AMD Ryzen 5 8500G vs Intel Core i3-12100

In this comparison, we analyze the AMD Ryzen 5 8500G and Intel Core i3-12100 CPUs. The AMD Ryzen 5 8500G is 44% faster and 47% cheaper than Intel Core i3-12100.

Specifications comparison

AMD Ryzen 5 8500G
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PRICE$149.99$219.99
CPU MARK2159812169
VALUE14455
SOCKETAM5LGA 1700
TDP65W60W
EFFICIENCY332203
CORES6 x 3.50 GHz4 x 3.30 GHz
TURBO5.00 GHz4.30 GHz
THREADS38893174
DATEQ1/2024Q1/2022

Intel Equivalent to AMD Ryzen 5 8500G

AMD Equivalent to Intel Core i3-12100

Is AMD Ryzen 5 8500G better than Intel Core i3-12100?

When considering value for money, the AMD Ryzen 5 8500G offers a better deal than the Intel Core i3-12100 by 62%.


The AMD Ryzen 5 8500G is more energy-efficient considering its performance, with a power consumption of 65 watts and a CPUMark score of 21598. By comparing its benchmark score to its power consumption, we get an efficiency score of 332. The Intel Core i3-12100 efficiency score is 203. So, the AMD Ryzen 5 8500G leads by 39%, making it the smarter choice in terms of power efficiency


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