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Intel Core i3 1315U Review | 78 Data compared

Avg. price:~£130PassMark benchmark result:11198N. of physical cores:6CPU boost clock speed:4.5 GHzCPU socket:FCBGA1744TDP (Thermal design power):15 W

Intel Core i3 1315U Review: Compare 78 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Processors category and whether it is worth buying.

6.5

Overall score

Score
6.5/ 10
✕
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 distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 63% of models
Score components

90%

6.5

Technical score

10%

?

User score

â–²Better than 63% of processors
6.5

Technical score

Technical score
6.5/ 10
✕
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 distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 64% of models
Score components

60%

6.0

Performance

18%

7.0

Cache & Architecture

10%

7.2

Memory & PCIe

7%

8.0

Power & Thermal

4%

7.8

Platform

1%

8.2

Integrated Graphics

â–²Better than 64% of processors
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User score

User score
8.0/ 10
✕
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 distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 91% of models
Score components

70%

?

User ratings

30%

?

Number of reviews

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Best prices

    N/A~ £130

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Technical Specifications of processor Intel Core i3 1315U

Technical score
Technical score
6.5/ 10
✕
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 distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 64% of models
Score components:

60%

6.0

Performance

18%

7.0

Cache & Architecture

10%

7.2

Memory & PCIe

7%

8.0

Power & Thermal

4%

7.8

Platform

1%

8.2

Integrated Graphics

6.5
User score
User score
8.0/ 10
✕
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 distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 91% of models
Score components

70%

?

User ratings

30%

?

Number of reviews

?
Popularity
Popularity
1.0/ 10
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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.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
Popularity:
Intel Core i3 1315U has a popularity score of 1 point, which is higher than that of 0% of products in this category.
1.0
Value for money
Value for money
7.5/ 10
✕
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 distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 75% of models
Score components:

