Intel Core i5 3380M Review | 78 Data compared

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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£20
  • Avg. price in US: ~$20
  • PassMark benchmark result: 2948
  • N. of physical cores: 2
  • CPU boost clock speed: 3.6 GHz

Intel Core i5 3380M review. Compare 78 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among processors and if it is worth buying.

4.1

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%

3.7

Technical Score

10.0%

7.3

User score

Poor
3.7

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%

3.2

Performance

18.0%

3.9

Cache & Architecture

10.0%

3.6

Memory & PCIe

7.0%

5.8

Power & Thermal

4.0%

6.8

Platform

1.0%

6.5

Integrated Graphics

Poor
7.3

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%

10

User reviews

30.0%

1.0

Popularity

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

Very good
  • 2.1
    Gaming

    Score components:

    30.0%

    2.5

    PassMark single-core benchmark score

    25.0%

    1.3

    Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score

    20.0%

    3.4

    CPU boost clock speed

    17.0%

    1.4

    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%

    1.4

    L3 cache

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Verdict

The Intel Core i5-3380M is a dual-core, four-thread mobile processor based on the 22nm Ivy Bridge architecture, featuring a 2.9 GHz base frequency and a max turbo speed of 3.6 GHz with a 3MB Intel Smart Cache. Its main characteristics include support for up to 32GB of DDR3/L-1600 memory, a 35W TDP, and integrated Intel HD Graphics 4000. Key pros include high clock speeds for its generation, energy efficiency from 3D transistors, and solid multitasking performance for productivity tasks in thin laptops. However, it is limited by its aging dual-core design, lack of ECC memory support, and a legacy integrated GPU that struggles with modern gaming and high-resolution video demands.

Technical Specifications of processor Intel Core i5 3380M

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%

3.2

Performance

18.0%

3.9

Cache & Architecture

10.0%

3.6

Memory & PCIe

7.0%

5.8

Power & Thermal

4.0%

6.8

Platform

1.0%

6.5

Integrated Graphics

3.7
Intel Core i5 3380M has a technical score of 3.72 points, which is lower than that of 90.3% 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%

10

User reviews

30.0%

1.0

Popularity

User score:
United Kingdom
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7.3
Intel Core i5 3380M has a user score of 7.3 points, which is lower than that of 92.4% 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.
1.0
Intel Core i5 3380M 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%

4.1

Overall score

40.0%

10

Price

5.9
Intel Core i5 3380M has a quality-to-price ratio of 5.9 points, which is lower than 69.8% 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 i5 3380M 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

FCPGA988
Intel Core i5 3380M uses the FCPGA988 CPU socket, which is older than that of 62.1% of processors and equal to that of 1.9% 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

QM77, QS77, HM77, HM76, HM75
Intel Core i5 3380M supports QM77, QS77, HM77, HM76, HM75 chipsets, which is narrower compatibility than 54.2% of processors and equal to that of 1.6% 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 i5 3380M 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 i5 3380M 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 i5 3380M 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 i5 3380M 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

3.6 GHz
Intel Core i5 3380M reaches a boost clock of 3.6 GHz which is lower than that of 76.7% of processors and equal to that of 3.6% 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 2.9 GHz
Intel Core i5 3380M has a base clock of 2x2.9 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 i5 3380M 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 i5 3380M is built on the Intel 22 nm foundry process, which is less advanced than that of 84.6% of processors and equal to that of 10.1% of processors.
L3 cache
What it is: The total amount of L3 cache available on the processor.
When it matters: When you want better performance in cache-sensitive workloads and games.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=16 MB

3 MB
Intel Core i5 3380M has an L3 cache of 3 MB which is smaller than that of 84.8% of processors and equal to that of 5.6% of processors.
L2 cache
What it is: The total amount of L2 cache available across the processor.
When it matters: When you want to compare CPU design efficiency and how much fast intermediate cache the cores have available.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=6 MB

