Intel Core i3-4330TE socket: LGA 1150
The Intel Core i3-4330TE uses the LGA 1150 socket. It is an embedded low power dual core Haswell part with four threads at 2.4 GHz and 35 W with HD Graphics 4600.
- Socket
- LGA 1150
- Launched
- 2013
- Cores and threads
- 2 and 4
- Base power
- 35 W
- Codename
- Haswell
- Segment
- Desktop
- Family
- Intel Core i3
- Clocks
- 2.4 GHz
Intel Core i3-4330TE specifications
| Cores | 2 |
|---|---|
| Threads | 4 |
| Core architecture | Haswell cores on 22 nm |
| Clocks | 2.4 GHz (no boost) |
| Cache | 4 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 4600 (350 MHz to 1.0 GHz) |
| Multiplier | Locked |
| Package | FCLGA1150 (37.5 × 37.5 mm) |
| ECC memory | Yes (with ECC board) |
Motherboard and chipset compatibility
Intel Core i3-4330TE 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 i3-4330TE is
The Core i3-4330TE is an embedded Haswell dual core for long life systems on LGA 1150. Intel set two cores and four threads at 2.4 GHz with 4 MB of Smart Cache. Power is 35 W on 22 nm from 2013. Intel lists it as an embedded option with extended availability for commercial and industrial boards.
Low clocks trim heat for fanless and compact enclosures that run for years. Four threads still handle control software, thin imaging and network services with an SSD. The 4 MB cache helps larger working sets versus 3 MB i3 T parts. Buyers choose TE where lifecycle and ECC matter more than peak speed.
HD Graphics 4600 from 350 MHz to 1.0 GHz drives industrial displays. DDR3-1333 and 1600 across two channels to 32 GB feed the chip. ECC memory is supported with boards that wire it. It is a Haswell socket for kiosks, medical and automation hosts that need threads at 35 W.
Socket and motherboard compatibility
The 4330TE fits LGA 1150 on embedded H81, Q87 and C220 series boards with Haswell support. Makers list TE SKUs per board with long life BIOS branches. Check the embedded board CPU table, since commercial desktop lists sometimes omit TE parts. Both 8 and 9 series desktop chipsets can run Haswell, but embedded designs favor Q87 and C226 for management and ECC.
The 75 × 75 mm mount suits low profile and fanless blocks. The CPU cooler compatibility by socket guide covers patterns. Boards for LGA 1151 never accept Haswell. The Socket vs chipset: what decides whether a CPU works guide explains series tiers.
Embedded use favors locked BOM boards with set memory and I/O. Confirm display outputs and serial needs before committing, since industrial boards vary widely.
Memory, PCIe and cooling
DDR3-1333 and 1600 in two channels to 32 GB is the memory spec. ECC DIMMs work where board and chipset support them. Eight gigabytes suits control images. Paired sticks help graphics in HMI panels. Voltage follows board design for 24 hour operation.
Sixteen PCIe 3.0 lanes from the CPU feed expansion for capture, motion or network cards. Chipset lanes add SATA and USB for storage and sensors. Lane sharing follows the embedded manual, so check slot maps for multi card plans.
Cooling is a low profile or conduction block for 35 W. At 2.4 GHz heat is modest, but sealed cases need path planning to the chassis. Keep thermal pads fresh per maker service notes.
Upgrade paths
On the same socket the Intel Core i3-4340TE at 2.6 GHz with 4 MB of cache and HD 4600 is a direct 35 W clock step on similar embedded boards. The Intel Core i3-4150T at 2.9 GHz with 3 MB of cache is a desktop low power option with higher clocks where embedded lifecycle is not needed. Both reuse DDR3.
A new platform needs a new board and memory. The 4330TE covers long life Haswell hosts where 2.4 GHz threads at 35 W with ECC are the brief.
Frequently asked questions
What socket does the Core i3-4330TE use?
It uses LGA 1150 on embedded and desktop 8 series boards.
How many cores does the Core i3-4330TE have?
Two cores and four threads at 2.4 GHz with 4 MB of cache.
Which graphics does the Core i3-4330TE include?
Intel HD Graphics 4600 from 350 MHz to 1.0 GHz.
What is the TDP of the Core i3-4330TE?
35 W for embedded and compact systems with ECC support.
Sources and verification
- Intel Core i3-4330TE specifications (Intel, 4M Cache 2.40 GHz 35W)
- Haswell microarchitecture (Wikipedia, embedded Haswell data)
- LGA 1150 (Wikipedia, chipsets and memory)
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