Intel Core i3 4340 Review | 78 Data compared

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  • Avg. price: ~£25
  • PassMark benchmark result: 3510
  • N. of physical cores: 2
  • CPU boost clock speed: N/A GHz

Intel Core i3 4340 review. Compare 78 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among processors and if it is worth buying.

4.4

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%

4.1

Technical Score

10.0%

7.5

User score

Poor
4.1

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%

3.5

Performance

18.0%

4.0

Cache & Architecture

10.0%

4.5

Memory & PCIe

7.0%

7.0

Power & Thermal

4.0%

7.3

Platform

1.0%

6.2

Integrated Graphics

Poor
7.5

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%

9.4

User reviews

30.0%

2.9

Popularity

User score:
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4.7
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5.0
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3.0
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(Reviews last updated: May 2026)

Very good
  • 1.9
    Gaming

    Score components:

    30.0%

    3.0

    PassMark single-core benchmark score

    25.0%

    2.8

    Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score

    20.0%

    0.0

    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%

    1.6

    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

  • intel-core-i3-4340
intel-core-i3-4340

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Verdict

The Intel Core i3-4340 is a 4th Generation 'Haswell' desktop processor featuring 2 physical cores and 4 threads via Hyper-Threading, operating at a fixed base frequency of 3.6 GHz. Built on a 22nm process with a 54W TDP, it includes 4MB of Intel Smart Cache, supports up to 32GB of DDR3-1333/1600 memory, and carries integrated Intel HD Graphics 4600. Its main advantages include strong single-core performance for its era, high power efficiency, and support for ECC memory, making it a reliable choice for office tasks and light gaming. However, its primary drawbacks are its locked multiplier which prevents overclocking, a lack of Turbo Boost technology, and its limitation to just two physical cores in an increasingly multi-threaded software environment.

Technical Specifications of processor Intel Core i3 4340

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%

3.5

Performance

18.0%

4.0

Cache & Architecture

10.0%

4.5

Memory & PCIe

7.0%

7.0

Power & Thermal

4.0%

7.3

Platform

1.0%

6.2

Integrated Graphics

4.1
Intel Core i3 4340 has a technical score of 4.09 points, which is lower than that of 78.1% 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%

9.4

User reviews

30.0%

2.9

Popularity

User score:
United Kingdom
amazon
4.7
(14)
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5.0
(6)
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3.0
(1)

(Reviews last updated: May 2026)

7.5
Intel Core i3 4340 has a user score of 7.46 points, which is lower than that of 90.8% 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.
2.9
Intel Core i3 4340 has a popularity of 2.9 points, which is higher than 78.2% 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%

4.4

Overall score

40.0%

10

Price

6.1
Intel Core i3 4340 has a quality-to-price ratio of 6.1 points, which is lower than 61% 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 4340 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 4340 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 4340 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 4340 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 4340 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 4340 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 4340 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

N/A
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 3.6 GHz
Intel Core i3 4340 has a base clock of 2x3.6 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 4340 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 4340 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

4 MB
Intel Core i3 4340 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 4340 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 4340 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

DDR3/DDR3L
Intel Core i3 4340 supports DDR DDR3/DDR3L, which is older than that of 86% 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

1,600 MHz
Intel Core i3 4340 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 4340 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

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

32 GB
Intel Core i3 4340 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

yes
Intel Core i3 4340 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 4600
Intel Core i3 4340 uses the Intel HD Graphics 4,600 integrated GPU, which is less advanced than that in 65.7% and equal to that in 2.9%.
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 4340 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 4340 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

VC-1 (HW decode)
Intel Core i3 4340 supports VC-1 (HW decode) media codecs, which is narrower support than 82.1% 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

54 W
Intel Core i3 4340 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 4340 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 4340 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 4340 does not support configurable TDP. 52.9% support configurable TDP.
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Intel Core i3 4340 vs the average processor

