Intel Core 3 100HL
Expert rating8 / 10
- Brand:
- Intel
- Form Factor:
- Desktop
- CPU Socket:
- Socket 1700
- Core/Thread Count:
- 8C/12T
- TDP:
- 45W
- iGPU:
- Intel Arc Graphics
- CPU Series:
- Core 3
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Manufacturer: Intel Last updated: 2026-09-12
Intel Core 3 100HL Review
Intel Core 3 100HL 8-core 12-thread laptop processor, 2.1GHz base / 4.7GHz boost, 45W TDP, Socket 1700 socket
The Intel Core 3 100HL is a performance mobile chip for mainstream and creator laptops. It pairs 8 cores and 12 threads with a 2.1GHz base clock that boosts up to 4.7GHz and Intel Arc Graphics graphics, all within a 45W envelope.
Performance and Architecture
With 8 cores and 12 threads, the Intel Core 3 100HL runs a 2.1GHz base clock that boosts up to 4.7GHz, backed by 11MB of L3 cache and Intel Arc Graphics graphics.
Platform and Deployment
The Intel Core 3 100HL uses the Socket 1700 platform in a 45W envelope, positioned as a performance mobile chip for mainstream and creator laptops.
Branding Note
The Core 3 100HL carries Intel's post-2023 'Core' branding (dropping the 'i' prefix), replacing what would previously have been called Core i3 in Intel's naming scheme, while keeping similar suffix conventions (U, H, HL, N).
Comparison to Alternatives
Within the Core 3 lineup in this catalog, the Intel Core 3 100HL sits at the 8-core tier, differentiated by clock speed, TDP, and socket. Against AMD's Ryzen and EPYC processors in this catalog at a similar tier, Intel's Core 3 competes on platform ecosystem and per-core efficiency, while against Intel's own Core Ultra and Xeon 6 parts in this catalog it targets a narrower, more specialized deployment niche.
Our verdict
Reviewed by Burooj Alam. Rated by us, not by users.
Expert rating8 / 10
The Intel Core 3 100HL is a well-rounded performance mobile chip for mainstream laptops balancing power and portability.
Best for
- Mainstream laptops
- Everyday productivity
- Light content creation
Not for
- Ultra-thin fanless laptops
- Maximum battery life
- Workstation-class loads
Specifications
What these specs meanIdentity
| Codename | Raptor Lake |
|---|---|
| Release Year | 2024 |
Segment and platform
| Market Segment | Embedded |
|---|---|
| Socket | Socket 1700 |
| Process Node | 7 nm |
Core configuration
| Total Cores | 8 |
|---|---|
| Performance Cores | 4 |
| Efficiency Cores | 4 |
| Total Threads | 12 |
| SMT Enabled | Yes |
Clock speeds
| P-Core Base Clock | 2.1 GHz |
|---|---|
| P-Core Boost Clock | 4.7 GHz |
Cache
| L3 Cache | 12 MB |
|---|
Power and thermal
| Base Power | 45 W |
|---|---|
| Max Turbo Power | 115 W |
Memory
| Memory Type | DDR5, DDR4 |
|---|
Graphics and AI
| Integrated Graphics | Yes |
|---|
| Form Factor | Desktop |
|---|---|
| TDP | 45 W |
| iGPU | Intel Arc Graphics |
FAQs
What are the key specifications of the Intel Core 3 100HL?
The Intel Core 3 100HL has 8 cores and 12 threads, a 2.1 GHz base and 4.7 GHz boost clock, 12 MB of L3 cache and a 45 W TDP. Integrated graphics: Intel Arc Graphics. Socket: Socket 1700.
Will the Intel Core 3 100HL work with my current setup?
The Intel Core 3 100HL lists Socket is Socket 1700. Check that against the hardware you already own before buying, since this is the field that most often decides whether a part fits.
Who is the Intel Core 3 100HL best suited to?
Best suited to: Mainstream laptops; Everyday productivity; Light content creation.
What are the drawbacks of the Intel Core 3 100HL?
Not the best fit for: Ultra-thin fanless laptops; Maximum battery life; Workstation-class loads.