Core i3-9100F vs Atom x7835RE
Core i3-9100F
Atom x7835RE
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 i3-9100F
Performance Per Dollar Atom x7835RE
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i3-9100F | Atom x7835RE |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($80) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($127) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Coffee Lake-R (2018−2019) / 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Amston Lake (2024−2025) / 10 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i3-9100F | Atom x7835RE |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+57%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($80) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($127) |
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 i3-9100F and Atom x7835RE
Core i3-9100F
The Core i3-9100F is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 23 April 2019 (6 years ago). It is based on the Coffee Lake-R (2018−2019) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.6 GHz, with boost up to 4.2 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. Passmark benchmark score: 6,704 points. Launch price was $122.
Atom x7835RE
The Atom x7835RE is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 8 April 2024 (1 year ago). It is based on the Amston Lake (2024−2025) architecture. It features 8 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 1.3 GHz, with boost up to 3.6 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB (total). L2 cache: 2 MB (per module). Built on 10 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1264. Thermal design power (TDP): 12 Watt. Memory support: DDR4, DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 6,795 points. Launch price was $127.
Processing Power
The Core i3-9100F packs 4 cores / 4 threads, while the Atom x7835RE offers 8 cores / 8 threads — the Atom x7835RE has 4 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.2 GHz on the Core i3-9100F versus 3.6 GHz on the Atom x7835RE — a 15.4% clock advantage for the Core i3-9100F (base: 3.6 GHz vs 1.3 GHz). The Core i3-9100F uses the Coffee Lake-R (2018−2019) architecture (14 nm), while the Atom x7835RE uses Amston Lake (2024−2025) (10 nm). In PassMark, the Core i3-9100F scores 6,704 against the Atom x7835RE's 6,795 — a 1.3% lead for the Atom x7835RE. Both processors carry 6 MB (total) of L3 cache.
| Feature | Core i3-9100F | Atom x7835RE |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 4 | 8 / 8+100% |
| Boost Clock | 4.2 GHz+17% | 3.6 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.6 GHz+177% | 1.3 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 6 MB (total) | 6 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 256K (per core) | 2 MB (per module)+700% |
| Process | 14 nm | 10 nm-29% |
| Architecture | Coffee Lake-R (2018−2019) | Amston Lake (2024−2025) |
| PassMark | 6,704 | 6,795+1% |
Memory & Platform
The Core i3-9100F uses the LGA1151 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Atom x7835RE uses FCBGA1264 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR4-2400 on the Core i3-9100F versus DDR5-4800 on the Atom x7835RE — the Atom x7835RE supports 22.2% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Core i3-9100F supports up to 64 GB of RAM compared to 32 GB — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 2 (Core i3-9100F) vs 1 (Atom x7835RE). PCIe lanes: 16 (Core i3-9100F) vs 9 (Atom x7835RE) — the Core i3-9100F offers 7 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: Intel 300 series (Core i3-9100F) and Intel BGA1264 (Atom x7835RE).
| Feature | Core i3-9100F | Atom x7835RE |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1151 | FCBGA1264 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 4.0+33% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4-2400 | DDR5-4800+25% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 64 GB+100% | 32 GB |
| RAM Channels | 2+100% | 1 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16+78% | 9 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: VT-x, VT-d (Core i3-9100F) / not specified (Atom x7835RE). The Atom x7835RE includes integrated graphics (Intel UHD Graphics (32EU)), while the Core i3-9100F requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i3-9100F targets Desktop.
| Feature | Core i3-9100F | Atom x7835RE |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | Intel UHD Graphics (32EU) |
| Unlocked | No | — |
| AVX-512 | No | — |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | — |
| Target Use | Desktop | — |
Value Analysis
The Core i3-9100F launched at $97 MSRP, while the Atom x7835RE debuted at $127.
| Feature | Core i3-9100F | Atom x7835RE |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $97-24% | $127 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $80 | — |
| Release Date | 2019 | 2024 |
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