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Atom x7213RE
Core i3-4100M
Performance Spectrum - CPU
About PassMark
PassMark CPU Mark evaluates processor speed through complex mathematical computations. It provides a reliable metric to compare multi-core performance, where higher scores indicate faster processing for multitasking, gaming, and heavy workloads.
Value Upgrade Path
This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money. The Atom x7213RE is positioned at rank 401 and the Core i3-4100M is on rank 114, so the Core i3-4100M offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Atom x7213RE
Performance Per Dollar Core i3-4100M
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Atom x7213RE | Core i3-4100M |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($99) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Amston Lake (2024−2025) / 10 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Haswell (2013−2015) / 22 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Atom x7213RE | Core i3-4100M |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($99) |
Performance Check
To accurately isolate CPU performance, all benchmarks below use an NVIDIA RTX 4090 as the reference GPU. This eliminates GPU-side bottlenecks and highlights pure processing throughput differences between the CPUs.
Note: Real-world results may vary based on your actual GPU. CPU performance impact is more visible in processing-intensive titles and high-refresh-rate gaming scenarios.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of Atom x7213RE and Core i3-4100M
Atom x7213RE
The Atom x7213RE is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 8 April 2024 (1 year ago). It is based on the Amston Lake (2024−2025) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 2 GHz, with boost up to 3.4 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB (total). L2 cache: 2 MB (total). Built on 10 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1264. Thermal design power (TDP): 9 Watt. Memory support: DDR4, DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 2,538 points. Launch price was $42.
Core i3-4100M
The Core i3-4100M is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 4 June 2013 (12 years ago). It is based on the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.5 GHz, with boost up to 2.5 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: PGA946. Thermal design power (TDP): 37 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 2,531 points. Launch price was $225.
Processing Power
The Atom x7213RE packs 2 cores / 2 threads, matching the Core i3-4100M's 2 cores. Boost clocks reach 3.4 GHz on the Atom x7213RE versus 2.5 GHz on the Core i3-4100M — a 30.5% clock advantage for the Atom x7213RE (base: 2 GHz vs 2.5 GHz). The Atom x7213RE uses the Amston Lake (2024−2025) architecture (10 nm), while the Core i3-4100M uses Haswell (2013−2015) (22 nm). In PassMark, the Atom x7213RE scores 2,538 against the Core i3-4100M's 2,531 — a 0.3% lead for the Atom x7213RE. L3 cache: 6 MB (total) on the Atom x7213RE vs 3 MB on the Core i3-4100M.
| Feature | Atom x7213RE | Core i3-4100M |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2 | 2 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 3.4 GHz+36% | 2.5 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2 GHz | 2.5 GHz+25% |
| L3 Cache | 6 MB (total)+100% | 3 MB |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB (total)+300% | 512 kB |
| Process | 10 nm-55% | 22 nm |
| Architecture | Amston Lake (2024−2025) | Haswell (2013−2015) |
| PassMark | 2,538 | 2,531 |
Memory & Platform
The Atom x7213RE uses the FCBGA1264 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Core i3-4100M uses PGA946 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR5-4800 on the Atom x7213RE versus DDR3L-1600 on the Core i3-4100M — the Atom x7213RE supports 50% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Core i3-4100M supports up to 32 GB of RAM compared to 16 GB — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 1 (Atom x7213RE) vs 2 (Core i3-4100M). PCIe lanes: 9 (Atom x7213RE) vs 16 (Core i3-4100M) — the Core i3-4100M offers 7 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives.
| Feature | Atom x7213RE | Core i3-4100M |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FCBGA1264 | PGA946 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0+33% | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR5-4800+67% | DDR3L-1600 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 16 GB | 32 GB+100% |
| RAM Channels | 1 | 2+100% |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 9 | 16+78% |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: not specified (Atom x7213RE) / VT-x, VT-d (Core i3-4100M). Both include integrated graphics — Intel UHD Graphics (16EU) (Atom x7213RE) and HD Graphics 4600 (Core i3-4100M) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i3-4100M targets Mobile.
| Feature | Atom x7213RE | Core i3-4100M |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | Intel UHD Graphics (16EU) | HD Graphics 4600 |
| Unlocked | — | No |
| AVX-512 | — | No |
| Virtualization | — | VT-x, VT-d |
| Target Use | — | Mobile |
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