0.5 MB
Intel Core i5 3380M 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 i5 3380M 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
Intel Core i5 3380M supports DDR DDR3, which is older than that of 86.3% of processors and equal to that of 13.7% of processors.
Maximum memory speed
What it is: The highest official memory speed supported by the processor.
When it matters: When you choose RAM and want to know the supported speed ceiling.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >=4800 MHz

1,600 MHz
Intel Core i5 3380M 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

DDR3-1600 MHz
Intel Core i5 3380M supports JEDEC memory speeds up to DDR3-1,600 MHz, which is lower than that of 87.6% of processors and equal to 8.1% 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 i5 3380M 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 i5 3380M 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 4000
Intel Core i5 3380M uses the Intel HD Graphics 4,000 integrated GPU, which is less advanced than that in 69.5% 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

16
Intel Core i5 3380M has 16 GPU execution units, which is fewer than 56.5% of processors and equal to 6.2% 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

650 MHz
Intel Core i5 3380M has an integrated GPU clock of 650 MHz which is higher than that of 83.9% of processors and equal to that of 5.3% 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

MPEG-2 (HW encode)
Intel Core i5 3380M supports MPEG-2 (HW encode) media codecs, which is narrower support than 85.7% 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

35 W
Intel Core i5 3380M has a TDP of 35 W which is lower than that of 51.8% of processors and equal to that of 14.8% 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

35 W
Intel Core i5 3380M has a base power of 35 W which is lower than that of 51.7% of processors and equal to that of 15.1% 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

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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 i5 3380M does not support configurable TDP. 52.9% support configurable TDP.
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Intel Core i5 3380M vs the average processor

  • 33.7% smaller die size
    Intel Core i5 3380M has a lower die size than the average processor (118 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 i5 3380M has a lower die size than the average processor (118 mm² vs 178 mm²). The average processor has a die size of 178 mm².118 mm² vs 178 mm²
  • 5 °C higher TJ Max
    Intel Core i5 3380M has a higher TJ Max than the average processor (105 °C vs 100 °C). The average processor has a TJ Max of 100 °C.
    What it is: The highest safe operating junction temperature before the CPU starts throttling or protecting itself.
    When it matters: When you tune cooling or monitor thermals under load.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: >=100 °C

    Intel Core i5 3380M has a higher TJ Max than the average processor (105 °C vs 100 °C). The average processor has a TJ Max of 100 °C.105 °C vs 100 °C
  • 12.5x cheaper
    Intel Core i5 3380M is cheaper than the average processor (£20 vs £250).
    Intel Core i5 3380M is cheaper than the average processor (£20 vs £250).£20 vs £250
  • 22.2% lower base power
    Intel Core i5 3380M has a lower base power draw than the average processor (35 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 i5 3380M has a lower base power draw than the average processor (35 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a base power draw of 45 W.35 W vs 45 W
  • 85.7% higher GPU clock speed
    Intel Core i5 3380M has a higher integrated GPU frequency than the average processor (650 MHz vs 350 MHz). The average processor has integrated GPU frequency of 350 MHz.
    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

