Technical assessment
A summary based on specifications and results.
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Intel Core i3-1210U is a Laptop processor with 6 cores and 0 threads. It records a PassMark CPU Mark of 9920 and a single-thread rating of 3161. Its stated TDP is 9 W.
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Intel Core i3-1210U
Explore Intel Core i3-1210U technical reviews, specifications and benchmark results, with practical context for laptop performance, efficiency and upgrade research.
Last updated: 2026-10-206.1/ 10
Technical rating
Good
Intel Core i3-1210U is a Laptop processor with 6 cores and 0 threads. It records a PassMark CPU Mark of 9920 and a single-thread rating of 3161. Its stated TDP is 9 W.
CPU Mark9,920
22 samples
Single Thread3,161
Overall rank#1,753
of 6,054
Reference price—
Good
Specification context
What do these specifications mean in practice?
The Intel Core i3-1210U is a Laptop released in 2022. Recorded specifications include a 9 W reference TDP, a 9,920 CPU Mark. Use these figures to understand its position, then compare the results with your software and the complete platform.
Read the performance results
The 9,920 CPU Mark is a broad overall-performance measure, while the 3,161 single-thread result adds context for less-parallel work. Compare the nearby alternatives on this page and do not treat one score as a verdict for every application.
Platform and compatibility
No confirmed socket is recorded for this processor. Verify the exact device or motherboard with the manufacturer before planning an upgrade.
Memory and power
Recorded memory support: LPDDR5-5200. The 9 W TDP helps size the cooling class, but it is not the same as peak wall-power consumption.
FAQ
Common processor questions
What are the key Intel Core i3-1210U specifications?
The main recorded details are a 9 W reference TDP, a 9,920 CPU Mark. The tables on this page show socket, memory, cache and graphics data when available.
Is the Intel Core i3-1210U good for gaming?
The product name or CPU Mark alone cannot answer that. Check single-thread performance, core count, the target graphics card, gaming resolution and results from the games you play.
Which motherboards support the Intel Core i3-1210U?
A confirmed socket is not recorded here. Use the device model or manufacturer specifications to identify compatible hardware.
How much power does the Intel Core i3-1210U use?
The recorded reference TDP is 9 W. Real consumption can be lower or higher depending on power limits, motherboard, workload and cooling.
This guidance interprets recorded specifications and results; it does not claim hands-on device testing. Results can vary with motherboard, power, memory and cooling.
Multi-axis comparison
How does this processor compare?
A direct comparison with nearby processors from the same brand and a similar core count.
Overall and multi-core performance
A higher CPU Mark indicates stronger overall performance.
01Intel Core i3-12100TEIntel10,069 points
02Intel Core i7-8850H @ 2.60GHzIntel10,004 points
03AMD Ryzen 3 7330UAMD9,963 points
04Intel Core i3-1210UThis CPU9,920 points
05Intel Core i7-1185G7 @ 3.00GHzIntel9,861 points
Single-thread performance
Measures speed in tasks that depend on one CPU thread.
01Intel Core i3-1210UThis CPU3,161 points
02Intel Core i3-12100TEIntel2,855 points
03AMD Ryzen 3 7330UAMD2,798 points
04Intel Core i7-1185G7 @ 3.00GHzIntel2,745 points
05Intel Core i7-8850H @ 2.60GHzIntel2,341 points
Performance per watt
Estimated as CPU Mark divided by TDP.
01Intel Core i3-1210UThis CPU1,102.2 Mark/W
02AMD Ryzen 3 7330UAMD664.2 Mark/W
03Intel Core i7-1185G7 @ 3.00GHzIntel657.4 Mark/W
04Intel Core i3-12100TEIntel287.7 Mark/W
05Intel Core i7-8850H @ 2.60GHzIntel222.3 Mark/W
Bars are relative to the processors shown here, not a global ranking of every CPU.
Detailed benchmark results
Snapshot from 2026-10-20
Core specifications
| Brand | Intel |
|---|---|
| Category | Laptop |
| Release year | 2022 |
| Socket | — |
| Cores / threads | 6 / — |
| Base clock | — |
| Max turbo | — |
| TDP | 9 W |
| Integrated graphics | Intel UHD Graphics for 12th Gen Intel Processors |
Memory support
| Memory type | LPDDR5 / LPDDR4X |
|---|---|
| Official speed | LPDDR5-5200 / LPDDR4X-4267 |
| Maximum capacity | 64 GB |
Cache hierarchy
L1I2 x 32 KB
L1D2 x 48 KB
L22 x 1280 KB
L310 MB