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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£35
  • Avg. price in US: ~$40
  • PassMark benchmark result: 3334
  • N. of physical cores: 2
  • CPU boost clock speed: ?

Intel Core i3 4130 review. Compare 78 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among processors and if it is worth buying.

4.8

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%

8.9

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%

3.9

Performance

18.0%

4.1

Cache & Architecture

10.0%

4.1

Memory & PCIe

7.0%

7.0

Power & Thermal

4.0%

7.5

Platform

1.0%

6.3

Integrated Graphics

Poor
8.9

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%

8.4

User reviews

30.0%

10

Popularity

User score:
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Excellent
  • 3.6
    Gaming

    Score components:

    30.0%

    2.7

    PassMark single-core benchmark score

    25.0%

    2.8

    Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score

    20.0%

    9.0

    CPU boost clock speed

    17.0%

    1.4

    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%

    1.4

    L3 cache

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Verdict

The Intel Core i3-4130 is a dual-core desktop processor based on the 4th Generation Haswell architecture, featuring 4 threads via Hyper-Threading and a fixed base frequency of 3.4 GHz. It utilizes a 22nm manufacturing process, fits the LGA 1150 socket, and includes 3 MB of Intel Smart Cache with a relatively low 54W TDP. Key advantages include strong single-core performance for its era, support for ECC memory and AVX2 instructions, and a power-efficient design that remains suitable for basic office tasks and light media consumption. However, the processor lacks Intel Turbo Boost technology, features a locked multiplier that prevents overclocking, and relies on integrated HD Graphics 4400, which struggles with modern gaming or intensive video editing compared to quad-core alternatives.

Technical Specifications of processor Intel Core i3 4130

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%

3.9

Performance

18.0%

4.1

Cache & Architecture

10.0%

4.1

Memory & PCIe

7.0%

7.0

Power & Thermal

4.0%

7.5

Platform

1.0%

6.3

Integrated Graphics

4.3
Intel Core i3 4130 has a technical score of 4.32 points, which is lower than that of 70.4% 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%

8.4

User reviews

30.0%

10

Popularity

User score:
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8.9
Intel Core i3 4130 has a user score of 8.91 points, which is higher than that of 87.7% of products in this category.
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.
10
Intel Core i3 4130 has a popularity of 10 points, which is higher than 88.3% 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%

4.8

Overall score

40.0%

10

Price

6.3
Intel Core i3 4130 has a quality-to-price ratio of 6.3 points, which is lower than 51% 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

desktop
Intel Core i3 4130 belongs to the desktop processor class, which is more advanced than that of 56% of processors and equal to that of 37.9% 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

LGA1150
Intel Core i3 4130 uses the LGA1150 CPU socket, which is newer than that of 56.1% of processors and equal to that of 2.8% 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

H97, Z97, H87, Q87, B85, Q85, Z87, H81
Intel Core i3 4130 supports H97, Z97, H87, Q87, B85, Q85, Z87, H81 chipsets, which is broader compatibility than 52.2% of processors and equal to that of 2.5% of processors.
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 4130 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 4130 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 4130 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 4130 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

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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 3.4 GHz
Intel Core i3 4130 has a base clock of 2x3.4 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

22 nm
Intel Core i3 4130 uses a 22 nm process node, which is older than that of 84.6% of processors and equal to that of 10.1% 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 22 nm
Intel Core i3 4130 is built on the Intel 22 nm foundry process, which is less advanced than that of 84.6% of processors and equal to that of 10.1% 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

3 MB
Intel Core i3 4130 has an L3 cache of 3 MB which is smaller than that of 84.8% of processors and equal to that of 5.6% 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 4130 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

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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

DDR3
Intel Core i3 4130 supports DDR DDR3, which is older than that of 86.3% of processors and equal to that of 13.7% 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

1,600 MHz
Intel Core i3 4130 supports memory speeds up to 1,600 MHz, which is lower than that of 87.3% of processors and equal to 11.3% 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

