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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£230
  • Avg. price in US: ~$280
  • PassMark benchmark result: 3771
  • N. of physical cores: 2
  • CPU boost clock speed: 3.9 GHz

Intel Core i3 8145U review. Compare 78 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among processors and if it is worth buying.

3.8

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%

3.8

Technical Score

10.0%

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User score

Poor
3.8

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%

2.7

Performance

18.0%

4.7

Cache & Architecture

10.0%

4.5

Memory & PCIe

7.0%

7.6

Power & Thermal

4.0%

7.6

Platform

1.0%

6.3

Integrated Graphics

Poor
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User score

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

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

Score components:

70.0%

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User reviews

30.0%

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Popularity

  • 3.5
    Gaming

    Score components:

    30.0%

    3.1

    PassMark single-core benchmark score

    25.0%

    5.5

    Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score

    20.0%

    4.3

    CPU boost clock speed

    17.0%

    1.6

    L3 cache

    8.0%

    1.0

    N. of physical cores

  • 1.3
    Video editing

    Score components:

    45.0%

    1.2

    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 i3-8145U is an 8th-generation dual-core mobile processor based on the Whiskey Lake architecture, featuring 4 threads and a 14nm lithography. It operates at a base frequency of 2.10 GHz and can reach a maximum turbo frequency of 3.90 GHz, supported by 4 MB of Intel Smart Cache and a default TDP of 15W. Its main advantages include integrated Intel UHD Graphics 620 for 4K video support at 60Hz, compatibility with up to 64 GB of DDR4-2400 memory, and energy efficiency ideal for light multitasking and everyday office tasks. However, it is limited by having only two physical cores, a locked multiplier that prevents overclocking, and performance that struggles with modern demanding games or heavy professional creative workloads.

Technical Specifications of processor Intel Core i3 8145U

Technical Score

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

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

Score components:

60.0%

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Performance

18.0%

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Cache & Architecture

10.0%

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Memory & PCIe

7.0%

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Power & Thermal

4.0%

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Platform

1.0%

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Integrated Graphics

3.8
Intel Core i3 8145U has a technical score of 3.82 points, which is lower than that of 87.8% 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 8145U 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%

3.8

Overall score

40.0%

9.3

Price

5.5
Intel Core i3 8145U has a quality-to-price ratio of 5.5 points, which is lower than 85.9% 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 8145U belongs to the mobile processor class, which is more advanced than that of 7.3% of processors and equal to that of 48.6% of processors.
CPU socket
What it is: The physical socket the processor fits into on the motherboard.
When it matters: When you need to make sure the CPU can actually be installed on a specific motherboard.

Importance: HIGH

FCBGA1528
Intel Core i3 8145U uses the FCBGA1528 CPU socket, which is older than that of 76.7% of processors and equal to that of 1.7% of processors.
Chipset
What it is: The motherboard chipset families officially meant to work with the processor.
When it matters: When you are checking whether a CPU will work with the motherboard features and platform you plan to use.

Importance: HIGH

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

Importance: HIGH

x86-64
Intel Core i3 8145U 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 8145U 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 8145U 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 8145U 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

3.9 GHz
Intel Core i3 8145U reaches a boost clock of 3.9 GHz which is lower than that of 65% of processors and equal to that of 3.5% of processors.
CPU base clock speed
What it is: The processor's normal all-core starting frequency before boost behavior raises clocks temporarily.
When it matters: When you care about steadier performance in longer workloads rather than short burst speed alone.

Importance: MEDIUM

2 x 2.1 GHz
Intel Core i3 8145U has a base clock of 2x2.1 GHz which is equal to that of 100% of processors.
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Semiconductor size
What it is: The manufacturing process node used to produce the processor, usually expressed in nanometers.
When it matters: When efficiency, heat, and the relative modernity of the chip-making process matter to your comparison.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: <10 nm

14 nm
Intel Core i3 8145U 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 8145U 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 8145U 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 8145U 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 8145U has an L1 cache of 128 KB which is smaller than that of 83.1% of processors and equal to that of 14.9% of processors.
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DDR memory version
What it is: The RAM generation the processor is designed to support, such as DDR4 or DDR5.
When it matters: When you need the CPU to match the kind of memory platform you want to buy or reuse.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: DDR5

DDR4/LPDDR3
Intel Core i3 8145U 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 8145U 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

