AMD Ryzen 7 7700X3D vs Intel Core 3 100HL Comparison

FAQ

Q: What are the core and thread counts for the AMD Ryzen 7 7700X3D and the Intel Core 3 100HL?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 7700X3D has 8 cores and 16 threads. The Intel Core 3 100HL also has 8 cores but only 12 threads.

Q: Which processor has a higher boost clock?

A: The Intel Core 3 100HL boosts to 4.60 GHz, which is higher than the AMD Ryzen 7 7700X3D's boost clock of 4.50 GHz.

Q: How do their cache configurations differ?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 7700X3D has a 96 MB shared L3 cache, while the Intel Core 3 100HL has a 12 MB shared L3 cache. The AMD also has 64 KB of L1 per core and 1 MB of L2 per core, whereas the Intel has 80 KB of L1 per core and 2 MB of L2 per core.

Q: What memory types are supported?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 7700X3D supports DDR5 memory only. The Intel Core 3 100HL supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory.

Q: What is the manufacturing process for each chip?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 7700X3D uses a 5 nm process from TSMC. The Intel Core 3 100HL uses a 10 nm process from Intel.

Q: What is the TDP of each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 7700X3D has a TDP of 120 watts. The Intel Core 3 100HL has a TDP of 45 watts.

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen 7 7700X3D belongs to the 7000 series and uses the Raphael codename, built on Zen 4 architecture. It is manufactured on a 5 nm process by TSMC, with 11,270 million transistors and a die size of 71 mm². The Intel Core 3 100HL uses Raptor Lake architecture with the Raptor Lake-PS codename, built on a 10 nm process by Intel. Process node differences are substantial, with AMD using the smaller 5 nm node versus Intel's 10 nm node.

The AMD chip uses AMD Socket AM5, while the Intel chip uses Intel Socket 1700. Both processors have 8 cores, but the AMD chip supports 16 threads through simultaneous multithreading, while the Intel chip supports 12 threads. The AMD chip's cache hierarchy relies on a large 96 MB shared L3 cache, a defining feature of the X3D line. The Intel chip has a much smaller 12 MB shared L3 cache but provides more L1 and L2 per core: 80 KB and 2 MB per core respectively, compared to AMD's 64 KB and 1 MB per core.

Memory support differs clearly. The AMD processor supports DDR5 only, with dual-channel memory and a measured bandwidth of 83.2 GB/s, and it includes ECC memory support. The Intel processor supports both DDR4 and DDR5 in dual-channel mode but does not support ECC memory. PCIe capabilities also differ: the AMD chip offers Gen 5 with 24 lanes (CPU only), while the Intel chip offers Gen 4 with 8 lanes (CPU only).

Integrated graphics differ as well. The AMD Ryzen 7 7700X3D includes Radeon Graphics, while the Intel Core 3 100HL includes Iris Xe Graphics 48EU. The AMD processor has a locked multiplier, and so does the Intel chip. The AMD chip's release date is recorded as 2026-05-30, while the Intel chip's release date is 2024-04-07. The AMD chip has a launch MSRP of $329; no launch MSRP is recorded for the Intel chip.

The Verdict

The data indicates a clear performance hierarchy. The Intel Core 3 100HL has recorded benchmark scores across Cinebench and Passmark suites, with an average benchmark score of 23,545 and a percentile ranking of 76 among all CPUs. The AMD Ryzen 7 7700X3D, by contrast, has no recorded benchmark scores in the database, an average benchmark score of 0, and a percentile ranking of 50. The absence of recorded measurements for the AMD chip means the Intel chip is the only one with verified performance data in this comparison.

The Intel Core 3 100HL's nearest rivals in the database include the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 8540U with an average score of 23,709 and a delta of -0.7%, the Intel Core i5-11500 with an average score of 23,718 and a delta of -0.7%, the Intel Core Ultra 7 266V with an average score of 23,297 and a delta of 1.1%, and the AMD Ryzen 7 5800H with an average score of 23,277 and a delta of 1.2%. This places the Intel Core 3 100HL in a competitive band where its performance is within roughly one percentage point of those established processors.

For users relying on recorded benchmark data, the Intel Core 3 100HL is the only option with measurable performance. The AMD Ryzen 7 7700X3D offers architectural advantages on paper, including a larger L3 cache, a smaller process node, more threads, and higher memory bandwidth, but no benchmark numbers are available to confirm real-world impact. The verdict from the database is straightforward: the Intel chip has demonstrated performance, while the AMD chip's performance remains unquantified.

