Intel Core i3-3220
Category: CPU / Processor
Manufacturer: Intel
Cores: 2C / 4T
Clock: 3.3 - 3.3 GHz
Socket: LGA1155
TDP: 55W
Price: $86.99 from Newegg
Intel Core i3-3220
Cores
2C / 4T
Clock
3.3 - 3.3 GHz
Socket
LGA1155
TDP
55W
Best price from Newegg
$86.99
As an Amazon Associate, PlanMyPC earns from qualifying purchases made through links on this page. Learn more
Overview
The Intel Core i3-3220 packs 2 cores and 4 threads. 3MB of L3 cache helps in cache-sensitive games and workloads. Integrated Intel HD Graphics 2500 graphics let it run headless-GPU builds and troubleshooting. It drops into the LGA1155 socket with a 55W TDP — about 27.5W per core. Clocks run from 3.3GHz base to 3.3GHz boost.
Confirm motherboard socket compatibility before anything else, then size the cooler to the TDP. Expect to pay around $86.99, which lands it among budget options. PlanMyPC's builder flags compatibility problems automatically and tracks the latest processor deals from multiple stores. Warranty coverage follows Intel's standard policy — confirm regional terms on the listing.
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| TDP | 55 W |
| CPU Cores | 2 |
| Socket | LGA1155 |
| L3 Cache | 3 MB |
| Threads | 4 |
| Base Clock | 3.3 GHz |
| Boost Clock | 3.3 GHz |
| Microarchitecture | Ivy Bridge |
| Integrated Graphics | Intel HD Graphics 2500 |
