FPSVersusCore i3-2100 vs N100
Performance score
N100 is 21% faster than Core i3-2100 by our estimate.
The score is our own estimate from the specs (cores, threads, clocks, architecture generation), not a benchmark run. 100 = the fastest CPU in our database.
Real tests
What the test measures
Blender is a popular free 3D graphics program. The test makes the device render three ready-made 3D scenes (light, shadows, reflections) and counts how many render passes it finishes per minute. The higher the number, the faster the device handles heavy work: 3D, video editing, photo processing. On a CPU the test loads all cores at once, so it shows the chip's full power; on a graphics card it shows its compute strength.
CPU rendering (Blender)
Median of real test runs on users' computers. It does not show FPS in games. Data updated: 31.10.2026.
Overview
| Core i3-2100 | N100 | |
|---|---|---|
| Score (0–100) | 9.09 | 11.02 |
| Ranking position | 522 | 511 |
| Power efficiency (0–100) | 7.31 | no data |
| Type | Desktop | Laptop |
| Manufacturer | Intel | Intel |
| Architecture | Sandy Bridge | Gracemont (Alder Lake-N) |
| Release date | Q1 2011 | Q1 2023 |
Specifications
| Core i3-2100 | N100 | |
|---|---|---|
| Cores | 2 | 4 |
| Threads | 4 | 4 |
| Base clock | 3.1 GHz | no data |
| Boost clock | 3.1 GHz | 3.4 GHz |
| L3 cache | 3 MB | 6 MB |
| Process node | 32 nm | no data |
| Unlocked multiplier | no | no |
| Integrated graphics | Intel HD Graphics 2000 | Intel UHD Graphics |
| NPU (AI accelerator) | no | no |
Compatibility
| Core i3-2100 | N100 | |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1155 | no data |
| TDP | 65 W | no data |
Memory and PCI Express
| Core i3-2100 | N100 | |
|---|---|---|
| Memory type | DDR3-1066/1333 | no data |
| Memory channels | 2 | no data |
| Max memory | 32 GB | no data |
| PCI Express version | 2.0 | no data |
| PCIe lanes | 16 | no data |
Pros and cons
Core i3-2100
- no notable advantages
N100
- 21% higher overall score
- 20% faster single core
- more cores: 4 vs 2
- bigger L3 cache: 6 MB vs 3 MB
- newer: released in 2023
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