Intel Core i3-9100 is a 9th-generation "Coffee Lake" desktop processor launched in 2019. With 4 cores and 4 threads, it was designed as a budget-friendly CPU for basic tasks and entry-level gaming. As a "locked" processor, its multiplier cannot be adjusted for manual overclocking.
It is important to note that Intel discontinued the i3-9100, and it reached its end-of-servicing updates on June 30, 2025.
CPU specifications
According to Intel's product specifications, the i3-9100 has the following features:
Total Cores/Threads: 4 cores and 4 threads
Processor Base Frequency: 3.60 GHz
Max Turbo Frequency: 4.20 GHz
Cache: 6 MB Intel Smart Cache
Bus Speed: 8 GT/s
TDP: 65 W
Lithography: 14 nm
Socket: FCLGA1151
Integrated graphics
The i3-9100 includes integrated graphics, which means a dedicated graphics card is not required to display an image.
Processor Graphics: Intel UHD Graphics 630
Graphics Base Frequency: 350 MHz
Graphics Max Dynamic Frequency: 1.10 GHz
Max Resolution: Supports up to 4K at 60Hz via DisplayPort
Memory support
Maximum Memory Size: 64 GB
Memory Types: DDR4-2400
Max Number of Memory Channels: 2
ECC Memory: Supported
Performance and use cases
As a budget-priced processor, the i3-9100 was suited for general office productivity, web browsing, and streaming high-definition media. Reviews indicated it was a very capable CPU for these tasks.
For gaming, reviewers found it was capable of handling many eSports and MMORPG titles, especially when paired with a good graphics card.
For intensive tasks, such as video editing or demanding, high-end gaming, the i3-9100 may struggle due to its lower core and thread count compared to more powerful processors.
