AMD Ryzen 3 3100U vs Intel Core 5 211TE Comparison

The AMD Ryzen 3 3100U and the Intel Core 5 211TE occupy different segments of the processor market, and the benchmark data in the database reflects that divide clearly. Across the head-to-head tests, the Intel part records 9 wins out of 11, with the AMD chip taking the remaining 2. The average benchmark score for the Intel Core 5 211TE is 15,370, placing it in the 69th percentile of all CPUs, while the AMD Ryzen 3 3100U averages 6,247, sitting in the 62nd percentile. These aggregate figures frame a matchup where the Intel processor generally dominates, though the AMD chip shows one specific advantage in single-threaded performance.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The largest victory for the Intel Core 5 211TE comes in the PassMark physics test, where it scores 1,278 against 232 for the AMD Ryzen 3 3100U, a delta of -81.8 percent. This means the AMD processor trails by nearly five-fold in this simulation-heavy workload, which often indicates differences in core count and architecture efficiency. The floating point math test shows a similar pattern, with Intel at 26,150 and AMD at 5,854, a -77.6 percent gap. For integer math, the Intel chip produces 33,991 points versus 8,873, a -73.9 percent difference, while extended instructions see Intel at 8,615 and AMD at 2,116, a -75.4 percent gap.

The data compression test also favors Intel heavily, with a score of 133,434 against 38,455, a -71.2 percent deficit for AMD. Encryption workloads show Intel at 7,231 and AMD at 1,972, a -72.7 percent gap, and the find prime numbers test has Intel scoring 72 against 18, a -75 percent difference. The multithread benchmark records Intel at 11,685 and AMD at 3,348, a -71.3 percent gap, while random string sorting sees Intel at 14,838 and AMD at 4,666, a -68.6 percent difference. These results indicate that the Intel Core 5 211TE delivers roughly three to four times the throughput in most parallel workloads.

The AMD Ryzen 3 3100U claims its wins in the single-thread tests, scoring 1,592 in both PassMark single-thread and single-thread categories, against 1,408 for Intel, a 13.1 percent advantage. This is the only area where the AMD part leads, and it does so by a modest margin. The database also shows that the AMD chip's nearest rivals include the AMD Ryzen Threadripper 1950X with an average score of 6,231 (0.3 percent delta), the AMD EPYC 7272 at 6,186 (1 percent delta), and the Intel Core i9-7940X at 6,147 (1.6 percent delta), while the Intel Core 5 211TE sits near the AMD EPYC 7543 at 15,477 (-0.7 percent delta) and the AMD Ryzen 3 7440U at 15,682 (-2 percent delta). These rivalry positions confirm that both processors compete within their respective performance strata rather than against each other directly.

Architecture Differences

The two chips are built on different manufacturing processes and design philosophies. The AMD Ryzen 3 3100U uses a 12 nm process from GlobalFoundries, with a die size of 210 mm² and 4,940 million transistors. Its codename is Picasso, and it belongs to the Ryzen 3 generation based on Zen+ architecture. The Intel Core 5 211TE uses a 10 nm process from Intel, with a die size of 215 mm² and no transistor count listed in the database. Its codename is Bartlett Lake, and it belongs to the Core 5 generation.

Core and thread counts differ substantially. The AMD part has 2 cores and 2 threads, while the Intel part offers 10 cores and 16 threads. This 8-core and 14-thread difference explains much of the multithreaded benchmark gap. The cache hierarchy also varies: the AMD processor has 96 KB of L1 cache per core, 512 KB of L2 per core, and 4 MB of shared L3 cache. The Intel processor has 80 KB of L1 per core, 1.25 MB of L2 per core, and 20 MB of shared L3. The larger L3 cache on Intel likely contributes to its performance in data-heavy workloads.

Clock speeds differ as well. The AMD chip has a base clock of 1.90 GHz and a boost clock of 3.20 GHz, while the Intel chip has a base of 1.70 GHz and a boost of 4.80 GHz. The higher boost clock on Intel gives it a significant headroom for single-thread bursts, though the AMD part still manages a better recorded single-thread score. The Intel chip supports PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU, whereas the AMD chip uses PCIe Gen 3. Memory support also differs: AMD uses DDR4 with a dual-channel bus and 38.4 GB/s bandwidth, while Intel supports both DDR4 and DDR5 with a dual-channel bus and 76.8 GB/s bandwidth. The Intel chip also supports ECC memory, which the AMD chip does not.

