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Intel Core i3-2120

Category: CPU / Processor

Manufacturer: Intel

Cores: 2C / 4T

Clock: 3.3 - 3.3 GHz

Socket: LGA1155

TDP: 65W

Price: $166.00 from Newegg

Intel Core i3-2120 - CPU / Processor
Intel

Intel Core i3-2120

Cores

2C / 4T

Clock

3.3 - 3.3 GHz

Socket

LGA1155

TDP

65W

Best price from Newegg

$166.00

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Overview

The Intel Core i3-2120 brings 2 cores and 4 threads. Integrated Intel HD Graphics 2000 graphics let it run headless-GPU builds and troubleshooting. 3MB of L3 cache helps in cache-sensitive games and workloads. Clocks span 3.3GHz base to 3.3GHz boost. It drops into the LGA1155 socket with a 65W TDP — about 32.5W per core.

Board socket comes first when pairing parts — after that, make sure your cooler's rating covers the chip. At $166.00 it sits in the mid-range processor bracket. PlanMyPC's builder flags compatibility problems automatically and tracks the latest processor deals from multiple stores. Intel backs the product through its standard warranty channels; check the listing for region-specific terms.

SpecificationValue
TDP65 W
CPU Cores2
SocketLGA1155
L3 Cache3 MB
Threads4
Base Clock3.3 GHz
Boost Clock3.3 GHz
MicroarchitectureSandy Bridge
Integrated GraphicsIntel HD Graphics 2000
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