AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D vs Intel Core 3 201TE Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The database currently records no head-to-head benchmark entries for the AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D versus the Intel Core 3 201TE. This absence of direct comparison data is itself informative: the two processors occupy very different positions in the performance hierarchy, and the recorded measurements for the AMD part stand in stark contrast to the Intel part's lack of any benchmark scores.

The AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D carries an average benchmark score of 39,768 across its recorded tests, placing it at the 87th percentile among all CPUs in the database. Its nearest rivals include the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8840HS with an average score of 39,603 (a delta of 0.4%), the AMD Ryzen AI 9 365 at 40,048 (delta of -0.7%), the AMD Ryzen AI 7 450 at 39,485 (delta of 0.7%), and the AMD Ryzen 7 7700 at 40,081 (delta of -0.8%). These close margins indicate that the 9800X3D sits squarely in a competitive cluster of high-end processors, separated from its immediate peers by less than one percent in either direction.

The Intel Core 3 201TE, by contrast, has no recorded benchmark scores, an average benchmark score of 0, and a percentile ranking of 50. The database shows no nearest rivals for this part, meaning there is no comparative data to anchor its performance. The recorded figures from the AMD side, however, offer a clear picture of what the 9800X3D delivers: a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 23,230 and a single-core score of 2,080, a Geekbench multi-core score of 18,696 and a single-core score of 2,964, and a 3DMark 16-thread score of 10,081.

The 9800X3D's multi-threaded results are particularly strong. Its 3DMark max-thread score of 10,067 nearly matches its 16-thread score of 10,081, indicating that the processor scales efficiently across its eight cores and sixteen threads. The 3DMark 8-thread score of 8,252 and 4-thread score of 4,669 show a consistent progression, while the 2-thread score of 2,394 and single-thread score of 1,212 round out the scaling curve. PassMark results reinforce this pattern: multithread score of 40,009, integer math at 116,709, floating point math at 79,456, and extended instructions at 38,808.

Single-thread performance on the 9800X3D is also robust. The PassMark single-thread score of 4,430, Cinebench R23 single-core at 2,080, and Geekbench single-core at 2,964 all indicate a processor that handles lightly threaded workloads with ease. The 3DMark 2-thread score of 2,394 suggests that even two threads extract substantial performance, and the single-thread score of 1,212 confirms solid per-core efficiency.

The Intel Core 3 201TE's lack of recorded benchmarks means the database cannot quantify its performance relative to the 9800X3D. The percentile gap is stark: 87 for the AMD part versus 50 for the Intel part. This difference alone suggests that the 9800X3D ranks among the upper tier of all CPUs, while the Core 3 201TE sits near the median of the database's distribution. The absence of head-to-head results, combined with the massive difference in average scores (39,768 versus 0), leaves the performance comparison defined by the AMD part's recorded strengths rather than any direct contest.

FAQ

Q: What is the average benchmark score for the AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D?

A: The database records an average benchmark score of 39,768 for the AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D, placing it at the 87th percentile among all CPUs.

Q: Does the Intel Core 3 201TE have any recorded benchmark scores?

A: No, the Intel Core 3 201TE has an empty benchmark list and an average benchmark score of 0. Its percentile ranking is 50.

Q: What are the closest rivals to the AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D in the database?

A: The nearest rivals are the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8840HS with an average score of 39,603 (delta 0.4%), the AMD Ryzen AI 9 365 at 40,048 (delta -0.7%), the AMD Ryzen AI 7 450 at 39,485 (delta 0.7%), and the AMD Ryzen 7 7700 at 40,081 (delta -0.8%).

Q: How many cores and threads does each processor have?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D has 8 cores and 16 threads, while the Intel Core 3 201TE has 4 cores and 8 threads.

Q: What is the boost clock speed for each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D has a boost clock of 5.20 GHz, and the Intel Core 3 201TE has a boost clock of 4.60 GHz.

Q: What memory types do the two processors support?

A: The AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D supports DDR5 memory only, while the Intel Core 3 201TE supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory.

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D uses the Zen 5 architecture under the Granite Ridge codename, part of the 9000 series. It is built on a 4 nm process node at TSMC, with 8,315 million transistors on a 70.6 mm² die. The processor features 8 cores and 16 threads, with a base clock of 4.70 GHz and a boost clock of 5.20 GHz. Its cache layout includes 80 KB of L1 per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and 96 MB of shared L3 cache. Memory support is limited to DDR5, delivered through a dual-channel bus with a bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s. The CPU provides 24 PCIe Gen 5 lanes and includes integrated Radeon Graphics. The socket is AMD Socket AM5, and the multiplier is unlocked.

