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CPU Comparison: FPS, Specs & Value

Core i3-7100 vs Core i3-9100F

The Core i3-7100 is same performance as the Core i3-9100F on average across 100+ games. However, it's a much better value for money, as it's $36.01 cheaper!

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Available for $96.00

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 i3-7100

241FPS

Core i3-9100F

241FPS

League of Legends2009

Core i3-7100

317FPS

Core i3-9100F

317FPS

Grand Theft Auto V2013

Core i3-7100

216FPS

Core i3-9100F

216FPS

Valorant2020

Core i3-7100

687FPS

Core i3-9100F

687FPS

Fortnite2017

Core i3-7100

332FPS

Core i3-9100F

332FPS

Rust2018

327FPS

327FPS

652FPS

652FPS

Overwatch 22023

Core i3-7100

Core i3-9100F

Specs & Benchmark Comparison

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

Scorehelp

Core i3-7100

41%

Core i3-9100F

41%

Similar overall gaming performance.

Coreshelp

Core i3-7100

Core i3-9100F

Core i3-9100F has 2 more cores.

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L3 Cachehelp

3 MB

6 MB

Core i3-9100F has 3 MB more L3 cache.

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Core i3-7100

3.9 GHz

Core i3-9100F

3.6 GHz

Core i3-7100 has a 8% higher base clock.

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Core i3-7100

Core i3-9100F

4.2 GHz

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Core i3-7100

51W

Core i3-9100F

65W

Core i3-7100 draws 14W less power.

Pricehelp

Core i3-7100

$59.99

Core i3-9100F

$96.00

Core i3-7100 is $36.01 cheaper.

Core i3-7100Core i3-9100F

LGA1151

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LGA1151

Kaby Lake

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Coffee Lake

Desktop

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Desktop

Intel HD 630

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No Integrated Graphics

2400 MHz (DDR4)

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2400 MHz (DDR4)

Not Overclockable

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Not Overclockable

Frequently Asked Questions

compare_arrowsWhich is better, Core i3-7100 or Core i3-9100F?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 i3-7100 or Core i3-9100F?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 i3-7100 and Core i3-9100F?expand_more

Performance: Core i3-7100 scores 41/100, Core i3-9100F scores 41/100. They also differ in core count, clock speeds, L3 cache, and power draw. Full breakdown in the specs section above.

compressWill the Core i3-7100 or Core i3-9100F 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 i3-7100 or Core i3-9100F?expand_more

Both are solid choices. Compare your current CPU against each one to see the exact FPS gain.

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