Ryzen 3 3100 vs Ryzen Z2 Go
Ryzen 3 3100
Ryzen Z2 Go
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 3 3100
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen Z2 Go
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Ryzen 3 3100 | Ryzen Z2 Go |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($75) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Matisse (Zen 2) (2019−2020) / 7 nm) | ✨ Modern (Rembrandt R (2025) / 6 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Ryzen 3 3100 | Ryzen Z2 Go |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($75) | ✅ 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 Ryzen 3 3100 and Ryzen Z2 Go
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 Z2 Go
The Ryzen Z2 Go is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 6 January 2025 (less than a year ago). It is based on the Rembrandt R (2025) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3 GHz, with boost up to 4.3 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB. L2 cache: 2 MB. Built on 6 nm process technology. Thermal design power (TDP): 2 MB + 8 MB. Passmark benchmark score: 12,188 points. Launch price was $149.
Processing Power
Both the Ryzen 3 3100 and Ryzen Z2 Go share an identical 4-core/8-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 3.9 GHz on the Ryzen 3 3100 versus 4.3 GHz on the Ryzen Z2 Go — a 9.8% clock advantage for the Ryzen Z2 Go (base: 3.6 GHz vs 3 GHz). The Ryzen 3 3100 uses the Matisse (Zen 2) (2019−2020) architecture (7 nm), while the Ryzen Z2 Go uses Rembrandt R (2025) (6 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen 3 3100 scores 11,928 against the Ryzen Z2 Go's 12,188 — a 2.2% lead for the Ryzen Z2 Go. L3 cache: 16 MB (total) on the Ryzen 3 3100 vs 8 MB on the Ryzen Z2 Go.
| Feature | Ryzen 3 3100 | Ryzen Z2 Go |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 8 | 4 / 8 |
| Boost Clock | 3.9 GHz | 4.3 GHz+10% |
| Base Clock | 3.6 GHz+20% | 3 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 16 MB (total)+100% | 8 MB |
| L2 Cache | 512K (per core) | 2 MB+300% |
| Process | 7 nm | 6 nm-14% |
| Architecture | Matisse (Zen 2) (2019−2020) | Rembrandt R (2025) |
| PassMark | 11,928 | 12,188+2% |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 5,802 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 1,842 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 6,073 |
Memory & Platform
Maximum memory speed reaches DDR4-3200 on the Ryzen 3 3100 versus LPDDR5-6400 on the Ryzen Z2 Go — the Ryzen Z2 Go supports 22.2% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Ryzen 3 3100 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: 24 (Ryzen 3 3100) vs 16 (Ryzen Z2 Go) — the Ryzen 3 3100 offers 8 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: AMD 500 series,AMD 400 series,AMD 300 series (Ryzen 3 3100) and Rembrandt-R (Ryzen Z2 Go).
| Feature | Ryzen 3 3100 | Ryzen Z2 Go |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM4 | — |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 4.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4-3200 | LPDDR5-6400+25% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 128 GB+100% | 64 GB |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 24+50% | 16 |
Advanced Features
Only the Ryzen 3 3100 has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Virtualization support: AMD-V (Ryzen 3 3100) vs SVM (Ryzen Z2 Go). The Ryzen Z2 Go includes integrated graphics (Radeon 680M), while the Ryzen 3 3100 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Ryzen 3 3100 targets Desktop, Ryzen Z2 Go targets Budget. Direct competitor: Ryzen Z2 Go rivals Core Ultra 5 135U.
| Feature | Ryzen 3 3100 | Ryzen Z2 Go |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | Radeon 680M |
| Unlocked | Yes | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | AMD-V | SVM |
| Target Use | Desktop | Budget |
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