AMD Ryzen 3 3100U vs Intel Processor U301L Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark database contains no direct head-to-head benchmark records for the AMD Ryzen 3 3100U versus the Intel Processor U301L. The head-to-head comparison table is empty, and neither processor records wins in direct matchups. The Intel Processor U301L has no benchmark scores recorded in the database, and its average benchmark score is listed as 0. The AMD Ryzen 3 3100U, by contrast, has a complete benchmark profile across ten Passmark tests.

The AMD Ryzen 3 3100U delivers an average benchmark score of 6247. Its percentile ranking sits at 62, meaning it places above the median of all CPUs tracked in the database. The nearest rivals for the Ryzen 3 3100U provide context for its performance class. The AMD Ryzen Threadripper 1950X averages 6231, which is 0.3% behind the Ryzen 3 3100U. The AMD EPYC 7272 averages 6186, 1% behind. The Intel Core i9-10920X averages 6347, which places it 1.6% ahead of the Ryzen 3 3100U. The Intel Core i9-7940X averages 6147, 1.6% behind.

Looking at individual Passmark workloads, the Ryzen 3 3100U shows its strongest results in data compression with a score of 38455. Integer math scores 8873, floating point math scores 5854, random string sorting scores 4666, and multithread performance scores 3348. The extended instructions test scores 2116, data encryption scores 1972, and single-thread performance scores 1592. The physics test scores 232, and find prime numbers scores 18.

The Intel Processor U301L cannot be compared on these same metrics because no benchmark data exists for it. The database records its percentile as 50, but this figure sits alongside an average score of 0, which indicates the percentile is not derived from measured performance. The U301L's nearest rivals list is empty, so there is no relational context for its expected performance.

The specification gap between the two processors is substantial. The Ryzen 3 3100U uses 2 cores and 2 threads, while the U301L uses 5 cores and 6 threads. The U301L has more than double the core count and triple the thread count. However, the Ryzen 3 3100U operates at a base clock of 1.90 GHz and boosts to 3.20 GHz, while the U301L runs at a 1.20 GHz base and 2.20 GHz boost. The Ryzen 3 3100U leads in both clock metrics by 0.70 GHz at base and 1.00 GHz at boost.

Both processors carry a 15 W TDP, placing them in the same power envelope class. The Ryzen 3 3100U uses AMD Socket FP5, while the U301L uses Intel Socket 1700, so they are not socket-compatible. The Ryzen 3 3100U integrates Radeon Vega 8 graphics, while the U301L integrates UHD Graphics 64EU.

The Verdict

The data in the database supports a clear distinction between these two processors, but it is a distinction based on available evidence rather than direct comparison. The AMD Ryzen 3 3100U has a complete measured benchmark profile with an average score of 6247 and a 62nd percentile ranking among all CPUs. The Intel Processor U301L has no recorded benchmark scores, an average score of 0, and a 50th percentile that appears unbacked by measurements.

For users who require verified performance data, the Ryzen 3 3100U is the only option with measurable results. Its nearest rivals include high-end desktop and server processors like the Ryzen Threadripper 1950X and EPYC 7272, and it trades within 1.6% of the Core i9-10920X and Core i9-7940X. This places the Ryzen 3 3100U in a performance tier that is competitive with much larger, higher-core-count processors despite its 2-core, 2-thread configuration.

The Intel Processor U301L, with 5 cores and 6 threads, has a structural advantage in parallel workloads based on core and thread counts alone. Its higher core count and larger shared L3 cache of 8 MB versus 4 MB suggest it could outperform the Ryzen 3 3100U in multithreaded tasks, but the database contains no measurements to confirm this. The U301L also has a lower boost clock of 2.20 GHz versus 3.20 GHz, which may limit its single-thread performance.

The release dates differ notably. The Ryzen 3 3100U carries a release date of May 31, 2026, while the Intel Processor U301L has a release date of April 7, 2024. The U301L is the older design by roughly two years. The Ryzen 3 3100U is built on a 12 nm process from GlobalFoundries, while the U301L uses Intel's 10 nm process.

The verdict from the recorded data is straightforward: the Ryzen 3 3100U is the only processor with demonstrated performance, and it performs at a level comparable to processors with far more cores. The U301L remains unmeasured, and its 50th percentile cannot be validated against any benchmark results. Users who need a processor with confirmed performance should look to the Ryzen 3 3100U. Users who need many cores and threads in a 15 W envelope may consider the U301L, but they must accept that no measured data supports its performance claims.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different architectural lineages. The AMD Ryzen 3 3100U is part of the 3000 series and uses the Picasso codename. Its generation is listed as Ryzen 3 with Zen+ (Picasso) architecture. The Intel Processor U301L uses the Raptor Lake architecture with the Raptor Lake-PS codename, and its generation is listed as Intel Processor (Raptor Lake).

The manufacturing process differs significantly. The Ryzen 3 3100U uses a 12 nm process node fabricated by GlobalFoundries. The U301L uses a 10 nm process node fabricated by Intel. The Ryzen 3 3100U has a transistor count of 4,940 million and a die size of 210 mm². The U301L has no transistor count or die size recorded in the database.

