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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£480
  • Avg. price in US: ~$280
  • PassMark benchmark result: 3524
  • N. of physical cores: 2
  • CPU boost clock speed: 3.4 GHz

Intel Core i3 8130U review. Compare 78 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among processors and if it is worth buying.

4.0

Overall score

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

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

Score components:

90.0%

4.0

Technical Score

10.0%

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User score

Poor
4.0

Technical Score

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

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

Score components:

60.0%

3.1

Performance

18.0%

4.8

Cache & Architecture

10.0%

4.0

Memory & PCIe

7.0%

7.4

Power & Thermal

4.0%

7.0

Platform

1.0%

6.9

Integrated Graphics

Poor
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User score

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

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

Score components:

70.0%

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User reviews

30.0%

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Popularity

  • 2.4
    Gaming

    Score components:

    30.0%

    2.6

    PassMark single-core benchmark score

    25.0%

    2.8

    Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score

    20.0%

    2.8

    CPU boost clock speed

    17.0%

    1.6

    L3 cache

    8.0%

    1.0

    N. of physical cores

  • 1.4
    Video editing

    Score components:

    45.0%

    1.5

    Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score

    20.0%

    1.0

    N. of physical cores

    20.0%

    1.6

    CPU threads

    15.0%

    1.6

    L3 cache

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Verdict

The Intel Core i3-8130U is a 14nm mobile processor from the 8th Generation Kaby Lake Refresh lineup, featuring 2 cores and 4 threads with Intel Hyper-Threading technology. It operates at a 2.20 GHz base frequency and can reach a maximum turbo boost of 3.40 GHz, marking one of the first i3 mobile chips to include turbo mode. The CPU is equipped with 4 MB of Intel Smart Cache, a 15W TDP, and integrated Intel UHD Graphics 620, supporting up to 32 GB of DDR4-2400 or LPDDR3-2133 memory. Main advantages include its high single-core efficiency for everyday productivity, low power consumption for improved battery life, and official support for Windows 11. However, its primary drawbacks are the limited dual-core configuration, which hampers performance in modern multi-threaded workloads, and its struggle with demanding tasks like heavy video editing or AAA gaming.

Technical Specifications of processor Intel Core i3 8130U

Technical Score

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

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

Score components:

60.0%

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Performance

18.0%

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Cache & Architecture

10.0%

?

Memory & PCIe

7.0%

?

Power & Thermal

4.0%

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Platform

1.0%

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Integrated Graphics

4.0
Intel Core i3 8130U has a technical score of 4.01 points, which is lower than that of 80.5% of products in this category.
User score

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

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

Score components:

70.0%

0.0

User reviews

30.0%

1.0

Popularity

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Popularity
What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the processor.
When it matters: When you prefer to choose a processor reviewed and selected by many other buyers.
1.0
Intel Core i3 8130U has a popularity of 1 points, which is higher than 0% of products in this category.
Ratio quality/price

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

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

Score components:

60.0%

4.0

Overall score

40.0%

8.0

Price

5.2
Intel Core i3 8130U has a quality-to-price ratio of 5.2 points, which is lower than 93.9% of products in this category.
Brand name
What it is: The manufacturer or brand of the product.
When it matters: When you prefer a specific ecosystem, support network, or design philosophy.

Importance: MEDIUM

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

Importance: HIGH

mobile
Intel Core i3 8130U belongs to the mobile processor class, which is more advanced than that of 7.3% of processors and equal to that of 48.6% of processors.
CPU socket
What it is: The physical socket the processor fits into on the motherboard.
When it matters: When you need to make sure the CPU can actually be installed on a specific motherboard.

Importance: HIGH

FCBGA1356
Intel Core i3 8130U uses the FCBGA1356 CPU socket, which is older than that of 88.1% of processors and equal to that of 3% of processors.
Chipset
What it is: The motherboard chipset families officially meant to work with the processor.
When it matters: When you are checking whether a CPU will work with the motherboard features and platform you plan to use.

Importance: HIGH

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

Importance: HIGH

x86-64
Intel Core i3 8130U 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 8130U 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 8130U 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 8130U offers 2 threads per core, which is more than 30.4% of processors and equal to 69.6% of processors.
CPU boost clock speed
What it is: The highest clock speed the processor can reach under boost conditions.
When it matters: When you care about peak speed in short bursts.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >4.7 GHz

3.4 GHz
Intel Core i3 8130U reaches a boost clock of 3.4 GHz which is lower than that of 83.7% of processors and equal to that of 2.9% of processors.
CPU base clock speed
What it is: The processor's normal all-core starting frequency before boost behavior raises clocks temporarily.
When it matters: When you care about steadier performance in longer workloads rather than short burst speed alone.