LPDDR3-2133 MHz
Intel Core i3 8145U supports JEDEC memory speeds up to LPDDR3-2133 MHz, which is lower than that of 83.4% of processors and equal to 0.4% of processors.
Max memory speed (XMP / EXPO)
What it is: The highest memory speed supported through XMP or EXPO profiles.
When it matters: When you want faster RAM through memory profiles.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=5200 MHz

N/A
Maximum memory capacity
What it is: The largest total amount of memory officially supported by the processor.
When it matters: When you plan a system with very large RAM capacity.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >=128 GB

64 GB
Intel Core i3 8145U supports up to 64 GB of memory, which is more than 28.4% of processors and equal to 27.6% of processors.
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Integrated graphics
What it is: Includes built-in graphics, so the system can output video without a separate graphics card.
When it matters: When you want the PC to work without a dedicated GPU, or you are building an office, media, compact, or troubleshooting-friendly system.

Importance: HIGH

yes
Intel Core i3 8145U includes integrated graphics. 87.6% of processors include integrated graphics.
Intel UHD Graphics 620
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 8145U uses the Intel UHD Graphics 620 integrated GPU, which is less advanced than that in 55.8% of processors and equal to that in 1.2% of processors.
Integrated GPU execution units
What it is: The number of execution units available in the integrated graphics part of the processor.
When it matters: When you plan to rely on built-in graphics and want a better sense of its light gaming, display, or media capability.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=24

23
Intel Core i3 8145U has 23 GPU execution units, which is fewer than 50.9% of processors and equal to 0.6% of processors.
Integrated GPU base frequency
What it is: The base operating frequency of the integrated GPU.
When it matters: When integrated graphics performance matters to you.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=350 MHz

300 MHz
Intel Core i3 8145U 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

VC-1 (HW decode)
Intel Core i3 8145U 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

15 W
Intel Core i3 8145U 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 8145U has a base power of 15 W which is lower than that of 77.2% of processors and equal to that of 16.2% of processors.
Boost power (PL2)
What it is: The short-term boost power limit the processor may draw under heavier turbo loads.
When it matters: When you size cooling and power delivery for peak turbo behavior.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <50 W

25 W
Intel Core i3 8145U has a boost power of 25 W which is lower than that of 83.1% of processors and equal to that of 9.2% of processors.
Tau (power duration limit)
What it is: The time limit the CPU can stay at higher boost power before dropping toward sustained power.
When it matters: When you want to understand turbo behavior under longer loads.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <=28 s

28 seconds
Intel Core i3 8145U 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 8145U supports configurable TDP. 52.9% of processors support configurable TDP.
cTDP: 10 W
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Intel Core i3 8145U vs the average processor

  • 66.7% lower base power
    Intel Core i3 8145U 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 8145U has a lower base power draw than the average processor (15 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a base power draw of 45 W.15 W vs 45 W
  • 60.9% lower boost power
    Intel Core i3 8145U has a lower boost power draw than the average processor (25 W vs 64 W). The average processor has a boost power draw of 64 W.
    What it is: The short-term boost power limit the processor may draw under heavier turbo loads.
    When it matters: When you size cooling and power delivery for peak turbo behavior.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: <50 W

    Intel Core i3 8145U has a lower boost power draw than the average processor (25 W vs 64 W). The average processor has a boost power draw of 64 W.25 W vs 64 W
  • 29.5% higher single-core score
    Intel Core i3 8145U has a higher Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (1,905 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 8145U has a higher Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (1,905 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.1,905 vs 1,471
  • 66.7% lower TDP
    Intel Core i3 8145U 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 8145U has a lower TDP than the average processor (15 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a TDP of 45 W.15 W vs 45 W
  • Includes crypto acceleration
    Intel Core i3 8145U includes crypto acceleration, the average processor does not.
    What it is: Built-in hardware support for accelerating encryption and cryptographic tasks.
    When it matters: When encryption speed or secure workloads matter to you.

