Intel Core i3-9100F vs Apple M4 (10-CPU)

The Intel Core i3-9100F was introduced as an entry-level desktop processor aimed at budget-conscious users and basic systems.

It is based on the Coffee Lake S Refresh architecture and is manufactured using the 14 nm process. This processor features 4 cores and 4 threads. Its single-core and multi-core performance is sufficient for everyday tasks such as browsing, office applications, and light image editing, and is significantly lower than that of the Apple M4 (10-CPU).

It has 6 MB of Level 3 Cache. For gaming scenarios, a dedicated graphics card is absolutely necessary, as the processor does not have an integrated graphics unit. It supports PCIe 3.0 for connecting components. Power consumption is typical for a desktop processor of this generation. The Intel Core i3-9100F offers good value for money, especially on the used market, and is a cost-effective choice for simple desktop computers.

The Apple M4 (10-CPU) is a more recent processor used in high-end Apple devices and is designed for high efficiency and performance. It uses an M4 architecture and is manufactured using the advanced 3 nm process. This chip integrates 10 CPU cores and offers significantly higher single-core and multi-core performance compared to the Intel Core i3-9100F, making it very well suited for demanding applications such as video editing and software development.

It has 20 MB of Level 2 Cache. A powerful integrated Apple M4 (10 Core) graphics unit enables good gaming performance, especially with optimized titles. It uses PCIe 4.0 and a maximum memory bandwidth of 120 GB/s. The Apple M4 (10-CPU) is characterized by very high energy efficiency, which leads to lower power consumption.

It is not available separately, but is part of premium Apple devices.