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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£260
  • Avg. price in US: ~$280
  • PassMark benchmark result: 3824
  • N. of physical cores: 2
  • CPU boost clock speed: 4.1 GHz

Intel Core i3 10110U review. Compare 78 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among processors and if it is worth buying.

4.3

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%

4.3

Technical Score

10.0%

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User score

Poor
4.3

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%

3.7

Performance

18.0%

3.8

Cache & Architecture

10.0%

4.8

Memory & PCIe

7.0%

7.6

Power & Thermal

4.0%

7.7

Platform

1.0%

6.3

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

  • 3.2
    Gaming

    Score components:

    30.0%

    3.3

    PassMark single-core benchmark score

    25.0%

    3.4

    Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score

    20.0%

    4.9

    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 i3-10110U is a 10th-generation 'Comet Lake' mobile processor featuring 2 cores and 4 threads, with a base frequency of 2.10 GHz and a max turbo boost of 4.10 GHz. Built on a 14nm process with a 15W TDP, it includes 4MB of Smart Cache and integrated Intel UHD Graphics capable of 4K support at 60Hz. Its main advantages include high single-core turbo speeds for responsive daily tasks, excellent power efficiency for prolonged battery life in ultrabooks, and support for up to 64GB of DDR4-2666 memory. However, its primary drawbacks are limited multi-core performance due to having only two physical cores, a dated 14nm architecture compared to newer competitors, and integrated graphics that are insufficient for modern, demanding gaming or heavy video editing.

Technical Specifications of processor Intel Core i3 10110U

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

4.3
Intel Core i3 10110U has a technical score of 4.29 points, which is lower than that of 71.9% 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 10110U 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%

4.3

Overall score

40.0%

9.2

Price

5.7
Intel Core i3 10110U has a quality-to-price ratio of 5.7 points, which is lower than 78% 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 10110U 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

FCBGA1528
Intel Core i3 10110U uses the FCBGA1528 CPU socket, which is older than that of 76.7% of processors and equal to that of 1.7% 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 10110U 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 10110U 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 10110U 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 10110U 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

4.1 GHz
Intel Core i3 10110U reaches a boost clock of 4.1 GHz which is lower than that of 56.2% 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 2.1 GHz
Intel Core i3 10110U has a base clock of 2x2.1 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

14 nm
Intel Core i3 10110U uses a 14 nm process node, which is older than that of 50.8% of processors and equal to that of 33.7% 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 14 nm
Intel Core i3 10110U is built on the Intel 14 nm foundry process, which is less advanced than that of 55.2% of processors and equal to that of 29.3% 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 10110U 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

0.5 MB
Intel Core i3 10110U has an L2 cache of 0.5 MB which is smaller than that of 84.8% of processors and equal to that of 15.2% 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

128 KB
Intel Core i3 10110U has an L1 cache of 128 KB which is smaller than that of 83.1% of processors and equal to that of 14.9% 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/LPDDR3/LPDDR4
Intel Core i3 10110U supports DDR DDR4/LPDDR3/LPDDR4, which is newer than that of 60.2% of processors and equal to that of 0.2% 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

2,933 MHz
Intel Core i3 10110U supports memory speeds up to 2933 MHz, which is higher than that of 46.3% of processors and equal to 5.1% 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

LPDDR4-2933 MHz
Intel Core i3 10110U supports JEDEC memory speeds up to LPDDR4-2933 MHz, which is lower than that of 53.3% of processors and equal to 0.5% 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 10110U 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 10110U 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 620
Intel Core i3 10110U uses the Intel UHD Graphics 620 integrated GPU, which is less advanced than that in 55.8% of processors and equal to that in 1.2% 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

23
Intel Core i3 10110U has 23 GPU execution units, which is fewer than 50.9% of processors and equal to 0.6% 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 10110U 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

VP9 (HW decode)
Intel Core i3 10110U supports VP9 (HW decode) media codecs, which is narrower support than 76.2% of processors and equal to 3.6% 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 10110U 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 10110U 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

