AMD Ryzen 5 3450U vs Intel Core i3-8121U
The Ryzen 5 3450U has 39% better performance than the Core i3-8121U for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.
We do not have any performance per dollar data for the Ryzen 5 3450U and the Core i3-8121U for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.
Summary
About the AMD Ryzen 5 3450U CPU
The AMD Ryzen 5 3450U is a 4-core (8-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. The 3450U is compatible with FP5 motherboards and is fabricated on a 12 nm manufacturing process.
Memory and Cache
In terms of cache, the Ryzen 5 3450U has multiple levels of cache. Its L1 cache, which is the smallest and fastest, is 384 KB in size, providing rapid access to crucial instructions. Its L2 cache, at 2 MB, is larger but slower than the L1. Its L3 cache, a shared resource among the CPU's cores, has a capacity of 4 MB.
Cores and Clock Speeds
The Ryzen 5 3450U features 4 total cores which can process 8 threads simultaneously. The multi-threading capability allows the CPU to execute multiple computational tasks in parallel. The base clock speed of the CPU is 2100.0 MHz, and it can boost up to 3500.0 MHz under heavy workloads. Higher clock speeds result in better performance for the same microarchitecture.
Integrated Graphics
The Ryzen 5 3450U does not include an integrated graphics solution. A dedicated graphics card will be required if you require a monitor with your computer.
Benchmark Performance
The Ryzen 5 3450U has the 413th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 768 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 16.72% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 9950X.
About the Intel Core i3-8121U CPU
The Intel Core i3-8121U is an end-of-life 2-core (4-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. It launched in Q2 2018. It is part of Intel's Core i3 lineup, which is based on the Kaby Lake-U Refresh microarchitecture. The i3-8121U is compatible with Intel BGA 1440 motherboards and is fabricated on Intel's 10 nm manufacturing process.
Memory and Cache
The Core i3-8121U supports DDR4 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Core i3-8121U has multiple levels of cache. Its L1 cache, which is the smallest and fastest, is 64 KB in size, providing rapid access to crucial instructions. Its L2 cache, at 256 KB, is larger but slower than the L1. Its L3 cache, a shared resource among the CPU's cores, has a capacity of 4 MB.
Cores and Clock Speeds
The Core i3-8121U features 2 total cores which can process 4 threads simultaneously. The multi-threading capability allows the CPU to execute multiple computational tasks in parallel. The base clock speed of the CPU is 2.2 GHz, and it can boost up to 3.2 GHz under heavy workloads. Higher clock speeds result in better performance for the same microarchitecture. The multiplier is locked, making it incapable of overclocking for pushing performance further.
Integrated Graphics
The Core i3-8121U does not include an integrated graphics solution. A dedicated graphics card will be required if you require a monitor with your computer.
Benchmark Performance
The Core i3-8121U has the 462nd best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 768 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 12.01% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 9950X.
General Info
General overview of the CPU, including details like its manufacturer, release date, launch price, and current production status.
| Info | Ryzen 5 3450U | Core i3-8121U |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | AMD | Intel |
| Series | -- | Core i3 |
| Market Segment | Mobile | Mobile |
| Release Date | -- | Q2 2018 |
| Production Status | -- | End-of-life |
| Shop | Check Price | Check Price |
Benchmark Performance
The Ryzen 5 3450U has 39% better performance than the Core i3-8121U for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.
The Ryzen 5 3450U is ranked 413th with a score of 6,400, and the Core i3-8121U is ranked 462nd with a score of 4,597.
We do not have any performance per dollar data for the Ryzen 5 3450U and the Core i3-8121U for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.
Relative Performance
The average score in the benchmark test can be compared to similar CPUs to assess relative performance. Generally, powerful CPUs tend to have higher scores.
| CPU | Benchmark Performance | |
|---|---|---|
| Core i7-3632QM | 6,410 | +0% |
| Ryzen 5 3500U | 6,402.5 | +0% |
| Ryzen 5 3450U | 6,400 | |
| Core i5-8365U | 6,395 | -0% |
| Core i7-3612QM | 6,388.5 | -0% |
| Core i7-6600U | 4,606.5 | -28% |
| Core i5-6360U | 4,600 | -28% |
| Core i3-8121U | 4,597 | -28% |
| Ryzen 3 3300U | 4,587 | -28% |
| Core i7-7600U | 4,575 | -29% |
Relative Value For Money
The average performance per dollar in the benchmark test can be compared to similar CPUs to assess relative value. A higher score implies a better value for your money.
| CPU | Performance Per Dollar | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Our database does not have enough data to compare the benchmark performance per dollar with other CPUs. | |||
Benchmark Scores
This table showcases the average performance scores achieved by both CPUs across industry-standard benchmark tests. These scores provide a valuable insight into overall performance. Powerful CPUs tend to have higher scores.
