Core 5 330 vs Core i3-12100F
The Core 5 330 is slightly faster than the Core i3-12100F on average across 100+ games. We cannot compare value as at least one CPU is out of stock.
FPS Comparison Across Popular Games
Predicted average FPS at 1080p, 1440p, and 4K, based on real game benchmarks.
Specs & Benchmark Comparison
Side-by-side specs, synthetic benchmarks, and key hardware differences.
Base Frequencyhelp
Core i3-12100F has a 120% higher base clock.
Intel BGA 1516
Sockethelp
LGA1700Wildcat Lake
Codenamehelp
Alder Lake-SMobile
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DesktopIntel Xe3 Graphics (2 Xe)
Integrated GPUhelp
No Integrated Graphics6400 MHz (DDR5), 7467 MHz (LPDDR5X)
RAMhelp
3200 MHz (DDR4), 4800 MHz (DDR5)Not Overclockable
Overclock Supporthelp
Not OverclockableFrequently Asked Questions
compare_arrowsWhich is better, Core 5 330 or Core i3-12100F?expand_more
The Core 5 330. It's 22% faster than the Core i3-12100F on average across 100+ games, scoring 66/100 vs 54/100 in our gaming rating.
speedHow much faster is Core 5 330 than Core i3-12100F?expand_more
22% faster on average. The gap varies by game and resolution, check the per-game FPS comparison above.
aspect_ratioWhich is better for 1440p and 4K gaming, Core 5 330 or Core i3-12100F?expand_more
The Core 5 330 is faster at both resolutions. Toggle the resolution selector above to see per-game FPS.
paidIs the Core 5 330 worth buying in 2026?expand_more
It scores 66/100 in our gaming rating, faster than most CPUs on the market. Good buy if the price is right.
differenceWhat is the difference between Core 5 330 and Core i3-12100F?expand_more
Performance: Core 5 330 scores 66/100, Core i3-12100F scores 54/100. They also differ in core count, clock speeds, L3 cache, and power draw. Full breakdown in the specs section above.
compressWill the Core 5 330 or Core i3-12100F bottleneck my PC?expand_more
Depends on the rest of your build, especially your GPU. Swap the paired GPU in the FPS section above to see if it limits performance, or use our bottleneck calculator for a full analysis.
upgradeIs it worth upgrading to the Core 5 330 or Core i3-12100F?expand_more
The Core 5 330 is the stronger pick at 66/100. Compare your current CPU against it to see the exact FPS gain across 100+ games.
Popular Comparisons
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