Intel is only offering the third reworking of its Skylake architecture released in 2015 (sixth generation Core) with its ninth generation of Core processors. No innovation, consequently, but a growing number of hearts.
Pros and Cons
| Intel Core i3-9100 | Intel Core i3-9100F |
| No motherboard change to be expected for a transition from the 8th to the 9th generation. | No motherboard change to be expected for a transition from 8th to 9th generation |
| Integrated graphics circuit: does not require a dedicated graphics card for office use. | The package includes a CPU Cooler. |
| Still no architectural evolution. | Still no architectural evolution. |
| Performance in games a little light. | Performance in games a little light. |
General Info
| Intel Core i3-9100 | Intel Core i3-9100F | |
| Price | CHECK PRICE | CHECK PRICE |
| CPU Model | i3-9100 | i3-9100F |
| Manufacturing Process | 14 nm | 14 nm |
| Maximum CPU Configuration | – | 1S |
| Number of PCIe Lanes | 16 Lanes | 16 Lanes |
| Unlocked | No | Yes |
| Weight | 269.88 g | 263.08 g |
| Release date | – | – |
Performance
| Intel Core i3-9100 | Intel Core i3-9100F | |
| Number of Cores | 4 Cores | 4 Cores |
| CPU Threads | 4 | 4 |
| Base Clock Speed | 3.6 GHz | 3.6GHz |
| Maximum Boost Speed | 4.2 GHz | 4.2GHz |
| L3 Cache | 6MB | 6MB |
| CPU Speed | DMI3 (8 GT/s) | DMI3 (8 GT/s) |
| CPU Temperature | 100°C | 100°C |
Memory Support
| Intel Core i3-9100 | Intel Core i3-9100F | |
| Maximum Capacity | 64 GB | 64 GB |
| Memory Support | DDR4 2400 MHz | DDR4 2400 MHz |
| ECC Memory | No | No |
| Channel Architecture | Dual-Channel | Dual-Channel |
| Maximum Memory Bandwidth | 37.5 GB/s | 37.5 GB/s |
Integrated Graphics
| Intel Core i3-9100 | Intel Core i3-9100F | |
| Graphics Chipset | Intel® UHD Graphics 630 | – |
| Maximum Resolution Support | 4096 x 2304@60Hz | – |
| Supported APIs | OpenGL:4.5 DirectX:12 | OpenGl:4.5 DirectX:12 |
| Output Support | eDP, DisplayPort, HDMI | eDP, DisplayPort, HDMI |
Benchmarks
| Intel Core i3-9100 | Intel Core i3-9100F | |
| PassMark result (single) | 2546 | 2532 |
| Cinebench R20 (single) result | – | – |
| Geekbench 5 result (multi) | 3328 | 3122 |
| Geekbench 5 result (single) | 1069 | 1027 |
Conclusion!
Intel Core i3-9100
The Core i3-9100 represents an interesting entry-level solution to equip an office automation machine. We will not ask too much because its application performance is far from exceptional, but we appreciate the iGPU which, if it is not intended for video games, allows you to do away with the purchase of a graphics card. dedicated.
Intel Core i3-9100F
First prize in terms of the ninth-generation Core processor, the i3-9100F offers satisfactory performance for office use. Devoid of integrated graphics circuit, it requires purchasing a dedicated graphics card and directly attacks chips like the AMD Ryzen 3 3100, whose performance, regardless of the price, is superior in every way.
