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CPU Comparison: FPS, Specs & Value

Core i3-12100F vs Core Ultra X7 368H

The Core i3-12100F is slower than the Core Ultra X7 368H on average across 100+ games. We cannot compare value as at least one CPU is out of stock.

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Up to 28% faster on average across 100+ games
Is 4 years newer

FPS Comparison Across Popular Games

Predicted average FPS at 1080p, 1440p, and 4K, based on real game benchmarks.

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Counter-Strike 22023

Core i3-12100F

645FPS

Core Ultra X7 368H

738FPS

Valorant2020

Core i3-12100F

679FPS

Core Ultra X7 368H

781FPS

League of Legends2009

Core i3-12100F

309FPS

Core Ultra X7 368H

403FPS

Grand Theft Auto V2013

Core i3-12100F

216FPS

Core Ultra X7 368H

224FPS

Escape From Tarkov2017

Fortnite2017

332FPS

324FPS

Rocket League2015

Core i3-12100F

986FPS

Core Ultra X7 368H

1072FPS

Overwatch 22023

Core i3-12100F

542FPS

Core Ultra X7 368H

570FPS

Specs & Benchmark Comparison

Side-by-side specs, synthetic benchmarks, and key hardware differences.

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Core i3-12100F

50%

Core Ultra X7 368H

75%

Core Ultra X7 368H ranks 25 points higher.

Coreshelp

Core i3-12100F

Core Ultra X7 368H

Core Ultra X7 368H has 12 more cores.

Threadshelp

Core i3-12100F

Core Ultra X7 368H

Core Ultra X7 368H has 8 more threads.

L3 Cachehelp

Core i3-12100F

12 MB

Core Ultra X7 368H

18 MB

Core Ultra X7 368H has 6 MB more L3 cache.

Base Frequencyhelp

Core i3-12100F

3.3 GHz

Core Ultra X7 368H

2 GHz

Core i3-12100F has a 65% higher base clock.

Turbo Frequencyhelp

Core i3-12100F

4.3 GHz

Core Ultra X7 368H

5 GHz

Core Ultra X7 368H boosts 16% higher.

TDPhelp

Core i3-12100F

58W

Core Ultra X7 368H

25W

Core Ultra X7 368H draws 33W less power.

Pricehelp

Core i3-12100F

$115.99

Core Ultra X7 368H

Core i3-12100FCore Ultra X7 368H

LGA1700

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Intel BGA 2540

Alder Lake-S

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Panther Lake

Desktop

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Mobile

No Integrated Graphics

Integrated GPUhelp

Arc B390

3200 MHz (DDR4), 4800 MHz (DDR5)

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9600 MHz (LPDDR5X)

Not Overclockable

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Not Overclockable

Frequently Asked Questions

compare_arrowsWhich is better, Core i3-12100F or Core Ultra X7 368H?expand_more

The Core Ultra X7 368H. It's 50% faster than the Core i3-12100F on average across 100+ games, scoring 75/100 vs 50/100 in our gaming rating.

speedHow much faster is Core Ultra X7 368H than Core i3-12100F?expand_more

50% 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 i3-12100F or Core Ultra X7 368H?expand_more

The Core Ultra X7 368H is faster at both resolutions. Toggle the resolution selector above to see per-game FPS.

paidIs the Core Ultra X7 368H worth buying in 2026?expand_more

It scores 75/100 in our gaming rating, faster than most CPUs on the market. Good buy if the price is right.

differenceWhat is the difference between Core i3-12100F and Core Ultra X7 368H?expand_more

Performance: Core i3-12100F scores 50/100, Core Ultra X7 368H scores 75/100. They also differ in core count, clock speeds, L3 cache, and power draw. Full breakdown in the specs section above.

compressWill the Core i3-12100F or Core Ultra X7 368H 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 i3-12100F or Core Ultra X7 368H?expand_more

The Core Ultra X7 368H is the stronger pick at 75/100. Compare your current CPU against it to see the exact FPS gain across 100+ games.