Core i3-3120M vs Ryzen 7 7800X3D
The Core i3-3120M is much slower than the Ryzen 7 7800X3D on average across 100+ games. We cannot compare value as at least one CPU is out of stock.
Ryzen 7 7800X3D81% Score
- Up to 360% faster on average across 100+ games
- Is 10 years and 5 months newer
- Available for $348.99
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
Ryzen 7 7800X3D has a 68% higher base clock.
LGAG2 (988B)
Sockethelp
AM5Ivy Bridge
Codenamehelp
RaphaelMobile
Segmenthelp
DesktopIntel HD 4000
Integrated GPUhelp
Radeon GraphicsDDR3
RAMhelp
5200 MHz (DDR5)Not Overclockable
Overclock Supporthelp
Not OverclockableFrequently Asked Questions
compare_arrowsWhich is better, Core i3-3120M or Ryzen 7 7800X3D?expand_more
The Ryzen 7 7800X3D. It's 1250% faster than the Core i3-3120M on average across 100+ games, scoring 81/100 vs 6/100 in our gaming rating.
speedHow much faster is Ryzen 7 7800X3D than Core i3-3120M?expand_more
1250% 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 i3-3120M or Ryzen 7 7800X3D?expand_more
The Ryzen 7 7800X3D is faster at both resolutions. Toggle the resolution selector above to see per-game FPS.
paidIs the Ryzen 7 7800X3D worth buying in 2026?expand_more
It scores 81/100 in our gaming rating, faster than most CPUs on the market. Good buy if the price is right.
differenceWhat is the difference between Core i3-3120M and Ryzen 7 7800X3D?expand_more
Performance: Core i3-3120M scores 6/100, Ryzen 7 7800X3D scores 81/100. They also differ in core count, clock speeds, L3 cache, and power draw. Full breakdown in the specs section above.
compressWill the Core i3-3120M or Ryzen 7 7800X3D 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 i3-3120M or Ryzen 7 7800X3D?expand_more
The Ryzen 7 7800X3D is the stronger pick at 81/100. Compare your current CPU against it to see the exact FPS gain across 100+ games.
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