Core i3-10100 vs Ryzen Embedded R2544
Core i3-10100
Ryzen Embedded R2544
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 Embedded R2544
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i3-10100 | Ryzen Embedded R2544 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($146) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($280) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Comet Lake-S (2020) / 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Picasso (2019−2022) / 12 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i3-10100 | Ryzen Embedded R2544 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+93%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($146) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($280) |
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 Embedded R2544
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 Embedded R2544
The Ryzen Embedded R2544 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 30 September 2022 (3 years ago). It is based on the Picasso (2019−2022) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.35 GHz, with boost up to 3.7 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 12 nm process technology. Socket: FP5. Thermal design power (TDP): 45 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 8,486 points. Launch price was $149.
Processing Power
Both the Core i3-10100 and Ryzen Embedded R2544 share an identical 4-core/8-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 4.3 GHz on the Core i3-10100 versus 3.7 GHz on the Ryzen Embedded R2544 — a 15% clock advantage for the Core i3-10100 (base: 3.6 GHz vs 3.35 GHz). The Core i3-10100 uses the Comet Lake-S (2020) architecture (14 nm), while the Ryzen Embedded R2544 uses Picasso (2019−2022) (12 nm). In PassMark, the Core i3-10100 scores 8,526 against the Ryzen Embedded R2544's 8,486 — a 0.5% lead for the Core i3-10100. L3 cache: 6 MB (total) on the Core i3-10100 vs 4 MB (total) on the Ryzen Embedded R2544.
| Feature | Core i3-10100 | Ryzen Embedded R2544 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 8 | 4 / 8 |
| Boost Clock | 4.3 GHz+16% | 3.7 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.6 GHz+7% | 3.35 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 6 MB (total)+50% | 4 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 256K (per core) | 512 kB (per core)+100% |
| Process | 14 nm | 12 nm-14% |
| Architecture | Comet Lake-S (2020) | Picasso (2019−2022) |
| PassMark | 8,526 | 8,486 |
| 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 Embedded R2544 uses FP5 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Core i3-10100 | Ryzen Embedded R2544 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1200 | FP5 |
| 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 Embedded R2544). The Core i3-10100 includes integrated graphics (UHD Graphics 630), while the Ryzen Embedded R2544 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 Embedded R2544 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Embedded R2544 debuted at $280. At current prices ($146 vs $280), the Core i3-10100 is $134 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i3-10100 delivers 58.4 pts/$ vs 30.3 pts/$ for the Ryzen Embedded R2544 — making the Core i3-10100 the 63.3% better value option.
| Feature | Core i3-10100 | Ryzen Embedded R2544 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $122-56% | $280 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $146-48% | $280 |
| Performance per Dollar | 58.4+93% | 30.3 |
| Release Date | 2020 | 2022 |
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