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Core Ultra 9 288V vs Core i3-12100F
The Core Ultra 9 288V is faster than the Core i3-12100F on average across 100+ games. We cannot compare value as at least one CPU is out of stock.
- Up to 18% faster on average across 100+ games
- Is 2 years and 9 months newer
Core i3-12100F50% Score
- Available for $115.99
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.
Turbo Frequencyhelp
Core Ultra 9 288V boosts 19% higher.
Intel BGA 2833
Sockethelp
LGA1700Lunar Lake
Codenamehelp
Alder Lake-SMobile
Segmenthelp
DesktopArc 140V
Integrated GPUhelp
No Integrated Graphics8533 MHz (LPDDR5X)
RAMhelp
3200 MHz (DDR4), 4800 MHz (DDR5)Not Overclockable
Overclock Supporthelp
Not OverclockableFrequently Asked Questions
compare_arrowsWhich is better, Core Ultra 9 288V or Core i3-12100F?expand_more
The Core Ultra 9 288V. It's 38% faster than the Core i3-12100F on average across 100+ games, scoring 69/100 vs 50/100 in our gaming rating.
speedHow much faster is Core Ultra 9 288V than Core i3-12100F?expand_more
38% 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 Ultra 9 288V or Core i3-12100F?expand_more
The Core Ultra 9 288V is faster at both resolutions. Toggle the resolution selector above to see per-game FPS.
paidIs the Core Ultra 9 288V worth buying in 2026?expand_more
It scores 69/100 in our gaming rating, faster than most CPUs on the market. Good buy if the price is right.
differenceWhat is the difference between Core Ultra 9 288V and Core i3-12100F?expand_more
Performance: Core Ultra 9 288V scores 69/100, Core i3-12100F scores 50/100. They also differ in core count, clock speeds, L3 cache, and power draw. Full breakdown in the specs section above.
compressWill the Core Ultra 9 288V 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 Ultra 9 288V or Core i3-12100F?expand_more
The Core Ultra 9 288V is the stronger pick at 69/100. Compare your current CPU against it to see the exact FPS gain across 100+ games.
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