1,600 MHz
Intel Core i3 4130 supports JEDEC memory speeds up to 1,600 MHz, which is lower than that of 96.6% of processors and equal to 2.1% 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

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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

32 GB
Intel Core i3 4130 supports up to 32 GB of memory, which is less than 71.9% of processors and equal to 19.5% 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

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Intel Core i3 4130 includes integrated graphics. 87.6% 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 HD Graphics 4400
Intel Core i3 4130 uses the Intel HD Graphics 4,400 integrated GPU, which is less advanced than that in 68.8% and equal to that in 0.6%.
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

20
Intel Core i3 4130 has 20 GPU execution units, which is fewer than 51.6% of processors and equal to 4.4% 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

350 MHz
Intel Core i3 4130 has an integrated GPU clock of 350 MHz which is higher than that of 43.5% of processors and equal to that of 29.6% 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), MPEG-2 (HW decode/encode), VC-1 (HW decode)
Intel Core i3 4130 supports H.264 (HW decode/encode), MPEG-2 (HW decode/encode), VC-1 (HW decode) media codecs, which is narrower support than 53% of processors and equal to 4.9% 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

54 W
Intel Core i3 4130 has a TDP of 54 W which is higher than that of 62.4% of processors and equal to that of 1.4% 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

54 W
Intel Core i3 4130 has a base power of 54 W which is higher than that of 62.7% of processors and equal to that of 1.3% 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

54 W
Intel Core i3 4130 has a boost power of 54 W which is lower than that of 62.1% of processors and equal to that of 4% 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

N/A
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

no
Intel Core i3 4130 does not support configurable TDP. 52.9% support configurable TDP.
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Intel Core i3 4130 vs the average processor

  • Includes stock cooler
    Intel Core i3 4130 includes a stock cooler, the average processor does not.
    What it is: A stock CPU cooler is included in the box with the processor.
    When it matters: When total build cost matters and you need to know whether separate cooling must be bought right away.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Intel Core i3 4130 includes a stock cooler, the average processor does not.
  • Supports ECC memory
    Intel Core i3 4130 supports ECC memory, the average processor does not.
    What it is: Can work with ECC memory, which helps detect and correct certain memory errors on supported platforms.
    When it matters: When long-term stability, uptime, or data integrity matter more than a basic consumer-style setup.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Intel Core i3 4130 supports ECC memory, the average processor does not.
  • 10x more popular
    Intel Core i3 4130 is more popular than the average processor (10.00 vs 1,000).
    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.
    Intel Core i3 4130 is more popular than the average processor (10.00 vs 1,000).10 vs 1
  • 11.4% higher user score
    Intel Core i3 4130 has a higher user score than the average processor (8.91 vs 8,000).
    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.
    Intel Core i3 4130 has a higher user score than the average processor (8.91 vs 8,000).8.91 vs 8
  • 7.14x cheaper
    Intel Core i3 4130 is cheaper than the average processor (£35 vs £250).
    Intel Core i3 4130 is cheaper than the average processor (£35 vs £250).£35 vs £250
  • Broader instruction support
    Intel Core i3 4130 supports a broader instruction set than the average processor (MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, CLMUL, BMI1, BMI2 vs MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA).
    What it is: The supported CPU instruction sets and extensions.
    When it matters: When you run software that depends on specific CPU instructions.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Intel Core i3 4130 supports a broader instruction set than the average processor (MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, CLMUL, BMI1, BMI2 vs MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA).MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, CLMUL, BMI1, BMI2 vs MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA
  • 15.6% lower boost power
    Intel Core i3 4130 has a lower boost power draw than the average processor (54 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 4130 has a lower boost power draw than the average processor (54 W vs 64 W). The average processor has a boost power draw of 64 W.54 W vs 64 W
  • Broader instruction support
    Intel Core i3 4130 supports a broader instruction set than the average processor (MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, CLMUL, BMI1, BMI2 vs MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA).
  • Supports ECC memory
    Intel Core i3 4130 supports ECC memory, the average processor does not.
  • Includes stock cooler
    Intel Core i3 4130 includes a stock cooler, the average processor does not.
  • 15.6% lower boost power
    Intel Core i3 4130 has a lower boost power draw than the average processor (54 W vs 64 W). The average processor has a boost power draw of 64 W.

