Core i3-1315U vs Ryzen 3 4100

PassMark CPU Mark evaluates processor speed through complex mathematical computations. It provides a reliable metric to compare multi-core performance, where higher scores indicate faster processing for multitasking, gaming, and heavy workloads.

Head-to-Head Verdict, Benchmarks, Value & Long-Term Outlook

This comparison brings together gaming FPS, productivity performance, platform differences, power efficiency, pricing context, and upgrade path so you can see which CPU actually makes more sense.

Core i3-1315U

2023

Why buy it

✅+24.9% larger total L3 cache (10 MB vs 8 MB).
✅Draws 15W instead of 65W, a 50W reduction.
✅Newer platform on FCBGA1744 with DDR5 support instead of AM4 and DDR4.

Trade-offs

❌Fewer obvious downsides in this matchup outside of normal market pricing swings.

Ryzen 3 4100

2022

Why buy it

Trade-offs

❌Lower PassMark (11,062 vs 11,248).
❌Smaller total L3 cache (8 MB vs 10 MB).
❌Launch MSRP is still $99 MSRP, while Core i3-1315U mostly shows up through inconsistent older-market listings.
❌333.3% higher power demand at 65W vs 15W.
❌Older platform position on AM4 with DDR4, while Core i3-1315U moves to FCBGA1744 and DDR5.

Core i3-1315U

2023

Ryzen 3 4100

2022

Why buy it

✅+24.9% larger total L3 cache (10 MB vs 8 MB).
✅Draws 15W instead of 65W, a 50W reduction.
✅Newer platform on FCBGA1744 with DDR5 support instead of AM4 and DDR4.

Why buy it

Trade-offs

❌Fewer obvious downsides in this matchup outside of normal market pricing swings.

Trade-offs

❌Lower PassMark (11,062 vs 11,248).
❌Smaller total L3 cache (8 MB vs 10 MB).
❌Launch MSRP is still $99 MSRP, while Core i3-1315U mostly shows up through inconsistent older-market listings.
❌333.3% higher power demand at 65W vs 15W.
❌Older platform position on AM4 with DDR4, while Core i3-1315U moves to FCBGA1744 and DDR5.

Quick Answers

So, is Core i3-1315U better than Ryzen 3 4100?

Yes. Core i3-1315U is the better overall CPU here. You are getting a 2.3% average FPS lead across 3 shared CPU game tests in our data, 1.7% better PassMark, and the stronger long-term platform, which makes it the stronger all-around choice.

Which one is better for gaming?

If gaming is the priority, Core i3-1315U is the better pick here. According to our tests, it delivers 2.3% more average FPS across 3 shared CPU game tests.

Which one is better for streaming, content creation, and heavy multitasking?

For streaming, content creation, and heavier multitasking, Core i3-1315U is the better fit. You are getting 1.7% better PassMark, backed by 6 cores and 8 threads. It also carries the larger cache pool with 24.9% larger total L3 cache (10 MB vs 8 MB).

Which one is the smarter buy today, not just the cheaper CPU?

Core i3-1315U is still the faster CPU overall, but Ryzen 3 4100 makes more sense if price matters more than absolute performance. Core i3-1315U is at an unclear MSRP at unclear MSRP versus $99 MSRP, and it gives you a 2.3% average FPS lead across 3 shared CPU game tests in our data. Ryzen 3 4100 is also 100.0% better value on MSRP (111.7 vs 0.0 PassMark/$), which is why it is easier to justify for price-conscious builds on paper.

Which one is more future-proof for 2026 and beyond?

Core i3-1315U is the more future-proof choice for 2026 and beyond. You are getting a newer CPU generation (2023 vs 2022), a healthier platform with FCBGA1744 and DDR5 instead of AM4, 24.9% larger total L3 cache (10 MB vs 8 MB), and more multi-core headroom with 6 cores / 8 threads instead of 4/8. That should give you a better long-term upgrade path for motherboard, RAM, and future CPU swaps.

Games Benchmarks

Paired with RTX 4090

To accurately isolate CPU performance, all benchmarks below use an NVIDIA RTX 4090 as the reference GPU. This eliminates GPU-side bottlenecks and highlights pure processing throughput differences between the CPUs.

Note: Real-world results may vary based on your actual GPU. CPU performance impact is more visible in processing-intensive titles and high-refresh-rate gaming scenarios.

