5 vs 4). The average processor uses front-end width of 4.
  • 30.9% smaller die size
    Intel Core i3 1005g1 has a lower die size than the average processor (123 mm² vs 178 mm²). The average processor has a die size of 178 mm².
  • More advanced microarchitecture
    Intel Core i3 1005g1 uses a more advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Ice Lake vs Kaby Lake).
  • More advanced foundry
    Intel Core i3 1005g1 uses a more advanced foundry process than the average processor (Intel 10 nm vs Intel 14 nm).
  • 16.7% more L3 per core
    Intel Core i3 1005g1 has more L3 cache per core than the average processor (2 MB/core vs 1.714 MB/core). The average processor provides 1.714 MB/core of L3 cache per core.
  • 16.7% smaller process node
    Intel Core i3 1005g1 has a lower process node than the average processor (10 nm vs 12 nm). The average processor uses a process node of 12 nm.
  • Newer DDR support
    Intel Core i3 1005g1 supports a newer DDR generation than the average processor (DDR4/LPDDR4 vs DDR4).
  • 27.3% higher memory bandwidth
    Intel Core i3 1005g1 has a higher memory bandwidth than the average processor (58.3 GB/s vs 45.8 GB/s). The average processor offers memory bandwidth of 45.8 GB/s.
  • 27.3% higher memory speed
    Intel Core i3 1005g1 has a higher maximum memory speed than the average processor (3,733 MHz vs 2,933 MHz). The average processor supports memory speed of 2,933 MHz.
  • 66.7% lower base power
    Intel Core i3 1005g1 has a lower base power draw than the average processor (15 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a base power draw of 45 W.
  • 66.7% lower TDP
    Intel Core i3 1005g1 has a lower TDP than the average processor (15 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a TDP of 45 W.

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Performance
Cache & Architecture
Memory & PCIe
Power & Thermal
  • Older CPU socket
    Intel Core i3 1005g1 uses an older CPU socket than the average processor (FCBGA1,526 vs FP2).
  • 4 fewer CPU cores
    Intel Core i3 1005g1 has fewer CPU cores than the average processor (2 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.
  • 65.9% weaker multi-core performance
    Intel Core i3 1005g1 has a lower multi-core performance than the average processor (949 vs 2,783). The average processor scores 2,783 in Cinebench R20 multi-core.
  • 20.9% lower boost clock
    Intel Core i3 1005g1 has a lower boost clock speed than the average processor (3.4 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.
  • 54.4% lower PassMark score
    Intel Core i3 1005g1 has a lower PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (4,804 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.
  • 16.9% lower Cinebench R20 single-core score
    Intel Core i3 1005g1 has a lower Cinebench R20 single-core score than the average processor (402 vs 484). The average processor scores 484 in Cinebench R20 single-core.
  • 50.2% lower multi-core score
    Intel Core i3 1005g1 has a lower Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (2,389 vs 4,793). The average processor scores 4,793 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.
  • 4 fewer CPU threads
    Intel Core i3 1005g1 has fewer CPU threads than the average processor (4 vs 8). The average processor has 8 CPU threads.
  • 13.8% weaker single-core performance
    Intel Core i3 1005g1 has a lower PassMark single-core score than the average processor (2,141 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.
  • 50% lower bus transfer rate
    Intel Core i3 1005g1 has a lower bus transfer rate than the average processor (4 GT/s vs 8 GT/s). The average processor offers bus transfer rate of 8 GT/s.
  • 9.4% lower single-core score
    Intel Core i3 1005g1 has a lower Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (1,333 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.
  • 50% lower bus speed
    Intel Core i3 1005g1 has a lower bus speed than the average processor (4 GT/s vs 8 GT/s). The average processor runs at bus speed of 8 GT/s.
  • 16 lower clock multiplier
    Intel Core i3 1005g1 has a lower clock multiplier than the average processor (12 vs 28). The average processor has a clock multiplier of 28.
  • 60% smaller L2 cache
    Intel Core i3 1005g1 has a lower L2 cache than the average processor (1 MB vs 2.5 MB). The average processor has L2 cache of 2.5 MB.
  • 58.3% smaller L1 cache
    Intel Core i3 1005g1 has a lower L1 cache than the average processor (160 KB vs 384 KB). The average processor has L1 cache of 384 KB.
  • 50% smaller L3 cache
    Intel Core i3 1005g1 has a lower L3 cache than the average processor (4 MB vs 8 MB). The average processor has L3 cache of 8 MB.
  • Narrower media codec support
    Intel Core i3 1005g1 supports fewer media codecs than the average processor (H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode/encode) vs H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode/encode), AV1 (HW decode)).
  • 4 fewer CPU cores
    Intel Core i3 1005g1 has fewer CPU cores than the average processor (2 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.
    What it is: The number of physical CPU cores on the processor.
    When it matters: When you run workloads that benefit from more real cores.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: 8+