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Overall
Platform
Memory & PCIe
Power & Thermal
  • 7 year/s older release date
    Intel Core i3 4130 has an older release date than the average processor (2013 vs 2020).
    September 2,013
  • No crypto acceleration
    Intel Core i3 4130 does not include crypto acceleration, the average processor does.
  • 4 fewer CPU cores
    Intel Core i3 4130 has fewer CPU cores than the average processor (2 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.
  • 24.3% weaker single-core performance
    Intel Core i3 4130 has a lower PassMark single-core score than the average processor (1,879 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.
  • 30.9% lower single-core score
    Intel Core i3 4130 has a lower Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (1,017 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.
  • 68.3% lower PassMark score
    Intel Core i3 4130 has a lower PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (3,334 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.
  • 50.4% lower multi-core score
    Intel Core i3 4130 has a lower Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (2,378 vs 4,793). The average processor scores 4,793 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.
  • 4 fewer CPU threads
    Intel Core i3 4130 has fewer CPU threads than the average processor (4 vs 8). The average processor has 8 CPU threads.
  • 37.5% lower bus transfer rate
    Intel Core i3 4130 has a lower bus transfer rate than the average processor (5 GT/s vs 8 GT/s). The average processor offers bus transfer rate of 8 GT/s.
  • 37.5% lower bus speed
    Intel Core i3 4130 has a lower bus speed than the average processor (5 GT/s vs 8 GT/s). The average processor runs at bus speed of 8 GT/s.
  • No Turbo Boost
    Intel Core i3 4130 does not support Turbo Boost, the average processor does.
  • 83.3% larger process node
    Intel Core i3 4130 has a higher process node than the average processor (22 nm vs 12 nm). The average processor uses a process node of 12 nm.
  • 80% smaller L2 cache
    Intel Core i3 4130 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.
  • 62.5% smaller L3 cache
    Intel Core i3 4130 has a lower L3 cache than the average processor (3 MB vs 8 MB). The average processor has L3 cache of 8 MB.
  • 50% less L2 per core
    Intel Core i3 4130 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.
  • 12.5% less L3 per core
    Intel Core i3 4130 has less L3 cache per core than the average processor (1.5 MB/core vs 1,714 MB/core). The average processor provides 1,714 MB/core of L3 cache per core.
  • Less advanced microarchitecture
    Intel Core i3 4130 uses a less advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Haswell vs Kaby Lake).
  • 71.7% fewer transistors
    Intel Core i3 4130 has fewer transistors than the average processor (1.4 billion vs 4.95 billion). The average processor has 4.95 billion transistors.
  • Less advanced foundry
    Intel Core i3 4130 uses a less advanced foundry process than the average processor (Intel 22 nm vs Intel 14 nm).
  • Older DDR support
    Intel Core i3 4130 supports an older DDR generation than the average processor (DDR3 vs DDR4).
  • 44.1% lower memory bandwidth
    Intel Core i3 4130 has a lower memory bandwidth than the average processor (25.6 GB/s vs 45.8 GB/s). The average processor offers memory bandwidth of 45.8 GB/s.
  • 45.4% lower memory speed
    Intel Core i3 4130 has a lower maximum memory speed than the average processor (1,600 MHz vs 2,933 MHz). The average processor supports memory speed of 2,933 MHz.
  • 50% less memory capacity
    Intel Core i3 4130 has fewer maximum memory capacity than the average processor (32 GB vs 64 GB). The average processor supports 64 GB of memory.
  • Inferior integrated GPU
    Intel Core i3 4130 uses an inferior integrated GPU to the average processor (Intel HD Graphics 4,400 vs Intel UHD Graphics 630).
  • No configurable TDP
    Intel Core i3 4130 does not support configurable TDP, the average processor does.
  • 20% higher base power
    Intel Core i3 4130 has a higher base power draw than the average processor (54 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a base power draw of 45 W.
  • 4 fewer CPU cores
    Intel Core i3 4130 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 4130 has fewer CPU cores than the average processor (2 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.2 vs 6
  • 83.3% larger process node
    Intel Core i3 4130 has a higher process node than the average processor (22 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 4130 has a higher process node than the average processor (22 nm vs 12 nm). The average processor uses a process node of 12 nm.22 nm vs 12 nm
  • 24.3% weaker single-core performance
    Intel Core i3 4130 has a lower PassMark single-core score than the average processor (1,879 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 4130 has a lower PassMark single-core score than the average processor (1,879 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.1,879 vs 2,483
  • 30.9% lower single-core score
    Intel Core i3 4130 has a lower Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (1,017 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.
    What it is: A Geekbench 6 score that reflects single-core CPU performance in mixed modern workloads.
    When it matters: When you care about snappy everyday performance in lighter apps, browsing, office work, or tasks that do not scale well across many cores.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >2000

