AMD Ryzen 3 4100 vs Intel Core i3-10105F

The Intel Core i3-10105F (architecture codename: Comet Lake S) and the AMD Ryzen 3 4100 (architecture codename: Renoir, Zen 2) are both desktop processors aimed at the entry-level segment.

They are designed for basic productivity tasks, web browsing, and light gaming. The Intel Core i3-10105F is manufactured using a 14 nm process and offers 4 cores and 8 threads, with 6 MB of Level 3 Cache. The AMD Ryzen 3 4100 uses a more advanced 7 nm manufacturing process, also with 4 cores and 8 threads, but features 4 MB of Level 3 Cache and 2 MB of Level 2 Cache.

Both support PCIe 3.0. In terms of single-core and multi-core performance, both processors show comparable results in benchmarks; significant differences of over 10 percent are not discernible. For gaming scenarios, both offer similar entry-level performance. The Intel Core i3-10105F might have slight advantages in some games due to its slightly larger Level 3 Cache, while the AMD Ryzen 3 4100 scores with a higher maximum memory bandwidth of 51 GB/s compared to the Intel model's 43 GB/s.

Thanks to its 7 nm manufacturing process, the AMD Ryzen 3 4100 tends to be more energy-efficient than the 14 nm Intel Core i3-10105F. Both offer solid value for money for their target audience. The Intel Core i3-10105F is a proven option for general tasks. The AMD Ryzen 3 4100 is recommended if a more modern architecture and potentially better energy efficiency are prioritized.

Both are good entry-level solutions.