i3 2120 vs E8500

[yonk]

Those are similar processors, but different generations. So is the i3 any better for all around use and some gaming?

I am considering buying a new i3 or a used e8400/e8500.

 

[cmndr_andi]

Here is a comparison of a Core 2 Duo E8400 with an i3 2100 in a range of applications:

http://www.anandtech.com/bench/Product/56?vs=289

So yes, the i3 is a good deal faster for most tasks and would be the one I would go for in that price range.

May I ask what kit you are currently running and what your budget is for an upgrade?

 

[dreamtm5]

Hi, here is a perfect compare for you :
http://en.inpai.com.cn/doc/enshowcont.asp?id=7977&pageid=8060
even overclocked to 4.0 GHz E8400 is no match for i3 2100

 

[linktoinsanity]

If you already had an E8400/E8500 I'd recommend sticking to what you had. However if you are buying a new system, go with i3.

 

[.:SAmSuNG:.]

I've had both and the i3 is a great chip. Honestly surprised how quick it feels at stock.

 

[Sasahara]

In a straight 2 core (no HT) battle the E8400/8500 @ 4.0 will beat the i3, but most other applications the i3 will win.

In gaming terms mmos like wow and Starcraft 2 that are 1-2 core bound cpu intensive games the E8400 is faster, most other games the i3 will be faster.

I think it comes down to price, if the E8400 is cheaper by a reasonable distance go for it, otherwise the new i3 with upgrade scope is the better option.

 

[Oggy]

Interesting I've got an old E8400 at home in spain, was going to buy and i3 but might try and bring the E8400 home.

 

[yonk]

Hi, here is a perfect compare for you :
http://en.inpai.com.cn/doc/enshowcont.asp?id=7977&pageid=8060
even overclocked to 4.0 GHz E8400 is no match for i3 2100

Thanks, this test is just what I was looking for. E8400 is no match for i3.
I am building a new system, because old one will be going to someone else. I'm almost embarassed to say, but it's AMD 64 3000... Just slow as snail.

I posted a new thread for the full system:

http://forums.overclockers.co.uk/showthread.php?t=18381747

 

[The Deuce]

Thanks, this test is just what I was looking for. E8400 is no match for i3.
I am building a new system, because old one will be going to someone else. I'm almost embarassed to say, but it's AMD 64 3000... Just slow as snail.

I posted a new thread for the full system:

http://forums.overclockers.co.uk/showthread.php?t=18381747

Nothing to be embarrassed about at all, I'm running a 3870k Llano and It's sweet for my htpc. Over 80fps @ 1080p in tiger woods online and over 50fps in bfbc2 @720p. Don't always believe the hype.

 

[yonk]

I play more games like Need for Speed and other 3D action games, so I could see for myself it's no go for 2 years now.