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AMD Ryzen 3 4100 vs AMD Ryzen 9 5950X. Specifications, performance, tests

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Released
Q2/2022
AMD Ryzen 3 4100
AMD Ryzen 3 4100
Released
Q4/2020
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AMD Ryzen 9 5950X
AMD Ryzen 9 5950X

Compare AMD Ryzen 3 4100 VS AMD Ryzen 9 5950X. Which processor delivers superior performance?

In this detailed comparison, we evaluate the specifications and benchmarks of both processors to determine the best choice for your needs. We analyze their core counts, maximum frequencies, and power consumption.

AMD Ryzen 3 4100 boasts a maximum frequency of 3.80 GHz GHz. 4 / 8 cores that enhance multitasking capabilities.With a power consumption of 65 W W, it ensures efficient performance.Released in Q2/2022, it incorporates the latest technology for optimal efficiency.

AMD Ryzen 9 5950X features a maximum frequency of 3.40 GHz GHz. 16 cores designed for high-performance tasks.Its power consumption is 105 W W, providing a balance of power and efficiency.Launched in Q4/2020, it is built to handle demanding applications.

Differences

AMD Ryzen 3 4100 Reasons to consider
AMD Ryzen 3 4100
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  • Place in the overall ranking

    (based on several benchmarks)

    827 left arrow score
  • Higher clock speed

    Around 11% better clock speed

    3.80 GHz left arrow 3.40 GHz
  • Performance per watt

    times less performance per watt

    65 W left arrow 105 W

Positions in all rankings

Common positions AMD Ryzen 3 4100 CPU in popular benchmarks, for comparison with other models.

  • Cinebench R20 (Single-Core)
    229 place
  • Geekbench 5, 64bit (Single-Core)
    466 place
  • Geekbench 5, 64bit (Multi-Core)
    594 place
  • Estimated results for PassMark CPU Mark
    487 place
AMD Ryzen 9 5950X Reasons to consider
AMD Ryzen 9 5950X
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  • Place in the overall ranking

    (based on several benchmarks)

    16 left arrow score
  • More number of cores

    About 4 times more cores

    16 left arrow 4
  • Higher turbo clock speed

    Around 18 % better overclocked clock speed

    4.90 GHz left arrow 4.00 GHz

Positions in all rankings

Common positions AMD Ryzen 9 5950X CPU in popular benchmarks, for comparison with other models.

  • Cinebench R23 (Single-Core)
    75 place
  • Cinebench R23 (Multi-Core)
    29 place
  • Cinebench R20 (Single-Core)
    52 place
  • Cinebench R20 (Multi-Core)
    28 place
  • Cinebench R15 (Single-Core)
    27 place
  • Cinebench R15 (Multi-Core)
    15 place
  • Geekbench 5, 64bit (Single-Core)
    105 place
  • Geekbench 5, 64bit (Multi-Core)
    76 place
  • Monero Hashrate kH/s
    18 place
  • Estimated results for PassMark CPU Mark
    42 place
  • CPU-Z Benchmark 17 (Single-Core)
    17 place
  • CPU-Z Benchmark 17 (Multi-Core)
    6 place
  • Geekbench 6 (Single-Core)
    112 place

Specifications

Technical data
AMD Ryzen 3 4100 AMD Ryzen 3 4100
AMD Ryzen 9 5950X AMD Ryzen 9 5950X
CPU family and group

Comprehensive background on the processors being compared, detailing their series, generation, and targeted market segment.

  • Family
    AMD Ryzen left arrow AMD Ryzen
  • CPU group
    AMD Ryzen 4000G left arrow AMD Ryzen 5000
  • Segment
    Desktop / Server left arrow Desktop / Server
  • Generation
    3 left arrow 4
  • Predecessor
    -- left arrow AMD Ryzen 9 3950X
CPU Technical specs

Essential parameters including the number of cores, threads, base and turbo frequencies, and cache size. These metrics provide insight into the processor’s speed—higher values generally indicate better performance.

