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CPU Comparison: FPS, Specs & Value

Ryzen 3 3100 vs Ryzen 7 8700F

The Ryzen 3 3100 is quite a bit slower than the Ryzen 7 8700F on average across 100+ games. We cannot compare value as at least one CPU is out of stock.

  • Up to 173% cheaper$183.00 vs $270
  • Up to 66% better value for money
  • Up to 65% faster on average across 100+ games
  • Is 4 years newer
  • Up to 173% more expensive$270 vs $183.00

FPS Comparison Across Popular Games

Specs & Benchmark Comparison

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Ryzen 7 8700F ranks 30 points higher.

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Ryzen 7 8700F has 4 more cores.

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Ryzen 7 8700F has 8 more threads.

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Base Frequencyhelp

Ryzen 7 8700F has a 14% higher base clock.

Turbo Frequencyhelp

Ryzen 7 8700F boosts 28% higher.

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AM4
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AM5
Matisse
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Phoenix
Desktop
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Desktop
No Integrated Graphics
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No Integrated Graphics
3200 MHz (DDR4)
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5200 MHz (DDR5)
Overclockable
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Overclockable

Frequently Asked Questions

compare_arrowsWhich is better, Ryzen 3 3100 or Ryzen 7 8700F?expand_more
The Ryzen 7 8700F. It's 91% faster than the Ryzen 3 3100 on average across 100+ games, scoring 63/100 vs 33/100 in our gaming rating.
speedHow much faster is Ryzen 7 8700F than Ryzen 3 3100?expand_more
91% faster on average. The gap varies by game and resolution, check the per-game FPS comparison above.
aspect_ratioWhich is better for 1440p and 4K gaming, Ryzen 3 3100 or Ryzen 7 8700F?expand_more
The Ryzen 7 8700F is faster at both resolutions. Toggle the resolution selector above to see per-game FPS.
paidIs the Ryzen 7 8700F worth buying in 2026?expand_more
It scores 63/100 in our gaming rating, faster than most CPUs on the market. Good buy if the price is right.
differenceWhat is the difference between Ryzen 3 3100 and Ryzen 7 8700F?expand_more
Performance: Ryzen 3 3100 scores 33/100, Ryzen 7 8700F scores 63/100. They also differ in core count, clock speeds, L3 cache, and power draw. Full breakdown in the specs section above.
compressWill the Ryzen 3 3100 or Ryzen 7 8700F bottleneck my PC?expand_more
Depends on the rest of your build, especially your GPU. Swap the paired GPU in the FPS section above to see if it limits performance, or use our bottleneck calculator for a full analysis.
upgradeIs it worth upgrading to the Ryzen 3 3100 or Ryzen 7 8700F?expand_more
The Ryzen 7 8700F is the stronger pick at 63/100. Compare your current CPU against it to see the exact FPS gain across 100+ games.

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