    Importance: LOW

    Intel Core i3 8145U includes crypto acceleration, the average processor does not.AES, SHA, RSA/PKA vs AES, SHA
  • Newer DDR support
    Intel Core i3 8145U 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 8145U 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 8145U 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 8145U has more L3 cache per core than the average processor (2 MB/core vs 1.714 MB/core). The average processor provides 1.714 MB/core of L3 cache per core.2 MB/core vs 1.714 MB/core
  • Includes crypto acceleration
    Intel Core i3 8145U includes crypto acceleration, the average processor does not.
  • 29.5% higher single-core score
    Intel Core i3 8145U has a higher Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (1,905 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.
  • 16.7% more L3 per core
    Intel Core i3 8145U 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 8145U supports a newer DDR generation than the average processor (DDR4/LPDDR3 vs DDR4).
  • 66.7% lower base power
    Intel Core i3 8145U has a lower base power draw than the average processor (15 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a base power draw of 45 W.
  • 60.9% lower boost power
    Intel Core i3 8145U has a lower boost power draw than the average processor (25 W vs 64 W). The average processor has a boost power draw of 64 W.
  • 66.7% lower TDP
    Intel Core i3 8145U has a lower TDP than the average processor (15 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a TDP of 45 W.

Total
Platform
Performance
Cache & Architecture
Memory & PCIe
Power & Thermal
  • Older CPU socket
    Intel Core i3 8145U uses an older CPU socket than the average processor (FCBGA1,528 vs FP2).
  • 2 year/s older release date
    Intel Core i3 8145U has an older release date than the average processor (2,018 vs 2,020).
    August 2018
  • 76.4% weaker multi-core performance
    Intel Core i3 8145U has a lower multi-core performance than the average processor (657 vs 2,783). The average processor scores 2,783 in Cinebench R20 multi-core.
  • 4 fewer CPU cores
    Intel Core i3 8145U has fewer CPU cores than the average processor (2 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.
  • 38.8% lower Cinebench R20 single-core score
    Intel Core i3 8145U has a lower Cinebench R20 single-core score than the average processor (296 vs 484). The average processor scores 484 in Cinebench R20 single-core.
  • 76.6% lower multi-core score
    Intel Core i3 8145U has a lower Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (1,120 vs 4,793). The average processor scores 4,793 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.
  • 64.2% lower PassMark score
    Intel Core i3 8145U has a lower PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (3,771 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.
  • 17% weaker single-core performance
    Intel Core i3 8145U has a lower PassMark single-core score than the average processor (2,060 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.
  • 9.3% lower boost clock
    Intel Core i3 8145U has a lower boost clock speed than the average processor (3.9 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.
  • 4 fewer CPU threads
    Intel Core i3 8145U 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 8145U 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 8145U 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.
  • 7 lower clock multiplier
    Intel Core i3 8145U has a lower clock multiplier than the average processor (21 vs 28). The average processor has a clock multiplier of 28.
  • 80% smaller L2 cache
    Intel Core i3 8145U 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 8145U has a higher process node than the average processor (14 nm vs 12 nm). The average processor uses a process node of 12 nm.
  • 66.7% smaller L1 cache
    Intel Core i3 8145U 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 8145U 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 8145U has a lower L3 cache than the average processor (4 MB vs 8 MB). The average processor has L3 cache of 8 MB.
  • 18.1% lower memory bandwidth
    Intel Core i3 8145U 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.
  • 18.2% lower memory speed
    Intel Core i3 8145U 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 8145U supports less flexible PCIe bifurcation than the average processor (x4, x2/x2, x2/x1/x1, x1/x1/x1/x1 vs x16, x8/x8).
  • 76.4% weaker multi-core performance
    Intel Core i3 8145U has a lower multi-core performance than the average processor (657 vs 2,783). The average processor scores 2,783 in Cinebench R20 multi-core.
    What it is: A Cinebench R20 score that reflects how well the processor handles long, heavy rendering workloads across many cores.
    When it matters: When you care about sustained multi-core performance in rendering, compiling, heavy creation work, or productivity workloads that use many threads.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >4700

