CPU
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Core i3-10105T
Ryzen 5 1400
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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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 i3-10105T
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 5 1400
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i3-10105T | Ryzen 5 1400 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($122) | ✅ More affordable ($91) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Comet Lake-R (2021) / 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Zen (2017−2020) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i3-10105T | Ryzen 5 1400 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+33%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($122) | ✅ More affordable ($91) |
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 i3-10105T and Ryzen 5 1400
Core i3-10105T
The Core i3-10105T 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 GHz, with boost up to 3.9 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1200. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2666. Passmark benchmark score: 7,815 points. Launch price was $134.
Ryzen 5 1400
The Ryzen 5 1400 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 3.2 GHz, with boost up to 3.4 GHz. L3 cache: 8 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: 7,731 points. Launch price was $169.
Processing Power
Both the Core i3-10105T and Ryzen 5 1400 share an identical 4-core/8-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 3.9 GHz on the Core i3-10105T versus 3.4 GHz on the Ryzen 5 1400 — a 13.7% clock advantage for the Core i3-10105T (base: 3 GHz vs 3.2 GHz). The Core i3-10105T uses the Comet Lake-R (2021) architecture (14 nm), while the Ryzen 5 1400 uses Zen (2017−2020) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Core i3-10105T scores 7,815 against the Ryzen 5 1400's 7,731 — a 1.1% lead for the Core i3-10105T. L3 cache: 6 MB (total) on the Core i3-10105T vs 8 MB (total) on the Ryzen 5 1400.
| Feature | Core i3-10105T | Ryzen 5 1400 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 8 | 4 / 8 |
| Boost Clock | 3.9 GHz+15% | 3.4 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3 GHz | 3.2 GHz+7% |
| L3 Cache | 6 MB (total) | 8 MB (total)+33% |
| L2 Cache | 256 kB (per core) | 512K (per core)+100% |
| Process | 14 nm | 14 nm |
| Architecture | Comet Lake-R (2021) | Zen (2017−2020) |
| PassMark | 7,815+1% | 7,731 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 1,200 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 4,000 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Core i3-10105T uses the LGA1200 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Ryzen 5 1400 uses AM4 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR4-2666 memory speed. The Core i3-10105T 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 i3-10105T) vs 24 (Ryzen 5 1400) — the Ryzen 5 1400 offers 8 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: H410,B460,H470,Q470,Z490,H510,B560,H570,Q570,Z590 (Core i3-10105T) and AMD 400 series,AMD 300 series (Ryzen 5 1400).
| Feature | Core i3-10105T | Ryzen 5 1400 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 24+50% |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: Yes (Core i3-10105T) / not specified (Ryzen 5 1400). The Core i3-10105T includes integrated graphics (UHD Graphics 630), while the Ryzen 5 1400 requires a dedicated GPU.
| Feature | Core i3-10105T | Ryzen 5 1400 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | No |
| IGPU Model | UHD Graphics 630 | — |
| AVX-512 | No | — |
| Virtualization | Yes | — |
Value Analysis
The Core i3-10105T launched at $122 MSRP, while the Ryzen 5 1400 debuted at $169. At current prices ($122 vs $91), the Ryzen 5 1400 is $31 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i3-10105T delivers 64.1 pts/$ vs 85.0 pts/$ for the Ryzen 5 1400 — making the Ryzen 5 1400 the 28% better value option.
| Feature | Core i3-10105T | Ryzen 5 1400 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $122-28% | $169 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $122 | $91-25% |
| Performance per Dollar | 64.1 | 85.0+33% |
| Release Date | 2021 | 2017 |
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