Intel Core i3-8109U vs AMD Ryzen 7 3700U

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Performance
Core i3-8109U
4,92113% of 36,991
Ryzen 7 3700U10% better
5,41615% of 36,991

The Ryzen 7 3700U has 10% better performance than the Core i3-8109U for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

Performance per dollar
Core i3-8109U
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Ryzen 7 3700U
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Summary

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About the Intel Core i3-8109U CPU

The Intel Core i3-8109U is a 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 i3-8109U is compatible with Intel BGA 1356 motherboards and is fabricated on Intel's 14 nm manufacturing process. It features the Iris Pro Plus integrated graphics solution.

Memory and Cache

The Core i3-8109U supports DDR4 memory. In terms of cache, the Core i3-8109U 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 i3-8109U 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 3.0 GHz, and it can boost up to 3.6 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 i3-8109U includes an integrated graphics solution called Iris Pro Plus. 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 Core i3-8109U has the 409th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 13.30% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.

About the AMD Ryzen 7 3700U CPU

The AMD Ryzen 7 3700U 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 7 lineup, which is based on the Zen+ microarchitecture. The 3700U is compatible with AMD Socket FP5 motherboards and is fabricated on GlobalFoundries's 12 nm manufacturing process. It features the Radeon Vega 10 integrated graphics solution.

Memory and Cache

The Ryzen 7 3700U supports DDR4 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Ryzen 7 3700U 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 7 3700U 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 2.3 GHz, and it can boost up to 4.0 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 7 3700U includes an integrated graphics solution called Radeon Vega 10. 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 7 3700U has the 397th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 14.64% 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 i3-8109URyzen 7 3700U
ManufacturerIntelAMD
SeriesCore i3Ryzen 7
Market SegmentMobileMobile
Release DateQ2 2018Q1 2019
Production StatusActiveActive
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Benchmark Performance

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Performance
Core i3-8109U
4,92113% of 36,991
Ryzen 7 3700U10% better
5,41615% of 36,991

The Ryzen 7 3700U has 10% better performance than the Core i3-8109U for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The Core i3-8109U is ranked 409th with a score of 4,921, and the Ryzen 7 3700U is ranked 397th with a score of 5,416.

Performance per dollar
Core i3-8109U
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Ryzen 7 3700U
No data available

We do not have any performance per dollar data for the Core i3-8109U and the Ryzen 7 3700U 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.

Choose Baseline CPU:Core i3-8109U or
CPUBenchmark Performance
Core i5-6400T5,475+11%
Ryzen 7 2700U5,445+11%
Ryzen 7 3700U5,416+10%
Ryzen 3 PRO 3300U5,408+10%
Pentium Gold 75055,285+7%
Core i5-6287U5,024+2%
Core i3-N3004,983+1%
Core i3-8109U4,921
Core i7-6650U4,919-0%
Core i5-7267U4,896-1%

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.

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CPUPerformance 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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BenchmarkCore i3-8109URyzen 7 3700U
3DMark 11 Performance Physics
4,921
5,416
(+10.06%)
3DMark Time Spy CPU
2,134
2,224
(+4.22%)
Cinebench R15 Multi-Core
352.5
672
(+90.64%)
Cinebench R15 Single-Core
138.7
139
(+0.22%)
Geekbench 6.2 Multi-Core
2,443
2,697
(+10.4%)
Geekbench 6.2 Single-Core
1,188
(+27.88%)
929
CPU Mark Multi-Thread
4,249
7,163
(+68.58%)
CPU Mark Single-Thread
2,118
(+7.13%)
1,977
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 i3-8109URyzen 7 3700U
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 i3-8109URyzen 7 3700U
SeriesCore i3Ryzen 7
MicroarchitectureKaby Lake-U RefreshZen+
CodenameKaby Lake-RPicasso
Memory SupportDDR4DDR4
Memory Channels--Dual-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 i3-8109URyzen 7 3700U
Cores24
Threads48
Clock Speed3.0 GHz2.3 GHz
Turbo Clock3.6 GHz4.0 GHz
Base Clock100 MHz100 MHz
Multiplier30.0x23.0x
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 i3-8109URyzen 7 3700U
L1 Cache64 KB96 KB
L2 Cache256 KB512 KB
L3 Cache4 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 i3-8109URyzen 7 3700U
SocketIntel BGA 1356AMD Socket FP5
PCI Express--PCIe 3.0
Thermal Design Power (TDP)28 W15 W
Tcase Max72 °C--
TJ Max100 °C95 °C

Graphics, Features, & Extensions

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

SpecCore i3-8109URyzen 7 3700U
Integrated GraphicsIris Pro PlusRadeon Vega 10
Extensions / TechnologiesMMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, EIST, Intel 64, XD bit, VT-x, VT-d, HTT, AES-NI, TSX, TXT, CLMUL, FMA3, F16C, BMI1, BMI2, Boost 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.