Core i3-10105F vs Ryzen 5 1500X
Core i3-10105F
Ryzen 5 1500X
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Core i3-10105F
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 5 1500X
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i3-10105F | Ryzen 5 1500X |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($65) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($67) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Comet Lake-R (2021) / 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Zen (2017−2020) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i3-10105F | Ryzen 5 1500X |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+1%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($65) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($67) |
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 i3-10105F and Ryzen 5 1500X
Core i3-10105F
The Core i3-10105F is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 16 March 2021 (4 years ago). It is based on the Comet Lake-R (2021) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.7 GHz, with boost up to 4.4 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1200. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2666. Passmark benchmark score: 8,912 points. Launch price was $97.
Ryzen 5 1500X
The Ryzen 5 1500X is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 11 April 2017 (8 years ago). It is based on the Zen (2017−2020) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.5 GHz, with boost up to 3.7 GHz. L3 cache: 16 MB (total). L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 9,074 points. Launch price was $189.
Processing Power
Both the Core i3-10105F and Ryzen 5 1500X share an identical 4-core/8-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 4.4 GHz on the Core i3-10105F versus 3.7 GHz on the Ryzen 5 1500X — a 17.3% clock advantage for the Core i3-10105F (base: 3.7 GHz vs 3.5 GHz). The Core i3-10105F uses the Comet Lake-R (2021) architecture (14 nm), while the Ryzen 5 1500X uses Zen (2017−2020) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Core i3-10105F scores 8,912 against the Ryzen 5 1500X's 9,074 — a 1.8% lead for the Ryzen 5 1500X. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 1,461 vs 1,120, a 26.4% lead for the Core i3-10105F that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 4,503 vs 3,700 (19.6% advantage for the Core i3-10105F). L3 cache: 6 MB (total) on the Core i3-10105F vs 16 MB (total) on the Ryzen 5 1500X.
| Feature | Core i3-10105F | Ryzen 5 1500X |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 8 | 4 / 8 |
| Boost Clock | 4.4 GHz+19% | 3.7 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.7 GHz+6% | 3.5 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 6 MB (total) | 16 MB (total)+167% |
| L2 Cache | 256 kB (per core) | 512K (per core)+100% |
| Process | 14 nm | 14 nm |
| Architecture | Comet Lake-R (2021) | Zen (2017−2020) |
| PassMark | 8,912 | 9,074+2% |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 4,641 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 1,461+30% | 1,120 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 4,503+22% | 3,700 |
Memory & Platform
The Core i3-10105F uses the LGA1200 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Ryzen 5 1500X uses AM4 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR4-2666 memory speed. The Core i3-10105F supports up to 128 GB of RAM compared to 64 GB — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 16 (Core i3-10105F) vs 20 (Ryzen 5 1500X) — the Ryzen 5 1500X offers 4 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: LGA1200 (Core i3-10105F) and A320,B350,X370,B450,X470 (Ryzen 5 1500X).
| Feature | Core i3-10105F | Ryzen 5 1500X |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1200 | AM4 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4-2666 | DDR4-2666 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 128 GB+100% | 64 GB |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | 20+25% |
Advanced Features
Only the Ryzen 5 1500X has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d (Core i3-10105F) vs AMD-V (Ryzen 5 1500X). Primary use case: Ryzen 5 1500X targets Gaming. Direct competitor: Ryzen 5 1500X rivals Core i5-7500.
| Feature | Core i3-10105F | Ryzen 5 1500X |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| Unlocked | No | Yes |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | AMD-V |
| Target Use | — | Gaming |
Value Analysis
The Core i3-10105F launched at $97 MSRP, while the Ryzen 5 1500X debuted at $189. At current prices ($65 vs $67), the Core i3-10105F is $2 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i3-10105F delivers 137.1 pts/$ vs 135.4 pts/$ for the Ryzen 5 1500X — making the Core i3-10105F the 1.2% better value option.
| Feature | Core i3-10105F | Ryzen 5 1500X |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $97-49% | $189 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $65-3% | $67 |
| Performance per Dollar | 137.1+1% | 135.4 |
| Release Date | 2021 | 2017 |
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