Core i3-10100 vs Ryzen 5 PRO 2400G
Core i3-10100
Ryzen 5 PRO 2400G
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.
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Performance Per Dollar Core i3-10100
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 5 PRO 2400G
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i3-10100 | Ryzen 5 PRO 2400G |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($146) | ✅ More affordable ($100) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Comet Lake-S (2020) / 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Raven Ridge (2017−2019) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i3-10100 | Ryzen 5 PRO 2400G |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+46%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($146) | ✅ More affordable ($100) |
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 Core i3-10100 and Ryzen 5 PRO 2400G
Core i3-10100
The Core i3-10100 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 30 April 2020 (5 years ago). It is based on the Comet Lake-S (2020) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.6 GHz, with boost up to 4.3 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1200. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 8,526 points. Launch price was $130.
Ryzen 5 PRO 2400G
The Ryzen 5 PRO 2400G is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 10 May 2018 (7 years ago). It is based on the Raven Ridge (2017−2019) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.6 GHz, with boost up to 3.9 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4 Dual-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 8,527 points. Launch price was $169.
Processing Power
Both the Core i3-10100 and Ryzen 5 PRO 2400G share an identical 4-core/8-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 4.3 GHz on the Core i3-10100 versus 3.9 GHz on the Ryzen 5 PRO 2400G — a 9.8% clock advantage for the Core i3-10100 (base: 3.6 GHz vs 3.6 GHz). The Core i3-10100 uses the Comet Lake-S (2020) architecture (14 nm), while the Ryzen 5 PRO 2400G uses Raven Ridge (2017−2019) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Core i3-10100 scores 8,526 against the Ryzen 5 PRO 2400G's 8,527 — a 0% lead for the Ryzen 5 PRO 2400G. L3 cache: 6 MB (total) on the Core i3-10100 vs 4 MB (total) on the Ryzen 5 PRO 2400G.
| Feature | Core i3-10100 | Ryzen 5 PRO 2400G |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 8 | 4 / 8 |
| Boost Clock | 4.3 GHz+10% | 3.9 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.6 GHz | 3.6 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 6 MB (total)+50% | 4 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 256K (per core) | 512 kB (per core)+100% |
| Process | 14 nm | 14 nm |
| Architecture | Comet Lake-S (2020) | Raven Ridge (2017−2019) |
| PassMark | 8,526 | 8,527 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | 5,612 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 1,430 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 4,300 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Core i3-10100 uses the LGA1200 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Ryzen 5 PRO 2400G uses AM4 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Core i3-10100 | Ryzen 5 PRO 2400G |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1200 | AM4 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4-2666 | — |
| Max RAM Capacity | 128 GB | — |
| RAM Channels | 2 | — |
| ECC Support | ❌ | — |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | — |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Core i3-10100) / not specified (Ryzen 5 PRO 2400G). The Core i3-10100 includes integrated graphics (UHD Graphics 630), while the Ryzen 5 PRO 2400G requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i3-10100 targets Gaming. Direct competitor: Core i3-10100 rivals Ryzen 3 3300X.
| Feature | Core i3-10100 | Ryzen 5 PRO 2400G |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | — |
| IGPU Model | UHD Graphics 630 | — |
| Unlocked | No | — |
| AVX-512 | No | — |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d, EPT | — |
| Target Use | Gaming | — |
Value Analysis
The Core i3-10100 launched at $122 MSRP, while the Ryzen 5 PRO 2400G debuted at $193. At current prices ($146 vs $100), the Ryzen 5 PRO 2400G is $46 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i3-10100 delivers 58.4 pts/$ vs 85.3 pts/$ for the Ryzen 5 PRO 2400G — making the Ryzen 5 PRO 2400G the 37.4% better value option.
| Feature | Core i3-10100 | Ryzen 5 PRO 2400G |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $122-37% | $193 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $146 | $100-32% |
| Performance per Dollar | 58.4 | 85.3+46% |
| Release Date | 2020 | 2018 |
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