    Intel Core i3 1005g1 has fewer CPU cores than the average processor (2 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.2 vs 6
  • 65.9% weaker multi-core performance
    Intel Core i3 1005g1 has a lower multi-core performance than the average processor (949 vs 2,783). The average processor scores 2,783 in Cinebench R20 multi-core.
    What it is: A Cinebench R20 score that reflects how well the processor handles long, heavy rendering workloads across many cores.
    When it matters: When you care about sustained multi-core performance in rendering, compiling, heavy creation work, or productivity workloads that use many threads.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >4700

    Intel Core i3 1005g1 has a lower multi-core performance than the average processor (949 vs 2,783). The average processor scores 2,783 in Cinebench R20 multi-core.949 vs 2,783
  • 20.9% lower boost clock
    Intel Core i3 1005g1 has a lower boost clock speed than the average processor (3.4 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.
    What it is: The highest clock speed the processor can reach under boost conditions.
    When it matters: When you care about peak speed in short bursts.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >4.7 GHz

    Intel Core i3 1005g1 has a lower boost clock speed than the average processor (3.4 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.3.4 GHz vs 4.3 GHz
  • 54.4% lower PassMark score
    Intel Core i3 1005g1 has a lower PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (4,804 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.
    What it is: A benchmark score that gives a broad idea of overall processor performance.
    When it matters: When you want a quick overall performance comparison.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >19000

    Intel Core i3 1005g1 has a lower PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (4,804 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.4,804 vs 10,532.5
  • 16.9% lower Cinebench R20 single-core score
    Intel Core i3 1005g1 has a lower Cinebench R20 single-core score than the average processor (402 vs 484). The average processor scores 484 in Cinebench R20 single-core.
    What it is: A Cinebench R20 benchmark score that reflects single-core CPU performance.
    When it matters: When you care about lighter workloads, interface responsiveness, or software that still depends heavily on one fast core.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >600

    Intel Core i3 1005g1 has a lower Cinebench R20 single-core score than the average processor (402 vs 484). The average processor scores 484 in Cinebench R20 single-core.402 vs 484
  • 50.2% lower multi-core score
    Intel Core i3 1005g1 has a lower Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (2,389 vs 4,793). The average processor scores 4,793 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.
    What it is: A Geekbench 6 score that reflects multi-core CPU performance in mixed modern workloads.
    When it matters: When you want a quick picture of multi-core speed in everyday mixed workloads, multitasking, and broadly optimized software.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >8500

    Intel Core i3 1005g1 has a lower Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (2,389 vs 4,793). The average processor scores 4,793 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.2,389 vs 4,793
  • 4 fewer CPU threads
    Intel Core i3 1005g1 has fewer CPU threads than the average processor (4 vs 8). The average processor has 8 CPU threads.
    What it is: The total number of processing threads the CPU can handle at once.
    When it matters: When you run heavily threaded workloads or multitask a lot.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: 16+

    Intel Core i3 1005g1 has fewer CPU threads than the average processor (4 vs 8). The average processor has 8 CPU threads.4 vs 8
  • 13.8% weaker single-core performance
    Intel Core i3 1005g1 has a lower PassMark single-core score than the average processor (2,141 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.
    What it is: A benchmark score that reflects single-core CPU performance.
    When it matters: When you care about responsiveness in lighter or older software.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >3200

    Intel Core i3 1005g1 has a lower PassMark single-core score than the average processor (2,141 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.2,141 vs 2,483
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What customers like about Intel Core i3 1005g1?

  • Efficient for everyday casual tasks like web browsing, video streaming, and document editing
  • Features Intel UHD Graphics G1 which performs better in light games (e.g., DOTA 2, CS:GO) compared to older UHD 620 graphics
  • Low power consumption (15W TDP) makes it suitable for thin and light budget laptops
  • Supports high-speed memory frequencies (DDR4-3200 and LPDDR4-3733)
  • Provides solid value for money in very affordable, entry-level machines

What customers dislike about Intel Core i3 1005g1?