Specification Differences

| Specification | AMD Ryzen 7 7700X3D | Intel Core 3 100HL |

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

| Cores | 8 | 8 |

| Threads | 16 | 12 |

| Base Clock | 4.00 GHz | 2.10 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 4.50 GHz | 4.60 GHz |

| TDP | 120 W | 45 W |

| Socket | AMD Socket AM5 | Intel Socket 1700 |

| Codename | Raphael | Raptor Lake-PS |

| Process Node | 5 nm | 10 nm |

| Foundry | TSMC | Intel |

| Transistors | 11,270 million | Not recorded |

| Die Size | 71 mm² | Not recorded |

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

| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core) | 2 MB (per core) |

| L3 Cache | 96 MB (shared) | 12 MB (shared) |

| Memory Support | DDR5 | DDR4, DDR5 |

| Memory Bandwidth | 83.2 GB/s | Not recorded |

| ECC Memory | Yes | No |

| PCIe | Gen 5, 24 Lanes (CPU only) | Gen 4, 8 Lanes (CPU only) |

| Integrated Graphics | Radeon Graphics | Iris Xe Graphics 48EU |

| Market Segment | Desktop | Desktop |

| Production Status | Active | Active |

| Release Date | 2026-05-30 | 2024-04-07 |

| Launch MSRP | $329 | Not recorded |

| Multiplier Unlocked | No | No |

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The database contains no direct head-to-head benchmark entries between the AMD Ryzen 7 7700X3D and the Intel Core 3 100HL. The only recorded benchmark scores belong to the Intel Core 3 100HL. For the Cinebench suite, the Intel chip scores 1,506 in Cinebench R15 multi-core and 212 in single-core. In Cinebench R20, it scores 6,278 multi-core and 886 single-core. In Cinebench R23, it scores 14,948 multi-core and 2,110 single-core. These results show a multi-core advantage that scales from the R15 to R23 versions, with single-core scores remaining modest relative to the multi-core figures.

Passmark results for the Intel Core 3 100HL provide a broader view. The multi-thread score is 17,586, and the single-thread score is 3,735. Integer math scores 56,308, floating point math scores 42,108, and extended instructions score 12,463. Data compression scores 202,225, while data encryption scores 11,964. Random string sorting scores 23,223, physics scores 928, and find prime numbers scores 48. The data compression result is the highest Passmark subtest score, indicating strong throughput in compression workloads. The find prime numbers score of 48 is the lowest, showing a relative weakness in that specific operation.

Since the AMD Ryzen 7 7700X3D has no recorded benchmarks, there are no wins to attribute to it in this comparison. The Intel Core 3 100HL holds all recorded benchmark wins by default. The nearest rival data for the Intel chip provides context: it sits 0.7% behind the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 8540U and Intel Core i5-11500, and 1.1% ahead of the Intel Core Ultra 7 266V and 1.2% ahead of the AMD Ryzen 7 5800H. These deltas are narrow, showing that the Intel Core 3 100HL performs in a tight competitive cluster.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core 3 100HL wins in every measured benchmark category because it is the only processor in this comparison with recorded data. Its Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 14,948 and Passmark multi-thread score of 17,586 indicate strong multi-threaded capability. The single-thread score of 3,735 in Passmark and 2,110 in Cinebench R23 show competitive single-thread performance as well. The chip's high data compression score of 202,225 suggests particular strength in compression tasks, while the floating point math score of 42,108 and integer math score of 56,308 indicate solid general compute performance.

The AMD Ryzen 7 7700X3D cannot be assigned wins from benchmark data, but its specification sheet points to areas where it may hold advantages. The 96 MB shared L3 cache is far larger than the Intel chip's 12 MB, which historically benefits cache-sensitive workloads. The 83.2 GB/s memory bandwidth and DDR5-only support give it a theoretical memory throughput edge. The 5 nm process node from TSMC, with 11,270 million transistors on a 71 mm² die, indicates a denser, more modern design than the Intel chip's 10 nm node. The higher base clock of 4.00 GHz versus 2.10 GHz suggests stronger sustained frequency potential, though the Intel chip's 4.60 GHz boost clock is higher.

The Intel Core 3 100HL wins on power efficiency metrics, with a 45 W TDP versus the AMD chip's 120 W TDP. The Intel chip also supports both DDR4 and DDR5, offering memory flexibility that the AMD chip lacks. The Intel chip's Iris Xe Graphics 48EU provides integrated graphics, as does the AMD chip's Radeon Graphics, so both cover basic display needs. The AMD chip wins on PCIe capabilities with Gen 5 and 24 lanes versus the Intel chip's Gen 4 and 8 lanes, and it supports ECC memory while the Intel chip does not.

For users who prioritize recorded performance, the Intel Core 3 100HL is the proven choice. For users who value architectural features such as large cache, high memory bandwidth, and modern process technology, the AMD Ryzen 7 7700X3D presents a compelling specification sheet, but its lack of benchmark data leaves its real-world performance unverified in the database.