Ryzen 5 3400GE vs Core i3-10100F
Ryzen 5 3400GE
Core i3-10100F
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 5 3400GE
Performance Per Dollar Core i3-10100F
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Ryzen 5 3400GE | Core i3-10100F |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($80) | ✅ More affordable ($50) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Picasso (2019−2022) / 12 nm) | ✨ Modern (Comet Lake (2020−2025) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Ryzen 5 3400GE | Core i3-10100F |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+58%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($80) | ✅ More affordable ($50) |
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 5 3400GE and Core i3-10100F
Ryzen 5 3400GE
The Ryzen 5 3400GE is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 7 July 2019 (6 years ago). It is based on the Picasso (2019−2022) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.3 GHz, with boost up to 4 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 12 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2933. Passmark benchmark score: 8,825 points. Launch price was $149.
Core i3-10100F
The Core i3-10100F is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 12 October 2020 (5 years ago). It is based on the Comet Lake (2020−2025) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.6 GHz, with boost up to 4.3 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB. L2 cache: 1 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1200. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 8,714 points. Launch price was $122.
Processing Power
Both the Ryzen 5 3400GE and Core i3-10100F share an identical 4-core/8-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 4 GHz on the Ryzen 5 3400GE versus 4.3 GHz on the Core i3-10100F — a 7.2% clock advantage for the Core i3-10100F (base: 3.3 GHz vs 3.6 GHz). The Ryzen 5 3400GE uses the Picasso (2019−2022) architecture (12 nm), while the Core i3-10100F uses Comet Lake (2020−2025) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen 5 3400GE scores 8,825 against the Core i3-10100F's 8,714 — a 1.3% lead for the Ryzen 5 3400GE. L3 cache: 4 MB (total) on the Ryzen 5 3400GE vs 6 MB on the Core i3-10100F.
| Feature | Ryzen 5 3400GE | Core i3-10100F |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 8 | 4 / 8 |
| Boost Clock | 4 GHz | 4.3 GHz+7% |
| Base Clock | 3.3 GHz | 3.6 GHz+9% |
| L3 Cache | 4 MB (total) | 6 MB+50% |
| L2 Cache | 512K (per core) | 1 MB+100% |
| Process | 12 nm-14% | 14 nm |
| Architecture | Picasso (2019−2022) | Comet Lake (2020−2025) |
| PassMark | 8,825+1% | 8,714 |
Memory & Platform
The Ryzen 5 3400GE uses the AM4 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i3-10100F uses LGA1200 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Ryzen 5 3400GE | Core i3-10100F |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM4 | LGA1200 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | — | DDR4-2666 |
| Max RAM Capacity | — | 128 GB |
| RAM Channels | — | 2 |
| ECC Support | — | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | — | 16 |
Value Analysis
The Ryzen 5 3400GE launched at $149 MSRP, while the Core i3-10100F debuted at $88. At current prices ($80 vs $50), the Core i3-10100F is $30 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Ryzen 5 3400GE delivers 110.3 pts/$ vs 174.3 pts/$ for the Core i3-10100F — making the Core i3-10100F the 45% better value option.
| Feature | Ryzen 5 3400GE | Core i3-10100F |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $149 | $88-41% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $80 | $50-38% |
| Performance per Dollar | 110.3 | 174.3+58% |
| Release Date | 2019 | 2020 |
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