AMD Ryzen 3 3100 vs Intel Core i5-10500

In this comparison, we analyze the AMD Ryzen 3 3100 and Intel Core i5-10500 CPUs. The AMD Ryzen 3 3100 is 10% slower and 230% cheaper than Intel Core i5-10500.

Specifications comparison

AMD Ryzen 3 3100
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PRICE$67.48$222.85
CPU MARK1162212738
VALUE17257
SOCKETAM4LGA 1200
TDP65W65W
EFFICIENCY179196
CORES4 x 3.60 GHz6 x 3.10 GHz
TURBO3.90 GHz4.50 GHz
THREADS24202765
DATEQ2/2020Q2/2020

Intel Equivalent to AMD Ryzen 3 3100

AMD Equivalent to Intel Core i5-10500

Is AMD Ryzen 3 3100 better than Intel Core i5-10500?

When considering value for money, the AMD Ryzen 3 3100 offers a better deal than the Intel Core i5-10500 by 67%.


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 i5-10500 efficiency score is 196. So, the Intel Core i5-10500 leads by 9%, making it the smarter choice in terms of power efficiency


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