CPU Comparison

The Intel Core i3-10100 and AMD Ryzen Embedded R2514 are both 4-core, 8-thread desktop processors, but the benchmark data reveals a decisive performance split. The R2514 wins five of the six head-to-head tests, often by margins exceeding 50%, while the i3-10100 claims only a narrow single-core victory in Cinebench R15. The average benchmark scores are nearly identical, 1742 for the Intel versus 1730 for the AMD, but that aggregate hides the R2514’s dominance in multi-threaded and modern single-thread workloads.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The AMD Ryzen Embedded R2514 is the clear winner in multi-core performance. In Cinebench R15 multicore, the R2514 scores 603 against the i3-10100’s 258, a delta of -57.2% from Intel’s perspective. That pattern repeats across every multi-threaded test: Cinebench R20 multicore shows 2513 versus 1076, and Cinebench R23 multicore shows 5984 versus 2564. In each case, the AMD part leads by the same 57.2% margin, indicating a consistent architectural advantage rather than a workload-specific anomaly.

Single-core results are more nuanced. The i3-10100 wins Cinebench R15 single-core by a slim margin, scoring 88 versus the R2514’s 84, a 4.8% advantage for Intel. However, this is the only test the Intel processor wins. In Cinebench R20 single-core, the AMD part scores 354 against Intel’s 152, a 57.1% lead. Cinebench R23 single-core repeats that pattern with 844 versus 362, again a 57.1% delta. The data suggests the i3-10100’s older single-core test advantage is offset by the R2514’s much stronger performance in newer Cinebench versions.

The win count is lopsided: the R2514 takes 5 victories, the i3-10100 takes 1. The deltas are also asymmetric, Intel’s sole win is a 4.8% edge, while AMD’s wins range from 57.1% to 57.2%. This is not a close contest in raw benchmark outcomes, even though the average scores across all tests are nearly tied.

Architecture Differences

The two chips come from different process nodes and foundries. The Intel Core i3-10100 uses a 14 nm process from Intel’s own foundry, while the AMD Ryzen Embedded R2514 uses a 12 nm process from GlobalFoundries. The AMD part also discloses transistor count and die size: 4,940 million transistors on a 210 mm² die. The Intel part does not list those figures in the data.

Cache structures differ substantially. The i3-10100 has 64 KB of L1 cache per core, 256 KB of L2 per core, and 6 MB of shared L3. The R2514 has 96 KB of L1 per core, 512 KB of L2 per core, but only 4 MB of shared L3. So AMD allocates more cache per core at L1 and L2 levels, while Intel provides a larger shared L3 pool. Both support DDR4 memory with dual-channel buses and identical 42.7 GB/s memory bandwidth. The Intel chip does not support ECC memory; the AMD chip does.

The integrated graphics differ: Intel pairs the CPU with UHD Graphics 630, while AMD includes Radeon Vega 8. The AMD part is built on the Zen+ architecture (codename Picasso), while Intel uses Comet Lake. Both are classified as desktop market segments and both are currently active in production. The Intel chip uses Socket 1200, the AMD uses Socket FP5. The Intel processor has a base clock of 3.60 GHz and boost of 4.30 GHz; the AMD has a base of 2.10 GHz and boost of 3.70 GHz. Despite the lower clocks, the AMD part still dominates multi-core tests, pointing to efficiency gains from the newer process and Zen+ architecture.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD Ryzen Embedded R2514 wins in every multi-threaded scenario tested. For workloads that scale across cores, rendering, video encoding, compilation, or any parallel task, the R2514’s Cinebench R23 multicore score of 5984 is more than double the i3-10100’s 2564. The R2514 also wins in modern single-thread tests, as shown by its 844 in Cinebench R23 single-core versus Intel’s 362. That means even lightly threaded applications, such as web browsing or office productivity, would likely favor the AMD chip when using current software versions.

The Intel Core i3-10100’s only benchmark win is Cinebench R15 single-core, where it scores 88 versus 84. This is a narrow 4.8% margin and reflects an older workload. For legacy applications built around that era of software, the Intel chip holds a small edge in single-thread responsiveness. The i3-10100 also offers a larger L3 cache (6 MB versus 4 MB) and higher clock speeds (3.60 GHz base, 4.30 GHz boost), which may help in cache-sensitive tasks that do not heavily utilize multiple threads.

The AMD chip’s ECC memory support is a distinguishing feature for reliability-focused use cases, while the Intel chip lacks that capability. In terms of power, the R2514 has a 15 W TDP compared to the i3-10100’s 65 W, but the FACT PACK does not include any power consumption measurements, so the practical thermal impact is not quantified here. The R2514’s higher per-core cache (96 KB L1, 512 KB L2) likely contributes to its raw performance advantage, while Intel’s larger L3 may help in specific data-sharing workloads.

