Core i3-1115GRE

The Core i3-1115GRE is a 2-core / 4-thread processor based on the Tiger Lake-U (2020−2021) architecture, manufactured on a 10 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 3.9 GHz from a base frequency of 2.2 GHz— higher boost clocks directly translate to better single-threaded performance and responsiveness in gaming. It carries 6 MB (total) of L3 cache, plus 1.25 MB (per core) of L2 cache and 80 kB (per core) of L1 cache per core. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 4,588, placing it in the Entry Level performance tier as a Aging generation product. Geekbench 6 single-core (the most relevant metric for gaming FPS) records 1,175, while multi-core reaches 2,233.

The Core i3-1115GRE fits into the FCBGA1449 socket and supports PCIe 4.0 with 4 total PCIe lanes for expansion cards and storage. It supports DDR4, LPDDR4X memory at speeds up to DDR4-3200 (faster RAM improves bandwidth-sensitive workloads), with a maximum capacity of 64 GB across 2 channels (dual-channel doubles bandwidth). It supports ECC memory, providing error-correcting capabilities — essential for mission-critical workloads and servers. Integrated graphics: Intel UHD Graphics — allows display output without a dedicated GPU, useful for troubleshooting and light tasks.

It supports AVX-512 instructions — specialized SIMD operations that significantly accelerate AI inference, scientific computing, and video encoding workloads. Virtualization: Yes — enables running virtual machines efficiently (important for development and server workloads).

The Core i3-1115GRE has a rated TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 15 Watt — this indicates the amount of heat generated under sustained load and determines what cooling solution is needed. No stock cooler is included — you will need to purchase an aftermarket cooler separately.

At an average price of $480 (MSRP: $338), the Core i3-1115GRE delivers 10 PassMark points per dollar. Performance ranking position: #1931 out of all indexed processors.