Intel Core i3-1215U
Opinion and specs

Our verdict

Basic

The Intel Core i3-1215U is a basic processor. It is a low-power chip (15 W): the kind that goes into thin, quiet laptops with long battery life. It came out in 2022.

It is currently fitted in 8 laptops from €441, at an average price of €773.

Above €619 there are clearly better options: for that money the Intel Core i7-1355U is 37% faster. That is the sensible ceiling.

Frequently asked questions

Is the Intel Core i3-1215U a good processor?

The Intel Core i3-1215U is a basic processor. It is a low-power chip (15 W): the kind that goes into thin, quiet laptops with long battery life. It ranks 141 of 162 and delivers 17.0% of what the fastest one on the market does.

What does the U mean in Intel processors?

The U marks Intel's low-power line: 15 W, for thin, quiet laptops with longer battery life.

What year is the Intel Core i3-1215U from?

Intel Core i3-1215U came out in 2022.

What integrated graphics does the Intel Core i3-1215U have?

The Intel Core i3-1215U has Intel UHD Graphics integrated graphics.

How much does a laptop with the Intel Core i3-1215U cost?

It is currently fitted in 8 laptops from €441, at an average price of €773.

Which alternative is worth it?

Above €619 there are clearly better options: for that money the Intel Core i7-1355U is 37% faster. That is the sensible ceiling.

Specs

Model i3-1215U
Manufacturer Intel
Family Intel® Core™ i3
Socket BGA 1744
Motherboard chipset Intel SoC
Boost frequency 4,4 GHz
Cores 6
Threads 8
Frequency 1,2 GHz
Cache 10 MB
Configurable TDP-down 12 W
Tjunction 100 °C
Cache type Smart Cache
Coprocessor cores 10
Generation 12th gen Intel® Core™ i3
Base power 15 W
Maximum turbo power 55 W
Efficient-core base frequency 0,9 GHz
Efficient-core boost frequency 3,3 GHz
Efficient-core Max Turbo Frequency 3,3 GHz
Performance-core Max Turbo Frequency 4,4 GHz
Performance cores 2
Efficient cores 4

Performance summary

#141 of 162
Relative performance 17.0%
Laptops 8
Price from €441
Average price €773

Recommended alternatives

More powerful, also low-power, with a similar starting price

Our pick Intel Core i7-1355U 23.3% From €619 Intel Core 3 N355 17.1% From €532

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