Core i3-12100F vs Sempron 3000+
The Core i3-12100F is slightly slower than the Sempron 3000+ 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.
Base Frequencyhelp
Core i3-12100F has a 83% higher base clock.
LGA1700
Sockethelp
754Alder Lake-S
Codenamehelp
SonoraDesktop
Segmenthelp
MobileNo Integrated Graphics
Integrated GPUhelp
No Integrated Graphics3200 MHz (DDR4), 4800 MHz (DDR5)
RAMhelp
unknownNot Overclockable
Overclock Supporthelp
Not OverclockableFrequently Asked Questions
compare_arrowsWhich is better, Core i3-12100F or Sempron 3000+?expand_more
The Sempron 3000+. It's 96% faster than the Core i3-12100F on average across 100+ games, scoring 25/100 vs 49/100 in our gaming rating.
speedHow much faster is Sempron 3000+ than Core i3-12100F?expand_more
96% 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 i3-12100F or Sempron 3000+?expand_more
The Sempron 3000+ is faster at both resolutions. Toggle the resolution selector above to see per-game FPS.
paidIs the Sempron 3000+ worth buying in 2026?expand_more
It scores 25/100 in our gaming rating, faster than most CPUs on the market. Good buy if the price is right.
differenceWhat is the difference between Core i3-12100F and Sempron 3000+?expand_more
Performance: Core i3-12100F scores 49/100, Sempron 3000+ scores 25/100. 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 Sempron 3000+ 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 Sempron 3000+?expand_more
The Sempron 3000+ is the stronger pick at 25/100. Compare your current CPU against it to see the exact FPS gain across 100+ games.
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