The cache hierarchies are structured differently. The Ryzen 3 3100U has 96 KB of L1 cache per core, 512 KB of L2 cache per core, and 4 MB of shared L3 cache. The U301L has 80 KB of L1 cache per core, 1.25 MB of L2 cache per core, and 8 MB of shared L3 cache. The U301L has a smaller L1 per core but a much larger L2 per core and double the L3 cache.

Memory support diverges. The Ryzen 3 3100U supports DDR4 memory only, with dual-channel memory bus and a memory bandwidth of 38.4 GB/s. The U301L supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory, also with a dual-channel memory bus, but its memory bandwidth is not recorded in the database. Neither processor supports ECC memory.

PCIe capabilities differ. The Ryzen 3 3100U uses PCIe Gen 3, while the U301L uses PCIe Gen 4 with 8 lanes available for CPU-only connections. The U301L's newer PCIe generation provides higher bandwidth for compatible devices.

The integrated graphics solutions are different. The Ryzen 3 3100U uses Radeon Vega 8 graphics, while the U301L uses UHD Graphics 64EU. The database does not include graphics benchmark scores for either processor.

Both processors have locked multipliers, meaning they are not unlocked for overclocking. Both are classified as mobile market segment processors, and both have active production status.

Specification Differences

The core and thread counts are the most prominent specification difference. The AMD Ryzen 3 3100U has 2 cores and 2 threads. The Intel Processor U301L has 5 cores and 6 threads. This gives the U301L a 3-core and 4-thread advantage.

Clock speeds favor the Ryzen 3 3100U. Its base clock is 1.90 GHz compared to 1.20 GHz for the U301L, a difference of 0.70 GHz. Its boost clock is 3.20 GHz compared to 2.20 GHz for the U301L, a difference of 1.00 GHz.

The socket types are incompatible. The Ryzen 3 3100U uses AMD Socket FP5, while the U301L uses Intel Socket 1700. The part numbers are also different: YM3100C4T2OFG for the Ryzen 3 3100U and SRPKFQ5CW for the U301L.

The Ryzen 3 3100U has a recorded transistor count of 4,940 million and a die size of 210 mm². The U301L has no transistor count or die size data. The Ryzen 3 3100U's L1 cache is 96 KB per core versus 80 KB per core for the U301L. The U301L's L2 cache is 1.25 MB per core versus 512 KB per core for the Ryzen 3 3100U. The U301L's L3 cache is 8 MB shared versus 4 MB shared for the Ryzen 3 3100U.

Memory bandwidth is recorded only for the Ryzen 3 3100U at 38.4 GB/s. The U301L has no memory bandwidth figure. The Ryzen 3 3100U supports only DDR4 memory, while the U301L supports DDR4 and DDR5. PCIe generation differs: Gen 3 for the Ryzen 3 3100U and Gen 4 with 8 CPU-only lanes for the U301L.

The release dates differ. The Ryzen 3 3100U released on May 31, 2026, while the U301L released on April 7, 2024. The U301L has a launch MSRP of $107. The Ryzen 3 3100U has no launch MSRP recorded. Both processors have a TDP of 15 W, neither supports ECC memory, and neither has an unlocked multiplier.

The integrated graphics differ: Radeon Vega 8 for the Ryzen 3 3100U and UHD Graphics 64EU for the U301L. The Ryzen 3 3100U belongs to the 3000 series, while the U301L has no series designation. Both processors are in the mobile market segment.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The Intel Processor U301L has 5 cores and 6 threads, while the AMD Ryzen 3 3100U has 2 cores and 2 threads.

Q: Which processor has the higher boost clock?

A: The AMD Ryzen 3 3100U has a boost clock of 3.20 GHz, which is 1.00 GHz higher than the Intel Processor U301L's boost clock of 2.20 GHz.

Q: Does the Intel Processor U301L have any recorded benchmark scores?

A: No. The database lists no benchmark scores for the Intel Processor U301L, and its average benchmark score is 0. The AMD Ryzen 3 3100U has an average benchmark score of 6247.

Q: How does the AMD Ryzen 3 3100U compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The Ryzen 3 3100U is 0.3% ahead of the AMD Ryzen Threadripper 1950X, 1% ahead of the AMD EPYC 7272, 1.6% behind the Intel Core i9-10920X, and 1.6% ahead of the Intel Core i9-7940X.

Q: What memory types does each processor support?

A: The AMD Ryzen 3 3100U supports DDR4 memory only. The Intel Processor U301L supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory. Both use a dual-channel memory bus.

Q: What is the TDP of both processors?

A: Both the AMD Ryzen 3 3100U and the Intel Processor U301L have a TDP of 15 W.

Q: Which processor has the larger L3 cache?

A: The Intel Processor U301L has 8 MB of shared L3 cache, which is double the 4 MB of shared L3 cache on the AMD Ryzen 3 3100U.

Q: What process nodes do the two processors use?

A: The AMD Ryzen 3 3100U uses a 12 nm process from GlobalFoundries. The Intel Processor U301L uses a 10 nm process from Intel.