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Ryzen 3 3100
Affordable four-core Zen 2 processor for starter gaming builds.
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- AMD
- Name
- Ryzen 3 3100
- Category
- Computer Processors
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$69.99Last updated: 11/6/2026
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Zen 2 Architecture
The Ryzen 3 3100 is built on AMD's Zen 2 architecture.
Affordable Entry Point
This processor is positioned as an affordable option for starter gaming builds.
The AMD Ryzen 3 3100 is an affordable four-core Zen 2 processor designed for starter gaming builds.
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Tom's Hardware
AMD Ryzen 3 3300X and 3100 Review: Low-End Gaming Gets a High-End Boost
The Ryzen 3 3100 is a strong value gaming CPU, delivering high-end gaming performance at a low price while leaving budget room for a better GPU.
Paul Alcorn · May 8, 2020
PC Gamer80/100
AMD Ryzen 3 3100 CPU review
A great budget chip on its own, but the Ryzen 3 3300X is substantially better and only $20 more expensive.
Alan Dexter · May 13, 2020
PCMag4/5
AMD Ryzen 3 3100
A stellar budget CPU for gamers and content creators with a dedicated GPU, though the Ryzen 3 3300X is often the better buy.
John Burek · May 7, 2020
TweakTown95/100
AMD Ryzen 3 3100 & 3300X CPU Review
The 3100 is a great value when overclocked, with strong gaming performance and PCIe 4.0 support.
Shannon Robb · May 7, 2020
TechPowerUp
AMD Ryzen 3 3100 Review - Disruptive Price/Performance
The Ryzen 3 3100 offers disruptive value, bringing four cores, eight threads, PCIe 4.0, and an unlocked multiplier under $100.
W1zzard · May 7, 2020
TechRadar
AMD Ryzen 3 3100 review
An excellent entry-level CPU that makes budget gaming much more affordable, though it is slower than the 3300X.
Jacqueline Thomas · Jun 1, 2020
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AMD Ryzen 3 3100 CPU Review: Overclocking, Gaming, & Production Benchmarks (ft. 7700K)
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Gamers Nexus · youtube
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Ryzen 3 3100 & 3300X Review, $100-$120 3rd gen Ryzen CPUs
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138,302 views · 6 years ago
Hardware Unboxed · youtube
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Ryzen 3 3300X, 3100 Review With Benchmarks and Performance - The BEST Budget CPUs!
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106,330 views · 6 years ago
Hardware Canucks · youtube
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AMD's BEST Budget CPU's - Ryzen 3 3300x & 3100 Review
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Attributes
Detailed specifications and product characteristics.
ArchitectureZen 2
Base Clock Speed(GHz)3.6 GHz
Cache Size(MB)18 MB
Core Count(cores)4 cores
Cpu SocketAM4
Included CoolerYes
Integrated GraphicsNo
Launch Date2020
Manufacturing Process7nm
Max Boost Clock Speed(GHz)3.9 GHz
Memory SupportDDR4-3200
Overclocking SupportYes
Pci Express VersionPCIe 4.0
Price(USD)64.99 USD
Thermal Design Power(W)65 W
Thread Count(threads)8 threads
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$69.99Last updated: 11/6/2026
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