25 W
Intel Core i3 10110U has a boost power of 25 W which is lower than that of 83.1% of processors and equal to that of 9.2% of processors.
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 10110U 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 10110U supports configurable TDP. 52.9% of processors support configurable TDP.
cTDP: 25 W
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Intel Core i3 10110U vs the average processor

  • 4.91x faster Blender rendering
    Intel Core i3 10110U has a lower Blender BMW27 render time than the average processor (1,630.7 vs 331.88). The average processor needs 331.88 for the Blender BMW27 test.
    What it is: A Blender render result based on the BMW27 scene, used to show how quickly the processor can finish a heavy 3D rendering task.
    When it matters: When rendering speed matters for 3D work, content creation, or other workloads that behave like long multi-core renders.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >290

    Intel Core i3 10110U has a lower Blender BMW27 render time than the average processor (1,630.7 vs 331.88). The average processor needs 331.88 for the Blender BMW27 test.1,630.69 vs 331.88
  • 66.7% lower base power
    Intel Core i3 10110U 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 10110U 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
  • 60.9% lower boost power
    Intel Core i3 10110U has a lower boost power draw than the average processor (25 W vs 64 W). The average processor has a boost power draw of 64 W.
    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

    Intel Core i3 10110U has a lower boost power draw than the average processor (25 W vs 64 W). The average processor has a boost power draw of 64 W.25 W vs 64 W
  • 66.7% lower TDP
    Intel Core i3 10110U 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 10110U 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
  • Includes crypto acceleration
    Intel Core i3 10110U includes crypto acceleration, the average processor does not.
    What it is: Built-in hardware support for accelerating encryption and cryptographic tasks.
    When it matters: When encryption speed or secure workloads matter to you.

