Intel Core i3-2120 processor SR05Y

Intel Core i3-2120 Processor (LGA1155) – Reliable Performance for Office and Home

Are you looking for the most affordable solution to repair an older home PC, building a basic system for web browsing, or do you need a reliable replacement part for a corporate workstation? The dual-core desktop Intel Core i3-2120 processor from the highly successful 2nd generation (Sandy Bridge architecture) offers an excellent balance between purchase price, low power consumption, and stable daily performance.

Thanks to its high base frequency of 3.30 GHz and Hyper-Threading technology, this processor ensures smooth operation of the operating system, snappy responsiveness in text editors, email clients, study workloads, and seamless online Full HD multimedia streaming.

Key Features of the Intel Core i3-2120 Processor

• 2 physical cores and 4 threads with Intel Hyper-Threading technology for smoother multitasking.
• High base frequency of 3.30 GHz for snappy system responsiveness (does not support Turbo Boost).
• Integrated Intel HD Graphics 2000 core for reliable display capabilities without a dedicated GPU.
• 3 MB Intel Smart Cache for rapid access to frequently used data.
• Proven and highly reliable Sandy Bridge architecture with a 65W TDP.
• Designed for the widely adopted Socket LGA1155.

Adequate Power for Everyday Tasks

The Intel Core i3-2120 is designed to reliably handle all common workflows. Thanks to Hyper-Threading, it can process up to 4 computing threads simultaneously. Combined with an SSD and sufficient memory, it breathes new life into older PCs – allowing you to comfortably keep multiple browser tabs open, write documents, and stream music in the background without stuttering.

Intel HD Graphics 2000 Integrated Core

The processor features an integrated graphics core, the Intel HD Graphics 2000. It reliably handles smooth user interface rendering in Windows, hardware acceleration in web browsers, and online Full HD video playback (YouTube, Netflix). It completely eliminates the need to buy a separate dedicated graphics card, saving you both money and reducing system power draw.

Broad Compatibility and Easy Servicing

This processor is designed for motherboards with the **LGA1155 socket** and Intel 6-series and 7-series chipsets (such as H61, B75, H67, P67, Z68, H77, Z77, and more).

It represents an ideal, low-cost service part or upgrade for highly popular corporate desktop computers from the 2011–2014 era:

• Dell OptiPlex 390, 790, 990, 3010, 7010, 9010
• HP Compaq / ProDesk 6200 Pro, 8200 Elite, 6300 Pro, 8300 Elite
• Lenovo ThinkCentre M71e, M81, M91p, M82, M92p

Technical Specifications