  • Includes stock cooler
    Intel Core i3 4340 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 4340 includes a stock cooler, the average processor does not.
  • Supports ECC memory
    Intel Core i3 4340 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 4340 supports ECC memory, the average processor does not.
  • 2.9x more popular
    Intel Core i3 4340 is more popular than the average processor (2.90 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 4340 is more popular than the average processor (2.90 vs 1,000).2.9 vs 1
  • 10x cheaper
    Intel Core i3 4340 is cheaper than the average processor (£25 vs £250).
    Intel Core i3 4340 is cheaper than the average processor (£25 vs £250).£25 vs £250
  • 16.7% more L3 per core
    Intel Core i3 4340 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 4340 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
  • 15.6% lower boost power
    Intel Core i3 4340 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 4340 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
  • 16.7% more L3 per core
    Intel Core i3 4340 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.
  • Supports ECC memory
    Intel Core i3 4340 supports ECC memory, the average processor does not.
  • Includes stock cooler
    Intel Core i3 4340 includes a stock cooler, the average processor does not.
  • 15.6% lower boost power
    Intel Core i3 4340 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.
  • 7 year/s older release date
    Intel Core i3 4340 has an older release date than the average processor (2013 vs 2020).
    September 2,013
  • No crypto acceleration
    Intel Core i3 4340 does not include crypto acceleration, the average processor does.
  • Older TPM support
    Intel Core i3 4340 supports an older TPM version than the average processor (TPM 1.2 vs PTT 2.0).
  • 4 fewer CPU cores
    Intel Core i3 4340 has fewer CPU cores than the average processor (2 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.
  • 30.4% lower single-core score
    Intel Core i3 4340 has a lower Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (1,024 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.
  • 66.7% lower PassMark score
    Intel Core i3 4340 has a lower PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (3,510 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.
  • 19.8% weaker single-core performance
    Intel Core i3 4340 has a lower PassMark single-core score than the average processor (1,991 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.
  • 58.5% lower multi-core score
    Intel Core i3 4340 has a lower Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (1,990 vs 4,793). The average processor scores 4,793 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.
  • 4 fewer CPU threads
    Intel Core i3 4340 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 4340 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 4340 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 4340 does not support Turbo Boost, the average processor does.
  • 83.3% larger process node
    Intel Core i3 4340 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 4340 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.
  • 66.7% smaller L1 cache
    Intel Core i3 4340 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 4340 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 4340 has a lower L3 cache than the average processor (4 MB vs 8 MB). The average processor has L3 cache of 8 MB.
  • Less advanced microarchitecture
    Intel Core i3 4340 uses a less advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Haswell vs Kaby Lake).
  • 71.7% fewer transistors
    Intel Core i3 4340 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 4340 uses a less advanced foundry process than the average processor (Intel 22 nm vs Intel 14 nm).
  • 44.1% lower memory bandwidth
    Intel Core i3 4340 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 4340 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.
  • Older DDR support
    Intel Core i3 4340 supports an older DDR generation than the average processor (DDR3/DDR3L vs DDR4).
  • 50% less memory capacity
    Intel Core i3 4340 has fewer maximum memory capacity than the average processor (32 GB vs 64 GB). The average processor supports 64 GB of memory.
  • No configurable TDP
    Intel Core i3 4340 does not support configurable TDP, the average processor does.
  • 20% higher base power
    Intel Core i3 4340 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 4340 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 4340 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 4340 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 4340 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
  • 30.4% lower single-core score
    Intel Core i3 4340 has a lower Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (1,024 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 4340 has a lower Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (1,024 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.1,024 vs 1,471
  • 66.7% lower PassMark score
    Intel Core i3 4340 has a lower PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (3,510 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 4340 has a lower PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (3,510 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.3,510 vs 10,532.5
  • 19.8% weaker single-core performance
    Intel Core i3 4340 has a lower PassMark single-core score than the average processor (1,991 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 4340 has a lower PassMark single-core score than the average processor (1,991 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.1,991 vs 2,483
  • 58.5% lower multi-core score
    Intel Core i3 4340 has a lower Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (1,990 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 4340 has a lower Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (1,990 vs 4,793). The average processor scores 4,793 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.1,990 vs 4,793
  • 80% smaller L2 cache
    Intel Core i3 4340 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 4340 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
  • 4 fewer CPU threads
    Intel Core i3 4340 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 4340 has fewer CPU threads than the average processor (4 vs 8). The average processor has 8 CPU threads.4 vs 8

Graphic comparison of Intel Core i3 4340 and other processors

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(Reviews last updated: May 2026)

What customers like about Intel Core i3 4340?