60%

6.5

Overall score

40%

9.8

Price

7.5
Brand name
Intel
Processor type
mobile
Processor type
mobile
â–¼ Worse than 44% of models
This processor 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.
laptop
CPU socket
FCBGA1744
CPU socket
FCBGA1744
â–¼ Worse than 72% of models
This processor uses the FCBGA1744 CPU socket, which is older than that of 71.8% of processors and equal to that of 5% of processors.
Chipset
N/A
CPU architecture
x86-64
CPU architecture
x86-64
â–² Better than 2% of models
This processor 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
6
N. of physical cores
6
â–² Better than 50% of models
Market range: <2 – >12
This processor has 6 CPU cores, which is more than 49.9% of processors and equal to 13.4% of processors.
CPU threads
8
CPU threads
8
â–¼ Worse than 46% of models
Market range: <4 – >24
This processor offers 8 CPU threads, which is more than 35.2% of processors and equal to 19.1% of processors.
Threads per core
?
CPU boost clock speed
4.5 GHz
CPU boost clock speed
4.5 GHz
â–² Better than 57% of models
Market range: <3 GHz – >5.5 GHz
This processor reaches a boost clock of 4.5 GHz which is higher than that of 56.5% of processors and equal to that of 5.4% of processors.
CPU base clock speed
2x 1.2 GHz & 4x 0.9 GHz
CPU base clock speed
2x 1.2 GHz & 4x 0.9 GHz
â–¼ Worse than 83% of models
This processor has a base clock of 2x1.2 GHz & 4x0.9 GHz which is lower than that of 82.9% of processors and equal to that of 0.3% of processors.
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Semiconductor size
10 nm
Semiconductor size
10 nm
â–² Better than 52% of models
Market range: <4 nm – >24 nm
This processor uses a 10 nm process node, which is more advanced than that of 52.4% of processors and equal to that of 19.1% of processors.
Foundry
Intel 7
Foundry
Intel 7
â–² Better than 66% of models
This processor is built on the Intel 7 foundry process, which is more advanced than that of 66.2% of processors and equal to that of 14.9% of processors.
L3 cache
10 MB
L3 cache
10 MB
â–² Better than 54% of models
Market range: <2 MB – >32 MB
This processor has an L3 cache of 10 MB which is larger than that of 53.6% of processors and equal to that of 0.6% of processors.
L2 cache
5 MB
L2 cache
5 MB
â–² Better than 65% of models
Market range: <1 MB – >16 MB
This processor has an L2 cache of 5 MB which is larger than that of 64.8% of processors and equal to that of 2.5% of processors.
L1 cache
544 KB
L1 cache
544 KB
â–² Better than 73% of models
Market range: <128 KB – >1.2k KB
This processor has an L1 cache of 544 KB which is larger than that of 73.1% of processors and equal to that of 0.4% of processors.
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DDR memory version
DDR4/DDR5/LPDDR4X/LPDDR5/LPDDR5X
DDR memory version
DDR4/DDR5/LPDDR4X/LPDDR5/LPDDR5X
★ Better than 97% of models
This processor supports DDR DDR4/DDR5/LPDDR4X/LPDDR5/LPDDR5X, which is newer than that of 97.3% of processors and equal to that of 2.7% of processors.
Maximum memory speed
5,200 MHz
Maximum memory speed
5,200 MHz
â–² Better than 72% of models
Market range: <1.5k MHz – >6.5k MHz
This processor supports memory speeds up to 5,200 MHz, which is higher than that of 72.3% of processors and equal to 6.9% of processors.
Max memory speed (JEDEC)
DDR5-5200 MHz
Max memory speed (JEDEC)
DDR5-5200 MHz
â–² Better than 72% of models
This processor supports JEDEC memory speeds up to DDR5-5200 MHz, which is higher than that of 72.3% of processors and equal to 5.7% of processors.
Max memory speed (XMP / EXPO)
N/A
Maximum memory capacity
96 GB
Maximum memory capacity
96 GB
â–² Better than 56% of models
Market range: <32 GB – >256 GB
This processor supports up to 96 GB of memory, which is more than 56% of processors and equal to 5.8% of processors.
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Integrated graphics
yes
Integrated graphics
yes
â–² Better than 12% of models
This processor includes integrated graphics. 12.4% of processors include integrated graphics.
Integrated GPU model
Intel UHD Graphics 64EU
Integrated GPU model
Intel UHD Graphics 64EU
â–¼ Worse than 60% of models
This processor uses the Intel UHD Graphics 64EU integrated GPU, which is less advanced than that in 60.5% of processors and equal to that in 0.7% of processors.
Integrated GPU execution units
64
Integrated GPU execution units
64
â–² Better than 87% of models
Market range: <6 – >64
This processor has 64 GPU execution units, which is more than 87.4% of processors and equal to 3.5% of processors.
Integrated GPU base frequency
300 MHz
Integrated GPU base frequency
300 MHz
â–¼ Worse than 58% of models
Market range: <300 MHz – >800 MHz
This processor has an integrated GPU clock of 300 MHz which is lower than that of 58.1% of processors and equal to that of 37.9% of processors.
Integrated media encoders/decoders
H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode/encode), AV1 (HW decode)
Integrated media encoders/decoders
H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode/encode), AV1 (HW decode)
â–² Better than 85% of models
This processor supports H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode/encode), AV1 (HW decode) media codecs, which is broader support than 85% of processors and equal to 5.6% of processors.
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TDP (Thermal design power)
15 W
TDP (Thermal design power)
15 W
â–² Better than 78% of models
Market range: <15 W – >90 W
This processor has a TDP of 15 W which is lower than that of 78% of processors and equal to that of 16% of processors.
Base power (PL1)
15 W
Base power (PL1)
15 W
â–² Better than 77% of models
Market range: <15 W – >90 W
This processor has a base power of 15 W which is lower than that of 77.2% of processors and equal to that of 16.3% of processors.
Boost power (PL2)
55 W
Boost power (PL2)
55 W
â–² Better than 57% of models
Market range: <25 W – >150 W
This processor has a boost power of 55 W which is lower than that of 56.6% of processors and equal to that of 6.5% of processors.
Tau (power duration limit)
28 seconds
Tau (power duration limit)
28 seconds
â–¼ Worse than 10% of models
Market range: <8 seconds – >28 seconds
This processor has a turbo duration of 28 seconds which is longer than that of 3.4% of processors and equal to that of 86.1% of processors.
Configurable TDP
yes
Configurable TDP
yes
â–² Better than 47% of models
This processor supports configurable TDP. 47.3% of processors support configurable TDP.
cTDP: 3 W
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Intel Core i3 1315U vs the average processor

