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Intel Core 5 120 vs Intel Core i3-12100E: Comparison
Intel Core 5 120 and Intel Core i3-12100E separate most on l3 cache: Intel Core 5 120 at 8 MB, Intel Core i3-12100E at 7 MB, 13% in favour of Intel Core 5 120. They match on form factor, tdp and igpu.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| Form Factor | Desktop | Desktop |
| Release Year | 2025 | 2022 |
| TDP | 65 W | 65 W |
| iGPU | Intel UHD Graphics 770 | Intel UHD Graphics 770 |
| Socket | Socket 1700 | LGA 1700 |
| L3 Cache | 8 MB | 7 MB-12% |
| Cores | 6 | 4 |
| Threads | 12 | 8 |
| Base Clock | 2.5 GHz | 3.2 GHz |
| Boost Clock | 5.0 GHz | 4.9 GHz |
Verdict
Intel Core 5 120
8 / 10 Expert Rating
The Intel Core 5 120 is a mainstream desktop processor under Intel's rebranded Core lineup, a solid all-rounder for everyday use.
Intel Core i3-12100E
7.9 / 10 Expert Rating
The Intel Core i3-12100E is an embedded/IoT desktop variant built for long-lifecycle commercial and industrial systems.