Importance: MEDIUM

2 x 2.2 GHz
Intel Core i3 8130U has a base clock of 2x2.2 GHz which is equal to that of 100% of processors.
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Semiconductor size
What it is: The manufacturing process node used to produce the processor, usually expressed in nanometers.
When it matters: When efficiency, heat, and the relative modernity of the chip-making process matter to your comparison.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: <10 nm

14 nm
Intel Core i3 8130U uses a 14 nm process node, which is older than that of 50.8% of processors and equal to that of 33.7% of processors.
Foundry
What it is: The semiconductor manufacturer that physically fabricates the processor chip.
When it matters: When process source, manufacturing generation, or foundry differences matter to your comparison more than day-to-day performance alone.

Importance: MEDIUM

Intel 14 nm
Intel Core i3 8130U is built on the Intel 14 nm foundry process, which is less advanced than that of 55.2% of processors and equal to that of 29.3% of processors.
L3 cache
What it is: The total amount of L3 cache available on the processor.
When it matters: When you want better performance in cache-sensitive workloads and games.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=16 MB

4 MB
Intel Core i3 8130U 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 8130U 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

256 KB
Intel Core i3 8130U has an L1 cache of 256 KB which is smaller than that of 59.4% of processors and equal to that of 18.5% of processors.
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DDR memory version
What it is: The RAM generation the processor is designed to support, such as DDR4 or DDR5.
When it matters: When you need the CPU to match the kind of memory platform you want to buy or reuse.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: DDR5

DDR4/LPDDR3
Intel Core i3 8130U supports DDR DDR4/LPDDR3, which is newer than that of 58.1% of processors and equal to that of 2.1% of processors.
Maximum memory speed
What it is: The highest official memory speed supported by the processor.
When it matters: When you choose RAM and want to know the supported speed ceiling.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >=4800 MHz

2,400 MHz
Intel Core i3 8130U supports memory speeds up to 2400 MHz, which is lower than that of 63.2% of processors and equal to 12.4% 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

DDR4-2400 MHz
Intel Core i3 8130U supports JEDEC memory speeds up to DDR4-2400 MHz, which is lower than that of 63.4% of processors and equal to 10.6% 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 8130U 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 8130U includes integrated graphics. 87.6% of processors include integrated graphics.
Integrated GPU model
What it is: The model name of the integrated graphics processor, if present.
When it matters: When you plan to use the CPU's built-in graphics.

Importance: MEDIUM

Intel UHD Graphics 620
Intel Core i3 8130U uses the Intel UHD Graphics 620 integrated GPU, which is less advanced than that in 55.8% of processors and equal to that in 1.2% of processors.
Integrated GPU execution units
What it is: The number of execution units available in the integrated graphics part of the processor.
When it matters: When you plan to rely on built-in graphics and want a better sense of its light gaming, display, or media capability.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=24

24
Intel Core i3 8130U has 24 GPU execution units, which is more than 49.2% of processors and equal to 21.6% of processors.
Integrated GPU base frequency
What it is: The base operating frequency of the integrated GPU.
When it matters: When integrated graphics performance matters to you.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=350 MHz

300 MHz
Intel Core i3 8130U has an integrated GPU clock of 300 MHz which is lower than that of 57% of processors and equal to that of 38.7% of processors.
Integrated media encoders/decoders
What it is: The hardware media formats the processor can encode or decode directly.
When it matters: When you stream, edit video, or rely on hardware media acceleration.

Importance: LOW

H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode), VP8 (HW decode/encode), JPEG (HW decode)
Intel Core i3 8130U supports H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode), VP8 (HW decode/encode), JPEG (HW decode) media codecs, which is broader support than 79.7% of processors and equal to 0.7% of processors.
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TDP (Thermal design power)
What it is: The rated thermal design power, which gives a general idea of cooling and power needs.
When it matters: When you choose a cooler or build in a tighter case.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: <30 W

15 W
Intel Core i3 8130U has a TDP of 15 W which is lower than that of 77.7% of processors and equal to that of 16.1% of processors.
Base power (PL1)
What it is: The sustained power target used for longer CPU loads.
When it matters: When you choose cooling and power delivery for sustained workloads.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <30 W

15 W
Intel Core i3 8130U has a base power of 15 W which is lower than that of 77.2% of processors and equal to that of 16.2% of processors.
Boost power (PL2)
What it is: The short-term boost power limit the processor may draw under heavier turbo loads.
When it matters: When you size cooling and power delivery for peak turbo behavior.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <50 W

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

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <=28 s

28 seconds
Intel Core i3 8130U has a turbo duration of 28 seconds which is longer than that of 3.8% of processors and equal to that of 85% of processors.
Configurable TDP
What it is: Allows the processor to run in alternate power modes instead of being fixed to one default TDP target.
When it matters: When you want more control over heat, noise, and power draw in compact systems, quieter builds, or thermally limited machines.