246810TotalPlatformPerformanceCache & ArchitectureMemory & PCIeIntegrated GraphicsPower & Thermal
  • More advanced microarchitecture
    Microarchitecture codename
    Raptor Lake
    â–² Better than 72% of models
    This processor uses a more advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Raptor Lake vs Kaby Lake).
    Raptor Lake vs Kaby Lake
  • 55.9% higher single-core score
    Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    2,293
    â–² Better than 76% of models
    Market range: <561 – >2.7k
    This processor has a higher Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (2,293 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.
    2,293 vs 1,471
  • Newer DDR support
    DDR memory version
    DDR4/DDR5/LPDDR4X/LPDDR5/LPDDR5X
    ★ Better than 97% of models
    This processor supports a newer DDR generation than the average processor (DDR4/DDR5/LPDDR4X/LPDDR5/LPDDR5X vs DDR4).
    DDR4/DDR5/LPDDR4X/LPDDR5/LPDDR5X vs DDR4
  • 2.5x more L2 per core
    L2 per core
    1.25 MB/core
    â–² Better than 78% of models
    Market range: <0.25 MB/core – >2 MB/core
    This processor has more L2 cache per core than the average processor (1.3 MB/core vs 0.5 MB/core). The average processor provides 0.5 MB/core of L2 cache per core.
    1.25 MB/core vs 0.5 MB/core
  • 32.6% better single-core performance
    PassMark single-core benchmark score
    3,315
    â–² Better than 71% of models
    Market range: <1.4k – >4k
    This processor has a higher PassMark single-core score than the average processor (3,315 vs 2,500). The average processor scores 2,500 in PassMark single-core.
    3,315 vs 2,500
  • 53.9% higher multi-core score
    Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    7,430
    â–² Better than 64% of models
    Market range: <763 – >14k
    This processor has a higher Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (7,430 vs 4,829). The average processor scores 4,829 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.
    7,430 vs 4,829
  • Newer PCIe version
    PCIe version
    4.0
    â–² Better than 62% of models
    This processor supports a newer PCIe version than the average processor (4 vs 3).
    4.0 vs 3.0
  • Uses big.LITTLE design
    big.LITTLE Architecture
    yes
    â–² Better than 80% of models
    This processor uses a big.LITTLE design, the average processor does not. 20.5% of processors use a big.LITTLE design.
    P-cores + E-cores
  • Advanced security extensions
    Security extensions
    AES-NI, SHA, NX bit, Secure Key, OS Guard, Boot Guard, CET, MBEC, TDT
    â–² Better than 73% of models
    This processor provides more advanced security extensions than the average processor (AES-NI, SHA, NX bit, Secure Key, OS Guard, Boot Guard, CET, MBEC, TDT vs AES-NI, NX bit, Secure Processor).
    AES-NI, SHA, NX bit, Secure Key, OS Guard, Boot Guard, CET, MBEC, TDT vs AES-NI, NX bit, Secure Processor
  • 3 years newer release date
    Release date
    2023
    â–² Better than 71% of models
    Market range: <2k – >2k
    This processor has a newer release date than the average processor (2023 vs 2020).
    March 2023
    2023 vs 2020
  • Supports HMP
    Uses HMP
    yes
    â–² Better than 77% of models
    This processor supports HMP, the average processor does not. 22.7% of processors support HMP.
  • Includes crypto acceleration
    Cryptographic acceleration
    AES, VAES, SHA
    â–² Better than 74% of models
    This processor includes crypto acceleration, the average processor does not. 0.00% of processors include crypto acceleration.
    AES, VAES, SHA vs AES, SHA
  • 55.9% higher single-core score
    Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    2,293
    â–² Better than 76% of models
    Market range: <561 – >2.7k
    This processor has a higher Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (2,293 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.
    2,293 vs 1,471
  • 32.6% better single-core performance
    PassMark single-core benchmark score
    3,315
    â–² Better than 71% of models
    Market range: <1.4k – >4k
    This processor has a higher PassMark single-core score than the average processor (3,315 vs 2,500). The average processor scores 2,500 in PassMark single-core.
    3,315 vs 2,500
  • 53.9% higher multi-core score
    Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    7,430
    â–² Better than 64% of models
    Market range: <763 – >14k
