Intel Core i3-9100 vs Intel Core i3-10100

The Intel Core i3-9100, based on the Coffee Lake S Refresh architecture, is a desktop processor for mainstream applications such as office work and media consumption.

It is manufactured using the 14 nm process and features 4 cores and 4 threads. The Intel Core i3-10100 utilizes the Comet Lake S architecture and is also designed for everyday desktop tasks, but offers 4 cores and 8 threads thanks to Hyper-Threading.

Both CPUs are equipped with Intel UHD Graphics 630 and PCIe Version 3.0. In terms of performance, the Intel Core i3-10100 shows advantages. Its single-core performance is noticeably higher than that of the Intel Core i3-9100 in some benchmarks. The difference is particularly evident in multi-core performance: the Intel Core i3-10100 significantly outperforms its predecessor here, making it better for multitasking and parallelized applications.

The maximum memory bandwidth of the Intel Core i3-9100 is 38 GB/s, while that of the Intel Core i3-10100 is 43 GB/s. For gaming scenarios, the Intel Core i3-10100 offers a slightly improved experience due to its higher thread count and generally better core performance.

However, both processors are limited for demanding gaming by the integrated Intel UHD Graphics 630. Information on power consumption, Thermal Design Power (TDP), current market prices, and price-performance ratio is not available. In summary, the Intel Core i3-9100 is well-suited for basic tasks.

The Intel Core i3-10100 is the better choice for systems requiring a bit more performance in multitasking scenarios or seeking improved overall performance in the entry-level segment.