    Importance: LOW

    Intel Core i3 10110U includes crypto acceleration, the average processor does not.AES, SHA, RSA/PKA vs AES, SHA
  • Newer DDR support
    Intel Core i3 10110U supports a newer DDR generation than the average processor (DDR4/LPDDR3/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 10110U supports a newer DDR generation than the average processor (DDR4/LPDDR3/LPDDR4 vs DDR4).DDR4/LPDDR3/LPDDR4 vs DDR4
  • 16.7% more L3 per core
    Intel Core i3 10110U 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 10110U 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
  • Includes crypto acceleration
    Intel Core i3 10110U includes crypto acceleration, the average processor does not.
  • 4.91x faster Blender rendering
    Intel Core i3 10110U has a lower Blender BMW27 render time than the average processor (1,630.7 vs 331.88). The average processor needs 331.88 for the Blender BMW27 test.
  • 16.7% more L3 per core
    Intel Core i3 10110U 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.
  • Newer DDR support
    Intel Core i3 10110U supports a newer DDR generation than the average processor (DDR4/LPDDR3/LPDDR4 vs DDR4).
  • 66.7% lower base power
    Intel Core i3 10110U 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.
  • 60.9% lower boost power
    Intel Core i3 10110U has a lower boost power draw than the average processor (25 W vs 64 W). The average processor has a boost power draw of 64 W.
  • 66.7% lower TDP
    Intel Core i3 10110U 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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Platform
Performance
Cache & Architecture
Memory & PCIe
Power & Thermal
  • Older CPU socket
    Intel Core i3 10110U uses an older CPU socket than the average processor (FCBGA1,528 vs FP2).
  • 4 fewer CPU cores
    Intel Core i3 10110U has fewer CPU cores than the average processor (2 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.
  • 63.7% lower PassMark score
    Intel Core i3 10110U has a lower PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (3,824 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.
  • 54.8% lower multi-core score
    Intel Core i3 10110U has a lower Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (2,167 vs 4,793). The average processor scores 4,793 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.
  • 4 fewer CPU threads
    Intel Core i3 10110U has fewer CPU threads than the average processor (4 vs 8). The average processor has 8 CPU threads.
  • 14.5% weaker single-core performance
    Intel Core i3 10110U has a lower PassMark single-core score than the average processor (2,122 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.
  • 17.4% lower single-core score
    Intel Core i3 10110U has a lower Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (1,215 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.
  • 50% lower bus transfer rate
    Intel Core i3 10110U 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.
  • 50% lower bus speed
    Intel Core i3 10110U 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.
  • 4.7% lower boost clock
    Intel Core i3 10110U has a lower boost clock speed than the average processor (4.1 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.
  • 7 lower clock multiplier
    Intel Core i3 10110U has a lower clock multiplier than the average processor (21 vs 28). The average processor has a clock multiplier of 28.
  • Less advanced microarchitecture
    Intel Core i3 10110U uses a less advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Comet Lake vs Kaby Lake).
  • 80% smaller L2 cache
    Intel Core i3 10110U has a lower L2 cache than the average processor (0.5 MB vs 2.5 MB). The average processor has L2 cache of 2.5 MB.
  • 16.7% larger process node
    Intel Core i3 10110U has a higher process node than the average processor (14 nm vs 12 nm). The average processor uses a process node of 12 nm.
  • 66.7% smaller L1 cache
    Intel Core i3 10110U has a lower L1 cache than the average processor (128 KB vs 384 KB). The average processor has L1 cache of 384 KB.
  • 50% less L2 per core
    Intel Core i3 10110U has less L2 cache per core than the average processor (0.3 MB/core vs 0.5 MB/core). The average processor provides 0.5 MB/core of L2 cache per core.
  • 50% smaller L3 cache
    Intel Core i3 10110U has a lower L3 cache than the average processor (4 MB vs 8 MB). The average processor has L3 cache of 8 MB.
  • Limited PCIe bifurcation
    Intel Core i3 10110U supports less flexible PCIe bifurcation than the average processor (x4, x2/x2, x2/x1/x1, x1/x1/x1/x1 vs x16, x8/x8).
  • Narrower media codec support
    Intel Core i3 10110U supports fewer media codecs than the average processor (VP9 (HW decode) 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 10110U 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 10110U has fewer CPU cores than the average processor (2 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.2 vs 6
  • Less advanced microarchitecture
    Intel Core i3 10110U uses a less advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Comet 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 10110U uses a less advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Comet Lake vs Kaby Lake).Comet Lake vs Kaby Lake
  • 63.7% lower PassMark score
    Intel Core i3 10110U has a lower PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (3,824 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 10110U has a lower PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (3,824 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.3,824 vs 10,532.5
  • 54.8% lower multi-core score
    Intel Core i3 10110U has a lower Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (2,167 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 10110U has a lower Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (2,167 vs 4,793). The average processor scores 4,793 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.2,167 vs 4,793
  • 80% smaller L2 cache
    Intel Core i3 10110U has a lower L2 cache than the average processor (0.5 MB vs 2.5 MB). The average processor has L2 cache of 2.5 MB.
    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

    Intel Core i3 10110U has a lower L2 cache than the average processor (0.5 MB vs 2.5 MB). The average processor has L2 cache of 2.5 MB.0.5 MB vs 2.5 MB
  • 16.7% larger process node
    Intel Core i3 10110U has a higher process node than the average processor (14 nm vs 12 nm). The average processor uses a process node of 12 nm.
    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

    Intel Core i3 10110U has a higher process node than the average processor (14 nm vs 12 nm). The average processor uses a process node of 12 nm.14 nm vs 12 nm
  • 4 fewer CPU threads
    Intel Core i3 10110U 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 10110U has fewer CPU threads than the average processor (4 vs 8). The average processor has 8 CPU threads.4 vs 8
  • 14.5% weaker single-core performance
    Intel Core i3 10110U has a lower PassMark single-core score than the average processor (2,122 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 10110U has a lower PassMark single-core score than the average processor (2,122 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.2,122 vs 2,483
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What customers like about Intel Core i3 10110U?

