AMD Ryzen 5 4500 vs Intel Core i3-13100F Comparison

The Intel Core i3-13100F and AMD Ryzen 5 4500 are two desktop processors that occupy the same 71st percentile in the database's performance ranking, yet their benchmark profiles diverge sharply. The Ryzen 5 4500 wins 12 of the 19 head-to-head tests, while the Core i3-13100F takes 7. The Intel's average benchmark score is 17653, slightly ahead of the AMD's 17333, but the distribution of wins tells a more nuanced story: the AMD leads in multi-threaded and data-centric workloads, while the Intel dominates single-thread and physics-based tests.

The Verdict

The data points to a clear split based on workload type. For users who run heavily threaded applications, such as video rendering, data compression, or encryption, the AMD Ryzen 5 4500 is the stronger pick. It wins every Cinebench test by about 8.9% and leads in PassMark data compression by 26.5% and data encryption by 37.5%. For single-threaded tasks, the Intel Core i3-13100F is the better choice, with a 38.1% lead in Geekbench single-core and a 39.2% lead in PassMark single-thread. The Intel also wins physics simulation by 45.3% and prime number finding by 79.4%. Both processors sit at the same 71st percentile, but the Intel's higher average score reflects its strong single-thread performance. The launch MSRP for the Intel is $109, while the AMD is $129, though the benchmark results do not directly translate to a price-performance verdict. In short: pick the Ryzen 5 4500 for multi-thread throughput, the Core i3-13100F for single-thread responsiveness.

Architecture Differences

The two CPUs come from different architectural generations and foundries. The Intel Core i3-13100F uses Raptor Lake on a 10 nm process from Intel, while the AMD Ryzen 5 4500 uses Zen 2 on a 7 nm process from TSMC. The Intel has 4 cores and 8 threads, whereas the AMD has 6 cores and 12 threads. Cache configurations differ as well: the Intel provides 80 KB of L1 per core, 1.25 MB of L2 per core, and 12 MB of shared L3; the AMD offers 64 KB of L1, 512 KB of L2, and 8 MB of shared L3. Memory support is another differentiator: the Intel supports both DDR4 and DDR5, while the AMD is limited to DDR4. The Intel also has PCIe Gen 5 with 20 lanes, compared to the AMD's PCIe Gen 3 with 16 lanes. The AMD has a higher base clock at 3.60 GHz versus 3.40 GHz, but the Intel boosts higher at 4.50 GHz versus 4.10 GHz. TDP ratings are 58 W for the Intel and 65 W for the AMD. The Intel uses Socket 1700, the AMD uses Socket AM4. The AMD has an unlocked multiplier, the Intel does not. The Intel was released in January 2023, the AMD in April 2022. Die sizes are 163 mm² for the Intel and 156 mm² for the AMD. The AMD lists a memory bandwidth of 51.2 GB/s, while the Intel does not specify a figure.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark results reveal a consistent pattern. The AMD Ryzen 5 4500 wins all six Cinebench tests, with margins of 8.8% to 8.9% in both single-core and multi-core variants. For example, in Cinebench R23 multi-core, the AMD scores 13677 against the Intel's 12458, an 8.9% advantage. In single-core R23, the AMD leads 1930 to 1758, also 8.9%. The AMD also dominates data-heavy PassMark tests: data compression is 26.5% higher, data encryption 37.5% higher, extended instructions 24.8% higher, integer math 13.4% higher, and random string sorting 30.9% higher. The PassMark multithread score favors the AMD by 8.7% (16091 vs 14687).

The Intel Core i3-13100F, however, wins decisively in single-thread and specialized workloads. Geekbench single-core shows a 38.1% lead (2056 vs 1489), and PassMark single-thread is 39.2% higher (3609 vs 2593). The Intel also wins Geekbench multi-core by 9.3% (7655 vs 7005). In PassMark, the Intel leads in find prime numbers by 79.4% (61 vs 34), physics by 45.3% (1055 vs 726), and floating point math by 14% (33510 vs 29405). These results indicate that the Intel's architecture excels at tasks that rely on high per-core performance and specific instruction patterns, while the AMD's extra cores and threads give it an edge in parallel workloads.

FAQ

Q: Which CPU has more cores and threads?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 4500 has 6 cores and 12 threads, while the Intel Core i3-13100F has 4 cores and 8 threads.

Q: Which processor supports DDR5 memory?

A: The Intel Core i3-13100F supports both DDR4 and DDR5, whereas the AMD Ryzen 5 4500 supports only DDR4.

Q: Which CPU has a higher boost clock?

A: The Intel Core i3-13100F boosts to 4.50 GHz, while the AMD Ryzen 5 4500 boosts to 4.10 GHz.

Q: Which processor is better for single-threaded tasks?

A: The Intel Core i3-13100F leads in Geekbench single-core by 38.1% and in PassMark single-thread by 39.2%, making it the clear choice for single-thread workloads.

Q: Which CPU wins in multi-threaded rendering?

A: The AMD Ryzen 5 4500 wins all Cinebench tests by about 8.9%, including R23 multi-core with a score of 13677 versus the Intel's 12458.

Q: Which processor has a higher average benchmark score?

A: The Intel Core i3-13100F has an average benchmark score of 17653, compared to the AMD Ryzen 5 4500's 17333.

Where Each One Wins

The benchmark data suggests a clear use-case split. The AMD Ryzen 5 4500 is the better choice for multi-threaded workloads that scale with core count. This includes video rendering, 3D modeling, data compression, encryption, and any task that can utilize 12 threads. The AMD's wins in Cinebench, PassMark multithread, data compression, encryption, extended instructions, integer math, and random string sorting all point to this strength. For users who frequently run such parallel tasks, the Ryzen 5 4500 offers a consistent advantage.

The Intel Core i3-13100F, on the other hand, is the better pick for single-threaded and latency-sensitive applications. Its wins in Geekbench single-core, PassMark single-thread, physics simulation, prime number finding, and floating point math indicate that it excels in tasks like gaming, office productivity, and scientific calculations that rely on per-core performance. The Intel also wins Geekbench multi-core by 9.3%, which suggests that its architecture can still hold its own in some multi-threaded scenarios, but the AMD's overall multi-thread dominance is more pronounced.

Specification Differences

| Specification | Intel Core i3-13100F | AMD Ryzen 5 4500 |

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

| Cores | 4 | 6 |

| Threads | 8 | 12 |

| Base Clock | 3.40 GHz | 3.60 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 4.50 GHz | 4.10 GHz |

| TDP | 58 W | 65 W |

| Socket | Intel Socket 1700 | AMD Socket AM4 |

| Architecture | Raptor Lake | Zen 2 |

| Process Node | 10 nm | 7 nm |

| Foundry | Intel | TSMC |

| Die Size | 163 mm² | 156 mm² |

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

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

| L3 Cache (shared) | 12 MB | 8 MB |

| Memory Support | DDR4, DDR5 | DDR4 |

| Memory Bandwidth | Not specified | 51.2 GB/s |

| PCIe | Gen 5, 20 Lanes | Gen 3, 16 Lanes |

| Multiplier Unlocked | No | Yes |

| Release Date | 2023-01-03 | 2022-04-03 |