AMD Ryzen 3 4100 vs Intel Core 5 211TE Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark data delivers a clear split: the Intel Core 5 211TE wins 11 of the 17 recorded head-to-head tests, while the AMD Ryzen 3 4100 takes 6. The most dramatic separation comes in Cinebench, where the Intel part leads by roughly 30% across every single- and multi-core iteration. In Cinebench R23 multi-core, the Intel scores 12201 against 9394, a 29.9% margin. The single-core R23 result tells the same story: 1722 versus 1326, again a 29.9% gap. The pattern repeats in R20 and R15, with the Intel holding a 29.9% to 30.1% advantage in all six Cinebench tests. The largest single win for Intel is in PassMark's find prime numbers test, where it scores 72 against 23, a staggering 213% lead. PassMark physics also heavily favors Intel, 1278 versus 563, a 127% margin. In floating-point math, Intel leads 26150 to 19128, a 36.7% advantage. The remaining Intel wins are narrower: integer math at 33991 versus 32307 (5.2% ahead) and PassMark multithread at 11685 versus 11050 (5.7% ahead).

The AMD Ryzen 3 4100's wins are concentrated in specific PassMark workloads. Its largest victory is PassMark single-thread, where it scores 2531 against Intel's 1408, a 44.4% lead. The AMD also wins data encryption, 9133 versus 7231, a 20.8% margin, and data compression, 149609 versus 133434, a 10.8% edge. Extended instructions go AMD's way as well, 9923 versus 8615, a 13.2% lead. Random string sorting is another AMD win, 15760 versus 14838, a 5.9% margin. These results show a processor that excels in specific algorithmic tasks, particularly those involving encryption, compression, and single-threaded integer work, but falls far behind in rendering and physics-style workloads.

Architecture Differences

The two processors diverge fundamentally in their design philosophy. The Intel Core 5 211TE is built on a 10 nm process at Intel's foundry, with a die size of 215 mm². It packs 10 cores and 16 threads, a configuration that relies on core count for heavy parallel workloads. The AMD Ryzen 3 4100 uses a 7 nm process from TSMC, with a die size of 156 mm² and 9,800 million transistors. It offers only 4 cores and 8 threads, but each core is backed by Zen 2 architecture. Clock speeds tell a different story: the Intel has a base clock of 1.70 GHz and a boost clock of 4.80 GHz, while the AMD runs at 3.80 GHz base and 4.00 GHz boost. The AMD's higher base clock contributes to its single-thread PassMark win, but its lower boost ceiling limits peak performance.

Cache allocation also differs sharply. The Intel provides 80 KB of L1 per core, 1.25 MB of L2 per core, and 20 MB of shared L3. The AMD offers 64 KB of L1 per core, 512 KB of L2 per core, and 8 MB of shared L3. The Intel's larger L3 cache, 20 MB versus 8 MB, gives it a substantial advantage in workloads that benefit from frequent data reuse. Memory support adds another differentiator: the Intel supports both DDR4 and DDR5 with a memory bandwidth of 76.8 GB/s, while the AMD is limited to DDR4 at 51.2 GB/s. The Intel also supports ECC memory, the AMD does not. PCIe connectivity differs as well, with the Intel offering Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only) versus the AMD's Gen 3 with 8 lanes (CPU only). The Intel includes integrated graphics via UHD Graphics 730, while the AMD has no integrated graphics at all. The AMD does have one feature the Intel lacks: an unlocked multiplier for overclocking.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core 5 211TE is the clear choice for multi-core rendering and physics simulations. Its Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 12201 is 30% above the AMD's 9394, and the physics test shows a 127% advantage. The 10-core, 16-thread configuration drives these results, supported by the larger 20 MB L3 cache and higher 4.80 GHz boost clock. The Intel also dominates prime number calculations, a test that rewards raw integer throughput and cache efficiency, with a 213% lead. For floating-point math, the Intel's 36.7% edge suggests it handles scientific or engineering workloads better. The PassMark multithread result, 11685 versus 11050, confirms the Intel's broader parallel capability, even if the margin is modest at 5.7%.