    This processor has a higher Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (7,430 vs 4,829). The average processor scores 4,829 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.
    7,430 vs 4,829
  • 4.7% higher boost clock
    CPU boost clock speed
    4.5 GHz
    â–² Better than 57% of models
    Market range: <3 GHz – >5.5 GHz
    This processor has a higher boost clock speed than the average processor (4.5 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.
    4.5 GHz vs 4.3 GHz
  • 2 wider front-end design
    Front-end width
    6
    â–² Better than 67% of models
    Market range: <2 – >7
    This processor has a higher front-end width than the average processor (6 vs 4). The average processor uses front-end width of 4.
    6 vs 4
  • More advanced microarchitecture
    Microarchitecture codename
    Raptor Lake
    â–² Better than 72% of models
    This processor uses a more advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Raptor Lake vs Kaby Lake).
    Raptor Lake vs Kaby Lake
  • 2.5x more L2 per core
    L2 per core
    1.25 MB/core
    â–² Better than 78% of models
    Market range: <0.25 MB/core – >2 MB/core
    This processor has more L2 cache per core than the average processor (1.3 MB/core vs 0.5 MB/core). The average processor provides 0.5 MB/core of L2 cache per core.
    1.25 MB/core vs 0.5 MB/core
  • Uses big.LITTLE design
    big.LITTLE Architecture
    yes
    â–² Better than 80% of models
    This processor uses a big.LITTLE design, the average processor does not. 20.5% of processors use a big.LITTLE design.
    P-cores + E-cores
  • More advanced foundry
    Foundry
    Intel 7
    â–² Better than 66% of models
    This processor uses a more advanced foundry process than the average processor (Intel 7 vs Intel 14 nm).
    Intel 7 vs Intel 14 nm
  • 2x larger L2 cache
    L2 cache
    5 MB
    â–² Better than 65% of models
    Market range: <1 MB – >16 MB
    This processor has a higher L2 cache than the average processor (5 MB vs 2.5 MB). The average processor has L2 cache of 2.5 MB.
    5 MB vs 2.5 MB
  • 41.7% larger L1 cache
    L1 cache
    544 KB
    â–² Better than 73% of models
    Market range: <128 KB – >1.2k KB
    This processor has a higher L1 cache than the average processor (544 KB vs 384 KB). The average processor has L1 cache of 384 KB.
    544 KB vs 384 KB
  • 16.7% smaller process node
    Semiconductor size
    10 nm
    â–² Better than 52% of models
    Market range: <4 nm – >24 nm
    This processor has a lower process node than the average processor (10 nm vs 12 nm). The average processor uses a process node of 12 nm.
    10 nm vs 12 nm
  • Newer DDR support
    DDR memory version
    DDR4/DDR5/LPDDR4X/LPDDR5/LPDDR5X
    ★ Better than 97% of models
    This processor supports a newer DDR generation than the average processor (DDR4/DDR5/LPDDR4X/LPDDR5/LPDDR5X vs DDR4).
    DDR4/DDR5/LPDDR4X/LPDDR5/LPDDR5X vs DDR4
  • Newer PCIe version
    PCIe version
    4.0
    â–² Better than 62% of models
    This processor supports a newer PCIe version than the average processor (4 vs 3).
    4.0 vs 3.0
  • 4 more PCIe lanes
    PCIe lane count
    20
    â–² Better than 58% of models
    Market range: <10 – >30
    This processor has more PCIe lanes than the average processor (20 vs 16). The average processor offers 16 PCIe lanes.
    20 vs 16
  • 77.3% higher memory speed
    Maximum memory speed
    5,200 MHz
    â–² Better than 72% of models
    Market range: <1.5k MHz – >6.5k MHz
    This processor has a higher maximum memory speed than the average processor (5200 MHz vs 2933 MHz). The average processor supports memory speed of 2933 MHz.
    5,200 MHz vs 2,933 MHz
  • 50% more memory capacity
    Maximum memory capacity
    96 GB
    â–² Better than 56% of models
    Market range: <32 GB – >256 GB
    This processor has more maximum memory capacity than the average processor (96 GB vs 64 GB). The average processor supports 64 GB of memory.
    96 GB vs 64 GB
  • Higher JEDEC memory speed
    Max memory speed (JEDEC)
    DDR5-5200 MHz
    â–² Better than 72% of models
    This processor has a higher JEDEC memory speed than the average processor (DDR5-5200 MHz vs DDR4-3200 MHz). The average processor supports JEDEC memory speed of DDR4-3200 MHz.
    DDR5-5,200 MHz vs DDR4-3,200 MHz
  • 2.67x more GPU execution units
    Integrated GPU execution units
    64
    â–² Better than 87% of models
    Market range: <6 – >64
    This processor has more GPU execution units than the average processor (64 vs 24). The average processor has 24 GPU execution units.
