AMD EPYC Embedded 3255 vs AMD Ryzen 3 4100
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AMD EPYC Embedded 3255 or AMD EPYC Embedded 3255 – which processor offers superior performance? In this comparison, we examine disparities and assess which of these two CPUs outperforms the other. We delve into technical specifications and benchmark outcomes.
The AMD EPYC Embedded 3255 features 8 processor cores and has the capability to manage 16 threads concurrently. It was released in Q1/2018 and belongs to the 1 generation of the AMD EPYC series. To use the AMD EPYC Embedded 3255, you'll need a motherboard with a SP4r2 socket. The AMD Ryzen 3 4100 features 4 processor cores and has the capability to manage 8 threads concurrently. It was released in Q2/2022 and belongs to the 3 generation of the AMD Ryzen 3 series. To use the AMD Ryzen 3 4100, you'll need a motherboard with a AM4 (PGA 1331) socket. |
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| 1 | Generation | 3 |
| AMD EPYC | Family | AMD Ryzen 3 |
| AMD EPYC Embedded 3000 | Group | AMD Ryzen 4000G |
| AMD EPYC Embedded 3255 | Name | AMD Ryzen 3 4100 |
| Desktop / Server | Segment | Desktop / Server |
CPU Cores and Base Frequency |
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The AMD EPYC Embedded 3255 has 8 CPU cores and can calculate 16 threads in parallel.
The clock frequency of the AMD EPYC Embedded 3255 is 2.5 GHz and turbo frequency for one core is 3.1 GHz. The number of CPU cores greatly affects the speed of the processor and is an important performance indicator. The AMD Ryzen 3 4100 has 4 CPU cores and can calculate 8 threads in parallel. The clock frequency of the AMD Ryzen 3 4100 is 3.8 GHz and turbo frequency for one core is 4.0 GHz. |
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| 8 | CPU Cores | 4 |
| 16 | Threads | 8 |
| 3.1 GHz | Turbo Frequency (1 core) | 4.0 GHz |
| 2.5 GHz | Frequency | 3.8 GHz |
| 8x | Cores | 4x Zen 2 |
| normal | Core architecture | normal |
| Yes | Overclocking | Yes |
| Yes | Hyperthreading | Yes |
Internal Graphics |
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The AMD EPYC Embedded 3255 does not have integrated graphics.
The AMD Ryzen 3 4100 does not have integrated graphics. |
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| 0 bytes | Max. GPU Memory | 0 bytes |
| -- | Direct X | -- |
Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning |
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| -- | AI specifications | -- |
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Hardware codec support |
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A photo or video codec that is accelerated in hardware can greatly accelerate the working speed of a processor and extend the battery life of notebooks or smartphones when playing videos.
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| -- | h265 / HEVC (10 bit) | -- |
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| -- | h265 / HEVC (8 bit) | -- |
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| -- | VC-1 | -- |
Memory & PCIe |
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The processor supports a maximum memory capacity of 512.0 GB distributed across 2 memory channels. It offers a peak memory bandwidth of 42.6 GB/s. Both the type and quantity of memory can have a substantial impact on the overall system performance.
The processor supports a maximum memory capacity of 32.0 GB distributed across 2 memory channels. It offers a peak memory bandwidth of 51.2 GB/s. Both the type and quantity of memory can have a substantial impact on the overall system performance. |
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| 2 | Memory channels | 2 |
| 512.0 GB | Max. Memory | 32.0 GB |
| DDR4-2666 | Memory type | DDR4-3200 |
| Yes | AES-NI | Yes |
| 42.6 GB/s | Bandwidth | 51.2 GB/s |
| Yes | ECC | Yes |
| pci | PCIe | pci |
Thermal Management |
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The processor has a thermal design power (TDP) of 55 W watts.
TDP indicates the cooling solution needed to effectively manage the processor's heat. It generally provides an approximate indication of the actual power consumption of the CPU itself. The processor has a thermal design power (TDP) of 65 W watts. |
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| 55 W | TDP (PL1 / PBP) | 65 W |
| 105 °C | Tjunction max | 100 °C |
| 25 W | TDP down | 45 W |
Technical details |
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The AMD EPYC Embedded 3255 is manufactured using a 14 nm process.
A smaller manufacturing process indicates a more contemporary and energy-efficient CPU. In total, this processor boasts a generous 16.0 MB cache. A substantial cache can significantly enhance the processor's performance, particularly in scenarios like gaming. The AMD Ryzen 3 4100 is manufactured using a 7 nm process. In total, this processor boasts a generous 4.0 MB cache. |
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| Q1/2018 | Release date | Q2/2022 |
| Snowy Owl (Zen) | Architecture | Renoir (Zen 2) |
| Technical data sheet | Documents | Technical data sheet |
| AMD-V, SVM | Virtualization | AMD-V, SVM |
| Chiplet | Chip design | Chiplet |
| 16.0 MB | L3-Cache | 4.0 MB |
| SSE4a, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, FMA3, AVX2 | ISA extensions | SSE4a, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, FMA3, AVX2 |
| 14 nm | Technology | 7 nm |
| SP4r2 | Socket | AM4 (PGA 1331) |
| x86-64 (64 bit) | Instruction set (ISA) | x86-64 (64 bit) |
| -- | Part Number | -- |
| -- | Release price | 99 $ |
| Windows 10, Linux | Operating systems | Windows 10, Linux, Windows 11 |
| 4.0 MB | L2-Cache | 2.0 MB |
Estimated results for PassMark CPU Mark
Geekbench 6 (Multi-Core)
Geekbench 5, 64bit (Multi-Core)
V-Ray CPU-Render Benchmark
Geekbench 6 (Single-Core)
Geekbench 5, 64bit (Single-Core)
Cinebench R20 (Single-Core)
