The Lenovo IdeaPad 3i is available with the following CPUs:
- Intel Processor U300 (5 cores (1P + 4E)/6 threads, up to 4.4GHz, 8MB cache)
- Intel Core i3-1305U (5 cores (1P + 4E)/6 threads, up to 4.5Ghz, 10MB cache)
- Intel Core i3-1315U (6 cores (2P + 4E)/8 threads, up to 4.5GHz, 10MB cache)
- Intel Core i5-1335U (10 cores (2P + 8E)/12 threads, up to 4.6GHz, 12MB cache)
- Intel Core i7-1355U (10 cores (2P + 8E)/12 threads, up to 5.0GHz, 12MB cache)
All available CPUs are designed for general productivity tasks like web browsing, text processing, spreadsheets, and video playback. They all have a hybrid design with a mix of performance and efficiency cores. The Intel Processor U300 and Core i3-1305U have one performance core and four efficiency cores. The Core i3-1315U, i5-1335U, and i7-1355U have two performance cores, but the number of efficiency cores varies, from four on the Core i3 to eight on the Core i5 and i7. As usual, a higher core count and faster clock speeds will result in a smoother desktop experience with less slowdown when multitasking. The Core i5 and i7 can handle more demanding applications; however, if you’re using your laptop for heavy workloads like 3D graphics or video editing, you’re better off getting a laptop with an H-series processor, as those CPUs have more performance cores and run at a higher wattage.