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| Benchmark | Ryzen 5 3450U | Core i3-8121U |
|---|---|---|
| 3DMark 11 Performance Physics | 6,400 (+39.22%) | 4,597 |
| 3DMark Time Spy CPU | 2,170 | -- |
| Cinebench R15 Multi-Core | 566.5 (+78.37%) | 317.6 |
| Cinebench R15 Single-Core | 137.5 (+3.38%) | 133 |
| Geekbench 6.2 Multi-Core | -- | 2,364 |
| Geekbench 6.2 Single-Core | -- | 1,176 |
| CPU Mark Multi-Thread | 6,751 (+53.85%) | 4,388 |
| CPU Mark Single-Thread | 1,930 | 1,942 (+0.62%) |
Technical Specs
Manufacturing Details
Information about the CPU's manufacturing like its foundry, process size, and transistor count.
| Spec | Ryzen 5 3450U | Core i3-8121U |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | AMD | Intel |
| Foundry | -- | Intel |
| Process Size | 12 nm | 10 nm |
| Transistors | 4,500 million | -- |
Architecture
CPU architecture specs like its memory channels, memory support, and microarchitecture. Newer CPU architectures can minimize bottlenecks and improve execution efficiency using more advanced techniques.
| Spec | Ryzen 5 3450U | Core i3-8121U |
|---|---|---|
| Series | -- | Core i3 |
| Microarchitecture | -- | Kaby Lake-U Refresh |
| Codename | -- | Cannon Lake |
| Memory Support | -- | DDR4 |
| Memory Channels | -- | Dual-channel |
| ECC Memory | -- | No |
Cores & Clock Speeds
Processing power information like its cores and clock speed. These specs impact how fast they can handle instructions and tasks. These have a strong impact on the CPU's performance.
| Spec | Ryzen 5 3450U | Core i3-8121U |
|---|---|---|
| Cores | 4 | 2 |
| Threads | 8 | 4 |
| Clock Speed | 2100.0 MHz | 2.2 GHz |
| Turbo Clock | 3500.0 MHz | 3.2 GHz |
| Base Clock | -- | 100 MHz |
| Multiplier | -- | 22.0x |
| Multiplier Unlocked | -- | No |
Cache
CPU cache specs like its L1 & L2 cache. These provide the CPU with a small, but super-fast memory access. A larger cache can improve a CPU's performance.
| Spec | Ryzen 5 3450U | Core i3-8121U |
|---|---|---|
| L1 Cache | 384 KB | 64 KB |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB | 256 KB |
| L3 Cache | 4 MB | 4 MB |
Compatibility & Power Consumption
Compatibility and power consumption information like its socket type, thermal design power, power limits. These can help verify the CPU's compatibility with other PC components.
| Spec | Ryzen 5 3450U | Core i3-8121U |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FP5 | Intel BGA 1440 |
| PCI Express | -- | PCIe 3.0 x16 |
| Thermal Design Power (TDP) | 15 W | 15 W |
| Tcase Max | -- | 72 °C |
| TJ Max | 105 °C | 105 °C |
Graphics, Features, & Extensions
Additional CPU features like its bundled coolers, integrated graphics, and extensions/technologies.
| Spec | Ryzen 5 3450U | Core i3-8121U |
|---|---|---|
| Extensions / Technologies | -- | MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, AVX-512, EIST, Intel 64, XD bit, VT-x, VT-d, HTT, AES-NI, TSX, TXT, CLMUL, RDRAND, FMA3, F16C, BMI1, BMI2, MPX, Boost 2.0 |
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* Performance rating, performance per dollar, and rankings are based on the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark and MSRP.