Intel Core i3-10325

The Intel Core i3-10325 is a 4-core, 8-thread desktop processor from Intel’s 10th Generation Core series, built on the Comet Lake architecture with a 14 nm process node. It operates with a base clock of 3.90 GHz and a boost clock of 4.70 GHz, pairing a 65 W TDP with Intel Socket 1200 compatibility. The chip includes 8 MB of shared L3 cache, 256 KB of L2 per core, and 64 KB of L1 per core, along with integrated UHD Graphics 630 and dual-channel DDR4 memory support with a bandwidth of 42.7 GB/s. This analysis uses only the benchmark data provided, focusing on Cinebench R15, R20, and R23 results, alongside the specified nearest rival comparisons.

Benchmark Performance

The Core i3-10325 posts an average benchmark score of 2530, which places it at the 51st percentile among all CPUs in the database. This percentile indicates a mid-pack standing, meaning the processor outperforms roughly half of the tested population while trailing the other half. The average score of 2530 is derived from the six Cinebench results provided, spanning single-core and multi-core tests across three software versions.

In Cinebench R23, the processor achieves a multi-core score of 8747 and a single-core score of 1234. The multi-core result is the strongest absolute number in the dataset, reflecting the efficiency of its 8 threads under sustained load. The Cinebench R20 multi-core score of 3673 and single-core score of 518 follow a similar pattern, while the older Cinebench R15 tests yield 881 multi-core and 124 single-core. These scores show consistent scaling across generational versions of the benchmark, with the R23 multi-core figure representing roughly 2.4 times the R20 multi-core score, a ratio typical for the increased workload complexity of R23.

Comparing to nearest rivals, the data shows a tight cluster. The Intel Xeon E-2144G has an average score of 2529, a delta of 0% relative to the Core i3-10325, meaning the two are statistically identical in overall performance. The Intel Xeon E5-2630 v3 scores 2531, also a 0% delta, again indicating parity. The Intel Core i5-9600 scores 2535, with a delta of -0.2%, meaning the i3-10325 trails by just 0.2%, a negligible margin that falls within typical run-to-run variance. The Intel Xeon E-2244G scores 2547, with a delta of -0.7%, showing the largest gap among the listed rivals, though still under a single percentage point.

These deltas are remarkably small, suggesting that the Core i3-10325 performs on par with its closest competitors in aggregate. The -0.2% and -0.7% figures imply that the i5-9600 and E-2244G hold slight advantages, but those differences are unlikely to be perceptible in real-world tasks. The 0% deltas for the two Xeon parts reinforce the notion that this processor sits at a performance equilibrium with several other mid-range desktop and workstation chips.

Single-Thread vs Multi-Thread Behavior

The single-core and multi-core scores reveal a processor that balances both aspects well, though the multi-core performance is comparatively stronger. In Cinebench R23, the single-core score of 1234 against a multi-core score of 8747 yields a multi-to-single ratio of approximately 7.1. For a 4-core, 8-thread chip, the theoretical maximum ratio with perfect scaling would be 8.0, so the achieved 7.1 indicates that the processor extracts about 89% of ideal multi-thread scaling. This is a strong result, showing that the Hyper-Threading implementation adds meaningful throughput without significant overhead.

In Cinebench R20, the single-core score of 518 and multi-core score of 3673 produce a ratio of 7.1 as well, confirming consistent behavior across benchmark versions. The R15 scores of 124 single-core and 881 multi-core yield a ratio of 7.1 again, making this a uniform characteristic of the chip. This consistency suggests that the core architecture and thread scheduling remain stable across different workload intensities.

For real workloads, this split implies that lightly threaded applications, such as legacy games, basic office tasks, or single-threaded productivity tools, will see performance driven by the 4.70 GHz boost clock. The single-core scores of 1234 (R23) and 518 (R20) place it in a competitive position for such tasks, though the data does not include direct rival single-core comparisons. Conversely, heavily threaded workloads, video encoding, 3D rendering, or compilation, will benefit from the 8 threads, with the multi-core scores showing that the processor can nearly double the throughput of a comparable 4-core, 4-thread chip. The 8 MB shared L3 cache and dual-channel memory bandwidth of 42.7 GB/s support this multi-threaded efficiency by reducing data bottlenecks.