    Intel Core i3 4130 has a lower Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (1,017 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.1,017 vs 1,471
  • 68.3% lower PassMark score
    Intel Core i3 4130 has a lower PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (3,334 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 4130 has a lower PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (3,334 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.3,334 vs 10,532.5
  • 80% smaller L2 cache
    Intel Core i3 4130 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 4130 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
  • 50.4% lower multi-core score
    Intel Core i3 4130 has a lower Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (2,378 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 4130 has a lower Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (2,378 vs 4,793). The average processor scores 4,793 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.2,378 vs 4,793
  • Older DDR support
    Intel Core i3 4130 supports an older DDR generation than the average processor (DDR3 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 4130 supports an older DDR generation than the average processor (DDR3 vs DDR4).DDR3 vs DDR4
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What customers like about Intel Core i3 4130?

  • Affordable entry-point for budget-conscious builds and mainstream PC users
  • Supports Hyper-Threading, allowing it to handle up to four threads despite being a dual-core chip
  • Excellent energy efficiency with low power requirements and thermal output (54W TDP)
  • Stronger single-core performance compared to similarly priced AMD APUs of its era
  • Capable of handling basic 1080p video playback and office multitasking smoothly

What customers dislike about Intel Core i3 4130?

  • Lacks the raw 'muscle' of quad-core processors for heavy workloads like HD video editing or rendering
  • Locked multiplier prevents any CPU overclocking
  • Integrated Intel HD 4400 graphics are weak and unsuitable for modern or demanding 3D gaming
  • Dual-core architecture makes it less 'future-proof' as newer applications increasingly rely on more physical cores
  • No Turbo Boost support, limiting performance to its fixed 3.4GHz base clock

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cpu.userbenchmark.com
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Intel Core i3-4130 (BX80646I34130) - CPU UserBenchmarks

The Intel Core i3-4130 is a budget-friendly 4th Gen Haswell CPU (3.4 GHz, 2 cores/4 threads) that excels in single-core responsiveness for everyday tasks. Pros include superior single-core performance against contemporaries and a low 54W TDP, making it suitable for quiet, small-form-factor builds. Cons include limited multitasking ability due to only having two cores and weak...Read more

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cpubenchmark.net
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Intel Core i3-4130 @ 3.40GHz - PassMark CPU Benchmarks

The Intel Core i3-4130 is a 22nm Haswell-based, 4th-generation dual-core processor operating at 3.40 GHz with Intel Hyper-Threading for four total threads. It features HD Graphics 4400 and supports 3MB of smart cache, DDR3 memory, and advanced instruction sets, aimed at entry-level desktop tasks. Based on PassMark benchmarks, the processor achieves a CPU mark of roughly 3,329,...Read more

