Intel Core i3-7100H vs AMD Ryzen 5 3500U

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Performance
Core i3-7100H
4,55912% of 36,991
Ryzen 5 3500U40% better
6,402.517% of 36,991

The Ryzen 5 3500U has 40% better performance than the Core i3-7100H for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

Performance per dollar
Core i3-7100H
20.2617% of 121.53
Ryzen 5 3500U
No data available

The Core i3-7100H has 17% of the performance per dollar compared to the leader for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark: Intel Core i5-13400F.

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Summary

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About the Intel Core i3-7100H CPU

The Intel Core i3-7100H is an end-of-life 2-core (4-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. It launched in Q1 2017 with a suggested retail price of $225. It is part of Intel's Core i3 lineup, which is based on the Kaby Lake-H microarchitecture. The i3-7100H is compatible with Intel BGA 1440 motherboards and is fabricated on Intel's 14 nm manufacturing process. It features the Intel HD Graphics 630 integrated graphics solution.

Memory and Cache

The Core i3-7100H supports DDR4-2400, DDR3 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Core i3-7100H 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 3 MB.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Core i3-7100H 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 2.8 GHz. Higher clock speeds result in higher performance for the same microarchitecture. The multiplier is locked, making it incapable of overclocking for pushing performance further.

Integrated Graphics

The Core i3-7100H includes an integrated graphics solution called Intel HD Graphics 630. This graphics processor is directly integrated into the CPU and is not as powerful as a dedicated graphics card. While integrated graphics can handle basic tasks like web browsing and office applications, it is not suitable for more demanding activities such as gaming or video editing, where a dedicated graphics card offers superior performance.

Benchmark Performance & Value

The Core i3-7100H has the 421st best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 12.32% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D. Its 4,559 score and $225 launch price (MSRP) gives it a performance per dollar of 20.26. This is the 159th best in value for the 3DMark 11 Perf. Physics benchmark.

About the AMD Ryzen 5 3500U CPU

The AMD Ryzen 5 3500U is a 4-core (8-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. It launched in Q1 2019. It is part of AMD's Ryzen 5 lineup, which is based on the Zen+ microarchitecture. The 3500U is compatible with AMD Socket FP5 motherboards and is fabricated on GlobalFoundries's 12 nm manufacturing process. It features the Radeon Vega 8 integrated graphics solution.

Memory and Cache

The Ryzen 5 3500U supports DDR4 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Ryzen 5 3500U has multiple levels of cache. Its L1 cache, which is the smallest and fastest, is 96 KB in size, providing rapid access to crucial instructions. Its L2 cache, at 512 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 Ryzen 5 3500U 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 2.1 GHz, and it can boost up to 3.7 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 Ryzen 5 3500U includes an integrated graphics solution called Radeon Vega 8. This graphics processor is directly integrated into the CPU and is not as powerful as a dedicated graphics card. While integrated graphics can handle basic tasks like web browsing and office applications, it is not suitable for more demanding activities such as gaming or video editing, where a dedicated graphics card offers superior performance.

Benchmark Performance

The Ryzen 5 3500U has the 369th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 17.31% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.

General Info

General overview of the CPU, including details like its manufacturer, release date, launch price, and current production status.

InfoCore i3-7100HRyzen 5 3500U
ManufacturerIntelAMD
SeriesCore i3Ryzen 5
Market SegmentMobileMobile
Release DateQ1 2017Q1 2019
Launch Price (MSRP)$225--
Production StatusEnd-of-lifeActive
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Benchmark Performance

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Performance
Core i3-7100H
4,55912% of 36,991
Ryzen 5 3500U40% better
6,402.517% of 36,991

The Ryzen 5 3500U has 40% better performance than the Core i3-7100H for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The Core i3-7100H is ranked 421st with a score of 4,559, and the Ryzen 5 3500U is ranked 369th with a score of 6,402.5.