  • Core architecture
    normal left arrow normal
  • Overclocking
    Yes left arrow Yes
  • Frequency
    3.80 GHz left arrow 3.40 GHz
IGPU

The integrated graphics (iGPU) do not influence the CPU performance significantly; they serve as a substitute for a dedicated graphics card in the absence of one or are utilized in mobile devices.

  • GPU name
    no iGPU left arrow no iGPU
  • GPU (Turbo)
    No turbo left arrow No turbo
Hardware codec support

This section details the built-in codecs used for encoding and decoding media content, which significantly enhance processing speed and efficiency.

  • h265 / HEVC (8 bit)
    No left arrow No
  • h265 / HEVC (10 bit)
    No left arrow No
  • h264
    No left arrow No
  • VP8
    No left arrow No
  • VP9
    No left arrow No
  • AV1
    No left arrow No
  • AVC
    No left arrow No
  • VC-1
    No left arrow No
  • JPEG
    No left arrow No
Memory specs & PCI

Overview of the types and quantities of RAM supported by AMD Ryzen 9 5950X and AMD Ryzen 3 4100. The supported memory frequencies may vary depending on the motherboard configuration.

  • Memory type
    DDR4-3200 left arrow DDR4-3200
  • Max. Memory
    32 GB left arrow 128 GB
  • Memory channels
    2 left arrow 2
  • ECC
    Yes left arrow Yes
Thermal Management

Analyze the TDP (Thermal Design Power) requirements of AMD Ryzen 3 4100 and AMD Ryzen 9 5950X to make an informed decision on the appropriate cooling system. Remember that TDP refers to thermal watts, not electrical watts.

  • TDP (PL1)
    65 W left arrow 105 W
  • TDP (PL2)
    -- left arrow 142 W
  • TDP down
    45 W left arrow --
  • Tjunction max.
    100 °C left arrow 95 °C
Technologies and extensions

Information on architecture, interfaces, and additional instructions supported by AMD Ryzen 3 4100 and AMD Ryzen 9 5950X, including virtual machine technologies and fabrication processes.

  • Instruction set (ISA)
    x86-64 (64 bit) left arrow x86-64 (64 bit)
  • ISA extensions
    SSE4a, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX2, FMA3 left arrow SSE4a, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX2, FMA3
  • L2-Cache
    2.00 MB left arrow 8.00 MB
  • L3-Cache
    4.00 MB left arrow 64.00 MB
  • Architecture
    Renoir (Zen 2) left arrow Vermeer (Zen 3)
  • Technology
    7 nm left arrow 7 nm
  • Virtualization
    AMD-V, SVM left arrow AMD-V, SVM
  • Socket
    AM4 left arrow AM4
  • Release date
    Q2/2022 left arrow Q4/2020

Benchmarks

Performance tests CPUs

By analyzing the results from various benchmarks, you can gain a clearer understanding of the performance differences between AMD Ryzen 3 4100 and AMD Ryzen 9 5950X.

Compare the synthetic benchmark scores and make an informed decision on the best processor for your needs!

Cinebench R20 (Single-Core)
Cinebench R20 SC is a high load CPU test for long tasks on a desktop or notebook PC, uses one CPU core, with no hypetrading
454
AMD Ryzen 3 4100
647
AMD Ryzen 9 5950X
Geekbench 5, 64bit (Single-Core)
Geekbench 5 SC is a popular cross-platform performance test for desktop or mobile processors that uses system memory intensively
1078
AMD Ryzen 3 4100
1657
AMD Ryzen 9 5950X
Geekbench 5, 64bit (Multi-Core)
Geekbench 5 MC is a popular cross-platform performance test for desktop or mobile processors that uses system memory intensively
4265
AMD Ryzen 3 4100
16942
AMD Ryzen 9 5950X
Estimated results for PassMark CPU Mark
PassMark is a test suite that performs complex mathematical calculations to determine CPU performance on file compression, encryption and physics-related tasks
11241
AMD Ryzen 3 4100
46021
AMD Ryzen 9 5950X

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