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pcmag.com
02/04/2014
Intel Core i3-4130 Review - PCMag

The PCMag review characterizes the Intel Core i3-4130 as a strong, budget-friendly 4th-gen "Haswell" dual-core processor, running at 3.4GHz with Hyper-Threading, ideal for mainstream computing and productivity tasks. Key advantages include efficient performance in CPU-intensive tasks over AMD alternatives, AVX2 support for rendering, and a low 54W TDP that enables cool operation....Read more

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phoronix.com
18/10/2013
Intel Core i3 4130 On Linux Review - Phoronix

The Phoronix review of the Intel Core i3-4130 "Haswell" CPU highlights competitive performance for its price, with 3.4GHz dual-core speed and Hyper-Threading delivering results comparable to older quad-core processors in many Linux benchmarks. A key advantage is the 54W TDP, which provides high power efficiency and makes it suitable for budget-conscious systems, paired with improved...Read more

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bit-tech.net
14/11/2013
Intel Core i3-4130 (Haswell) Review | bit-tech.net

The Intel Core i3-4130 (Haswell) review from bit-tech.net presents this dual-core, 3.4GHz CPU as an efficient entry-level choice offering strong 2D performance and low power consumption. While it excels in light tasks and media consumption with its improved Intel HD 4400 graphics, the processor lacks Hyper-Threading performance, Turbo Boost, and overclocking capability. Ultimately,...Read more

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chip.de
06/12/2013
Intel Core i3-4130 (Desktop Processor) Review

The Intel Core i3-4130 is an entry-level Haswell dual-core processor aimed at office systems, featuring a 3.4 GHz base frequency, Hyper-Threading, and an efficient 54-watt TDP. While lacking Turbo Mode, it delivers solid performance for daily tasks and multimedia, with integrated Intel HD Graphics 4400 enabling smooth HD video playback without a dedicated GPU. Despite its high...Read more

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hardware.fr
01/09/2013
Intel Core i3-4130 and i3-4340 Review: Affordable Haswell", "Intel Core i3-4130 and i3-4340 Tested: Haswell for Less

The Hardware.fr review evaluates the Haswell-based Intel Core i3-4130 and i3-4340 as dual-core, locked LGA 1150 processors capable of Hyper-Threading. The i3-4340, operating at 3.6 GHz with 4 MB cache, outperforms the 3.4 GHz i3-4130 (3 MB cache) by roughly 5-6% while featuring a superior Intel HD Graphics 4600 compared to the i3-4130's HD 4400. While both offer high energy...Read more

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hardware.fr
01/09/2013
Intel Core i3-4130 and i3-4340 review: affordable Haswell

The Hardware.fr review of Intel's Ivy Bridge-E processors (i7-4960X, i7-4930K, i7-4820K) showcases a transition to a 22nm process while maintaining LGA 2011 platform compatibility. Key advantages include soldered IHS for superior thermal management, high-performance six-core options, and 40 PCIe lanes, though performance slightly trails Haswell on a per-core basis. The aging X79...Read more

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pcmag.com
02/04/2014
Intel Core i3-4130 Processor Review - PCMag

The PCMag review characterizes the Intel Core i3-4130 as a budget-friendly, dual-core "Haswell" processor suitable for mainstream computing and entry-level builds. While featuring Hyper-Threading for efficient multitasking and superior raw CPU performance compared to contemporary AMD APUs, the chip is criticized for its mediocre integrated graphics. Despite limited gaming...Read more

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multiplayer.it
10/03/2017
2Dark Review - PC (System Test with i3-4130)

2Dark, directed by Alone in the Dark creator Frédérick Raynal, is a survival horror game that follows detective Mr. Smith in a grim mission to rescue children from serial killers in Gloomywood, utilizing a pixel-art style for a deeply disturbing atmosphere. The gameplay focuses on tactical stealth, where light, sound, and the altruistic objective of guiding children to safety create...Read more

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