    Intel Core i5 3380M has a higher integrated GPU frequency than the average processor (650 MHz vs 350 MHz). The average processor has integrated GPU frequency of 350 MHz.650 MHz vs 350 MHz
  • 33.7% smaller die size
    Intel Core i5 3380M has a lower die size than the average processor (118 mm² vs 178 mm²). The average processor has a die size of 178 mm².
  • 85.7% higher GPU clock speed
    Intel Core i5 3380M has a higher integrated GPU frequency than the average processor (650 MHz vs 350 MHz). The average processor has integrated GPU frequency of 350 MHz.
  • 5 °C higher TJ Max
    Intel Core i5 3380M has a higher TJ Max than the average processor (105 °C vs 100 °C). The average processor has a TJ Max of 100 °C.
  • 22.2% lower base power
    Intel Core i5 3380M has a lower base power draw than the average processor (35 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a base power draw of 45 W.
  • 7 year/s older release date
    Intel Core i5 3380M has an older release date than the average processor (2013 vs 2020).
    January 2,013
  • Narrower instruction support
    Intel Core i5 3380M supports a narrower instruction set than the average processor (MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, F16C, AES vs MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA).
  • No crypto acceleration
    Intel Core i5 3380M does not include crypto acceleration, the average processor does.
  • Older TPM support
    Intel Core i5 3380M supports an older TPM version than the average processor (TPM 1.2 vs PTT 2.0).
  • 65.5% lower single-core score
    Intel Core i5 3380M has a lower Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (508 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.
  • 4 fewer CPU cores
    Intel Core i5 3380M has fewer CPU cores than the average processor (2 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.
  • 27.6% weaker single-core performance
    Intel Core i5 3380M has a lower PassMark single-core score than the average processor (1,797 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.
  • 16.3% lower boost clock
    Intel Core i5 3380M has a lower boost clock speed than the average processor (3.6 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.
  • 78.3% lower multi-core score
    Intel Core i5 3380M has a lower Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (1,040 vs 4,793). The average processor scores 4,793 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.
  • 72% lower PassMark score
    Intel Core i5 3380M has a lower PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (2,948 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.
  • 4 fewer CPU threads
    Intel Core i5 3380M 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 i5 3380M 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 i5 3380M 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.
  • 83.3% larger process node
    Intel Core i5 3380M 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 i5 3380M has a lower L2 cache than the average processor (0.5 MB vs 2.5 MB). The average processor has L2 cache of 2.5 MB.
  • 62.5% smaller L3 cache
    Intel Core i5 3380M has a lower L3 cache than the average processor (3 MB vs 8 MB). The average processor has L3 cache of 8 MB.
  • 66.7% smaller L1 cache
    Intel Core i5 3380M 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 i5 3380M 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.
  • Less advanced microarchitecture
    Intel Core i5 3380M uses a less advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Ivy Bridge vs Kaby Lake).
  • 12.5% less L3 per core
    Intel Core i5 3380M has less L3 cache per core than the average processor (1.5 MB/core vs 1,714 MB/core). The average processor provides 1,714 MB/core of L3 cache per core.
  • 83.2% fewer transistors
    Intel Core i5 3380M has fewer transistors than the average processor (0.8 billion vs 4.95 billion). The average processor has 4.95 billion transistors.
  • Less advanced foundry
    Intel Core i5 3380M uses a less advanced foundry process than the average processor (Intel 22 nm vs Intel 14 nm).
  • Older DDR support
    Intel Core i5 3380M supports an older DDR generation than the average processor (DDR3 vs DDR4).
  • 44.1% lower memory bandwidth
    Intel Core i5 3380M 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 i5 3380M has a lower maximum memory speed than the average processor (1,600 MHz vs 2,933 MHz). The average processor supports memory speed of 2,933 MHz.
  • 50% less memory capacity
    Intel Core i5 3380M has fewer maximum memory capacity than the average processor (32 GB vs 64 GB). The average processor supports 64 GB of memory.
  • Inferior integrated GPU
    Intel Core i5 3380M uses an inferior integrated GPU to the average processor (Intel HD Graphics 4,000 vs Intel UHD Graphics 630).
  • No configurable TDP
    Intel Core i5 3380M does not support configurable TDP, the average processor does.
  • 5 °C higher CPU temperature
    Intel Core i5 3380M has a higher CPU temperature than the average processor (105 °C vs 100 °C). The average processor runs at a CPU temperature of 100 °C.
  • 65.5% lower single-core score
    Intel Core i5 3380M has a lower Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (508 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 i5 3380M has a lower Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (508 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.508 vs 1,471
  • 4 fewer CPU cores
    Intel Core i5 3380M 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 i5 3380M has fewer CPU cores than the average processor (2 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.2 vs 6
  • 27.6% weaker single-core performance
    Intel Core i5 3380M has a lower PassMark single-core score than the average processor (1,797 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 i5 3380M has a lower PassMark single-core score than the average processor (1,797 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.1,797 vs 2,483
  • 16.3% lower boost clock
    Intel Core i5 3380M has a lower boost clock speed than the average processor (3.6 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 i5 3380M has a lower boost clock speed than the average processor (3.6 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.3.6 GHz vs 4.3 GHz
  • 78.3% lower multi-core score
    Intel Core i5 3380M has a lower Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (1,040 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 i5 3380M has a lower Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (1,040 vs 4,793). The average processor scores 4,793 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.1,040 vs 4,793
  • 83.3% larger process node
    Intel Core i5 3380M 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 i5 3380M 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
  • 72% lower PassMark score
    Intel Core i5 3380M has a lower PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (2,948 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 i5 3380M has a lower PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (2,948 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.2,948 vs 10,532.5
  • 80% smaller L2 cache
    Intel Core i5 3380M 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 i5 3380M 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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(Reviews last updated: May 2026)