    Intel Core i3 8145U has a lower multi-core performance than the average processor (657 vs 2,783). The average processor scores 2,783 in Cinebench R20 multi-core.657 vs 2,783
  • 4 fewer CPU cores
    Intel Core i3 8145U 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 8145U has fewer CPU cores than the average processor (2 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.2 vs 6
  • 38.8% lower Cinebench R20 single-core score
    Intel Core i3 8145U has a lower Cinebench R20 single-core score than the average processor (296 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 8145U has a lower Cinebench R20 single-core score than the average processor (296 vs 484). The average processor scores 484 in Cinebench R20 single-core.296 vs 484
  • 76.6% lower multi-core score
    Intel Core i3 8145U has a lower Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (1,120 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 8145U has a lower Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (1,120 vs 4,793). The average processor scores 4,793 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.1,120 vs 4,793
  • 64.2% lower PassMark score
    Intel Core i3 8145U has a lower PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (3,771 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 8145U has a lower PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (3,771 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.3,771 vs 10,532.5
  • 17% weaker single-core performance
    Intel Core i3 8145U has a lower PassMark single-core score than the average processor (2,060 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 8145U has a lower PassMark single-core score than the average processor (2,060 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.2,060 vs 2,483
  • 80% smaller L2 cache
    Intel Core i3 8145U 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 8145U 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
  • 9.3% lower boost clock
    Intel Core i3 8145U has a lower boost clock speed than the average processor (3.9 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 8145U has a lower boost clock speed than the average processor (3.9 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.3.9 GHz vs 4.3 GHz
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What customers like about Intel Core i3 8145U?

  • Excellent for everyday office work, document editing, and web browsing
  • Highly energy efficient, contributing to good laptop battery life
  • Great value for money in the budget laptop segment
  • Capable of handling light multitasking thanks to multithreading (2 cores, 4 threads)
  • Reliable performance for students and basic home use
  • Supports modern operating systems like Windows 11 effectively

What customers dislike about Intel Core i3 8145U?

  • Dual-core architecture limits performance in heavy multitasking or professional workloads
  • Weak integrated graphics (Intel UHD 620) make it unsuitable for modern 3D gaming
  • Can struggle and hit 100% CPU usage with heavy browser tabs or unoptimized apps
  • Noticeably slower and less competitive compared to newer Ryzen 3 or i3 generations
  • Base clock speed is relatively low at 2.1 GHz
  • Uses older 14nm process technology which is less efficient than newer 7nm or 10nm alternatives

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consumerreports.org
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Onn I3 laptop Laptop & Chromebook Review Note: These results exclusively cover the Intel Core i3-8145U, a 2-core, 4-thread Whiskey Lake processor, and...

The onn. 14-inch i3 laptop (m400213) is a budget-focused Windows machine featuring an Intel Core i3-8145U processor, 4GB of RAM, and a 128GB SSD. Key advantages include its low price, a solid chassis for the price point, and a 1080p display that surpasses the 720p screens on many competitors. It is highly portable at 3.2 pounds and provides roughly 8.5 hours of battery life....Read more

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openbenchmarking.org
Q2 2020
Intel Core i3-8145U - OpenBenchmarking.org

The Intel Core i3-8145U is an 8th-generation "Whiskey Lake" dual-core processor with 4 threads, a 2.1 GHz base clock, and a 3.9 GHz boost, designed for efficient, thin-and-light devices. Key advantages include its 15W TDP (configurable to 7.5W), high single-core performance suitable for daily tasks, and integrated UHD Graphics 620. Conversely, limitations consist of only two...Read more

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cpubenchmark.net
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Intel Core i3-8145U @ 2.10GHz - CPU Benchmarks

The Intel Core i3-8145U is a Whiskey Lake dual-core mobile processor for entry-to-mid-range laptops, operating at 2.1 GHz up to 3.9 GHz with 4MB L3 cache. It offers improved single-core performance over its predecessor, supporting standard office tasks and 4K media consumption. Key advantages include high power efficiency with a 15W TDP and strong single-thread performance, while...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
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Intel Core i3-8145U - LaptopMedia

The Intel Core i3-8145U is a Whiskey Lake dual-core, four-thread processor (2.10 - 3.90 GHz) designed for thin and light laptops. Built on a 14nm++ process, it offers good single-core performance suitable for daily office tasks and web browsing, with responsiveness comparable to older i7-7600U models. A primary pro is its power efficiency and capable performance for basic...Read more

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pcmag.com
15/11/2019
onn. I3 Review - PCMag

The Walmart onn. I3 is a budget-friendly, $399 14-inch laptop featuring surprisingly solid build quality and a 1080p Full HD display that outperforms typical low-cost competition. Driven by an Intel Core i3-8145U processor, it is suitable for basic web surfing and productivity tasks, though it is limited by 4GB of RAM and a 128GB SSD. Key compromises for the price include a lack of...Read more

