Core i3-12100F vs Ryzen 7 255
The Core i3-12100F is slightly slower than the Ryzen 7 255 on average across 100+ games. We cannot compare value as at least one CPU is out of stock.
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FPS Comparison Across Popular Games
Predicted average FPS at 1080p, 1440p, and 4K, based on real game benchmarks.
Specs & Benchmark Comparison
Side-by-side specs, synthetic benchmarks, and key hardware differences.
LGA1700
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IntegratedAlder Lake-S
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-Desktop
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MobileNo Integrated Graphics
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Radeon 780M3200 MHz (DDR4), 4800 MHz (DDR5)
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Not Overclockable
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Not OverclockableFrequently Asked Questions
compare_arrowsWhich is better, Core i3-12100F or Ryzen 7 255?expand_more
Neither, they're within 1% of each other across 100+ games. Pick based on price, availability, or platform compatibility.
aspect_ratioWhich is better for 1440p and 4K gaming, Core i3-12100F or Ryzen 7 255?expand_more
They trade blows depending on the game. Toggle the resolution selector above to compare per-game FPS at 1440p and 4K.
differenceWhat is the difference between Core i3-12100F and Ryzen 7 255?expand_more
Performance: Core i3-12100F scores 49/100, Ryzen 7 255 scores 20/100. They also differ in core count, clock speeds, L3 cache, and power draw. Full breakdown in the specs section above.
compressWill the Core i3-12100F or Ryzen 7 255 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 i3-12100F or Ryzen 7 255?expand_more
Both are solid choices. Compare your current CPU against each one to see the exact FPS gain.
Popular Comparisons
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