Importance: LOW

yes
Intel Core i3 8130U supports configurable TDP. 52.9% of processors support configurable TDP.
cTDP: 10 W
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Intel Core i3 8130U vs the average processor

  • 66.7% lower base power
    Intel Core i3 8130U has a lower base power draw than the average processor (15 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a base power draw of 45 W.
    What it is: The sustained power target used for longer CPU loads.
    When it matters: When you choose cooling and power delivery for sustained workloads.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: <30 W

    Intel Core i3 8130U has a lower base power draw than the average processor (15 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a base power draw of 45 W.15 W vs 45 W
  • 30.9% smaller die size
    Intel Core i3 8130U has a lower die size than the average processor (123 mm² vs 178 mm²). The average processor has a die size of 178 mm².
    What it is: The physical area of the processor die, usually measured in square millimeters.
    When it matters: When you are comparing chip scale, packaging density, or broader design differences rather than direct user-visible performance.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: <150 mm²

    Intel Core i3 8130U has a lower die size than the average processor (123 mm² vs 178 mm²). The average processor has a die size of 178 mm².123 mm² vs 178 mm²
  • 66.7% lower TDP
    Intel Core i3 8130U has a lower TDP than the average processor (15 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a TDP of 45 W.
    What it is: The rated thermal design power, which gives a general idea of cooling and power needs.
    When it matters: When you choose a cooler or build in a tighter case.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: <30 W

    Intel Core i3 8130U has a lower TDP than the average processor (15 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a TDP of 45 W.15 W vs 45 W
  • Newer DDR support
    Intel Core i3 8130U supports a newer DDR generation than the average processor (DDR4/LPDDR3 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 8130U supports a newer DDR generation than the average processor (DDR4/LPDDR3 vs DDR4).DDR4/LPDDR3 vs DDR4
  • 16.7% more L3 per core
    Intel Core i3 8130U 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 8130U 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
  • 30.9% smaller die size
    Intel Core i3 8130U has a lower die size than the average processor (123 mm² vs 178 mm²). The average processor has a die size of 178 mm².
  • 16.7% more L3 per core
    Intel Core i3 8130U has more L3 cache per core than the average processor (2 MB/core vs 1.714 MB/core). The average processor provides 1.714 MB/core of L3 cache per core.
  • Newer DDR support
    Intel Core i3 8130U supports a newer DDR generation than the average processor (DDR4/LPDDR3 vs DDR4).
  • 66.7% lower base power
    Intel Core i3 8130U has a lower base power draw than the average processor (15 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a base power draw of 45 W.
  • 66.7% lower TDP
    Intel Core i3 8130U has a lower TDP than the average processor (15 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a TDP of 45 W.

