Ryzen 3 3100 vs Ryzen Embedded V3C14
Ryzen 3 3100
Ryzen Embedded V3C14
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 Ryzen 3 3100
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen Embedded V3C14
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Ryzen 3 3100 | Ryzen Embedded V3C14 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($75) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($305) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Matisse (Zen 2) (2019−2020) / 7 nm) | ✨ Modern (Rembrandt (2022) / 6 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Ryzen 3 3100 | Ryzen Embedded V3C14 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+308%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($75) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($305) |
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 Ryzen 3 3100 and Ryzen Embedded V3C14
Ryzen 3 3100
The Ryzen 3 3100 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 24 April 2020 (5 years ago). It is based on the Matisse (Zen 2) (2019−2020) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.6 GHz, with boost up to 3.9 GHz. L3 cache: 16 MB (total). L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 7 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 11,928 points. Launch price was $99.
Ryzen Embedded V3C14
The Ryzen Embedded V3C14 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 27 September 2022 (3 years ago). It is based on the Rembrandt (2022) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 2.3 GHz, with boost up to 3.8 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 6 nm process technology. Socket: FP7. Thermal design power (TDP): 15 Watt. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 11,882 points. Launch price was $149.
Processing Power
Both the Ryzen 3 3100 and Ryzen Embedded V3C14 share an identical 4-core/8-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 3.9 GHz on the Ryzen 3 3100 versus 3.8 GHz on the Ryzen Embedded V3C14 — a 2.6% clock advantage for the Ryzen 3 3100 (base: 3.6 GHz vs 2.3 GHz). The Ryzen 3 3100 uses the Matisse (Zen 2) (2019−2020) architecture (7 nm), while the Ryzen Embedded V3C14 uses Rembrandt (2022) (6 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen 3 3100 scores 11,928 against the Ryzen Embedded V3C14's 11,882 — a 0.4% lead for the Ryzen 3 3100. L3 cache: 16 MB (total) on the Ryzen 3 3100 vs 8 MB (total) on the Ryzen Embedded V3C14.
| Feature | Ryzen 3 3100 | Ryzen Embedded V3C14 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 8 | 4 / 8 |
| Boost Clock | 3.9 GHz+3% | 3.8 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.6 GHz+57% | 2.3 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 16 MB (total)+100% | 8 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 512K (per core) | 512 kB (per core) |
| Process | 7 nm | 6 nm-14% |
| Architecture | Matisse (Zen 2) (2019−2020) | Rembrandt (2022) |
| PassMark | 11,928 | 11,882 |
Memory & Platform
The Ryzen 3 3100 uses the AM4 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Ryzen Embedded V3C14 uses FP7 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Ryzen 3 3100 | Ryzen Embedded V3C14 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM4 | FP7 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 4.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4-3200 | — |
| Max RAM Capacity | 128 GB | — |
| RAM Channels | 2 | — |
| ECC Support | ✅ | — |
| PCIe Lanes | 24 | — |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: AMD-V (Ryzen 3 3100) / not specified (Ryzen Embedded V3C14). Primary use case: Ryzen 3 3100 targets Desktop.
| Feature | Ryzen 3 3100 | Ryzen Embedded V3C14 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | — |
| Unlocked | Yes | — |
| AVX-512 | No | — |
| Virtualization | AMD-V | — |
| Target Use | Desktop | — |
Value Analysis
The Ryzen 3 3100 launched at $99 MSRP, while the Ryzen Embedded V3C14 debuted at $305. At current prices ($75 vs $305), the Ryzen 3 3100 is $230 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Ryzen 3 3100 delivers 159.0 pts/$ vs 39.0 pts/$ for the Ryzen Embedded V3C14 — making the Ryzen 3 3100 the 121.3% better value option.
| Feature | Ryzen 3 3100 | Ryzen Embedded V3C14 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $99-68% | $305 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $75-75% | $305 |
| Performance per Dollar | 159.0+308% | 39.0 |
| Release Date | 2020 | 2022 |
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