Comparison between core i3 and dual core processors

[sandesh mk]

Hi,
I am working currently in 2d/3d animation field. I need a faster processor. I need to know the comparison between core i3 and dual core processors regarding configuration, customization, speed and performance. Please give details for the same if anybody knows well.
sandesh mk

 

[wintermint]

http://www.anandtech.com/show/4083/the-sandy-bridge-review-intel-core-i7-2600k-i5-2500k-core-i3-2100-tested/17

You should take a look at this. It compares current sandy bridge to previous generation intel and some AMD alternatives.