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ultrabookreview.com
01/09/2018
Acer Swift 3 review (SF314-55G - i3-8145U, Nvidia MX150)

The 2018 Acer Swift 3 (SF314-55G) is a well-built, compact, and affordable ultraportable featuring an all-metal design, a 180-degree hinge, and a solid selection of ports including USB-A and HDMI. While praised for its durability, the review notes minor drawbacks like sharp bottom edges and a lack of Thunderbolt 3 support. Powered by Intel Core U-series processors and NVIDIA MX150...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
20/11/2019
Intel Core i3-1005G1 vs Core i3-8145U – the Ice Lake one wins thanks to its GPU

According to LaptopMedia, the Intel Core i3-1005G1 (Ice Lake) is the superior choice over the i3-8145U (Whiskey Lake) due to a 61% faster integrated GPU, supporting better casual gaming. While the older i3-8145U offers roughly 5% better raw CPU performance due to higher clock speeds, the i3-1005G1 benefits from a more advanced 10nm process and faster memory support (DDR4-3200)....Read more

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laptopmedia.com
12/11/2019
Intel Core i3-10110U vs i3-8145U - the Comet Lake CPU wins the match

The Intel Core i3-10110U outperforms the i3-8145U by offering 35% faster performance in benchmarks, thanks to a higher 4.10 GHz boost clock and support for faster DDR4-2666 memory. While sharing the same dual-core, quad-thread structure and 15W TDP, the 10th-gen chip offers superior efficiency and speed without increased power consumption, proving to be a significant upgrade for...Read more

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uk.pcmag.com
15/11/2019
onn. I3 Review - Laptops - PCMag UK

The onn. 14-inch laptop from Walmart offers a robust build and a 1080p display, distinguishing itself from competitors with better screen quality for the price. Equipped with an Intel Core i3-8145U processor, it is capable of basic productivity, though performance is limited by 4GB of RAM and a 128GB SSD. Despite weak speakers, a lack of an HDMI port, and a shallow keyboard, the...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
09/05/2019
ASUS VivoBook S14 S430 review - another decent 14-incher

The Asus VivoBook S14 S430 is a budget-friendly 14-inch laptop featuring an 18mm thin design with a functional ErgoLift hinge for improved typing and cooling. While the exterior is professional, the base feels plasticky and exhibits some flex. Performance relies on a conservative, quiet thermal setup that prioritizes low temperatures over maximum speed, making it better suited for...Read more

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notebookcheck.com
01/10/2019
Dell Latitude 3400 Review: Affordable Business Laptop with Long Battery Life

The Dell Latitude 3400 is an entry-level 14-inch business laptop highlighted by exceptional battery life (approx. 11 hours in web browsing with the 56 Wh battery), a sturdy, functional design, and a comprehensive selection of modern and legacy ports. Performance is reliable for office tasks, bolstered by 8th-generation Intel processors, fast SSD storage, and quiet operation under...Read more

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notebooks-und-mobiles.de
26/02/2019
Whiskey Lake - Intel Core i3-8145U Review

The Intel Core i3-8145U, a dual-core Whiskey Lake processor, serves as a capable, power-efficient option for entry-level office work and web browsing. According to notebooks-und-mobiles.de, the CPU boasts impressive single-core efficiency with boost clocks up to 3.9 GHz, yet faces significant limitations in multi-threaded tasks. While praised for its low power consumption, the...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
20/11/2019
Intel Core i3-1005G1 vs Core i3-8145U – Ice Lake wins thanks to its GPU

The Intel Core i3-1005G1 (Ice Lake) and Core i3-8145U (Whiskey Lake) share a similar dual-core foundation, but the i3-1005G1 offers superior memory support (DDR4-3200/LPDDR4-3733) as a key advantage. A major disadvantage for the newer i3-1005G1 is its lower base (1.20 GHz) and boost (3.40 GHz) frequencies compared to the 2.10 GHz base and 3.90 GHz boost of the i3-8145U. While CPU...Read more

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computerbase.de
29/11/2018
Intel Core i5-8265U & i3-8145U Review", "Testing the Intel Core i5-8265U & i3-8145U

