AMD Ryzen 3 3200U vs Intel Core i3-10110Y Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The head-to-head results in the database reveal a split picture, with each processor taking a decisive win in different workloads. The most dramatic margin belongs to the Intel Core i3-10110Y in Cinebench R23 multi-core, where it scores 2,640 against the AMD Ryzen 3 3200U's 1,786. That is a 47.8% advantage, a substantial gap that suggests the Intel part sustains its multi-threaded performance far better under the long-duration load of this benchmark. The data indicates this is not a marginal victory but a clear category difference in sustained rendering-style workloads.

The AMD Ryzen 3 3200U answers in the other two recorded head-to-head tests. In Cinebench R15 multi-core, the Ryzen scores 334 versus Intel's 265, a 20.7% lead. This older test, which is shorter in duration, favors the AMD part, likely reflecting its higher base clock. The most striking single-core result comes in Cinebench R23, where the Ryzen 3 3200U scores 765 against Intel's 372. That is a 51.4% deficit for the Intel part, meaning the AMD chip more than doubles the Intel chip's single-core score in this test. For any workload that relies on single-thread responsiveness, the database clearly points to AMD.

Across the full head-to-head set, the AMD Ryzen 3 3200U wins two of the three tests, while the Intel Core i3-10110Y wins one. However, the magnitude of Intel's win in Cinebench R23 multi-core is larger than either of AMD's individual victories. The 47.8% delta for Intel is substantial, but the 51.4% delta for AMD in single-core is even larger. The overall average benchmark scores in the database tell a slightly different story: the Intel part has an average score of 908, while the AMD part sits at 893, a difference of roughly 1.7% in Intel's favor. This average, however, includes benchmarks not present in the head-to-head set, such as Cinebench R20 and Geekbench results.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher average benchmark score?

A: The Intel Core i3-10110Y has an average benchmark score of 908, while the AMD Ryzen 3 3200U has an average of 893. The Intel part holds a slight overall edge in the database's aggregate measurements.

Q: How do the two processors compare in single-core performance?

A: In the only head-to-head single-core test, Cinebench R23, the AMD Ryzen 3 3200U scores 765, which is 51.4% higher than the Intel Core i3-10110Y's 372. The AMD part has a clear and decisive lead in this area.

Q: What is the biggest performance gap recorded between these two CPUs?

A: The largest delta is in Cinebench R23 single-core, where the AMD Ryzen 3 3200U leads the Intel Core i3-10110Y by 51.4%. The second-largest is in Cinebench R23 multi-core, where the Intel part leads by 47.8%.

Q: Are these two processors considered comparable in overall ranking?

A: Yes, both sit at the 24th percentile against all CPUs in the database. Their average scores are close, with Intel at 908 and AMD at 893, and their nearest rivals include chips like the Intel Core i3-4330T and AMD Ryzen 3 3250U, both at 908.

Q: Which processor performs better in the Cinebench R15 multi-core test?

A: The AMD Ryzen 3 3200U wins this test with a score of 334, leading the Intel Core i3-10110Y's 265 by 20.7%. This is the only head-to-head benchmark where AMD wins by a margin smaller than 50%.

Q: Does the Intel processor ever win a head-to-head benchmark?

A: Yes, the Intel Core i3-10110Y wins the Cinebench R23 multi-core test with a score of 2,640, outperforming the AMD Ryzen 3 3200U's 1,786 by 47.8%.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different design philosophies and manufacturing backgrounds. The Intel Core i3-10110Y is built on the Comet Lake architecture, specifically the Comet Lake-Y variant, using a 14 nm process node fabricated by Intel. It has 2 cores and 4 threads, with a base clock of 1.00 GHz and a boost clock of 4.00 GHz. Its thermal design power is 9 watts, and it uses the Intel BGA 1440 socket. The cache layout consists of 64 KB of L1 per core, 256 KB of L2 per core, and 4 MB of shared L3 cache. Memory support is limited to DDR3, and it features Intel UHD Graphics as the integrated graphics solution.

The AMD Ryzen 3 3200U is a Zen architecture part, codenamed Raven Ridge, also on a 14 nm process but fabricated by GlobalFoundries. It matches Intel in core count at 2 cores and 4 threads, but its clocks are different: a base of 2.60 GHz and a boost of 3.50 GHz. The TDP is higher at 15 watts, and it uses the AMD Socket FP5. The cache structure is larger per core, with 96 KB of L1 and 512 KB of L2 per core, while sharing the same 4 MB of L3. It supports DDR4 memory in a dual-channel configuration with a documented bandwidth of 38.4 GB/s, and it includes Radeon Vega 3 integrated graphics. The AMD part also lists a PCIe Gen 3 interface, a 4,940 million transistor count, and a die size of 210 mm².

