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CPU Comparison: FPS, Specs & Value

Core 3 100U vs Core i5-14400F

The Core 3 100U is same performance as the Core i5-14400F on average across 100+ games. We cannot compare value as at least one CPU is out of stock.

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Up to 117% more expensive – $426 vs $181.93

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Up to 117% cheaper – $181.93 vs $426
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FPS Comparison Across Popular Games

Predicted average FPS at 1080p, 1440p, and 4K, based on real game benchmarks.

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Escape From Tarkov2017

Core 3 100U

250FPS

Core i5-14400F

250FPS

World of Warcraft2004

Core 3 100U

239FPS

Core i5-14400F

240FPS

League of Legends2009

354FPS

355FPS

435FPS

435FPS

Grand Theft Auto V2013

Core 3 100U

219FPS

Core i5-14400F

219FPS

Valorant2020

Core 3 100U

697FPS

Core i5-14400F

699FPS

Fortnite2017

Minecraft2011

762FPS

764FPS

Specs & Benchmark Comparison

Side-by-side specs, synthetic benchmarks, and key hardware differences.

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Core 3 100U

20%

Core i5-14400F

50%

Core i5-14400F ranks 30 points higher.

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Core 3 100U

Core i5-14400F

Core i5-14400F has 4 more cores.

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Core 3 100U

Core i5-14400F

Core i5-14400F has 8 more threads.

L3 Cachehelp

Core 3 100U

10 MB

Core i5-14400F

20 MB

Core i5-14400F has 10 MB more L3 cache.

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Core 3 100U

1.2 GHz

Core i5-14400F

2.5 GHz

Core i5-14400F has a 108% higher base clock.

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Core 3 100U

4.7 GHz

Core i5-14400F

4.7 GHz

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Core 3 100U

15W

Core i5-14400F

65W

Core 3 100U draws 50W less power.

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Core 3 100U

Core i5-14400F

$181.93

Core 3 100UCore i5-14400F

Intel BGA 1744

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LGA1700

Raptor Lake-U

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Raptor Lake-R

Mobile

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Desktop

UHD Graphics 64EU Mobile

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No Integrated Graphics

3200 MHz (DDR4), 5200 MHz (DDR5)

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3200 MHz (DDR4), 4800 MHz (DDR5)

Not Overclockable

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Not Overclockable

Frequently Asked Questions

compare_arrowsWhich is better, Core 3 100U or Core i5-14400F?expand_more

The Core i5-14400F. It's 150% faster than the Core 3 100U on average across 100+ games, scoring 50/100 vs 20/100 in our gaming rating.

speedHow much faster is Core i5-14400F than Core 3 100U?expand_more

150% 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, Core 3 100U or Core i5-14400F?expand_more

The Core i5-14400F is faster at both resolutions. Toggle the resolution selector above to see per-game FPS.

paidIs the Core i5-14400F worth buying in 2026?expand_more

It scores 50/100 in our gaming rating, faster than most CPUs on the market. Good buy if the price is right.

differenceWhat is the difference between Core 3 100U and Core i5-14400F?expand_more

Performance: Core 3 100U scores 20/100, Core i5-14400F scores 50/100. They also differ in core count, clock speeds, L3 cache, and power draw. Full breakdown in the specs section above.

compressWill the Core 3 100U or Core i5-14400F 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 Core 3 100U or Core i5-14400F?expand_more

The Core i5-14400F is the stronger pick at 50/100. Compare your current CPU against it to see the exact FPS gain across 100+ games.

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