CPU
GPU
Ryzen 3 PRO 210
Core i3-12100
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
Performance Per Dollar Core i3-12100
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Ryzen 3 PRO 210 | Core i3-12100 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($30) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($180) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Hawk Point-U (Zen 4 + Zen 4c) (2023−2025) / 4 nm) | ✨ Modern (Alder Lake-S (2022) / Intel 7 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Ryzen 3 PRO 210 | Core i3-12100 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+492%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($30) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($180) |
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 PRO 210 and Core i3-12100
Ryzen 3 PRO 210
The Ryzen 3 PRO 210 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 6 January 2025 (less than a year ago). It is based on the Hawk Point-U (Zen 4 + Zen 4c) (2023−2025) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3 GHz, with boost up to 4.7 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB. L2 cache: 4 MB. Built on 4 nm process technology. Socket: FP7/FP7r2. Thermal design power (TDP): 4 MB + 8 MB. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 12,155 points. Launch price was $149.
Core i3-12100
The Core i3-12100 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 4 January 2022 (3 years ago). It is based on the Alder Lake-S (2022) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.3 GHz, with boost up to 4.3 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): 60 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-4800, DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 12,315 points. Launch price was $149.
Processing Power
Both the Ryzen 3 PRO 210 and Core i3-12100 share an identical 4-core/8-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 4.7 GHz on the Ryzen 3 PRO 210 versus 4.3 GHz on the Core i3-12100 — a 8.9% clock advantage for the Ryzen 3 PRO 210 (base: 3 GHz vs 3.3 GHz). The Ryzen 3 PRO 210 uses the Hawk Point-U (Zen 4 + Zen 4c) (2023−2025) architecture (4 nm), while the Core i3-12100 uses Alder Lake-S (2022) (Intel 7 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen 3 PRO 210 scores 12,155 against the Core i3-12100's 12,315 — a 1.3% lead for the Core i3-12100. L3 cache: 8 MB on the Ryzen 3 PRO 210 vs 12 MB (total) on the Core i3-12100.
| Feature | Ryzen 3 PRO 210 | Core i3-12100 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 8 | 4 / 8 |
| Boost Clock | 4.7 GHz+9% | 4.3 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3 GHz | 3.3 GHz+10% |
| L3 Cache | 8 MB | 12 MB (total)+50% |
| L2 Cache | 4 MB+220% | 1.25 MB (per core) |
| Process | 4 nm-43% | Intel 7 nm |
| Architecture | Hawk Point-U (Zen 4 + Zen 4c) (2023−2025) | Alder Lake-S (2022) |
| PassMark | 12,155 | 12,315+1% |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 2,157 |
Memory & Platform
The Ryzen 3 PRO 210 uses the FP7/FP7r2 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Core i3-12100 uses LGA1700 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Ryzen 3 PRO 210 | Core i3-12100 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FP7/FP7r2 | LGA1700 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 5.0+25% |
| Max RAM Speed | — | DDR5-4800 |
| Max RAM Capacity | — | 128 GB |
| RAM Channels | — | 2 |
| ECC Support | — | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | — | 20 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: not specified (Ryzen 3 PRO 210) / VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Core i3-12100). The Core i3-12100 includes integrated graphics (UHD Graphics 730), while the Ryzen 3 PRO 210 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i3-12100 targets Budget Gaming Desktop. Direct competitor: Core i3-12100 rivals Ryzen 5 5500.
| Feature | Ryzen 3 PRO 210 | Core i3-12100 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | — | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | UHD Graphics 730 |
| Unlocked | — | No |
| AVX-512 | — | No |
| Virtualization | — | VT-x, VT-d, EPT |
| Target Use | — | Budget Gaming Desktop |
Value Analysis
The Ryzen 3 PRO 210 launched at $0 MSRP, while the Core i3-12100 debuted at $122. At current prices ($30 vs $180), the Ryzen 3 PRO 210 is $150 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Ryzen 3 PRO 210 delivers 405.2 pts/$ vs 68.4 pts/$ for the Core i3-12100 — making the Ryzen 3 PRO 210 the 142.2% better value option.
| Feature | Ryzen 3 PRO 210 | Core i3-12100 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $0-100% | $122 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $30-83% | $180 |
| Performance per Dollar | 405.2+492% | 68.4 |
| Release Date | 2025 | 2022 |
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