Intel Core i3-10100 vs Intel Core i5-10500

In this comparison, we analyze the Intel Core i3-10100 and Intel Core i5-10500 CPUs. The Intel Core i3-10100 is 52% slower and 138% cheaper than Intel Core i5-10500.

Specifications comparison

Intel Core i3-10100
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PRICE£88.67£210.95
CPU MARK865713172
VALUE9862
SOCKETLGA 1200LGA 1200
TDP65W65W
EFFICIENCY133203
CORES4 x 3.60 GHz6 x 3.10 GHz
TURBO4.30 GHz4.50 GHz
THREADS26162805
DATEQ2/2020Q2/2020

AMD Equivalent to Intel Core i3-10100

NameCPU mark
Price
AMD Ryzen 3 4300G
10962
£71.97
AMD Ryzen 5 4600G
16064
£77.97
AMD Ryzen 5 4500
16091
£59.98

AMD Equivalent to Intel Core i5-10500

NameCPU mark
Price
AMD Ryzen 3 4300G
10962
£71.97
AMD Ryzen 5 4600G
16064
£77.97
AMD Ryzen 5 4500
16091
£59.98

Is Intel Core i3-10100 better than Intel Core i5-10500?

When considering value for money, the Intel Core i3-10100 offers a better deal than the Intel Core i5-10500 by 37%.


The Intel Core i3-10100 is less energy-efficient considering its performance, with a power consumption of 65 watts and a CPUMark score of 8657. By comparing its benchmark score to its power consumption, we get an efficiency score of 133. The Intel Core i5-10500 efficiency score is 203. So, the Intel Core i5-10500 leads by 53%, making it the smarter choice in terms of power efficiency


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