Core i3-2100 vs FX-4300
The Core i3-2100 is about 8% faster for gaming.
Verdict
- Performance index: the Core i3-2100 is 8% faster (13 vs 12).
- Cores: FX-4300 has 4 vs 2.
- Power (TDP): Core i3-2100 65 W, FX-4300 95 W; the Core i3-2100 delivers 58% more performance per watt.
- Age: the FX-4300 is 1 year newer (2012 vs 2011).
- Platform: different sockets (LGA1155 vs AM3+), so they need different motherboards.
Specs
| Spec | Core i3-2100 | FX-4300 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance index | 13 | 12 |
| Brand / series | Intel Core 2nd Gen | AMD FX |
| Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Cores | 2 | 4 |
| Threads | 4 | 4 |
| Base clock | 3.1 GHz | 3.8 GHz |
| Boost clock | 3.1 GHz | 4 GHz |
| Power (TDP) | 65 W | 95 W |
| Socket | LGA1155 | AM3+ |