AMD Ryzen 3 4100 vs Intel Core i7-7700K

The AMD Ryzen 3 4100 is the faster processor, scoring 25/100 on our gaming benchmark versus 24/100 for the Intel Core i7-7700K — roughly 4% faster. That said, the gap is small, so the cheaper option is often the smarter buy.

Winner

AMD Ryzen 3 4100

25
Gaming score / 100
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Intel

Intel Core i7-7700K

24
Gaming score / 100
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Specs compared

SpecAMD Ryzen 3 4100Intel Core i7-7700K
Gaming score25/10024/100
Cores / Threads4 / 84 / 8
Boost clock4.00 GHz4.50 GHz
TDP65 W91 W
SocketAM4LGA1151
MSRP$69.00$89.00

AMD Ryzen 3 4100 vs Intel Core i7-7700K: which should you buy?

The AMD Ryzen 3 4100 is the faster processor, scoring 25/100 on our gaming benchmark versus 24/100 for the Intel Core i7-7700K — roughly 4% faster. That said, the gap is small, so the cheaper option is often the smarter buy. For your specific games and resolution, run both through our comparison tool, check pairing with the bottleneck calculator, or see where each lands on the tier list.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the AMD Ryzen 3 4100 better than the Intel Core i7-7700K?
The AMD Ryzen 3 4100 is faster for gaming, scoring 25/100 versus 24/100 for the Intel Core i7-7700K (about 4% faster).

Should I buy the AMD Ryzen 3 4100 or the Intel Core i7-7700K?
For raw gaming performance, choose the AMD Ryzen 3 4100. If it costs notably more for only a small gain, the Intel Core i7-7700K can be the better value. Check current prices before deciding.

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