    64 vs 24
  • 1 more supported displays
    Maximum supported displays
    4
    â–² Better than 56% of models
    Market range: <1 – >6
    This processor has more supported displays than the average processor (4 vs 3). The average processor supports 3 displays.
    4 vs 3
  • 66.7% lower base power
    Base power (PL1)
    15 W
    â–² Better than 77% of models
    Market range: <15 W – >90 W
    This processor 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
  • 66.7% lower TDP
    TDP (Thermal design power)
    15 W
    â–² Better than 78% of models
    Market range: <15 W – >90 W
    This processor 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
  • Lower base clock
    CPU base clock speed
    2 x 1.2 GHz & 4 x 0.9 GHz
    â–¼ Worse than 83% of models
    This processor has a lower base clock than the average processor (2x1.2 GHz & 4x0.9 GHz vs 4x3.3 GHz).
    2x1.2 GHz & 4x0.9 GHz vs 4x3.3 GHz
  • Narrower instruction support
    Instruction sets
    MMX, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, AVX-512, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA
    â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
    This processor supports a narrower instruction set than the average processor (MMX, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, AVX-512, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA vs MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA).
    MMX, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, AVX-512, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA vs MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA
  • Limited PCIe bifurcation
    PCIe bifurcation modes
    x8/x4/x4
    â–¼ Worse than 77% of models
    This processor supports less flexible PCIe bifurcation than the average processor (x8/x4/x4 vs x16, x8/x8, x8/x4/x4).
    x8/x4/x4 vs x16, x8/x8, x8/x4/x4
  • 50% lower bus speed
    Bus speed
    4 GT/s
    â–¼ Worse than 80% of models
    Market range: <3 GT/s – >8 GT/s
    This processor 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 GT/s vs 8 GT/s
  • 16 lower clock multiplier
    Clock multiplier
    12
    â–¼ Worse than 95% of models
    Market range: <16 – >38
    This processor has a lower clock multiplier than the average processor (12 vs 28). The average processor has a clock multiplier of 28.
    12 vs 28
  • Older CPU socket
    CPU socket
    FCBGA1744
    â–¼ Worse than 72% of models
    This processor uses an older CPU socket than the average processor (FCBGA1744 vs FP4).
    FCBGA1744 vs FP4
  • Narrower instruction support
    Instruction sets
    MMX, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, AVX-512, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA
    â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
    This processor supports a narrower instruction set than the average processor (MMX, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, AVX-512, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA vs MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA).
    MMX, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, AVX-512, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA vs MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA
  • Older CPU socket
    CPU socket
    FCBGA1744
    â–¼ Worse than 72% of models
    This processor uses an older CPU socket than the average processor (FCBGA1744 vs FP4).
    FCBGA1744 vs FP4
  • Lower base clock
    CPU base clock speed
    2 x 1.2 GHz & 4 x 0.9 GHz
    â–¼ Worse than 83% of models
    This processor has a lower base clock than the average processor (2x1.2 GHz & 4x0.9 GHz vs 4x3.3 GHz).
    2x1.2 GHz & 4x0.9 GHz vs 4x3.3 GHz
  • 50% lower bus speed
    Bus speed
    4 GT/s
    â–¼ Worse than 80% of models
    Market range: <3 GT/s – >8 GT/s
    This processor 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 GT/s vs 8 GT/s
  • 16 lower clock multiplier
    Clock multiplier
    12
    â–¼ Worse than 95% of models
    Market range: <16 – >38
    This processor has a lower clock multiplier than the average processor (12 vs 28). The average processor has a clock multiplier of 28.
    12 vs 28
  • Limited PCIe bifurcation
    PCIe bifurcation modes
    x8/x4/x4
    â–¼ Worse than 77% of models
    This processor supports less flexible PCIe bifurcation than the average processor (x8/x4/x4 vs x16, x8/x8, x8/x4/x4).
    x8/x4/x4 vs x16, x8/x8, x8/x4/x4

