Core i3-13100 vs Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G
Core i3-13100
Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G
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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Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Core i3-13100
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i3-13100 | Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($128) | ✅ More affordable ($80) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Raptor Lake-S (2023−2024) / Intel 7 nm) | ✨ Modern (Cezanne (2021−2025) / 7 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i3-13100 | Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+60%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($128) | ✅ More affordable ($80) |
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 i3-13100 and Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G
Core i3-13100
The Core i3-13100 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 4 January 2023 (2 years ago). It is based on the Raptor Lake-S (2023−2024) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.4 GHz, with boost up to 4.5 GHz. L3 cache: 12 MB (total). L2 cache: 1.25 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1700. Thermal design power (TDP): 60 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-4800, DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 14,064 points. Launch price was $134.
Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G
The Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 5 September 2024 (1 year ago). It is based on the Cezanne (2021−2025) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 4 GHz, with boost up to 4.2 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB. L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 7 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 14,033 points. Launch price was $149.
Processing Power
Both the Core i3-13100 and Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G share an identical 4-core/8-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 4.5 GHz on the Core i3-13100 versus 4.2 GHz on the Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G — a 6.9% clock advantage for the Core i3-13100 (base: 3.4 GHz vs 4 GHz). The Core i3-13100 uses the Raptor Lake-S (2023−2024) architecture (Intel 7 nm), while the Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G uses Cezanne (2021−2025) (7 nm). In PassMark, the Core i3-13100 scores 14,064 against the Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G's 14,033 — a 0.2% lead for the Core i3-13100. L3 cache: 12 MB (total) on the Core i3-13100 vs 8 MB on the Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G.
| Feature | Core i3-13100 | Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 8 | 4 / 8 |
| Boost Clock | 4.5 GHz+7% | 4.2 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.4 GHz | 4 GHz+18% |
| L3 Cache | 12 MB (total)+50% | 8 MB |
| L2 Cache | 1.25 MB (per core)+150% | 512 kB (per core) |
| Process | Intel 7 nm | 7 nm |
| Architecture | Raptor Lake-S (2023−2024) | Cezanne (2021−2025) |
| PassMark | 14,064 | 14,033 |
Memory & Platform
The Core i3-13100 uses the LGA1700 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G uses AM4 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Core i3-13100 | Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1700 | AM4 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 5.0+25% | PCIe 4.0 |
Value Analysis
The Core i3-13100 launched at $134 MSRP, while the Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G debuted at $130. At current prices ($128 vs $80), the Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G is $48 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i3-13100 delivers 109.9 pts/$ vs 175.4 pts/$ for the Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G — making the Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G the 45.9% better value option.
| Feature | Core i3-13100 | Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $134 | $130-3% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $128 | $80-38% |
| Performance per Dollar | 109.9 | 175.4+60% |
| Release Date | 2023 | 2024 |
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