ComputerBase evaluated Intel's 15-watt Whiskey Lake processors (Core i5-8265U/i3-8145U), which utilize an optimized 14nm++ process to deliver significantly higher single-core Turbo Boost clocks over previous Kaby Lake Refresh models. The primary pros include improved burst performance for daily tasks and a modernized platform featuring integrated Gigabit Wi-Fi and faster native USB...Read more

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ratake.com
10/06/2026
Intel Core i3-8145U Specifications and Review

The Intel Core i3-8145U is a dual-core Whiskey Lake processor operating at 2.1 GHz with a 3.9 GHz boost, manufactured on a 14nm++ process to power 15W TDP ultra-low voltage mobile devices. It features impressive single-thread speed ideal for office tasks and 4K playback, while Supporting up to 64GB of RAM and integrated UHD Graphics 620. However, its two-core design limits...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
20/11/2019
Intel Core i3-1005G1 vs. Core i3-8145U Comparison

LaptopMedia concludes that the Intel Core i3-1005G1 (Ice Lake) is superior to the Core i3-8145U (Whiskey Lake) due to vastly superior integrated graphics, which perform 61% higher, despite both sharing a $281.00 USD price tag. While the i3-8145U offers a negligible 5% higher CPU clock speed, the i3-1005G1 provides better memory support (DDR4-3200/LPDDR4-3733) and better casual...Read more

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cpu-monkey.com
05/02/2026
Intel Core i3-8145U Benchmarks & Specs

The Intel Core i3-8145U is a 14nm++ Whiskey Lake-U dual-core processor (2 cores/4 threads) designed for thin laptops, operating at 2.10 GHz with a 3.90 GHz boost and a 15W TDP. It delivers improved single-core performance over its predecessors, suitable for daily office tasks and featuring integrated UHD Graphics 620 with modern codec support. However, as a dual-core chip, it faces...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
20/11/2019
Intel Core i3-1005G1 vs Core i3-8145U – The Ice Lake model wins thanks to its GPU

LaptopMedia declares the 10nm Intel Core i3-1005G1 (Ice Lake) superior to the 14nm Core i3-8145U (Whiskey Lake) due to its 61% faster UHD Graphics G1 and faster RAM support (DDR4-3200/LPDDR4-3733), despite having lower base/boost clock speeds. While the older i3-8145U boasts higher turbo speeds and a slight ~5% advantage in raw CPU benchmarks, the i3-1005G1 offers better power...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
20/11/2019
Intel Core i3-1005G1 vs Core i3-8145U – the Ice Lake one wins thanks to its GPU

This LaptopMedia comparison highlights the Intel Core i3-1005G1 (Ice Lake) as the superior budget processor over the Core i3-8145U (Whiskey Lake), primarily due to its advanced 10nm architecture, faster memory support (DDR4-3200/LPDDR4-3733), and, most notably, the significantly better Intel UHD Graphics G1. While the i3-8145U offers a 5% higher raw CPU performance advantage thanks...Read more

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hardware.info
07/03/2020
The best budget laptop under 500 euros (ASUS VivoBook Flip 14 i3-8145U Review)

This March 2020 Hardware Info guide highlights budget laptop alternatives under €500, emphasizing that, while alternatives exist to top picks like the Acer Swift 1 and HP 14s, staying in this price range requires significant compromises. Pros of these alternatives include options for larger 15.6-inch displays for better multitasking and varied processor setups suitable for basic...Read more

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tweakers.net
01/10/2019
Laptop Best Buy Guide - October 2019 (HP 14 with i3-8145U Review)

The Tweakers Laptop Best Buy Guide for October 2019 recommends the HP 14s-dq1015nd for budget users, praising its Ice Lake processor and rare IPS screen, despite its plastic chassis. For the basic segment, the Lenovo ThinkPad E595 is highlighted for its superior keyboard and build, though its screen is quite dim. The ThinkBook 13s-IWL tops the Thin & Light category for its robust...Read more

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hardware.info
09/08/2019
A lot of notebook for a little: Asus VivoBook X512FA vs. Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15IWL review

Hardware Info compares the budget-friendly ASUS VivoBook X512FA and Lenovo IdeaPad S145-15IWL, both featuring Intel Core i3-8145U processors and 256GB SSDs. The ASUS is highlighted for its modern design, thin "NanoEdge" bezels, and the ergonomic ErgoLift hinge, while the Lenovo is characterized by a more functional, sturdy plastic chassis. The review indicates the ASUS VivoBook...Read more

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