CPU Comparison

The Intel Core i3-10110U and Intel Core i3-4370 are two dual-core, four-thread processors from different eras of Intel's lineup. One is a mobile part built for efficiency, the other a desktop chip designed for sustained clocks. The benchmark data shows a remarkably close contest, with the older desktop chip edging out the newer mobile part in every single head-to-head test, yet the average scores across all benchmarks are nearly identical. This creates a fascinating split where the choice depends entirely on the user's platform and priorities, not raw performance.

Where Each One Wins

The data paints a clear picture of two processors that win in different domains of the computing market. The Intel Core i3-4370 wins in every benchmark category where the two are directly compared, taking all five head-to-head tests. Its victories are consistent but narrow, ranging from a 1.2% margin in Cinebench R15 multi-core to a 1.5% margin in several other tests. This suggests the desktop chip has a slight edge in sustained, multi-threaded workloads and even in single-threaded tasks, likely due to its much higher base clock of 3.80 GHz compared to the 2.10 GHz base of the mobile part.

The Intel Core i3-10110U, despite losing all head-to-head matchups, wins in the broader context of platform efficiency. It carries a TDP of 25 watts compared to the i3-4370's 54 watts, making it the clear choice for thin-and-light laptops where power draw and heat dissipation are critical. The mobile chip also supports both DDR3 and DDR4 memory, whereas the desktop chip is limited to DDR3 only. In terms of market positioning, the 10110U is a mobile segment part, while the 4370 is a desktop segment part, meaning the 10110U wins for users who need a processor in a portable form factor.

The average benchmark scores tell a story of near-total parity. The 10110U averages 1131 points across all benchmarks, while the 4370 averages 1130 points, a difference of just 0.1%. Both processors sit at the 32nd percentile of all CPUs, indicating they are entry-level performers in the current landscape. The real takeaway is that the 10110U wins on efficiency and platform flexibility, while the 4370 wins on raw benchmark performance and desktop compatibility.

Architecture Differences

The architectural gap between these two chips spans five years of Intel's development. The Intel Core i3-4370 is built on the Haswell architecture using a 22 nm process node, featuring 1,400 million transistors on a 177 mm² die. In contrast, the Intel Core i3-10110U uses the Comet Lake architecture on a more advanced 14 nm process node. This generational difference means the mobile chip achieves similar performance with significantly lower power consumption, a testament to Intel's efficiency improvements over that period.

Both processors share identical core and thread counts at 2 cores and 4 threads, and both have the same cache hierarchy: 64 KB of L1 per core, 256 KB of L2 per core, and 4 MB of shared L3 cache. The memory support differs notably, with the 10110U supporting both DDR3 and DDR4, while the 4370 only supports DDR3. The desktop chip does support dual-channel memory and PCIe Gen 3, while the mobile chip's PCIe support is not listed in the data.

The integrated graphics also differ between the two. The 10110U features UHD Graphics, while the 4370 comes with Intel HD 4600. The sockets are entirely incompatible, with the mobile chip using Intel BGA 1440 and the desktop chip using Intel Socket 1150. The 10110U is end-of-life in terms of production status, while the 4370's status is not specified. The 10110U also has a boost clock of 4.10 GHz, a feature the 4370 lacks entirely, relying solely on its 3.80 GHz base clock.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The head-to-head results are remarkably consistent, with the Intel Core i3-4370 winning all five comparisons by a narrow margin. In Cinebench R15 multi-core, the 4370 scores 330 against the 10110U's 326, a 1.2% advantage. This pattern repeats in Cinebench R20 multi-core, where the 4370 scores 1379 versus 1359, a 1.5% lead. The single-core tests tell the same story, with the 4370 winning Cinebench R20 single-core by 194 to 191 and Cinebench R23 single-core by 463 to 456, both representing 1.5% margins.

The largest absolute gap appears in Cinebench R23 multi-core, where the 4370 scores 3284 compared to the 10110U's 3236, a difference of 48 points. While this is only a 1.5% delta, it is the most substantial numerical difference in the entire comparison. Interestingly, the 10110U has additional benchmark scores that are not directly compared, including Geekbench multi-core at 2143 and Geekbench single-core at 1174. These scores are not matched by the 4370 in the head-to-head data, meaning the full performance picture is incomplete.

