Intel Core i3-8100
Category: CPU / Processor
Manufacturer: Intel
Cores: 4C / 8T
Clock: 3.6 - 3.6 GHz
Socket: LGA1151
TDP: 65W
Price: $89.08 from Newegg

Intel Core i3-8100
Cores
4C / 8T
Clock
3.6 - 3.6 GHz
Socket
LGA1151
TDP
65W
Best price from Newegg
$89.08
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Overview
The Intel Core i3-8100 brings 4 cores and 8 threads. 6MB of L3 cache helps in cache-sensitive games and workloads. Clocks run from 3.6GHz base to 3.6GHz boost. Integrated Intel UHD Graphics 630 graphics let it run headless-GPU builds and troubleshooting. It drops into the LGA1151 socket with a 65W TDP — about 16.3W per core.
Match the socket to your motherboard first; cooler TDP rating second. Expect to pay around $89.08, which lands it among budget options. Use the PlanMyPC system builder to verify it works alongside your other components and to watch live retailer pricing. Support and warranty service run through Intel, with terms that vary by region.
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| TDP | 65 W |
| CPU Cores | 4 |
| Socket | LGA1151 |
| L3 Cache | 6 MB |
| Threads | 8 |
| Base Clock | 3.6 GHz |
| Boost Clock | 3.6 GHz |
| Microarchitecture | Coffee Lake |
| Integrated Graphics | Intel UHD Graphics 630 |