What customers like about Intel Core i5 3380M?

  • Excellent value for money as a budget-friendly legacy upgrade
  • Significant performance boost when upgrading from older i3 or 2nd-gen i5 processors
  • Integrated Intel HD Graphics 4000 is a noticeable improvement over previous generations
  • High base clock speed of 2.9 GHz with a reliable Turbo Boost up to 3.6 GHz
  • Low power consumption and good energy efficiency for a 35W TDP mobile chip
  • Supports up to 3 simultaneous displays, improving multi-monitor productivity

What customers dislike about Intel Core i5 3380M?

  • Outdated dual-core architecture struggled with modern high-end gaming or heavy multitasking
  • Limited overclocking potential due to a locked multiplier
  • Lacks support for modern features like AV1 video decoding and PCIe 4.0/5.0
  • Installation can be difficult for casual users as it requires opening the laptop chassis
  • Slow and laggy performance when running contemporary, resource-intensive software

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openbenchmarking.org
Q3'14

The Intel Core i5-3380M is a 22nm Ivy Bridge dual-core mobile processor that offers high-performance computing for laptops, operating at a 2.9 GHz base frequency with a 3.6 GHz boost. It supports Hyper-Threading, AES-NI, and features Intel HD Graphics 4000, making it efficient for tasks requiring strong single-thread performance. Key advantages include its 5–10% performance...Read more

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browser.geekbench.com
30/03/2026

The Intel Core i5-3380M is a 2013-era Ivy Bridge mobile processor featuring two cores, four threads, and a 2.9 GHz base clock, capable of boosting up to 3.6 GHz. Its 35W TDP and high single-core performance make it suitable for basic productivity, while integrated HD Graphics 4000 provides baseline visual performance. However, its outdated architecture, locked multiplier, and...Read more

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cpubenchmark.net
30/03/2026

The Intel Core i5-3380M is a 2013 Ivy Bridge dual-core mobile processor featuring a 2.90 GHz base clock, 3.60 GHz turbo, and Intel HD Graphics 4000. It maintains decent single-thread performance (1,796 PassMark) suitable for basic tasks, though its dual-core, 4-thread architecture limits multi-core performance compared to modern standards. Key pros include high clock speeds for...Read more

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valid.x86.fr
30/03/2026

This CPU-Z validator entry highlights the AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D's exceptional single-thread performance, driven by "Zen 4" architecture and 3D V-Cache technology [ The benchmark demonstrates a high-efficiency power-to-performance ratio, making it an industry leader for gaming workloads [ While a gaming powerhouse, the 8-core, 16-thread configuration shows limitations in raw...Read more

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thinkpad-forum.de
21/01/2014

Forum discussions on ThinkPad-Forum.de regarding Quadcore (i7-2630QM/2670QM) upgrades for the T420 indicate that while technically viable via a modded BIOS (e.g., 1.52), the modification requires specific preparation, including a 90W power adapter to manage higher TDP. Proponents highlight significantly improved multi-threaded performance, 16GB RAM support with faster memory...Read more

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hifitest.de
01/02/2013

The Fujitsu CELSIUS H920 is a 17.3-inch mobile workstation designed for intensive tasks such as CAD and engineering simulations, utilizing 3rd generation Intel Core i7 processors and NVIDIA Quadro graphics. It is recognized for its robust performance, quiet operation, and extensive ISV certifications, making it suitable for professional applications. The system features a 1920x1080...Read more

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