Intel Core i3-3115C vs AMD Ryzen 3 2200G

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Intel Core i3-3115C or Intel Core i3-3115C – 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 Intel Core i3-3115C features 2 processor cores and has the capability to manage 4 threads concurrently.
It was released in Q3/2013 and belongs to the 3 generation of the Intel Core i3 series.
To use the Intel Core i3-3115C, you'll need a motherboard with a BGA 1284 socket.
The AMD Ryzen 3 2200G features 4 processor cores and has the capability to manage 4 threads concurrently.
It was released in Q1/2018 and belongs to the 1 generation of the AMD Ryzen 3 series.
To use the AMD Ryzen 3 2200G, you'll need a motherboard with a AM4 (PGA 1331) socket.
3 Generation 1
Intel Core i3-3115C Name AMD Ryzen 3 2200G
Intel Core i 3000M Group AMD Ryzen 2000G
Mobile Segment Desktop / Server
Intel Core i3 Family AMD Ryzen 3
 
 

CPU Cores and Base Frequency

The Intel Core i3-3115C has 2 CPU cores and can calculate 4 threads in parallel.
The clock frequency of the Intel Core i3-3115C is 2.5 GHz
The AMD Ryzen 3 2200G has 4 CPU cores and can calculate 4 threads in parallel.
The clock frequency of the AMD Ryzen 3 2200G is 3.5 GHz
and turbo frequency for one core is 3.7 GHz.
2.5 GHz Frequency 3.5 GHz
2x Cores 4x
None None 3.7 GHz
No Overclocking Yes
normal Core architecture normal
Yes Hyperthreading No
2 CPU Cores 4
None None 3.65 GHz
4 Threads 4
 
 

Internal Graphics

The Intel Core i3-3115C does not have integrated graphics.
The AMD Ryzen 3 2200G has integrated graphics, called iGPU for short.
Specifically, the AMD Ryzen 3 2200G uses the AMD Radeon Vega 8 Graphics, which has 512 texture shaders
and 8 execution units.
The iGPU uses the system's main memory as graphics memory and sits on the processor's die.
-- Shaders 512
-- Execution units 8
-- Direct X 12
-- Technology 14 nm
0 bytes Max. GPU Memory 2.0 GB
-- Generation 8
-- GPU (Turbo) --
GPU name AMD Radeon Vega 8 Graphics
-- GPU frequency 1.1 GHz
-- Max. displays --
-- Release date Q1/2018
 
 

Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning

-- AI specifications --
-- AI hardware --
 
 

Hardware codec support

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.
-- AV1 No
-- h265 / HEVC (10 bit) Decode / Encode
-- h265 / HEVC (8 bit) Decode / Encode
-- h264 Decode / Encode
-- VP9 Decode / Encode
-- VC-1 Decode
-- AVC Decode / Encode
-- JPEG Decode / Encode
-- VP8 Decode / Encode
 
 

Memory & PCIe

The processor supports a maximum memory capacity of 32.0 GB distributed across 2 memory channels. It offers a peak memory bandwidth of 21.3 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 64.0 GB distributed across 2 memory channels. It offers a peak memory bandwidth of 46.9 GB/s. Both the type and quantity of memory can have a substantial impact on the overall system performance.
DDR3-1333 Memory type DDR4-2933
Yes AES-NI Yes
No ECC No
21.3 GB/s Bandwidth 46.9 GB/s
2 Memory channels 2
pci PCIe pci
32.0 GB Max. Memory 64.0 GB
 
 

Thermal Management

The processor has a thermal design power (TDP) of 25 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.
100 °C Tjunction max 95 °C
25 W TDP (PL1 / PBP) 65 W
None TDP down 46 W
 
 

Technical details

The Intel Core i3-3115C is manufactured using a 22 nm process.
A smaller manufacturing process indicates a more contemporary and energy-efficient CPU.
In total, this processor boasts a generous 4.0 MB cache.
A substantial cache can significantly enhance the processor's performance, particularly in scenarios like gaming.
The AMD Ryzen 3 2200G is manufactured using a 14 nm process.
SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX ISA extensions SSE4a, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, FMA3, AVX2
Monolithic Chip design Chiplet
0 bytes L2-Cache 2.0 MB
x86-64 (64 bit) Instruction set (ISA) x86-64 (64 bit)
VT-x, VT-x EPT Virtualization AMD-V, SVM
Ivy Bridge H Architecture Raven Ridge (Zen)
-- Release price 95 $
-- Part Number --
4.0 MB L3-Cache 4.0 MB
Windows 10, Linux Operating systems Windows 10, Linux
Technical data sheet Documents Technical data sheet
22 nm Technology 14 nm
BGA 1284 Socket AM4 (PGA 1331)
Q3/2013 Release date Q1/2018
 
 

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