Ryzen 7 9800X3D vs i3-9100E

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Aggregate performance score

Core i3-9100E
2018
4 cores / 4 threads, 65 Watt
4.32
Ryzen 7 9800X3D
2024
8 cores / 16 threads, 120 Watt
25.28
+485%

Ryzen 7 9800X3D outperforms Core i3-9100E by a whopping 485% based on our aggregate benchmark results.

Primary details

Comparing Core i3-9100E and Ryzen 7 9800X3D processor market type (desktop or notebook), architecture, sales start time and price.

Place in the ranking1363203
Place by popularitynot in top-100not in top-100
Cost-effectiveness evaluationno data44.64
Market segmentDesktop processorDesktop processor
Power efficiency6.2919.94
Architecture codenameCoffee Lake (2017−2019)Granite Ridge (2024)
Release date1 September 2018 (6 years ago)7 November 2024 (less than a year ago)
Launch price (MSRP)no data$479

Cost-effectiveness evaluation

Performance per price, higher is better.

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Detailed specifications

Core i3-9100E and Ryzen 7 9800X3D basic parameters such as number of cores, number of threads, base frequency and turbo boost clock, lithography, cache size and multiplier lock state. These parameters indirectly say of CPU speed, though for more precise assessment you have to consider their test results.

Physical cores4 (Quad-Core)8 (Octa-Core)
Threads416
Base clock speed3.1 GHz4.7 GHz
Boost clock speed3.7 GHz5.2 GHz
L1 cache64K (per core)80 KB (per core)
L2 cache256K (per core)1 MB (per core)
L3 cache6 MB (shared)96 MB (shared)
Chip lithography14 nm4 nm
Die size126 mm270.6 mm2
Maximum case temperature (TCase)72 °Cno data
Number of transistorsno data8,315 million
64 bit support++
Windows 11 compatibility+no data
Unlocked multiplier-+

Compatibility

Information on Core i3-9100E and Ryzen 7 9800X3D compatibility with other computer components: motherboard (look for socket type), power supply unit (look for power consumption) etc. Useful when planning a future computer configuration or upgrading an existing one. Note that power consumption of some processors can well exceed their nominal TDP, even without overclocking. Some can even double their declared thermals given that the motherboard allows to tune the CPU power parameters.

Number of CPUs in a configuration11
Socket1151AM5
Power consumption (TDP)65 Watt120 Watt

Technologies and extensions

Technological solutions and additional instructions supported by Core i3-9100E and Ryzen 7 9800X3D. You'll probably need this information if you require some particular technology.

AES-NI++
AVX++
Enhanced SpeedStep (EIST)+no data
TSX+-
Precision Boost 2no data+

Security technologies

Core i3-9100E and Ryzen 7 9800X3D technologies aimed at improving security, for example, by protecting against hacks.

TXT+no data

Virtualization technologies

Virtual machine speed-up technologies supported by Core i3-9100E and Ryzen 7 9800X3D are enumerated here.

AMD-V-+
VT-d+no data
VT-x+no data

Memory specs

Types, maximum amount and channel quantity of RAM supported by Core i3-9100E and Ryzen 7 9800X3D. Depending on the motherboard, higher memory frequencies may be supported.

Supported memory typesDDR4-2400DDR5

Graphics specifications

General parameters of integrated GPUs, if any.

Integrated graphics card
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Intel UHD Graphics 630AMD Radeon Graphics

Peripherals

Specifications and connection of peripherals supported by Core i3-9100E and Ryzen 7 9800X3D.

PCIe version3.05.0
PCI Express lanes1624

Synthetic benchmark performance

Various benchmark results of the processors in comparison. Overall score is measured in points in 0-100 range, higher is better.


Combined synthetic benchmark score

This is our combined benchmark performance rating. We are regularly improving our combining algorithms, but if you find some perceived inconsistencies, feel free to speak up in comments section, we usually fix problems quickly.

i3-9100E 4.32
Ryzen 7 9800X3D 25.28
+485%

Passmark

Passmark CPU Mark is a widespread benchmark, consisting of 8 different types of workload, including integer and floating point math, extended instructions, compression, encryption and physics calculation. There is also one separate single-threaded scenario measuring single-core performance.

i3-9100E 6868
Ryzen 7 9800X3D 40163
+485%

Gaming performance

Pros & cons summary


Performance score 4.32 25.28
Integrated graphics card 3.09 1.98
Recency 1 September 2018 7 November 2024
Physical cores 4 8
Threads 4 16
Chip lithography 14 nm 4 nm
Power consumption (TDP) 65 Watt 120 Watt

i3-9100E has 56.1% faster integrated GPU, and 84.6% lower power consumption.

Ryzen 7 9800X3D, on the other hand, has a 485.2% higher aggregate performance score, an age advantage of 6 years, 100% more physical cores and 300% more threads, and a 250% more advanced lithography process.

The Ryzen 7 9800X3D is our recommended choice as it beats the Core i3-9100E in performance tests.


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