What generation is i3-3110M?

Intel Core i3-3110M

Series	Intel Core i3
Codename	Ivy Bridge
Series: Core i3 Ivy Bridge	Intel Core i3-3130M 2.6 GHz 2 / 4 3 MB Intel Core i3-3120M 2.5 GHz 2 / 4 3 MB » Intel Core i3-3110M 2.4 GHz 2 / 4 3 MB Intel Core i3-3227U 1.9 GHz 2 / 4 3 MB Intel Core i3-3217U 1.8 GHz 2 / 4 3 MB Intel Core i3-3229Y 1.4 GHz 2 / 4 3 MB

How old is i3-3110M?

The Intel Core i3-3110M is a mobile processor with 2 cores, launched in June 2012.

Can I upgrade i3-3110M?

Judicious. The M series are not soldered on, so you will be able to replace it, however you cannot replace it with anything more than a dual core, as quad cores have higher TDP which is not supported by your laptop.

Which of the two processor is better and faster?

Clock speeds For instance, a quad-core processor may support a clock speed of 3.0GHz, while a dual-core processor may hold a clock speed of 3.5 GHz for every processor. This means that a dual-core processor can run 14% faster. So, if you have a single-threaded program, the dual-core processor is indeed more efficient.

Is an i3 good for gaming?

So is Intel Core i3 good for gaming? well the simple answer is yes. It is good for gaming. It is not the best choice (i5 and Ryzen 5 are recommended) but if you are on a budget and if you PARTICULARLY choose to go for the newer generation Core i3 CPUs, then your gaming system should perform fairly well.

Can we upgrade PGA processor?

That depends on the socket of the motherboard. If it’s BGA, then the CPU is soldered in and cannot be upgraded. If it’s PGA, then you theoretically upgrade it with a same powered (35 watt TDP) processor.

What is LGA vs PGA?

LGA – Land, i.e., Flat – CPUs without pins, Motherboard sockets with pins. PGA – Pins, i.e., Not Flat – CPUs with pins, Motherboard sockets without pins.