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30/03/2026
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29/03/2026
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What we like about Intel Core i3 1315U

  • Efficient performance for everyday tasks like web browsing, office applications, and media streaming
  • Excellent battery life in ultrabooks, often ranging from 8 to 12 hours under balanced use
  • Support for modern connectivity standards including Wi-Fi 6E and Thunderbolt 4
  • Operates quietly and remains cool even under moderate workloads
  • Strong single-thread performance compared to previous generations, making the system feel responsive
  • Capable of handling light gaming, such as older titles or indie games at modest settings

What we don't like about Intel Core i3 1315U

  • Integrated Intel UHD graphics are weak and not suitable for modern AAA gaming above 720p or low settings
  • Limited to 6 cores (2 Performance, 4 Efficient), causing it to lag behind Ryzen 5 or Core i5 rivals in heavy multi-core tasks like video rendering
  • Frequently paired with only 8GB of non-upgradable RAM in budget models, which can cause slowing during heavy multitasking
  • Lacks Intel vPro features, making it less ideal for some specialized enterprise environments
  • Limited future-proofing for high-demand software as the 8-thread configuration may struggle within 3-4 years

Verdict

The Intel Core i3-1315U is a 13th Gen Raptor Lake-U mobile processor featuring a hybrid architecture with 6 cores (2 Performance-cores and 4 Efficient-cores) and 8 threads, reaching a max turbo frequency of 4.50 GHz. It includes 10 MB of Intel Smart Cache, an integrated Intel UHD Graphics engine with 64 execution units, and supports modern memory types up to DDR5-5200 or LPDDR5x-5200. Main pros include excellent power efficiency with a 15W base TDP (scalable to 55W turbo), strong single-core performance for office tasks, and support for up to four simultaneous displays. However, its main cons are limited multi-threaded power for heavy creative workloads, lack of enterprise vPro features, and integrated graphics that struggle with modern AAA gaming at high settings.

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