The consistency of the 4370's wins is notable. A 1.5% margin across multiple tests suggests a systematic advantage rather than a workload-specific quirk. This likely stems from the desktop chip's higher base clock, which allows it to maintain performance without relying on boost behavior. The 10110U's boost clock of 4.10 GHz is higher than the 4370's 3.80 GHz base, but the mobile chip presumably cannot sustain that boost indefinitely due to thermal and power constraints. The data does not include sustained clock tests, but the benchmark results imply the 4370's steady clock wins out.

The Verdict

The data shows that the Intel Core i3-4370 is the faster processor in every measured benchmark, making it the straightforward choice for users building a desktop system on Socket 1150. Its 1.5% lead in Cinebench R23 multi-core and single-core tests indicates a consistent, if modest, performance advantage. For anyone who already owns a compatible motherboard or prefers desktop components, the 4370 delivers slightly better results across the board.

The Intel Core i3-10110U, however, is the only viable choice for mobile users. Its 25-watt TDP is less than half of the 4370's 54 watts, making it suitable for laptops where power efficiency is paramount. The 10110U also supports newer DDR4 memory, which is more common in modern systems. While it loses all direct benchmark comparisons, the margins are so small that real-world differences would be imperceptible to most users. The 10110U's higher boost clock of 4.10 GHz suggests it can match or exceed the 4370's performance in short bursts, even if sustained workloads favor the desktop chip.

The average benchmark scores essentially tie at 1131 versus 1130, and both sit at the 32nd percentile of all CPUs. This indicates that neither processor is a performance leader in the current market. Users should choose based on platform needs: the 4370 for desktop builds where every bit of performance counts, or the 10110U for portable systems where efficiency and modern memory support are more important than a 1.5% benchmark margin. The 10110U's end-of-life status and the 4370's unspecified production status suggest both are legacy options in today's landscape.

FAQ

Q: Which processor is faster in multi-core workloads?

A: The Intel Core i3-4370 wins all multi-core benchmarks, scoring 330 in Cinebench R15, 1379 in Cinebench R20, and 3284 in Cinebench R23, compared to the 10110U's 326, 1359, and 3236 respectively.

Q: Does the Intel Core i3-10110U have any benchmark wins over the i3-4370?

A: No, the head-to-head data shows the i3-4370 winning all five benchmark comparisons, with no wins recorded for the 10110U.

Q: What are the power consumption differences between these two processors?

A: The Intel Core i3-10110U has a TDP of 25 watts, while the Intel Core i3-4370 has a TDP of 54 watts, making the mobile chip significantly more power-efficient.

Q: Can I use the same memory type with both processors?

A: No, the i3-10110U supports both DDR3 and DDR4 memory, while the i3-4370 only supports DDR3 memory.

Q: How do their average benchmark scores compare?

A: The i3-10110U averages 1131 points across all benchmarks, while the i3-4370 averages 1130 points, a difference of only 0.1%.

Q: Which processor has a higher clock speed?

A: The i3-4370 has a base clock of 3.80 GHz, while the i3-10110U has a base clock of 2.10 GHz but offers a boost clock of 4.10 GHz, which the 4370 lacks.

Specification Differences

| Specification | Intel Core i3-10110U | Intel Core i3-4370 |

|---|---|---|

| Base Clock | 2.10 GHz | 3.80 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 4.10 GHz | None |

| TDP | 25 W | 54 W |

| Socket | Intel BGA 1440 | Intel Socket 1150 |

| Architecture | Comet Lake | Haswell |

| Process Node | 14 nm | 22 nm |

| Transistors | Not specified | 1,400 million |

| Die Size | Not specified | 177 mm² |

| Memory Support | DDR3, DDR4 | DDR3 |

| Memory Bus | Not specified | Dual-channel |

| PCIe | Not specified | Gen 3 |

| Integrated Graphics | UHD Graphics | Intel HD 4600 |

| Market Segment | Mobile | Desktop |

| Production Status | End-of-life | Not specified |

| Release Date | 2019-08-20 | 2014-07-20 |