The integrated graphics differ as well. The AMD Ryzen 3 3100U includes Radeon Vega 8 graphics, while the Intel Core 5 211TE includes UHD Graphics 730. The AMD part is a mobile processor with an AMD Socket FP5, while the Intel part is a desktop processor with an Intel Socket 1700. The thermal design power (TDP) is 15 watts for AMD and 45 watts for Intel, reflecting their different market segments and performance targets.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher average benchmark score?

A: The Intel Core 5 211TE has an average benchmark score of 15,370, compared to 6,247 for the AMD Ryzen 3 3100U.

Q: Does the AMD Ryzen 3 3100U win any benchmark category?

A: Yes, it wins the PassMark single-thread and single-thread tests with a score of 1,592, which is 13.1 percent higher than the Intel Core 5 211TE's 1,408.

Q: What is the largest performance gap between the two processors?

A: The largest gap is in the PassMark physics test, where the Intel Core 5 211TE scores 1,278 and the AMD Ryzen 3 3100U scores 232, a difference of -81.8 percent.

Q: How do the core counts compare?

A: The AMD Ryzen 3 3100U has 2 cores and 2 threads, while the Intel Core 5 211TE has 10 cores and 16 threads.

Q: What memory types does each processor support?

A: The AMD Ryzen 3 3100U supports DDR4, while the Intel Core 5 211TE supports both DDR4 and DDR5.

Q: Which processor has a higher boost clock?

A: The Intel Core 5 211TE has a boost clock of 4.80 GHz, compared to 3.20 GHz for the AMD Ryzen 3 3100U.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ across several key specification fields. The AMD Ryzen 3 3100U has 2 cores and 2 threads, while the Intel Core 5 211TE has 10 cores and 16 threads. Base clocks are 1.90 GHz for AMD and 1.70 GHz for Intel, while boost clocks are 3.20 GHz and 4.80 GHz respectively. The TDP is 15 watts for AMD and 45 watts for Intel. The AMD chip uses AMD Socket FP5, while the Intel chip uses Intel Socket 1700. The process node is 12 nm for AMD and 10 nm for Intel. The die size is 210 mm² for AMD and 215 mm² for Intel. Cache configuration differs: L1 is 96 KB per core on AMD versus 80 KB per core on Intel, L2 is 512 KB per core versus 1.25 MB per core, and L3 is 4 MB shared versus 20 MB shared. Memory bandwidth is 38.4 GB/s for AMD and 76.8 GB/s for Intel. ECC memory is not supported on AMD but is supported on Intel. PCIe generation is Gen 3 for AMD and Gen 5 with 16 lanes for Intel. Integrated graphics are Radeon Vega 8 on AMD and UHD Graphics 730 on Intel. The market segment is Mobile for AMD and Desktop for Intel. The release dates differ, with AMD listed as 2026-05-31 and Intel as 2025-01-12. The Intel part has a launch MSRP of $221, while the AMD part has no listed MSRP. The transistor count is 4,940 million for AMD and not listed for Intel. The Intel chip supports DDR5 in addition to DDR4, while AMD only supports DDR4.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core 5 211TE wins in every multithreaded and parallel workload recorded in the database. Its 10 cores and 16 threads deliver dominant results in data compression, encryption, extended instructions, prime number finding, floating point math, integer math, multithread performance, physics, and random string sorting. The 20 MB shared L3 cache and higher memory bandwidth of 76.8 GB/s support these workloads effectively. The Intel chip also benefits from a higher boost clock of 4.80 GHz and PCIe Gen 5 support, making it suitable for tasks that demand sustained throughput across many cores.

The AMD Ryzen 3 3100U wins only in single-thread performance, with a 13.1 percent advantage over Intel in that specific test. Its lower TDP of 15 watts and mobile socket suggest it is designed for power-constrained environments. The 12 nm process and smaller cache footprint do not hinder its single-thread result, which is notable given the Intel chip's higher boost clock. For workloads that rely on a single thread, the AMD part shows a measurable edge, though the margin is narrow.

In terms of overall positioning, the Intel Core 5 211TE sits in the 69th percentile of all CPUs with an average score of 15,370, while the AMD Ryzen 3 3100U sits in the 62nd percentile with 6,247. The Intel chip's nearest rivals include server-class EPYC parts, while the AMD chip's nearest rivals include high-core-count desktop and server processors from both AMD and Intel. The database indicates that the Intel Core 5 211TE is the stronger performer for most computational tasks, while the AMD Ryzen 3 3100U holds a specific, if limited, advantage in single-threaded execution.