Core i3-14100F vs Ryzen 5 PRO 4650GE
Core i3-14100F
Ryzen 5 PRO 4650GE
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 i3-14100F
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 5 PRO 4650GE
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i3-14100F | Ryzen 5 PRO 4650GE |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($96) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($120) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Raptor Lake-R (2023−2025) / Intel 7 nm) | ✨ Modern (Renoir (2020−2023) / 7 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i3-14100F | Ryzen 5 PRO 4650GE |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+26%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($96) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($120) |
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 i3-14100F and Ryzen 5 PRO 4650GE
Core i3-14100F
The Core i3-14100F is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 8 January 2024 (1 year ago). It is based on the Raptor Lake-R (2023−2025) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.5 GHz, with boost up to 4.7 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): 58 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-4800, DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 15,381 points. Launch price was $109.
Ryzen 5 PRO 4650GE
The Ryzen 5 PRO 4650GE is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 21 July 2020 (5 years ago). It is based on the Renoir (2020−2023) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 3.3 GHz, with boost up to 4.2 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 7 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 15,316 points. Launch price was $299.
Processing Power
The Core i3-14100F packs 4 cores / 8 threads, while the Ryzen 5 PRO 4650GE offers 6 cores / 12 threads — the Ryzen 5 PRO 4650GE has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.7 GHz on the Core i3-14100F versus 4.2 GHz on the Ryzen 5 PRO 4650GE — a 11.2% clock advantage for the Core i3-14100F (base: 3.5 GHz vs 3.3 GHz). The Core i3-14100F uses the Raptor Lake-R (2023−2025) architecture (Intel 7 nm), while the Ryzen 5 PRO 4650GE uses Renoir (2020−2023) (7 nm). In PassMark, the Core i3-14100F scores 15,381 against the Ryzen 5 PRO 4650GE's 15,316 — a 0.4% lead for the Core i3-14100F. L3 cache: 12 MB (total) on the Core i3-14100F vs 8 MB (total) on the Ryzen 5 PRO 4650GE.
| Feature | Core i3-14100F | Ryzen 5 PRO 4650GE |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 8 | 6 / 12+50% |
| Boost Clock | 4.7 GHz+12% | 4.2 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.5 GHz+6% | 3.3 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 12 MB (total)+50% | 8 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 1.25 MB (per core)+150% | 512 kB (per core) |
| Process | Intel 7 nm | 7 nm |
| Architecture | Raptor Lake-R (2023−2025) | Renoir (2020−2023) |
| PassMark | 15,381 | 15,316 |
Memory & Platform
The Core i3-14100F uses the LGA1700 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the Ryzen 5 PRO 4650GE uses AM4 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Core i3-14100F | Ryzen 5 PRO 4650GE |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1700 | AM4 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 5.0+67% | PCIe 3.0 |
Value Analysis
The Core i3-14100F launched at $109 MSRP, while the Ryzen 5 PRO 4650GE debuted at $209. At current prices ($96 vs $120), the Core i3-14100F is $24 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i3-14100F delivers 160.2 pts/$ vs 127.6 pts/$ for the Ryzen 5 PRO 4650GE — making the Core i3-14100F the 22.6% better value option.
| Feature | Core i3-14100F | Ryzen 5 PRO 4650GE |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $109-48% | $209 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $96-20% | $120 |
| Performance per Dollar | 160.2+26% | 127.6 |
| Release Date | 2024 | 2020 |
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