Key architectural differences include the memory type, where AMD supports the newer DDR4 standard while Intel is restricted to DDR3. The base clocks differ significantly, with AMD starting at 2.60 GHz versus Intel's 1.00 GHz, though Intel's boost clock of 4.00 GHz exceeds AMD's 3.50 GHz. The power envelope is also distinct, with Intel at 9 watts and AMD at 15 watts. The cache hierarchy favors AMD in L1 and L2 capacities, but both share the same L3 size. These differences explain the benchmark behavior: AMD's higher base clock likely contributes to its single-core lead, while Intel's higher boost clock and architecture tuning may explain its multi-core win in Cinebench R23.

The Verdict

The recorded data does not support a single universal winner. The AMD Ryzen 3 3200U is the stronger choice for single-threaded tasks and for the older Cinebench R15 workload, where its 51.4% and 20.7% leads respectively are decisive. The Intel Core i3-10110Y is the better option for sustained multi-core rendering, as shown by its 47.8% advantage in Cinebench R23 multi-core. Users who prioritize single-core responsiveness, such as everyday application loading or lightly threaded software, should favor the AMD part. Users who run longer multi-threaded workloads, such as video encoding or 3D rendering, should look to the Intel part, provided the workload aligns with the Cinebench R23 pattern.

The overall average scores are nearly identical, with Intel at 908 and AMD at 893, and both CPUs occupy the same 24th percentile against all processors. This indicates that in aggregate, neither chip is dramatically superior. The deciding factor must be the specific workload. The AMD Ryzen 3 3200U wins two of the three head-to-head tests, but the Intel part's single win is by a large margin. The data suggests that the AMD chip is the more balanced performer across the tested metrics, while the Intel chip is specialized for one specific multi-core scenario.

Specification Differences

The following fields differ between the Intel Core i3-10110Y and the AMD Ryzen 3 3200U in the database:

• Series: Intel lists "Core 10th Gen," AMD lists "3000 series."
• Base clock: Intel at 1.00 GHz, AMD at 2.60 GHz.
• Boost clock: Intel at 4.00 GHz, AMD at 3.50 GHz.
• TDP: Intel at 9 watts, AMD at 15 watts.
• Socket: Intel BGA 1440 versus AMD Socket FP5.
• Architecture: Comet Lake versus Zen.
• Codename: Comet Lake-Y versus Raven Ridge.
• Generation: Core i3 (Comet Lake-Y) versus Ryzen 3 (Zen (Raven Ridge)).
• Foundry: Intel versus GlobalFoundries.
• Transistors: No data for Intel, 4,940 million for AMD.
• Die size: No data for Intel, 210 mm² for AMD.
• L1 cache: 64 KB per core for Intel, 96 KB per core for AMD.
• L2 cache: 256 KB per core for Intel, 512 KB per core for AMD.
• Memory support: DDR3 for Intel, DDR4 for AMD.
• Memory bus: No data for Intel, dual-channel for AMD.
• Memory bandwidth: No data for Intel, 38.4 GB/s for AMD.
• PCIe: No data for Intel, Gen 3 for AMD.
• Integrated graphics: UHD Graphics for Intel, Radeon Vega 3 for AMD.
• Release date: Intel on 2019-08-20, AMD on 2019-01-05.
• Part number: No data for Intel, YM3200C4T2OFG for AMD.

Both parts share the same core and thread count, 14 nm process node, 4 MB shared L3 cache, non-ECC memory support, mobile market segment, active production status, and non-unlocked multiplier.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen 3 3200U is the clear winner in single-core performance. The Cinebench R23 single-core score of 765, which is 51.4% higher than Intel's 372, makes this the standout category for AMD. It also wins the Cinebench R15 multi-core test with a 20.7% lead, suggesting it handles shorter multi-threaded bursts more effectively. This combination points to a processor that is responsive for everyday tasks, quick in lightly threaded applications, and capable in brief multi-core spikes.

The Intel Core i3-10110Y wins in one specific but important category: Cinebench R23 multi-core. Its score of 2,640 versus AMD's 1,786 represents a 47.8% advantage. This is a long-duration rendering test, and the result indicates that Intel's part can sustain high multi-threaded throughput over time, likely due to its higher boost clock and thermal headroom relative to its 9-watt TDP. For users who run continuous, multi-threaded workloads, this is the more meaningful win.

In terms of overall database averages, the Intel part edges ahead at 908 versus 893, but this is a small margin. The nearest rivals for each part also confirm their positioning: Intel's nearest rival is the AMD Ryzen 3 3250U at the same 908 average score, while AMD's nearest rival is the Intel Core i5-5300U at 895. The data supports a use-case split: AMD for single-core and short-duration tasks, Intel for sustained multi-core rendering. Neither part dominates the other across all metrics, so the selection should be driven entirely by the target workload profile.