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Cache & Architecture
Memory & PCIe
Power & Thermal
  • Older CPU socket
    Intel Core i3 8130U uses an older CPU socket than the average processor (FCBGA1,356 vs FP2).
  • Narrower instruction support
    Intel Core i3 8130U supports a narrower instruction set than the average processor (MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, FMA3, AES vs MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA).
  • No crypto acceleration
    Intel Core i3 8130U does not include crypto acceleration, the average processor does.
  • 2 year/s older release date
    Intel Core i3 8130U has an older release date than the average processor (2,018 vs 2,020).
    February 2018
  • 4 fewer CPU cores
    Intel Core i3 8130U has fewer CPU cores than the average processor (2 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.
  • 20.9% lower boost clock
    Intel Core i3 8130U has a lower boost clock speed than the average processor (3.4 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.
  • 25.7% weaker single-core performance
    Intel Core i3 8130U has a lower PassMark single-core score than the average processor (1,846 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.
  • 30.6% lower single-core score
    Intel Core i3 8130U has a lower Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (1,021 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.
  • 28.1% lower Cinebench R20 single-core score
    Intel Core i3 8130U has a lower Cinebench R20 single-core score than the average processor (348 vs 484). The average processor scores 484 in Cinebench R20 single-core.
  • 66.5% lower PassMark score
    Intel Core i3 8130U has a lower PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (3,524 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.
  • 60.8% lower multi-core score
    Intel Core i3 8130U has a lower Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (1,877 vs 4,793). The average processor scores 4,793 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.
  • 4 fewer CPU threads
    Intel Core i3 8130U has fewer CPU threads than the average processor (4 vs 8). The average processor has 8 CPU threads.
  • 50% lower bus transfer rate
    Intel Core i3 8130U has a lower bus transfer rate than the average processor (4 GT/s vs 8 GT/s). The average processor offers bus transfer rate of 8 GT/s.
  • 50% lower bus speed
    Intel Core i3 8130U 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.
  • 6 lower clock multiplier
    Intel Core i3 8130U has a lower clock multiplier than the average processor (22 vs 28). The average processor has a clock multiplier of 28.
  • 80% smaller L2 cache
    Intel Core i3 8130U has a lower L2 cache than the average processor (0.5 MB vs 2.5 MB). The average processor has L2 cache of 2.5 MB.
  • 16.7% larger process node
    Intel Core i3 8130U has a higher process node than the average processor (14 nm vs 12 nm). The average processor uses a process node of 12 nm.
  • 50% less L2 per core
    Intel Core i3 8130U 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 8130U has a lower L3 cache than the average processor (4 MB vs 8 MB). The average processor has L3 cache of 8 MB.
  • 33.3% smaller L1 cache
    Intel Core i3 8130U has a lower L1 cache than the average processor (256 KB vs 384 KB). The average processor has L1 cache of 384 KB.
  • 4 fewer PCIe lanes
    Intel Core i3 8130U has fewer PCIe lanes than the average processor (12 vs 16). The average processor offers 16 PCIe lanes.
  • 18.1% lower memory bandwidth
    Intel Core i3 8130U has a lower memory bandwidth than the average processor (37.5 GB/s vs 45.8 GB/s). The average processor offers memory bandwidth of 45.8 GB/s.
  • 50% less memory capacity
    Intel Core i3 8130U has fewer maximum memory capacity than the average processor (32 GB vs 64 GB). The average processor supports 64 GB of memory.
  • 18.2% lower memory speed
    Intel Core i3 8130U has a lower maximum memory speed than the average processor (2,400 MHz vs 2,933 MHz). The average processor supports memory speed of 2,933 MHz.
  • Limited PCIe bifurcation
    Intel Core i3 8130U supports less flexible PCIe bifurcation than the average processor (x4, x2/x2, x1/x1/x1/x1 vs x16, x8/x8).
  • 4 fewer CPU cores
    Intel Core i3 8130U 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 8130U has fewer CPU cores than the average processor (2 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.2 vs 6
  • 20.9% lower boost clock
    Intel Core i3 8130U has a lower boost clock speed than the average processor (3.4 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.
    What it is: The highest clock speed the processor can reach under boost conditions.
    When it matters: When you care about peak speed in short bursts.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >4.7 GHz

    Intel Core i3 8130U has a lower boost clock speed than the average processor (3.4 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.3.4 GHz vs 4.3 GHz
  • 25.7% weaker single-core performance
    Intel Core i3 8130U has a lower PassMark single-core score than the average processor (1,846 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 8130U has a lower PassMark single-core score than the average processor (1,846 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.1,846 vs 2,483
  • 30.6% lower single-core score
    Intel Core i3 8130U has a lower Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (1,021 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 8130U has a lower Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (1,021 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.1,021 vs 1,471
  • 28.1% lower Cinebench R20 single-core score
    Intel Core i3 8130U has a lower Cinebench R20 single-core score than the average processor (348 vs 484). The average processor scores 484 in Cinebench R20 single-core.
    What it is: A Cinebench R20 benchmark score that reflects single-core CPU performance.
    When it matters: When you care about lighter workloads, interface responsiveness, or software that still depends heavily on one fast core.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >600

    Intel Core i3 8130U has a lower Cinebench R20 single-core score than the average processor (348 vs 484). The average processor scores 484 in Cinebench R20 single-core.348 vs 484
  • 66.5% lower PassMark score
    Intel Core i3 8130U has a lower PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (3,524 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 8130U has a lower PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (3,524 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.3,524 vs 10,532.5
  • 60.8% lower multi-core score
    Intel Core i3 8130U has a lower Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (1,877 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 8130U has a lower Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (1,877 vs 4,793). The average processor scores 4,793 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.1,877 vs 4,793
  • 80% smaller L2 cache
    Intel Core i3 8130U 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 8130U 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
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What customers like about Intel Core i3 8130U?