The Intel Core 3 201TE belongs to the Bartlett Lake codename within the Core 3 generation. It is built on a 10 nm process node at Intel, with a die size of 163 mm². The processor has 4 cores and 8 threads, with a base clock of 2.90 GHz and a boost clock of 4.60 GHz. Its cache includes 80 KB of L1 per core, 1.25 MB of L2 per core, and 12 MB of shared L3 cache. Memory support covers both DDR4 and DDR5 through a dual-channel bus with a bandwidth of 76.8 GB/s. The CPU provides 16 PCIe Gen 5 lanes and includes UHD Graphics 730. The socket is Intel Socket 1700, and the multiplier is locked.

The architectural gap between these two parts is significant. The 9800X3D uses a smaller 4 nm process compared to the 10 nm node on the Core 3 201TE, and the AMD part has double the cores and threads. The L3 cache difference is particularly pronounced: 96 MB on the AMD side versus 12 MB on the Intel side, an eightfold advantage. The AMD processor also supports a higher memory bandwidth (89.6 GB/s versus 76.8 GB/s) and more PCIe lanes (24 versus 16). The Intel part, however, supports both DDR4 and DDR5, offering broader memory compatibility, and its larger die size of 163 mm² contrasts with the AMD's 70.6 mm².

Both processors support ECC memory and are marked as Active in production status. The 9800X3D was released on November 6, 2024, while the Core 3 201TE followed on January 12, 2025. The AMD part has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking, while the Intel part is locked. The integrated graphics differ as well: Radeon Graphics on the AMD side versus UHD Graphics 730 on the Intel side.

The Verdict

The database presents a clear performance hierarchy. The AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D ranks at the 87th percentile among all CPUs with an average benchmark score of 39,768, while the Intel Core 3 201TE sits at the 50th percentile with no recorded scores. The 9800X3D's nearest rivals are all within one percent of its average score, indicating that it competes at a level far above the Intel part's expected position.

For workloads that benefit from multi-threading, the 9800X3D's 8 cores and 16 threads, combined with its 96 MB of L3 cache, deliver recorded scores such as 23,230 in Cinebench R23 multi-core and 40,009 in PassMark multithread. The Intel Core 3 201TE, with 4 cores and 8 threads and a 12 MB L3 cache, offers no recorded data to suggest comparable throughput. The AMD part also leads in single-thread performance, with a PassMark single-thread score of 4,430 and a Geekbench single-core score of 2,964.

The Intel Core 3 201TE does bring certain advantages from its specification sheet. It supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory, which provides flexibility for system builders with existing DDR4 modules. Its 45 W TDP is substantially lower than the 120 W TDP of the 9800X3D, and its smaller 4-core design may fit power-constrained desktop configurations. Its launch MSRP of $134 is far lower than the $479 launch MSRP of the AMD part, though pricing is not a factor in performance analysis.

The data shows that the 9800X3D is designed for high-end desktop computing, with benchmark results that place it among the top tier of CPUs. The Core 3 201TE, with no recorded benchmarks and a 50th percentile ranking, appears positioned for entry-level or efficiency-focused desktop builds. The choice between them depends on whether the workload demands the multi-core and cache advantages of the AMD part or the lower power envelope and memory flexibility of the Intel part.

Specification Differences

| Specification | AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D | Intel Core 3 201TE |

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

| Cores | 8 | 4 |

| Threads | 16 | 8 |

| Base Clock | 4.70 GHz | 2.90 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 5.20 GHz | 4.60 GHz |

| TDP | 120 W | 45 W |

| Socket | AMD Socket AM5 | Intel Socket 1700 |

| Codename | Granite Ridge | Bartlett Lake |

| Process Node | 4 nm | 10 nm |

| Foundry | TSMC | Intel |

| Die Size | 70.6 mm² | 163 mm² |

| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core) | 1.25 MB (per core) |

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

| Memory Support | DDR5 | DDR4, DDR5 |

| Memory Bandwidth | 89.6 GB/s | 76.8 GB/s |

| PCIe | Gen 5, 24 Lanes (CPU only) | Gen 5, 16 Lanes (CPU only) |

| Integrated Graphics | Radeon Graphics | UHD Graphics 730 |

| Multiplier Unlocked | Yes | No |

| Launch MSRP | $479 | $134 |

| Release Date | 2024-11-06 | 2025-01-12 |