  • Excellent single-threaded performance for its class, making it fast for general office tasks and web browsing.
  • High power efficiency with low power draw, especially in idle mode due to the Haswell architecture.
  • Equipped with Intel HD Graphics 4600, which is capable of handling multimedia and light 3D gaming without a dedicated GPU.
  • Features Hyper-Threading (2 cores, 4 threads), allowing it to handle some moderately threaded applications better than standard dual-core chips.
  • Support for modern instruction sets like AVX2 and AES-NI, improving performance in encryption and specialized tasks.

What customers dislike about Intel Core i3 4340?

  • Limited to only two physical cores, which leads to performance bottlenecks in heavily multi-threaded modern games and professional applications.
  • Locked multiplier prevents any overclocking, limiting the performance ceiling for enthusiasts.
  • Poor value proposition compared to similarly priced i5 models that offer four true physical cores.
  • Can struggle with the latest AAA games that require quad-core performance as a baseline.
  • Integrated graphics, while improved, are significantly outperformed by competing AMD APUs for gaming.

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browser.geekbench.com
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The Intel Core i3-4340 is a 22nm Haswell-based dual-core desktop processor operating at 3.6 GHz, offering strong single-threaded performance that can outperform older i5 models, making it suitable for basic computing and light gaming. Key pros include a low 54W TDP for efficiency and built-in Intel HD Graphics 4600 for handling high-definition media, though it suffers from limited...Read more

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cpubenchmark.net
29/03/2026

The Intel Core i3-4340 is a 4th-generation "Haswell" desktop processor for the LGA 1150 socket, featuring a 3.60 GHz base clock across two cores and four threads. It offers strong single-thread performance, outperforming many contemporary AMD FX series chips in lightly threaded tasks. Key advantages include its power efficiency with a 54W TDP and capable integrated Intel HD Graphics...Read more

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tweakpc.de
30/07/2014

The AMD A10-7800 "Kaveri" APU, reviewed by TweakPC, features four "Steamroller" CPU cores and Radeon R7 graphics with a configurable 65W/45W TDP, making it suitable for efficient, small-form-factor systems. Its primary strengths lie in excellent power efficiency and strong integrated graphics performance that enables playable 1080p gaming, though the CPU performance lags behind...Read more

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hardware.fr
01/09/2013

a little longerThinking a little longer The HardWare.fr review analyzes the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 760 (GK104 architecture) as a mid-range, $250 replacement for the GTX 660 Ti, aiming for 1080p performance. It boasts an excellent price-to-performance ratio, often matching the more expensive GTX 670, and performs strongly in titles like Tomb Raider. However, the reference blower-style...Read more

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hardwarecooking.fr
25/04/2021

HardwareCooking's review of Call of Duty: Warzone highlights NVIDIA DLSS as a significant performance booster, notably increasing frame rates on RTX cards at 1440p and 4K. While offering substantial performance gains, the review notes potential drawbacks like increased motion blur and reduced image clarity during fast movements. The "Quality" setting is recommended for the best...Read more

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hardwarecooking.fr
30/10/2020

According to the HardwareCooking review, Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War features highly scalable PC system requirements, allowing the game to run on older hardware like the Intel Core i3-4340 or NVIDIA GTX 670. A key advantage is this accessibility, complemented by modern features such as NVIDIA DLSS and ray-traced shadows. However, a significant drawback is the storage...Read more

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hardware.fr
01/09/2013

The Intel Core i3-4130 and i3-4340 (Haswell) processors deliver roughly a 10% performance boost over Ivy Bridge, with the 4340 featuring higher clocks and more cache. They offer excellent single-threaded performance and high energy efficiency, but lack Turbo Boost and overclocking. While suitable for budget gaming with a dedicated GPU, their dual-core, Hyper-Threaded architecture...Read more

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tweakers.net
01/11/2015

The November 2015 Tweakers Desktop Best Buy Guide focuses on compact, small-form-factor (SFF) builds for budget and entry-level systems, prioritizing space efficiency through Mini-ITX and Micro-ATX standards. These systems offer an excellent price-to-performance ratio for daily tasks, utilizing efficient components to keep costs down, though a key drawback is the limited upgrade...Read more

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