  • Limited to 2 cores and 4 threads, leading to mediocre multitasking performance
  • Struggles with modern AAA gaming or CPU-intensive tasks like video editing
  • Comparatively low base clock speed (1.2 GHz) can feel sluggish under heavier loads
  • Often considered 'too expensive' for its performance tier compared to mid-range i5 or Ryzen alternatives
  • Not competitive with newer generations (like 11th Gen Tiger Lake) which offer significant GPU and CPU improvements

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openbenchmarking.org
Since Q1 2021
Intel Core i3-1005G1 - OpenBenchmarking.org

The Intel Core i3-1005G1 is a 10th-generation "Ice Lake" 10nm mobile processor designed for budget-friendly, thin-and-light laptops, featuring 2 cores, 4 threads, a 1.2GHz base frequency, and 3.4GHz boost. It offers efficient power usage (15W TDP) and adequate performance for daily tasks like web browsing and office applications, though it is limited by its dual-core design in heavy...Read more

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Intel Core i3-1005G1 Benchmarks - Geekbench Browser

The Intel Core i3-1005G1 is a 10th Gen "Ice Lake" dual-core, 4-thread processor designed for budget, thin-and-light laptops, operating at a 1.2 GHz base frequency with a 3.4 GHz boost. Built on a 10nm process, this chip excels at everyday tasks like web browsing and office applications while offering support for modern Wi-Fi 6, Thunderbolt 3, and faster memory...Read more

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cpubenchmark.net
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Intel Core i3-1005G1 @ 1.20GHz - CPU Benchmarks

The Intel Core i3-1005G1 is a 10th Gen "Ice Lake" dual-core laptop processor designed for entry-level, everyday computing, featuring a 10nm process with a 1.20 GHz base and 3.40 GHz boost frequency. A primary pro includes support for fast LPDDR4-3733 memory and efficient Intel UHD Graphics G1 for improved 4K video playback. While it offers roughly 43% better multi-threaded...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
04/02/2020
Intel Core i3-1005G1 vs Pentium Silver N5000 - LaptopMedia

The LaptopMedia review finds the Intel Pentium Silver N5000 a "smarter" choice for budget-conscious, casual users, despite being 35% slower than the Core i3-1005G1. While the i3 offers superior performance in 3D rendering and Photoshop, its $120 price premium makes it hard to recommend over the N5000, which handles daily tasks and streaming efficiently. The Core i3-1005G1 features...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
30/03/2026
Intel Core i3-1005G1 - LaptopMedia

The Intel Core i3-1005G1 is a 10nm, 2-core/4-thread Ice Lake processor designed for budget-friendly, thin laptops, featuring a 15W TDP, 1.20 GHz base frequency, and 3.40 GHz boost. A key advantage is its support for faster DDR4-3200 and LPDDR4-3733 memory, providing better performance than older competitors. Additionally, the integrated Intel UHD Graphics G1 offers a significant...Read more

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cpu.userbenchmark.com
30/03/2026
Intel Core i3-1005G1 - CPU UserBenchmarks

The Intel Core i3-1005G1 is a 10th-generation "Ice Lake" 10nm processor designed for entry-level, budget-conscious laptops, featuring 2 cores and 4 threads with a base frequency of 1.2 GHz. It provides a snappy experience for everyday tasks like web browsing and office applications, offering high power efficiency with a 15W TDP, alongside built-in support for Wi-Fi 6 and Thunderbolt...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
19/11/2019
Intel Core i3-1005G1 vs Core i5-8265U - a matter of choice

The Intel Core i5-8265U outperforms the Core i3-1005G1 by roughly 77% in processing tasks, driven by its quad-core, eight-thread configuration compared to the i3’s dual-core setup. While the i5 offers superior raw speed for multitasking, the i3-1005G1 features a more modern architecture, supports faster LPDDR4-3733 memory, and boasts superior Intel UHD G1 integrated graphics for...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
07/12/2020
The i5 wins in our CPU benchmarks, but loses in the GPU tests

LaptopMedia's comparison of the 14nm Comet Lake Core i5-10210U and the 10nm Ice Lake Core i3-1005G1 highlights a trade-off between CPU power and integrated graphics performance. The i5-10210U, with 4 cores and 8 threads, dominates in productivity, offering significantly higher multi-tasking performance and faster rendering, though it features weaker integrated graphics and older...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
17/07/2020
Intel Core i3-1005G1 Laptop Comparisons

The Intel Core i3-1005G1 is a 10nm dual-core Ice Lake processor designed for entry-level laptops, featuring 2 cores, 4 threads, and support for fast memory, including DDR4-3200 and LPDDR4-3733. Pros include significantly improved integrated graphics (UHD G1) over previous generations and sufficient single-core performance for everyday tasks, though a key con is its poor performance...Read more

