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Core i3-8100
Pentium Gold G7400E
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.
Value Upgrade Path
This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. The Core i3-8100 is positioned at rank #410 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Core i3-8100
Performance Per Dollar
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i3-8100 | Pentium Gold G7400E |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($45) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Coffee Lake (2017−2019) / 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Alder Lake-S (2022) / 10 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i3-8100 | Pentium Gold G7400E |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($45) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
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 i3-8100 and Pentium Gold G7400E
Core i3-8100
The Core i3-8100 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 5 October 2017 (8 years ago). It is based on the Coffee Lake (2017−2019) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.6 GHz, with boost up to 3.6 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1151. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2400. Passmark benchmark score: 6,073 points. Launch price was $117.
Pentium Gold G7400E
The Pentium Gold G7400E is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. It is based on the Alder Lake-S (2022) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.6 GHz, with boost up to 3.6 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB (total). L2 cache: 1.25 MB (per core). Built on 10 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1700. Thermal design power (TDP): 46 Watt. Memory support: DDR4, DDR5 Dual-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 6,134 points. Launch price was $69.
Processing Power
The Core i3-8100 packs 4 cores / 4 threads, while the Pentium Gold G7400E offers 2 cores / 4 threads — the Core i3-8100 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.6 GHz on the Core i3-8100 versus 3.6 GHz on the Pentium Gold G7400E — identical boost frequencies (base: 3.6 GHz vs 3.6 GHz). The Core i3-8100 uses the Coffee Lake (2017−2019) architecture (14 nm), while the Pentium Gold G7400E uses Alder Lake-S (2022) (10 nm). In PassMark, the Core i3-8100 scores 6,073 against the Pentium Gold G7400E's 6,134 — a 1% lead for the Pentium Gold G7400E. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 1,200 vs 1,960, a 48.1% lead for the Pentium Gold G7400E that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 3,600 vs 4,131 (13.7% advantage for the Pentium Gold G7400E). Both processors carry 6 MB (total) of L3 cache.
| Feature | Core i3-8100 | Pentium Gold G7400E |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 4+100% | 2 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 3.6 GHz | 3.6 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.6 GHz | 3.6 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 6 MB (total) | 6 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 256K (per core) | 1.25 MB (per core)+400% |
| Process | 14 nm | 10 nm-29% |
| Architecture | Coffee Lake (2017−2019) | Alder Lake-S (2022) |
| PassMark | 6,073 | 6,134+1% |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 3,814 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 1,200 | 1,960+63% |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 3,600 | 4,131+15% |
Memory & Platform
The Core i3-8100 uses the LGA1151 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Pentium Gold G7400E uses LGA1700 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR4-2400 on the Core i3-8100 versus DDR5-4800 on the Pentium Gold G7400E — the Pentium Gold G7400E supports 22.2% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Pentium Gold G7400E 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 i3-8100) vs 20 (Pentium Gold G7400E) — the Pentium Gold G7400E offers 4 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: B360,H310,H370,Z370,Z390 (Core i3-8100) and H610,B660,H670,Z690,W680,Q670,B760,H770,Z790 (Pentium Gold G7400E).
| Feature | Core i3-8100 | Pentium Gold G7400E |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1151 | LGA1700 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 5.0+67% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4-2400 | DDR5-4800+25% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 64 GB | 128 GB+100% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | 20+25% |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Both support VT-x, VT-d virtualization. Both include integrated graphics — Intel UHD Graphics 630 (Core i3-8100) and Intel UHD Graphics 710 (Pentium Gold G7400E) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i3-8100 targets Budget Desktop, Pentium Gold G7400E targets Embedded.
| Feature | Core i3-8100 | Pentium Gold G7400E |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | Intel UHD Graphics 630 | Intel UHD Graphics 710 |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | VT-x, VT-d |
| Target Use | Budget Desktop | Embedded |
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