The Core i5-1235U is at least 2x faster gaming CPU than the Core i3-2120. We cannot compare value as at least one CPU is out of stock.
Advantages of the Core i5-1235U
- At least 2x faster CPU for gaming
- Consumes up to 77% less energy – 15 vs 65 Watts
- Can execute more multi-threaded tasks simultaneously – 12 vs 4 threads
Advantages of the Core i3-2120
The Core i5-1235U is better in every way
Core i5-1235U vs Core i3-2120 for Gaming
The CPU's performance in selected game and settings
Core i5-1235U
Feb 23rd, 2022
Average FPS
195
100%
Min 1% FPS
129
100%
Price, €
Out of Stock
Value, €/FPS
Not Available
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Core i5-1235U vs Core i3-2120 in My Games
The FPS you'll get in saved games
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Synthetic Benchmarks
The Core i5-1235U vs Core i3-2120 in synthetic CPU benchmarks
Performance Specifications
The Core i5-1235U vs Core i3-2120 in core CPU performance specifications
Core i5-1235U
Feb 23rd, 2022
Cores
10-core
100%
L3 Cache
12 MB
100%
Base Frequency
1.3 GHz
39%
Turbo Frequency
4.4 GHz
100%
Max. DDR5 RAM Speed
4800 MHz
100%
Core i3-2120
Feb 20th, 2011
Cores
2-core
20%
L3 Cache
3 MB
25%
Base Frequency
3.3 GHz
100%
Turbo Frequency
GHz
Max. DDR3 RAM Speed
1333 MHz
28%
Specifications
Comparison of all specifications
Core i5-1235U | SpecificationsComparison of all specifications | Core i3-2120 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
Feb 23rd, 2022 | Release Date | Feb 20th, 2011 |
| Not Available | MSRP | $138.00 |
Mobile | Segment | Desktop |
| Intel BGA 1744 | Socket | Intel Socket 1155 |
| Alder Lake | Codename | Sandy Bridge |
15 W | Power Consumption | 65 W |
| Performance | ||
10 | Cores | 2 |
12 | Threads | 4 |
| 1.3 GHz | Base Frequency | 3.3 GHz |
| 4.4 GHz | Turbo Frequency | Non-Turbo |
12 MB | L3 Cache | 3 MB |
| Other Features | ||
| DDR4 @ 3200 MHz, DDR5 @ 4800 MHz | RAM | DDR3 @ 1333 MHz |
| Iris Xe 80EU | Integrated Graphics | Intel HD 2000 |
| No | Overclockable | No |