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notebooks-und-mobiles.de
15/07/2020
Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14IIL05 (i3-1005G1) Review

The Lenovo IdeaPad 3 14IIL05 is a budget-friendly 14-inch laptop suited for daily office tasks, powered by an Intel Core i3-1005G1, 8 GB of RAM, and a 256 GB SSD. It features a Full HD IPS display and allows users to switch from Windows 10 in S mode to Windows 10 Home for free. Pros include quiet, cool operation and a physical webcam privacy shutter, alongside a usable, non-backlit...Read more

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notebooks-und-mobiles.de
05/08/2020
Ice Lake - Intel Core i3-1005G1 Review

The Intel Core i3-1005G1 is a 10nm Ice Lake, dual-core/four-thread mobile processor (1.2–3.4 GHz) designed for thin, efficient entry-level laptops. It provides solid single-core performance and supports modern standards like Wi-Fi 6, with Intel UHD Graphics G1 offering improved, though limited, performance over older integrated solutions. Pros include efficient 15W power consumption...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
04/02/2020
Intel Core i3-1005G1 vs Pentium Silver N5000 – this Pentium processor is 35% slower but is still the smarter choice here

a little longer LaptopMedia compares the Core i3-1005G1 and Pentium Silver N5000, finding that while the 10nm i3 offers superior performance (3.4 GHz boost, UHD G1 graphics) for 3D rendering and Photoshop, it costs roughly 75% more. The Pentium N5000 is 35% slower and features weaker UHD 605 graphics, but its 6W TDP enables cool operation and excellent power efficiency for daily...Read more

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lesnumeriques.com
11/09/2020
Fnac Deal: Microsoft Surface Pro 7 and many latest-generation ultraportables at 15% off

The Microsoft Surface Pro 7 is praised as an "impeccable" 2-in-1 hybrid featuring 10th Gen Intel Core processors, a high-quality 12.3-inch PixelSense display with accurate color calibration (Delta E 1.9), and a versatile magnesium chassis with a 160° kickstand. Key improvements include the addition of a USB-C port, with i3/i5 models offering completely silent, fanless operation...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
20/02/2020
Intel Core i3-10110U vs i3-1005G1 – both are overpriced and real-world performance isn't that great

LaptopMedia compares the 14nm Core i3-10110U and 10nm Core i3-1005G1, noting both are dual-core, 15W chips deemed too expensive for their performance level. While the i3-10110U offers higher clock speeds, the i3-1005G1 provides superior integrated graphics (79% faster) and faster memory support, leading to better overall value. Ultimately, the review recommends avoiding these for...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
04/05/2019
Detailed Review: HP 250 G7 with Intel Core i3-1005G1

The HP 250 G7 is identified as a highly budget-friendly notebook offering strong performance for its price, featuring 8th Gen Intel Core processors, an M.2 PCIe NVMe slot, a comfortable keyboard, and over 7 hours of web browsing. However, the device suffers from a flimsy, all-plastic chassis prone to flexing and scratching, along with a "clumsy" touchpad. Furthermore, the 15.6-inch...Read more

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ceotech.it
29/10/2020
MINISFORUM DeskMini X35G Review: Intel Core i3-1005G1

The Minisforum DeskMini X35G, as reviewed by CeoTech, is a compact, metal-finished mini PC featuring a 10th-gen Intel Core i3-1005G1 processor suitable for daily productivity and 4K media. Key specifications include 16GB of soldered RAM, WiFi 6, and a Thunderbolt 3 port, offering robust connectivity for its size. The device provides excellent storage flexibility with support for...Read more

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notebookcheck.nl
11/09/2019
Dell XPS 13 7390 2-in-1 Core i3 Laptop: Quick Review

The Notebookcheck review of the Dell XPS 13 7390 2-in-1 (i3 model) highlights a premium, highly portable convertible featuring a bright 13.4-inch 16:10 display and a robust machined aluminium chassis. Key design improvements include the webcam's move to the top bezel and efficient cooling, though the 4GB soldered RAM severely limits performance for multitasking. Pros include the...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
30/06/2026
Intel Core i3-1005G1 - specifications, benchmarks, prices and comparisons

The Intel Core i3-1005G1 is a 10nm dual-core Ice Lake processor designed for affordable, portable laptops, offering 2 cores and 4 threads with a base clock of 1.20 GHz, boosted by efficient integrated Intel UHD Graphics G1. While it handles daily tasks and light gaming, its dual-core configuration is increasingly considered outdated for heavy, professional, or high-bitrate video...Read more

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