Intel Core i3-4100E vs AMD Ryzen 9 9950X

The Intel Core i3-4100E is an older desktop processor aimed at entry-level PCs and embedded systems. It was manufactured based on the Haswell S architecture and uses a 22 nm manufacturing process.

This processor has 2 cores and 4 threads. Its performance, both in single-core and multi-core tasks, is very limited compared to modern CPUs. The Level 2 cache is 0 MB and the Level 3 cache is 3 MB. The Intel Core i3-4100E is not suitable for gaming scenarios or computationally intensive applications; it includes Intel HD Graphics 4600.

Its power consumption is low in an absolute sense, but its efficiency per unit of performance is significantly lower compared to current models. Currently, this processor is irrelevant for new purchases and is only found in older or used systems, where it handles basic computing tasks. The maximum memory bandwidth is 26 GB/s and it supports PCIe 3.0.

The AMD Ryzen 9 9950X is a state-of-the-art high-end desktop processor based on the Zen 5 architecture (Granite Ridge), designed for enthusiasts, content creators, and professional users who demand uncompromising performance.

Manufactured using an advanced 4 nm process, it offers an impressive configuration with 16 cores and 32 threads, leading to outstanding single-core performance and massively superior multi-core performance. The AMD Ryzen 9 9950X features 16 MB of Level 2 cache and 64 MB of Level 3 cache.

In gaming, it offers excellent performance, enabling a smooth experience even in demanding titles. An integrated AMD Radeon Graphics (Raphael) is present, but it is usually combined with a dedicated high-end graphics card. Power consumption and TDP are higher than with entry-level CPUs, but reflect the enormous performance, with the 4 nm manufacturing ensuring high efficiency per watt.

The maximum memory bandwidth is 90 GB/s and it supports PCIe 5.0.