The Verdict

The data is unambiguous: the AMD Ryzen Embedded R2514 outperforms the Intel Core i3-10100 in the vast majority of benchmarks. The R2514 wins all multi-core tests by a consistent 57.2% margin and also wins the newer single-core tests (Cinebench R20 and R23) by 57.1%. The only Intel victory is a 4.8% edge in Cinebench R15 single-core, which is both narrow and tied to an older benchmark. For any user prioritizing raw compute performance in modern workloads, the R2514 is the clear choice.

That said, the i3-10100 is not without merit. Its higher clock speeds (4.30 GHz boost versus 3.70 GHz) and larger L3 cache (6 MB versus 4 MB) could benefit legacy single-threaded applications or specific cache-dependent tasks. Users with software that has not been updated in years might see slightly better responsiveness on the Intel chip. However, the benchmark evidence shows that even in single-thread tests, the R2514 pulls ahead in the newer Cinebench versions, so the Intel advantage is likely to shrink as software evolves.

The R2514’s ECC memory support adds a reliability dimension that the i3-10100 cannot match. For embedded or server-like workloads where data integrity is critical, that feature alone could tip the decision. The AMD chip also comes from a 12 nm process versus Intel’s 14 nm, which may explain its efficiency advantages, though the FACT PACK does not provide direct power measurements to confirm.

If the choice is strictly about benchmark scores, pick the AMD Ryzen Embedded R2514. It wins 5 out of 6 head-to-head tests, and its losses are negligible (a single 4.8% margin in an old test). The Intel Core i3-10100 only makes sense for users locked into legacy single-threaded performance or those who specifically require Intel’s UHD Graphics 630 over AMD’s Radeon Vega 8, but the performance data does not support choosing Intel on compute grounds.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has a higher average benchmark score?

A: The Intel Core i3-10100 has an average benchmark score of 1742, while the AMD Ryzen Embedded R2514 scores 1730. The difference is 12 points, or roughly 0.7%, which is negligible.

Q: How much faster is the AMD R2514 in multi-core Cinebench R23?

A: The R2514 scores 5984 in Cinebench R23 multicore, while the i3-10100 scores 2564. The AMD chip leads by 57.2% in that test.

Q: Does the Intel i3-10100 win any benchmark against the R2514?

A: Yes, the i3-10100 wins Cinebench R15 single-core with a score of 88 versus 84, a 4.8% advantage. That is its only win out of six head-to-head tests.

Q: What are the TDP differences between the two chips?

A: The Intel Core i3-10100 has a TDP of 65 W, while the AMD Ryzen Embedded R2514 has a TDP of 15 W. The FACT PACK does not include any measured power consumption data, so the real-world impact is not quantified here.

Q: Do both processors support ECC memory?

A: No. The AMD Ryzen Embedded R2514 supports ECC memory, while the Intel Core i3-10100 does not.

Q: What is the cache configuration difference?

A: The i3-10100 has 64 KB L1 and 256 KB L2 per core, with 6 MB shared L3. The R2514 has 96 KB L1 and 512 KB L2 per core, with 4 MB shared L3. The AMD chip has more per-core cache, while Intel has a larger shared L3 pool.

Specification Differences

| Specification | Intel Core i3-10100 | AMD Ryzen Embedded R2514 |

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

| Base Clock | 3.60 GHz | 2.10 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 4.30 GHz | 3.70 GHz |

| TDP | 65 W | 15 W |

| Socket | Intel Socket 1200 | AMD Socket FP5 |

| Architecture | Comet Lake | Zen+ (Picasso) |

| Process Node | 14 nm | 12 nm |

| Foundry | Intel | GlobalFoundries |

| Transistors | Not listed | 4,940 million |

| Die Size | Not listed | 210 mm² |

| L1 Cache | 64 KB (per core) | 96 KB (per core) |

| L2 Cache | 256 KB (per core) | 512 KB (per core) |

| L3 Cache | 6 MB (shared) | 4 MB (shared) |

| ECC Memory | No | Yes |

| Integrated Graphics | UHD Graphics 630 | Radeon Vega 8 |

| Release Date | 2020-04-29 | 2022-09-29 |

| Part Number | SRH3N | YE2514C4T4MFH,YE2514C4T4MFHA |

The two chips also share several specifications: both have 4 cores and 8 threads, both support DDR4 memory with dual-channel buses at 42.7 GB/s bandwidth, and both use PCIe Gen 3 with 16 lanes (CPU only). Neither has an unlocked multiplier, and both are classified as desktop market segments with active production status.