Intel Corei3-7100 (desktop CPU, Kaby Lake):
CPU Overview
Cores / Threads: 2 cores, 4 threads (HyperThreading)
Base Frequency: 3.90GHz (locked multiplier no Turbo Boost)
Cache: 3MB Intel® Smart Cache (L3); L1 = 64KB/core; L2 = 256KB/core
Process & Architecture: 14nm Kaby Lake, Socket FCLGA1151
TDP: 51W
Memory & Expansion
Memory Support: Dualchannel DDR42133/2400 or DDR3L1333/1600 (up to 64GB)
PCIExpress: Gen 3, up to 16 lanes (1×16 or split)
🎮 Integrated GPU
Graphics: Intel® HD Graphics 630
Base Clock: 350MHz
Max Dynamic Clock: 1.10GHz
Supports up to 3 displays, 4K output via HDMI/DP/eDP
🔧 Features & Technologies
Supports SSE4.1/4.2, AVX & AVX2, Intel® 64, VTx, AESNI, Quick Sync, Clear Video & Video HD, InTru 3D, EIST, and more
Handles everyday productivity and light gaming well (e.g., HD 630 scores ~3050FPS in Minecraft/LoL with discrete GPU)
Summary Table
Feature Specification
Architecture 14nm Kaby Lake
Cores / Threads 2 / 4
Clock (Base / Turbo) 3.9GHz / N/A
L3 Cache 3MB
TDP 51W
Memory DDR42133/2400, DDR3L1333/1600 (64GB max)
GPU HD Graphics 630 (350MHz1.1GHz, 4K capable)
PCIe Support PCIe 3.0, 16 lanes
Other Tech HyperThreading, AVX2, VTx, AESNI, Quick Sync
Conclusion:
The i37100 is a solid entry-level desktop ideal for office work, browsing, media streaming, and light gaming. Its strengths lie in its high base clock and integrated 4K-capable GPU. However, with only two cores and no Turbo, it's not suited for heavier multitasking or modern content creation.