The AMD Ryzen 3 4100 wins where single-threaded integer performance and specific data-processing routines matter. Its PassMark single-thread score of 2531 is 44.4% higher than Intel's 1408, a decisive margin that points to superior per-core efficiency in certain tasks. Data encryption shows a 20.8% AMD advantage, data compression a 10.8% edge, and extended instructions a 13.2% lead. These are workloads where the Zen 2 architecture's instruction handling and lower base clock penalty pay off. Random string sorting, a memory-intensive task, also favors AMD by 5.9%. For users running encryption, compression, or sorting-heavy applications, the AMD's wins are directly relevant.

The Verdict

The benchmark data points to a clear overall winner for general compute: the Intel Core 5 211TE. It wins 11 of 17 head-to-head tests, including every Cinebench test and the largest single margin in the entire comparison, the 213% prime number lead. Its average benchmark score of 15370 sits above the AMD's 14505, and both processors share the 69th percentile among all CPUs. The Intel's multi-core dominance, combined with its floating-point and physics advantages, makes it the better choice for rendering, simulation, and math-heavy workloads. The AMD Ryzen 3 4100, with an average score of 14505, is competitive only in a narrow band of single-threaded and data-processing tasks. Its 44.4% single-thread win is impressive, but it does not translate into a broader performance advantage. The Intel's 30% Cinebench lead across the board is the decisive factor.

For users who prioritize Cinebench-style rendering or physics, the Intel Core 5 211TE is the obvious pick. For workloads centered on encryption, compression, or sorting, the AMD Ryzen 3 4100 offers specific strengths, but those wins are isolated. The Intel also provides integrated graphics, ECC memory support, DDR5 compatibility, and PCIe Gen 5, all of which expand its usability beyond raw compute. The AMD counters with an unlocked multiplier and a smaller die, but the performance data does not support a general recommendation in its favor.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher average benchmark score?

A: The Intel Core 5 211TE has an average benchmark score of 15370, while the AMD Ryzen 3 4100 scores 14505.

Q: What is the largest single-test margin between the two?

A: The PassMark find prime numbers test shows the Intel Core 5 211TE leading by 213%, scoring 72 against the AMD's 23.

Q: Does the AMD Ryzen 3 4100 win any Cinebench tests?

A: No, the Intel Core 5 211TE wins all six Cinebench tests (R15, R20, R23 in both single- and multi-core), with margins between 29.9% and 30.1%.

Q: What memory types does each processor support?

A: The Intel Core 5 211TE supports DDR4 and DDR5, while the AMD Ryzen 3 4100 supports DDR4 only.

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The Intel Core 5 211TE has 10 cores and 16 threads, while the AMD Ryzen 3 4100 has 4 cores and 8 threads.

Q: Is the AMD Ryzen 3 4100's single-thread score higher than the Intel's?

A: Yes, the AMD scores 2531 in PassMark single-thread versus the Intel's 1408, a 44.4% advantage for AMD.

Specification Differences

| Specification | Intel Core 5 211TE | AMD Ryzen 3 4100 |

|----------------|-------------------|------------------|

| Cores | 10 | 4 |

| Threads | 16 | 8 |

| Base Clock | 1.70 GHz | 3.80 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 4.80 GHz | 4.00 GHz |

| TDP | 45 W | 65 W |

| Socket | Intel Socket 1700 | AMD Socket AM4 |

| Codename | Bartlett Lake | Renoir |

| Generation | Core 5 (Bartlett Lake) | Ryzen 3 (Zen 2 (Renoir)) |

| Process Node | 10 nm | 7 nm |

| Foundry | Intel | TSMC |

| Die Size | 215 mm² | 156 mm² |

| Transistors | Not reported | 9,800 million |

| L1 Cache | 80 KB (per core) | 64 KB (per core) |

| L2 Cache | 1.25 MB (per core) | 512 KB (per core) |

| L3 Cache | 20 MB (shared) | 8 MB (shared) |

| Memory Support | DDR4, DDR5 | DDR4 |

| Memory Bandwidth | 76.8 GB/s | 51.2 GB/s |

| ECC Memory | Yes | No |

| PCIe | Gen 5, 16 Lanes (CPU only) | Gen 3, 8 Lanes (CPU only) |

| Integrated Graphics | UHD Graphics 730 | None |

| Multiplier Unlocked | No | Yes |

| Launch MSRP | $221 | $99 |