Intel Core i3-10105 vs Apple M4

The Intel Core i3-10105, based on the Comet Lake S architecture and manufactured using the 14 nm process, was introduced in the second quarter of 2021 as a processor for entry-level desktop systems.

It features 4 cores, 8 threads, and Intel UHD Graphics 630. With a maximum memory bandwidth of 43 GB/s and 6 MB of Level 3 Cache, it supports PCIe 3.0 and offers a TDP of 65W. The Apple M4 is a System-on-a-Chip (SoC) introduced in May 2024, aimed at powerful mobile and integrated systems.

Manufactured using the advanced 3 nm process, it integrates 10 cores (4 performance cores, 6 efficiency cores) and a powerful Apple M4 (10 Core) graphics unit. It offers a maximum memory bandwidth of 120 GB/s and 20 MB of Level 2 Cache, with significantly higher energy efficiency. In a direct comparison, the Apple M4 shows significantly higher single-core and multi-core performance than the Intel Core i3-10105, thanks to its more advanced architecture and manufacturing.

Even in gaming scenarios, the M4's integrated graphics unit significantly surpasses the Intel UHD Graphics 630, enabling a better gaming experience with modern titles. The M4 is also significantly more energy-efficient. While the Intel Core i3-10105 represents a cost-effective option for basic Windows desktops, the Apple M4 offers superior performance and energy efficiency but is only available as part of premium Apple devices.