AMD Ryzen 7 9700X vs Intel Core i3-10100

In this comparison, we analyze the AMD Ryzen 7 9700X and Intel Core i3-10100 CPUs. The AMD Ryzen 7 9700X is 77% faster and 72% more expensive than Intel Core i3-10100.

Specifications comparison

AMD Ryzen 7 9700X
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PRICE$319$89.99
CPU MARK371648678
VALUE11796
SOCKETAM5LGA 1200
TDP65W65W
EFFICIENCY572134
CORES8 x 3.80 GHz4 x 3.60 GHz
TURBO5.50 GHz4.30 GHz
THREADS46552620
DATEQ3/2024Q2/2020

Intel Equivalent to AMD Ryzen 7 9700X

AMD Equivalent to Intel Core i3-10100

Is AMD Ryzen 7 9700X better than Intel Core i3-10100?

When considering value for money, the AMD Ryzen 7 9700X offers a better deal than the Intel Core i3-10100 by 18%.


The AMD Ryzen 7 9700X is more energy-efficient considering its performance, with a power consumption of 65 watts and a CPUMark score of 37164. By comparing its benchmark score to its power consumption, we get an efficiency score of 572. The Intel Core i3-10100 efficiency score is 134. So, the AMD Ryzen 7 9700X leads by 77%, making it the smarter choice in terms of power efficiency


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