Intel Core i3-4160T socket: LGA 1150
The Intel Core i3-4160T uses the LGA 1150 socket. It is a low power dual core Haswell part with four threads at 3.1 GHz and 35 W with HD Graphics 4400.
- Socket
- LGA 1150
- Launched
- July 2014
- Cores and threads
- 2 and 4
- Base power
- 35 W
- Codename
- Haswell
- Segment
- Desktop
- Family
- Intel Core i3
- Clocks
- 3.1 GHz
Intel Core i3-4160T specifications
| Cores | 2 |
|---|---|
| Threads | 4 |
| Core architecture | Haswell cores on 22 nm |
| Clocks | 3.1 GHz (no boost) |
| Cache | 3 MB Smart Cache |
| Processor base power (TDP) | 35 W |
| Manufacturing process | 22 nm |
| Memory support | DDR3-1333 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 i3-4160T 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 i3-4160T is
The Core i3-4160T is a low power Haswell refresh clock for compact PCs on LGA 1150. Intel set two cores and four threads at 3.1 GHz with 3 MB of Smart Cache. Power stays at 35 W on 22 nm from July 2014. It leads the 2.9 GHz 4150T by 200 MHz in the same cooler class.
Higher T clocks help single thread office apps without leaving the 35 W budget. Mail merges, large sheets and web apps feel a touch quicker. Four threads keep background tools from blocking foreground typing. Slim cases with limited fans benefit most, since standard 54 W chips would throttle behind closed vents.
HD Graphics 4400 handles dual office monitors with DisplayPort and HDMI. DDR3-1333 and 1600 across two channels to 32 GB feed cores and graphics. The chip is a quiet Haswell socket for libraries, clinics and kiosks where noise and heat must stay low.
Socket and motherboard compatibility
The 4160T fits LGA 1150 on 8 series boards such as H81 and B85, plus 9 series boards such as H97 and Z97. Haswell is native on both series. Slim OEM models list T support per BIOS, so check the maker table before swapping a 54 W i3 for this 35 W part.
Memory is DDR3 only. The Socket vs chipset: what decides whether a CPU works guide explains series pairing. Boards for LGA 1151 never take Haswell. Cooler mounting at 75 × 75 mm from the CPU cooler compatibility by socket guide suits low profile units.
Enable 35 W power limits in firmware for even fan curves in small bodies.
Memory, PCIe and cooling
DDR3-1333 and 1600 in dual channel to 32 GB is the target. Eight gigabytes with an SSD covers office fleets. Matched pairs lift graphics in calls. Low voltage DDR3L support follows board design.
Sixteen PCIe 3.0 lanes from the CPU serve one slot or an NVMe adapter on 9 series boards. Most 4160T builds keep integrated video for thermals. Chipset PCIe 2.0 lanes add SATA and USB. Slot choice follows case airflow more than lane count at this level.
Low height 35 W coolers hold 3.1 GHz quietly. Keep dust filters clean, since slim intakes clog quickly and raise fan speed.
Upgrade paths
Within the socket the Intel Core i3-4150T at 2.9 GHz is a slightly slower 35 W twin on the same boards. The Intel Core i3-4360T at 3.2 GHz with 4 MB of cache and HD Graphics 4600 adds cache and stronger graphics in the same 35 W class. Both reuse DDR3.
A DDR4 move needs a new socket and board. The 4160T holds slim Haswell desks where 3.1 GHz threads at 35 W fit best.
Frequently asked questions
What socket does the Core i3-4160T use?
It uses LGA 1150 on 8 and 9 series boards.
How many cores does the Core i3-4160T have?
Two cores and four threads at 3.1 GHz with 3 MB of cache.
Which graphics does the Core i3-4160T include?
Intel HD Graphics 4400 for office use.
What is the TDP of the Core i3-4160T?
35 W for compact desktops.
Sources and verification
- 4th Generation Intel Core i3 Processors (Intel, 4160T 3MB HD4400 Q3 14)
- Haswell microarchitecture (Wikipedia, i3 HD4400 data)
- LGA 1150 (Wikipedia, chipsets and memory)
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