  • Efficient performance for everyday tasks like web browsing, word processing, and light multitasking.
  • Introduces Turbo Boost technology to the i3 line, allowing speeds up to 3.4 GHz.
  • Competitive single-core performance that keeps pace with higher-end i5 models of the same generation.
  • Improved 4K video playback and hardware decoding for modern codecs like HEVC and VP9.
  • Low power consumption (15W TDP) suitable for slim laptops with good battery life.

What customers dislike about Intel Core i3 8130U?

  • Dual-core design significantly limits multi-threaded performance compared to quad-core i5 or Ryzen alternatives.
  • Struggles with demanding workloads such as video rendering or professional graphic design software.
  • Integrated UHD 620 graphics are insufficient for modern or graphically intensive gaming.
  • Users report high CPU utilization (up to 100%) during relatively simple tasks in modern operating systems.
  • Lacks longevity for future-proofing as software becomes more resource-heavy.

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laptopmag.com
09/07/2019
HP 14 Laptop (DF0023CL) - Full Review and Benchmarks

The HP 14 Laptop (DF0023CL) is a budget-friendly, 3.1-pound notebook featuring an Intel Core i3-8130U processor and 128GB SSD, which deliver solid performance for basic multitasking. It boasts a comfortable, backlit keyboard and a 1080p display with thin bezels, offering a premium feel despite its low price point. However, the 1080p panel is relatively dim at 199 nits, and the...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
23/05/2018
Intel Core i3-8130U vs Intel Core i3-7130U – Benchmarks and Performance Comparison

LaptopMedia compares the 8th Gen Intel Core i3-8130U (Kaby Lake Refresh) and 7th Gen i3-7130U (Kaby Lake), highlighting the i3-8130U’s inclusion of Turbo Boost (up to 3.40 GHz) and a 4MB cache as major advantages over the 7130U's fixed 2.70 GHz speed and 3MB cache. Benchmarks show the i3-8130U delivers superior performance, with roughly 17% higher scores in Cinebench 15 and 29%...Read more

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Intel Core i3-8130U Benchmarks - Geekbench Browser

The Intel Core i3-8130U is a Kaby Lake Refresh mobile processor designed for thin-and-light laptops, featuring 2 cores and 4 threads with a 2.20 GHz base clock and a 3.40 GHz Turbo boost. It excels in everyday productivity and offers roughly 17-29% better performance than its predecessor, the i3-7130U, making it an efficient, low-cost option for office work and light multitasking....Read more

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Intel Core i3-8130U @ 2.20GHz - CPU Benchmarks and Test Suite Results

The Intel Core i3-8130U is a Kaby Lake Refresh dual-core mobile processor featuring a 2.20 GHz base frequency, 4 MB Smart Cache, and integrated UHD Graphics 620. PassMark data indicates a CPU Mark of approximately 3,522, offering a significant performance boost over the i3-7130U, while maintaining a 15W TDP suitable for thin-and-light devices. Pros include excellent power efficiency...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
18/05/2018
Intel Core i3-8130U vs Intel Core i5-8250U – benchmarks and performance comparison

The LaptopMedia review compares the 8th Gen Intel Core i3-8130U (2 cores/4 threads) and the Core i5-8250U (4 cores/8 threads), both sharing a 15W TDP and UHD Graphics 620. Benchmark results show the i5-8250U is significantly faster, offering 71% better 3D rendering and up to 72% faster photo editing performance than the i3. The i5-8250U boasts superior multi-threaded performance and...Read more

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laptopmag.com
25/03/2020
HP Chromebook 15 Review - Laptop Mag

The HP Chromebook 15 offers a premium, two-toned metal design with a 15-inch display, featuring a rare backlit keyboard and a numeric keypad for under $500. It delivers strong performance via an Intel Core i3 processor, allowing for seamless multitasking with over 20 tabs. Furthermore, the device boasts nearly 10 hours of battery life, surpassing the average for its class. Laptop...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
21/05/2018
Intel Core i3-8130U vs Intel Core i3-7100U – Benchmarks and Performance Comparison

