Ryzen 3 PRO 3200G vs Core i3-9100E
Ryzen 3 PRO 3200G
Core i3-9100E
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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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 PRO 3200G
Performance Per Dollar Core i3-9100E
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Ryzen 3 PRO 3200G | Core i3-9100E |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($52) | ✅ More affordable ($30) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Zen+ (2018−2019) / 12 nm) | ✨ Modern (Coffee Lake (2017−2019) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Ryzen 3 PRO 3200G | Core i3-9100E |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+74%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($52) | ✅ More affordable ($30) |
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 3200G and Core i3-9100E
Ryzen 3 PRO 3200G
The Ryzen 3 PRO 3200G is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 30 September 2019 (6 years ago). It is based on the Zen+ (2018−2019) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.6 GHz, with boost up to 4 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB. L2 cache: 2 MB. Built on 12 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2933. Passmark benchmark score: 6,499 points. Launch price was $149.
Core i3-9100E
The Core i3-9100E is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 September 2018 (7 years ago). It is based on the Coffee Lake (2017−2019) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.1 GHz, with boost up to 3.7 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: 6,539 points. Launch price was $149.
Processing Power
Both the Ryzen 3 PRO 3200G and Core i3-9100E share an identical 4-core/4-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 4 GHz on the Ryzen 3 PRO 3200G versus 3.7 GHz on the Core i3-9100E — a 7.8% clock advantage for the Ryzen 3 PRO 3200G (base: 3.6 GHz vs 3.1 GHz). The Ryzen 3 PRO 3200G uses the Zen+ (2018−2019) architecture (12 nm), while the Core i3-9100E uses Coffee Lake (2017−2019) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen 3 PRO 3200G scores 6,499 against the Core i3-9100E's 6,539 — a 0.6% lead for the Core i3-9100E. L3 cache: 4 MB on the Ryzen 3 PRO 3200G vs 6 MB (total) on the Core i3-9100E.
| Feature | Ryzen 3 PRO 3200G | Core i3-9100E |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 4 | 4 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 4 GHz+8% | 3.7 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.6 GHz+16% | 3.1 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 4 MB | 6 MB (total)+50% |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB+700% | 256K (per core) |
| Process | 12 nm-14% | 14 nm |
| Architecture | Zen+ (2018−2019) | Coffee Lake (2017−2019) |
| PassMark | 6,499 | 6,539 |
Memory & Platform
The Ryzen 3 PRO 3200G uses the AM4 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i3-9100E uses LGA1151 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Ryzen 3 PRO 3200G | Core i3-9100E |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM4 | LGA1151 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4-2933 | — |
| Max RAM Capacity | 64 GB | — |
| RAM Channels | 2 | — |
| ECC Support | ❌ | — |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | — |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: AMD-V (Ryzen 3 PRO 3200G) / not specified (Core i3-9100E). The Ryzen 3 PRO 3200G includes integrated graphics (Radeon Vega 8), while the Core i3-9100E requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Ryzen 3 PRO 3200G targets Desktop.
| Feature | Ryzen 3 PRO 3200G | Core i3-9100E |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | — |
| IGPU Model | Radeon Vega 8 | — |
| Unlocked | Yes | — |
| AVX-512 | No | — |
| Virtualization | AMD-V | — |
| Target Use | Desktop | — |
Value Analysis
The Ryzen 3 PRO 3200G launched at $89 MSRP, while the Core i3-9100E debuted at $202. At current prices ($52 vs $30), the Core i3-9100E is $22 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Ryzen 3 PRO 3200G delivers 125.0 pts/$ vs 218.0 pts/$ for the Core i3-9100E — making the Core i3-9100E the 54.2% better value option.
| Feature | Ryzen 3 PRO 3200G | Core i3-9100E |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $89-56% | $202 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $52 | $30-42% |
| Performance per Dollar | 125.0 | 218.0+74% |
| Release Date | 2019 | 2018 |
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