Intel Core i3-4150T socket: LGA 1150
The Intel Core i3-4150T uses the LGA 1150 socket. It is a low power dual core Haswell part with four threads at 2.9 GHz and 35 W with HD Graphics 4400.
- Socket
- LGA 1150
- Launched
- May 2014
- Cores and threads
- 2 and 4
- Base power
- 35 W
- Codename
- Haswell
- Segment
- Desktop
- Family
- Intel Core i3
- Clocks
- 2.9 GHz
Intel Core i3-4150T specifications
| Cores | 2 |
|---|---|
| Threads | 4 |
| Core architecture | Haswell cores on 22 nm |
| Clocks | 2.9 GHz (no boost) |
| Cache | 3 MB Smart Cache |
| Processor base power (TDP) | 35 W |
| Manufacturing process | 22 nm |
| Memory support | DDR3-1333 and 1600, DDR3L-1333 and 1600, two channels, up to 32 GB |
| PCI Express | PCIe 3.0, 16 lanes |
| Integrated graphics | Intel HD Graphics 4400 |
| Multiplier | Locked |
| Package | FCLGA1150 (37.5 × 37.5 mm) |
Motherboard and chipset compatibility
Intel Core i3-4150T needs a motherboard with a LGA 1150 socket. The table shows which chipset series accept it.
| Series | Chipsets | Support |
|---|---|---|
| 9 series | Z97, H97 | Works out of the box |
| 8 series | Z87, H87, Q87, Q85, B85, H81 | Works out of the box |
Board makers publish a CPU support list for every model. Check it for your exact board before buying. Chipset details for LGA 1150.
LGA 1150 at a glance
| Type | LGA, 1,150 contacts |
|---|---|
| Package size | 37.5 × 37.5 mm |
| Introduced | June 2013 |
| Memory | DDR3 and DDR3L |
| Cooler mounting holes | 75 × 75 mm |
What the Core i3-4150T is
The Core i3-4150T brings Haswell threads to 35 W for small desktops on LGA 1150. Intel set two cores and four threads at 2.9 GHz with 3 MB of Smart Cache. Power is 35 W on 22 nm from May 2014. Fixed clocks without turbo suit thin chassis with limited fan speed.
Four threads cover office work with antivirus, management agents and video calls beside documents. At 2.9 GHz response stays smooth with an SSD. Lower clocks trim heat versus the 54 W i3-4150, which lets slim OEM cases use smaller coolers. Buyers pick the T where a standard i3 would trip thermal limits.
HD Graphics 4400 drives office displays with DisplayPort and HDMI paths. DDR3-1333 and 1600 plus DDR3L variants over two channels to 32 GB feed the chip. The value is threads at low power without a discrete card for quiet fleets.
Socket and motherboard compatibility
The 4150T fits LGA 1150 on H81, B85, H97 and Z97 with Haswell support. Low power BIOS tables suit slim boards. Makers list T SKUs per board, so confirm the CPU table before swapping a 54 W i3 for a T in a used compact PC.
DDR3 slots are the only memory path. The Socket vs chipset: what decides whether a CPU works guide covers 8 and 9 series pairing. Boards for LGA 1151 never accept Haswell despite similar cooler holes.
Slim cases benefit from 35 W fan curves in firmware. Pair with a board that lists T support for stable thermals.
Memory, PCIe and cooling
DDR3-1333 and 1600 in two channels to 32 GB suit small offices. Eight gigabytes covers fleets with SSDs. Paired sticks help HD 4400 in meetings. Low voltage DDR3L options fit thin boards where offered.
PCIe 3.0 with 16 lanes from the CPU feeds a single slot or storage adapter on 9 series boards. Most T builds stay integrated to hold thermals. A low profile card fits where airflow allows. Chipset lanes add SATA and USB for the rest.
Cooling uses the 75 mm LGA 1150 mount from the CPU cooler compatibility by socket guide. Low height 35 W coolers run quietly. Keep intakes clear to hold 2.9 GHz in warm rooms.
Upgrade paths
On the same socket the Intel Core i3-4160T at 3.1 GHz with four threads is a direct 35 W clock step on identical boards. The Intel Pentium G3250T at 2.8 GHz with two threads is a lower cost low power option where threads matter less. Both share DDR3 and slim cooling.
A new socket needs a new board and memory. The 4150T covers compact Haswell offices where 35 W threads are the ceiling.
Frequently asked questions
What socket does the Core i3-4150T use?
It uses LGA 1150 on 8 and 9 series boards.
How many cores does the Core i3-4150T have?
Two cores and four threads at 2.9 GHz with 3 MB of cache.
Which graphics does the Core i3-4150T include?
Intel HD Graphics 4400 for office displays.
What is the TDP of the Core i3-4150T?
35 W for slim desktops.
Sources and verification
- 4th Generation Intel Core i3 Processors (Intel, 4150T 3MB HD4400 Q2 14)
- Haswell microarchitecture (Wikipedia, i3 HD4400 data)
- LGA 1150 (Wikipedia, chipsets and memory)
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