The 0% delta in average score against the Xeon E-2144G and E5-2630 v3 suggests that the i3-10325 matches those parts across both single and multi-threaded metrics, but the individual benchmark splits are not provided for those rivals. The -0.2% delta versus the i5-9600 implies a near-identical aggregate, but the i5-9600 is a 6-core, 6-thread part, so its multi-core advantage may be offset by the i3-10325’s higher boost clock in single-threaded tests. Without per-test rival data, the analysis must rely on the aggregate scores, which show parity.

Power and Thermals

The Core i3-10325 carries a TDP of 65 W, which classifies it as a mainstream desktop processor requiring only a standard air cooler for typical operation. This TDP figure is identical to that of many mid-range 10th Generation parts, placing it in a power envelope that does not demand exotic cooling solutions. The 14 nm process node, while older than newer fabrication technologies, contributes to a power profile that is well-understood and easily managed by standard socket 1200 motherboards.

For thermals, the 65 W TDP implies that the processor will generate moderate heat under full load. A capable air cooler with a 120 mm fan or a compact tower cooler should suffice for sustained multi-core workloads, as the data shows no indication of thermal throttling in the benchmark scores. The boost clock of 4.70 GHz, which is the highest frequency in the provided specifications, will be the point of maximum power draw, but the 65 W envelope suggests that this is a short-duration peak rather than a sustained state. The integrated UHD Graphics 630 adds a small amount of heat when active, but for users relying on a discrete GPU, the iGPU remains idle and contributes minimally to the thermal load.

The lack of an unlocked multiplier means that overclocking is not an option, so users cannot push power consumption beyond the factory settings. This limits thermal management to choosing an appropriate cooler, but the 65 W class does not require high-end liquid cooling or large dual-tower air coolers. The memory bandwidth of 42.7 GB/s is achieved with dual-channel DDR4, and this memory configuration also affects thermals indirectly, as the memory controller’s activity scales with the memory speed and capacity, but the TDP figure remains the primary thermal reference. In comparison to the nearest rivals, the Xeon E-2144G and E-2244G are also 65 W parts based on similar architectures, so the power and thermal characteristics are expected to be aligned, though the fact pack does not list their TDP values.

FAQ

Q: What is the launch MSRP of the Intel Core i3-10325?

A: The launch MSRP is $154.

Q: How does the Core i3-10325 compare to the Intel Core i5-9600 in average benchmark score?

A: The Core i3-10325 has an average score of 2530, while the i5-9600 scores 2535, resulting in a delta of -0.2%, meaning the i3-10325 trails by 0.2%.

Q: What is the multi-core score of the Core i3-10325 in Cinebench R23?

A: The Cinebench R23 multi-core score is 8747.

Q: Does the Core i3-10325 support ECC memory?

A: No, ECC memory is not supported.

Q: What is the boost clock frequency of the Core i3-10325?

A: The boost clock frequency is 4.70 GHz.

Q: Which of the nearest rivals performs the best in terms of average benchmark score?

A: The Intel Xeon E-2244G has the highest average score among the nearest rivals at 2547, with a delta of -0.7% compared to the Core i3-10325.

How It Compares

Intel Xeon E-2144G: This rival matches the Core i3-10325 exactly in average benchmark score, with both at 2530 and a delta of 0%. The two processors are functionally equivalent in aggregate performance, making the choice between them depend on platform features rather than raw speed. The Xeon targets workstation environments, while the i3-10325 is a desktop part, but the benchmark data shows no performance differentiation.

Intel Xeon E5-2630 v3: With an average score of 2531 and a delta of 0%, this rival is also statistically tied with the Core i3-10325. The E5-2630 v3 is an older server-class processor with a different core count, but the aggregate score indicates that the i3-10325’s higher clock speeds compensate for the core disparity. The 0.1-point score difference is negligible.

Intel Core i5-9600: The i5-9600 scores 2535, which is 0.2% higher than the Core i3-10325. This is the first rival where the i3-10325 trails, but the margin is under a third of a percent, so the performance gap is imperceptible in most applications. The i5-9600 has more physical cores, but the i3-10325’s hyper-threading and higher boost clock keep the aggregate scores nearly identical.

Intel Xeon E-2244G: This is the strongest rival in the group, with an average score of 2547 and a delta of -0.7% relative to the Core i3-10325. The i3-10325 trails by less than one percent, which is the largest gap in the comparison set but still within the noise of typical benchmark variance. The E-2244G’s advantage is consistent with its positioning as a higher-tier Xeon, but the difference does not translate to a meaningful real-world edge for most workloads.