Intel Core i3-1315U
Opinion and specs

Our verdict

Basic

The Intel Core i3-1315U 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 2023.

It is currently fitted in 6 laptops from €571, at an average price of €821.

Above €610 there are clearly better options: for that money the Intel Core 5 120U is 38% faster. That is the sensible ceiling.

Frequently asked questions

Is the Intel Core i3-1315U a good processor?

The Intel Core i3-1315U 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 132 of 155 and delivers 19.1% 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 i3-1315U from?

Intel Core i3-1315U came out in 2023.

What integrated graphics does the Intel Core i3-1315U have?

The Intel Core i3-1315U has Intel UHD Graphics integrated graphics.

How much does a laptop with the Intel Core i3-1315U cost?

It is currently fitted in 6 laptops from €571, at an average price of €821.

Which alternative is worth it?

Above €610 there are clearly better options: for that money the Intel Core 5 120U is 38% faster. That is the sensible ceiling.

Specs

Model i3-1315U
Manufacturer Intel
L2 cache 4 MB
Family Intel® Core™ i3
Socket BGA 1744
L3 cache 16 MB
Boost frequency 4,5 GHz
Cores 6
Threads 8
Frequency 1,2 GHz
Cache 10 MB
Configurable TDP-down 12 W
Tjunction 100 °C
Cache type Smart Cache
Generation Intel Core i3-13xxx
Base power 15 W
Maximum turbo power 55 W
Efficient-core boost frequency 3,3 GHz
Efficient-core Max Turbo Frequency 3,3 GHz
Performance-core Max Turbo Frequency 4,5 GHz
Performance cores 2
Efficient cores 4
Performance-core boost frequency 4,5 GHz

Performance summary

#132 of 155
Relative performance 19.1%
Laptops 6
Price from €571
Average price €821

Recommended alternatives

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

Our pick Intel Core 5 120U 26.3% From €610 Intel Core 7 150U 25.5% From €665 Intel Core i7-1355U 24.0% From €639 Intel Core i5-1335U 24.0% From €794 Intel Core i5-1334U 22.6% From €660

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