Core i3-14100 vs Core i3-14100F

Intel Core i3-14100 ≈ ₹15,400 today Buy now

Intel Core i3-14100F ≈ ₹12,900 today Buy now

Verdict: Core i3-14100 and Core i3-14100F are within a few percent in gaming performance, so pick on price, power and features. At today's approximate prices, Core i3-14100F gives more estimated performance for the money.

Performance (estimate)

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Core i3-14100 Core i3-14100F

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Why pick Core i3-14100

Has integrated graphics: works without a graphics card

Why pick Core i3-14100F

About ₹2,500 cheaper today

Specifications

	Core i3-14100	Core i3-14100F
Architecture	Raptor Cove + Gracemont	Raptor Cove + Gracemont
Code name	Raptor Lake Refresh (Alder Lake die)	Raptor Lake Refresh (Alder Lake die)
Process	Intel 7	Intel 7
Cores	4	4
P-cores + E-cores	4P	4P
Threads	8	8
Boost clock	4.7 GHz	4.7 GHz
Base clock	3.5 GHz	3.5 GHz
L2 cache	5 MB	5 MB
L3 cache	12 MB	12 MB
TDP (rated)	60 W	58 W
Socket	LGA1700	LGA1700
Memory	DDR4/DDR5	DDR4/DDR5
Max memory speed	DDR5-4800 / DDR4-3200	DDR5-4800 / DDR4-3200
PCIe	PCIe 5.0	PCIe 5.0
Overclocking	Locked	Locked
Integrated graphics	Intel UHD 730	—
Released	—	—
Price today (≈)	₹15,400	₹12,900

FAQ

Is Core i3-14100 better than Core i3-14100F?

Core i3-14100 and Core i3-14100F are within a few percent in gaming performance, so pick on price, power and features. At today's approximate prices, Core i3-14100F gives more estimated performance for the money.

Which uses less power, Core i3-14100 or Core i3-14100F?

Core i3-14100F is rated at 58 W versus 60 W for Core i3-14100.

Which is better value, Core i3-14100 or Core i3-14100F?

Going by today's prices (shown at the top of this page in your currency), Core i3-14100F gives more estimated performance for the money than Core i3-14100. Prices change daily, so check the shop before you buy.