Core i3-1315U Benchmark Check

Ryzen 3 4100 Benchmark Check

Path of Exile 2

Preset	Core i3-1315U	Ryzen 3 4100
1080p
low	184 FPS	182 FPS
medium	151 FPS	145 FPS
high	124 FPS	118 FPS
ultra	103 FPS	89 FPS
1440p
low	150 FPS	155 FPS
medium	119 FPS	122 FPS
high	98 FPS	97 FPS
ultra	80 FPS	74 FPS
4K
low	84 FPS	69 FPS
medium	72 FPS	58 FPS
high	58 FPS	46 FPS
ultra	45 FPS	36 FPS

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Path of Exile 2

Path of Exile 2

Counter-Strike 2

Preset	Core i3-1315U	Ryzen 3 4100
1080p
low	195 FPS	277 FPS
medium	162 FPS	235 FPS
high	147 FPS	204 FPS
ultra	127 FPS	157 FPS
1440p
low	167 FPS	235 FPS
medium	141 FPS	203 FPS
high	132 FPS	177 FPS
ultra	113 FPS	142 FPS
4K
low	135 FPS	181 FPS
medium	118 FPS	164 FPS
high	110 FPS	132 FPS
ultra	95 FPS	100 FPS

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Counter-Strike 2

Counter-Strike 2

League of Legends

Preset	Core i3-1315U	Ryzen 3 4100
1080p
low	281 FPS	277 FPS
medium	281 FPS	277 FPS
high	281 FPS	277 FPS
ultra	281 FPS	277 FPS
1440p
low	281 FPS	277 FPS
medium	281 FPS	277 FPS
high	281 FPS	277 FPS
ultra	281 FPS	277 FPS
4K
low	281 FPS	277 FPS
medium	281 FPS	277 FPS
high	281 FPS	277 FPS
ultra	258 FPS	247 FPS

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League of Legends

League of Legends

Valorant

Preset	Core i3-1315U	Ryzen 3 4100
1080p
low	281 FPS	277 FPS
medium	281 FPS	277 FPS
high	281 FPS	277 FPS
ultra	281 FPS	277 FPS
1440p
low	281 FPS	277 FPS
medium	281 FPS	277 FPS
high	281 FPS	277 FPS
ultra	281 FPS	277 FPS
4K
low	281 FPS	277 FPS
medium	281 FPS	277 FPS
high	281 FPS	277 FPS
ultra	281 FPS	277 FPS

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Valorant

Valorant

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core i3-1315U and Ryzen 3 4100

Core i3-1315U

The Core i3-1315U is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 4 January 2023 (2 years ago). It is based on the Raptor Lake-U (2023) architecture. It features 6 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 1.2 GHz, with boost up to 4.5 GHz. L3 cache: 10 MB (total). L2 cache: 1.25 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1744. Thermal design power (TDP): 15 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-5200, DDR4-3200, LPDDR4x-4267. Passmark benchmark score: 11,248 points. Launch price was $309.

Ryzen 3 4100

The Ryzen 3 4100 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 4 April 2022 (3 years ago). It is based on the Renoir (2020−2023) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.8 GHz, with boost up to 4 GHz. L3 cache: 8.00391 MB (total). L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 7 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 11,062 points. Launch price was $149.

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Processing Power

The Core i3-1315U packs 6 cores / 8 threads, while the Ryzen 3 4100 offers 4 cores / 8 threads — the Core i3-1315U has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.5 GHz on the Core i3-1315U versus 4 GHz on the Ryzen 3 4100 — a 11.8% clock advantage for the Core i3-1315U (base: 1.2 GHz vs 3.8 GHz). The Core i3-1315U uses the Raptor Lake-U (2023) architecture (Intel 7 nm), while the Ryzen 3 4100 uses Renoir (2020−2023) (7 nm). In PassMark, the Core i3-1315U scores 11,248 against the Ryzen 3 4100's 11,062 — a 1.7% lead for the Core i3-1315U. L3 cache: 10 MB (total) on the Core i3-1315U vs 8.00391 MB (total) on the Ryzen 3 4100.

Feature	Core i3-1315U	Ryzen 3 4100
Cores / Threads	6 / 8+50%	4 / 8
Boost Clock	4.5 GHz+13%	4 GHz
Base Clock	1.2 GHz	3.8 GHz+217%
L3 Cache	10 MB (total)+25%	8.00391 MB (total)
L2 Cache	1.25 MB (per core)+150%	512K (per core)
Process	Intel 7 nm	7 nm
Architecture	Raptor Lake-U (2023)	Renoir (2020−2023)
PassMark	11,248+2%	11,062

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Memory & Platform

The Core i3-1315U uses the FCBGA1744 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the Ryzen 3 4100 uses AM4 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.