Performance per dollar
Core i3-7100H
20.2617% of 121.53
Ryzen 5 3500U
No data available

The Core i3-7100H has 38% of the performance per dollar compared to the leader for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark: AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.

Core i3-7100H's 20.26 performance per dollar ranks it 159th among the other benchmarked CPUs in our database.

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.

Choose Baseline CPU:Core i3-7100H or
CPUBenchmark Performance
Ryzen 3 4300U6,487+42%
Core i7-3632QM6,410+41%
Ryzen 5 3500U6,402.5+40%
Ryzen 5 3450U6,400+40%
Core i5-8365U6,395+40%
Core i3-N3004,983+9%
Core i7-840QM4,686+3%
Core i3-7100H4,559
Core i7-740QM4,450-2%
Core i7-5557U4,423-3%

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.

Choose Baseline CPU:Core i3-7100H orRyzen 5 3500U
CPUPerformance Per Dollar
Core i5-8365U21.53+6%
Core i7-4710MQ21.11+4%
Core i5-8265U20.95+3%
Core i7-4800MQ20.78+3%
Core i7-3610QM20.33+0%
Core i3-7100H20.26
Core i7-4712MQ19.69-3%
Pentium Gold 5405U19.56-3%
Core i7-4700MQ19.22-5%
Core i7-4712HQ18.49-9%

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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BenchmarkCore i3-7100HRyzen 5 3500U
3DMark 11 Performance Physics
4,559
6,402.5
(+40.44%)
3DMark Time Spy CPU
2,022
2,696
(+33.33%)
Cinebench R15 Multi-Core
327.5
650
(+98.47%)
Cinebench R15 Single-Core
130
143
(+10%)
Geekbench 6.2 Multi-Core
--
3,324
Geekbench 6.2 Single-Core
--
1,101
CPU Mark Multi-Thread
3,430
6,953
(+102.71%)
CPU Mark Single-Thread
1,668
1,948
(+16.79%)
Benchmarks Source: Notebookcheck

Technical Specs

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Manufacturing Details

Information about the CPU's manufacturing like its foundry, process size, and transistor count.

SpecCore i3-7100HRyzen 5 3500U
ManufacturerIntelAMD
FoundryIntelGlobalFoundries
Process Size14 nm12 nm
Transistors--4,940 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.

SpecCore i3-7100HRyzen 5 3500U
SeriesCore i3Ryzen 5
MicroarchitectureKaby Lake-HZen+
CodenameKaby Lake-HPicasso
Memory SupportDDR4-2400, DDR3DDR4
Memory ChannelsDual-channelDual-channel
ECC MemoryNoNo

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.

SpecCore i3-7100HRyzen 5 3500U
Cores24
Threads48
Clock Speed2.8 GHz2.1 GHz
Turbo Clock--3.7 GHz
Base Clock100 MHz100 MHz
Multiplier30.0x21.0x
Multiplier UnlockedNoNo

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.

SpecCore i3-7100HRyzen 5 3500U
L1 Cache64 KB96 KB
L2 Cache256 KB512 KB
L3 Cache3 MB4 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.

SpecCore i3-7100HRyzen 5 3500U
SocketIntel BGA 1440AMD Socket FP5
PCI ExpressPCIe 3.0 x16PCIe 3.0
Thermal Design Power (TDP)35 W15 W
TJ Max100 °C105 °C

Graphics, Features, & Extensions

Additional CPU features like its bundled coolers, integrated graphics, and extensions/technologies.

SpecCore i3-7100HRyzen 5 3500U
Integrated GraphicsIntel HD Graphics 630Radeon Vega 8
Extensions / TechnologiesMMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, EIST, Intel 64, XD bit, TXT, VT-x, VT-d, AES-NI, TBT 2.0MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AES, AVX, AVX2, BMI1, BMI2, SHA, F16C, FMA3, AMD64, EVP, AMD-V, SMAP, SMEP, SMT, Precision Boost

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* Performance rating, performance per dollar, and rankings are based on the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark and MSRP.