The 8th Gen Intel Core i3-8130U represents a significant upgrade over the 7th Gen i3-7100U, primarily due to the introduction of Turbo Boost technology and a higher 3.40 GHz boost frequency compared to the 2.40 GHz locked speed of the i3-7100U. The i3-8130U further improves performance with a larger 4MB cache and support for faster DDR4-2400 memory. Both processors are dual-core...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
18/05/2018
Intel Core i3-8130U vs Intel Core i5-8250U – benchmarks and performance comparison

The Intel Core i3-8130U and Core i5-8250U are both based on the 8th Gen Kaby Lake Refresh architecture, but the i5-8250U offers superior performance with four cores/eight threads compared to the i3-8130U’s two cores/four threads. While both share a 15W TDP and Intel UHD Graphics 620, the i5-8250U boasts a larger 6MB cache versus the i3's 4MB. LaptopMediaLaptopMedia benchmarks show...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
21/05/2018
Intel Core i3-8130U vs Intel Core i3-7100U: Benchmarks and Performance Comparison

The 8th Gen Intel Core i3-8130U significantly outperforms the 7th Gen i3-7100U, utilizing Turbo Boost up to 3.40 GHz and a 4MB cache compared to the i3-7100U's static 2.40 GHz and 3MB cache. Benchmarks demonstrate the i3-8130U’s superiority, with 29% faster 3D rendering (Cinebench 15) and a 48% advantage in Adobe Photoshop, while both maintain a 15W TDP for efficiency. While the...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
23/05/2018
Intel Core i3-8130U vs Intel Core i3-7130U – benchmarks and performance comparison

The LaptopMedia comparison highlights that the Intel Core i3-8130U (Kaby Lake Refresh) outperforms the older Core i3-7130U (Kaby Lake) due to the addition of Turbo Boost technology, a 4 MB L3 cache, and faster memory support. Benchmarks show the i3-8130U is up to 17% faster in 3D rendering and 29% faster in Photoshop compared to the i3-7130U, which lacks Turbo Boost and is limited...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
17/05/2018
Intel Core i3-8130U vs Intel Core i5-7200U – Benchmark and Performance Comparison

The LaptopMedia comparison between the Intel Core i3-8130U (Kaby Lake Refresh) and Core i5-7200U (Kaby Lake) reveals that both are dual-core, 14nm processors, with the newer i3-8130U providing a higher 3.40 GHz turbo boost and a larger 4MB L3 cache. Benchmark results show the i3-8130U taking a 12% lead in Adobe Photoshop and a 5% edge in raw synthetic tests, while the older i5-7200U...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
18/05/2018
Intel Core i3-8130U vs Intel Core i5-8250U – Benchmark and Performance Comparison

The Intel Core i5-8250U is the superior processor in this comparison due to its quad-core, eight-thread architecture, which offers a 71% performance lead in Cinebench 15 rendering tasks over the dual-core i3-8130U. While both share the same 14nm architecture and UHD Graphics 620, the i5's 6MB cache and superior multi-core performance make it significantly faster for productivity and...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
25/05/2018
Intel Core i3-8130U vs Intel Core i7-7500U – benchmarks and performance

The Intel Core i3-8130U and Core i7-7500U demonstrate surprising performance parity, with the newer 8th-gen i3 often matching or exceeding the 7th-gen i7, as highlighted in the LaptopMedia review. In benchmarks, the i3-8130U showed a 1% advantage in Cinebench 15 and a notable 14% lead in Photoshop tests, despite the i7-7500U maintaining a 3% edge in raw synthetic tests like Fritz....Read more

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laptopmedia.com
01/07/2026
Intel Core i3-8130U – Specifications and Benchmark Tests

The Intel Core i3-8130U is a Kaby Lake Refresh, 8th-generation, 2-core/4-thread mobile processor designed for budget laptops, featuring a 2.20 GHz base clock and a 3.40 GHz Turbo Boost. It delivers improved efficiency with a 15W TDP and includes integrated UHD Graphics 620 for 4K video playback. Performance tests show it is faster than previous-generation i5 chips (e.g., i5-7200U)...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
17/05/2018
Intel Core i3-8130U vs Intel Core i5-7200U – benchmarks and performance comparison

The Intel Core i3-8130U (8th gen) outperforms the Core i5-7200U (7th gen) due to a higher 3.40 GHz turbo clock, larger 4MB L3 cache, and faster DDR4-2400 RAM support, despite both being 15W dual-core processors. While benchmarks show the i5-7200U with a marginal 1% lead in Cinebench 15, the i3-8130U proves superior in real-world scenarios, including a 12% advantage in Adobe...Read more

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