AMD Ryzen 3 3100 vs Intel Core i5-10400

In this comparison, we analyze the AMD Ryzen 3 3100 and Intel Core i5-10400 CPUs. The AMD Ryzen 3 3100 is 4% slower and 91% cheaper than Intel Core i5-10400.

Specifications comparison

AMD Ryzen 3 3100
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PRICE$67.48$129
CPU MARK1162212134
VALUE17294
SOCKETAM4LGA 1200
TDP65W65W
EFFICIENCY179187
CORES4 x 3.60 GHz6 x 2.90 GHz
TURBO3.90 GHz4.30 GHz
THREADS24202572
DATEQ2/2020Q2/2020

Intel Equivalent to AMD Ryzen 3 3100

AMD Equivalent to Intel Core i5-10400

Is AMD Ryzen 3 3100 better than Intel Core i5-10400?

When considering value for money, the AMD Ryzen 3 3100 offers a better deal than the Intel Core i5-10400 by 45%.


The AMD Ryzen 3 3100 is less energy-efficient considering its performance, with a power consumption of 65 watts and a CPUMark score of 11622. By comparing its benchmark score to its power consumption, we get an efficiency score of 179. The Intel Core i5-10400 efficiency score is 187. So, the Intel Core i5-10400 leads by 4%, making it the smarter choice in terms of power efficiency


The value score is calculated by comparing the benchmark score with the price.