AMD Ryzen 3 3100U vs Intel Core 7 150UL Comparison

The Verdict

The data presents an unusual comparison. The AMD Ryzen 3 3100U is a mobile processor with a robust set of benchmark scores and a 62nd percentile ranking among all CPUs. The Intel Core 7 150UL, despite being a newer desktop part with significantly more cores and a higher boost clock, has no recorded benchmark scores in the database, resulting in a 50th percentile ranking and an average benchmark score of zero. Based strictly on the available measurements, the AMD Ryzen 3 3100U is the only processor with verified performance data, making it the clear choice for any workload where quantifiable results matter. The Intel Core 7 150UL cannot be recommended for performance-specific tasks based on this database, as its actual performance remains unmeasured. The AMD chip's active production status and mobile market segment further solidify its position as the functional option in this comparison.

Architecture Differences

The architectural divide between these two processors is substantial. The AMD Ryzen 3 3100U is built on the 12 nm process node at GlobalFoundries, utilizing the Picasso codename and the Zen+ microarchitecture. It is a dual-core, dual-thread processor with a base clock of 1.90 GHz and a boost clock of 3.20 GHz. The silicon contains 4,940 million transistors on a 210 mm² die. Its cache hierarchy consists of 96 KB of L1 per core, 512 KB of L2 per core, and 4 MB of shared L3 cache. The memory support is limited to DDR4, operating on a dual-channel bus with a bandwidth of 38.4 GB/s. The integrated graphics are supplied by a Radeon Vega 8 unit. It uses the AMD Socket FP5 and supports PCIe Gen 3.

In contrast, the Intel Core 7 150UL is a Raptor Lake-PS part built on Intel's 10 nm process. It features 10 cores and 12 threads, a base clock of 1.70 GHz, and a substantially higher boost clock of 5.00 GHz. The cache configuration includes 80 KB of L1 per core, 1.25 MB of L2 per core, and a much larger 12 MB of shared L3 cache. This processor supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory, also on a dual-channel bus, though the database does not record a specific memory bandwidth figure. The integrated graphics are the Iris Xe Graphics 96EU. It uses the Intel Socket 1700 and supports PCIe Gen 4 with 8 CPU-only lanes. The Intel part is classified as a desktop market segment product with a release date of April 2024, while the AMD chip was released later, in May 2026. Neither processor has its multiplier unlocked, and both have a 15 W TDP.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The head-to-head benchmark section in the database is empty, which means there are no direct comparison scores between the AMD Ryzen 3 3100U and the Intel Core 7 150UL. However, the AMD processor has a full suite of recorded PassMark results that provide a detailed performance profile. In the data compression test, the AMD chip scores 38,455. The data encryption test yields a score of 1,972, while extended instructions score 2,116. The floating point math test records 5,854 points, and integer math scores 8,873. The multithread benchmark shows 3,348 points, while the single-thread test scores 1,592. Physics testing records a score of 232, and random string sorting achieves 4,666. The find prime numbers test yields a relatively low score of 18.

The Intel Core 7 150UL has no recorded scores in any of these tests, so a direct numerical comparison is impossible. The database's average benchmark score for the AMD part is 6,247 points, while the Intel part sits at zero. The AMD processor's nearest rivals in the database include the AMD Ryzen Threadripper 1950X with an average score of 6,231 and a delta of 0.3 percent, the AMD EPYC 7272 with 6,186 points and a one percent delta, and the Intel Core i9-7940X with 6,147 points and a 1.6 percent delta. The Intel Core i9-10920X is slightly ahead with 6,347 points and a negative 1.6 percent delta. These figures indicate that the Ryzen 3 3100U is competitive with high-end desktop processors from previous generations, sitting within a narrow performance band. The largest measured win for the AMD processor is its data compression score, which is approximately six times higher than its multithread score, demonstrating a strong specialization in that workload.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has a higher boost clock?

A: The Intel Core 7 150UL has a boost clock of 5.00 GHz, which is significantly higher than the AMD Ryzen 3 3100U's boost clock of 3.20 GHz.

Q: How many cores and threads does each processor have?

A: The AMD Ryzen 3 3100U has 2 cores and 2 threads. The Intel Core 7 150UL has 10 cores and 12 threads.

Q: What is the average benchmark score for each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen 3 3100U has an average benchmark score of 6,247. The Intel Core 7 150UL has an average benchmark score of 0, as no benchmarks are recorded for it.

Q: What is the process node for each chip?

A: The AMD Ryzen 3 3100U uses a 12 nm process node from GlobalFoundries. The Intel Core 7 150UL uses a 10 nm process node from Intel.

Q: Which processor supports DDR5 memory?

A: The Intel Core 7 150UL supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory. The AMD Ryzen 3 3100U supports only DDR4 memory.

Q: What is the percentile ranking of each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen 3 3100U is in the 62nd percentile among all CPUs. The Intel Core 7 150UL is in the 50th percentile.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen 3 3100U wins in every measurable category within this database, simply because it has recorded data and the Intel Core 7 150UL does not. For workloads that depend on data compression, the AMD chip's score of 38,455 in that specific test represents its strongest performance metric. It also holds a 62nd percentile ranking, which places it above the Intel part's 50th percentile ranking. The AMD processor is an active production mobile part, meaning it is currently available for laptops and other portable devices. Its 15 W TDP makes it suitable for power-constrained environments, and its Radeon Vega 8 integrated graphics provide a complete package without needing a discrete GPU.

The Intel Core 7 150UL wins on paper in terms of raw specifications. It has 10 cores versus 2, 12 threads versus 2, and a 5.00 GHz boost clock versus 3.20 GHz. It also has a larger shared L3 cache at 12 MB compared to 4 MB, and it supports newer DDR5 memory alongside DDR4. Its Iris Xe Graphics 96EU unit and PCIe Gen 4 support are more modern than the AMD chip's Vega 8 and PCIe Gen 3. However, these advantages are purely theoretical in this database context, as the absence of benchmark scores means there is no evidence that these specifications translate into actual performance gains. The Intel part is a desktop segment processor with a 50th percentile ranking, which is lower than the AMD part's ranking despite its superior specifications. The recorded data shows that the AMD Ryzen 3 3100U is the only processor with verified performance, and in the absence of Intel's benchmarks, the AMD chip is the default winner for any application requiring measurable processing capability.