  • Efficient for everyday basic tasks like web browsing and office productivity
  • Responsive single-thread performance makes the system feel snappy for simple apps
  • Low power consumption (15W TDP) contributes to better battery life in ultraportable laptops
  • High turbo clock speed (up to 4.1 GHz) allows for quick page and app loading
  • Often found in affordable, budget-conscious laptops and mini-PCs

What customers dislike about Intel Core i3 10110U?

  • Limited to 2 cores and 4 threads, leading to poor multitasking performance
  • Integrated Intel UHD Graphics are outdated and struggle with modern gaming and 4K video
  • Frequently reaches high temperatures (90°C+) during demanding loads
  • Noticeable slowdowns or 'hiccups' when handling media-heavy web pages or many open tabs
  • Poor value proposition compared to newer or slightly more expensive quad-core alternatives like the i5-1035G1

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cpubenchmark.net
29/03/2026
Intel Core i3-10110U @ 2.10GHz - CPU Benchmarks

The Intel Core i3-10110U is a 10th-generation Comet Lake mobile processor featuring two cores and four threads, operating at a base clock of 2.1 GHz with a 4.1 GHz boost. Based on PassMark data, it serves as a reliable entry-level option for basic tasks and office work, though its 14nm architecture and low core count fall behind modern competitors in performance. Key pros include...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
20/02/2020
Intel Core i3-10110U vs i3-1005G1 – both are too expensive and the actual performance isn't that good

LaptopMedia finds that while the Core i3-10110U and i3-1005G1 share a $281 price point and 2-core/4-thread architecture, the i3-10110U (Comet Lake) offers roughly 7% faster CPU performance, whereas the i3-1005G1 (Ice Lake) dominates with 79% faster integrated graphics and faster memory support. Both processors are criticized for having only two cores, which constitutes a performance...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
20/02/2020
Intel Core i3-10110U vs i3-1005G1 – both are too expensive and the actual performance isn’t that good

LaptopMedia compares the Intel Core i3-10110U (Comet Lake) and i3-1005G1 (Ice Lake), noting that while both share a $281 price point, they offer distinct performance tradeoffs. The i3-10110U has a pro of higher clock speeds (up to 4.10 GHz), offering ~7% better Cinebench 20 performance, but its con is an aging GPU. Conversely, the i3-1005G1 features a more modern 10nm process,...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
15/12/2019
All our articles tagged Intel Core i3-10110U

The Intel Core i3-10110U is a 10th Gen dual-core processor designed for thin-and-light laptops, featuring 4MB cache and a boost up to 4.10 GHz. Pros include decent single-core performance for daily tasks, with LaptopMedia noting it can be 7% faster than the i3-1005G1 in certain computational tests, plus support for faster DDR4-2666 memory. However, significant cons arise from its...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

According to LaptopMedia, the Intel Core i3-10110U holds a slight 7% advantage in raw CPU performance, whereas the Core i3-1005G1 (Ice Lake) features a modern 10nm process and faster memory support. The i3-1005G1 is deemed the overall winner due to its integrated graphics delivering a 79% performance boost over the UHD graphics in the i3-10110U. Both processors are criticized for...Read more

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cpubenchmark.net
29/03/2026
Intel Core i3-10110U @ 2.10GHz - CPU Benchmarks

The Intel Core i3-10110U is a 10th-generation Comet Lake-U dual-core processor (2C/4T) designed for basic tasks, operating between 2.10 GHz and 4.10 GHz. Key advantages include strong single-thread performance for daily productivity and high energy efficiency for laptops, while limitations include poor multi-threaded capability and weak integrated UHD graphics, which are inadequate...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
20/02/2020
Intel Core i3-10110U | LaptopMedia Italy

The Intel Core i3-10110U is a dual-core, entry-level Comet Lake-U processor featuring a 2.10 GHz base clock and 4.10 GHz turbo boost. It offers improved performance over the i3-8145U, boasting high clock speeds and excellent power efficiency (15W TDP) suitable for basic office tasks, making it a viable option for thin, portable laptops. However, the processor is limited by its...Read more

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