Core i5-8400 vs Ryzen 3 3100
The Core i5-8400 is about 3% faster for gaming.
Verdict
- Performance index: the Core i5-8400 is 3% faster (34 vs 33).
- Cores: Core i5-8400 has 6 vs 4.
- Power (TDP): Core i5-8400 65 W, Ryzen 3 3100 65 W.
- Age: the Ryzen 3 3100 is 3 years newer (2020 vs 2017).
- Platform: different sockets (LGA1151 vs AM4), so they need different motherboards.
Specs
| Spec | Core i5-8400 | Ryzen 3 3100 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance index | 34 | 33 |
| Brand / series | Intel Core 8th Gen | AMD Ryzen 3000 |
| Released | 2017 | 2020 |
| Cores | 6 | 4 |
| Threads | 6 | 8 |
| Base clock | 2.8 GHz | 3.6 GHz |
| Boost clock | 4 GHz | 3.9 GHz |
| Power (TDP) | 65 W | 65 W |
| Socket | LGA1151 | AM4 |