Organisasi & Arsitektur Komputer | Nathanael Ferry Pratama | 2021130019

Summary

In this presentation, Natanael Feri Pratama analyzes the impact of cache memory on processor performance, focusing on the Intel i3 9100F and AMD Ryzen 3200. He explores the evolution of both companies and their processors, explains how cache memory works as a buffer between the processor and main memory, and compares the cache sizes and speeds of the two processors. Through benchmarks and gaming tests, the analysis shows that the Intel processor outperforms the AMD Ryzen, particularly due to its faster L1 cache. The conclusion emphasizes that cache speed and size significantly influence processor performance.

Takeaways

• 😀 Natanael Feri Pratama, a student, presents an analysis on the impact of cache memory on the performance of AMD Ryzen 3000 and Intel i3 9100F processors.
• 😀 The presentation aims to evaluate how cache memory size and speed affect processor performance for gaming, work, and daily use.
• 😀 Cache memory acts as a buffer between the processor and main memory, with different levels (L1, L2, L3) affecting both speed and capacity.
• 😀 L1 cache is the fastest but smallest, while L3 cache is larger but slower in comparison to L1 and L2 caches.
• 😀 Intel was founded in 1968 and AMD in 1969, both companies are key players in the processor market and share a common history of innovation.
• 😀 AMD Ryzen 3000 and Intel i3 9100F differ in cache specifications, with the former having a larger L2 cache and the latter having a faster L1 cache.
• 😀 Benchmarking results show that the Intel i3 9100F generally outperforms the AMD Ryzen 3 3200 in single-core performance.
• 😀 Despite its smaller L2 cache, the Intel i3 9100F shows better performance in real-world applications, especially in gaming, thanks to faster L1 cache speeds.
• 😀 The AMD Ryzen 3 3200 shows superior multi-core performance, which may make it more suitable for specific multi-threaded tasks.
• 😀 Performance tests, including FPS in various games, confirm that Intel i3 9100F maintains higher frame rates, showing better gaming performance compared to the AMD Ryzen 3 3200.
• 😀 In conclusion, faster and larger cache memory significantly influences processor performance, and the Intel i3 9100F is generally faster for tasks involving lower core counts.

Q & A

What is the main purpose of the video?

The main purpose of the video is to present an analysis of the influence of cache memory on the performance of AMD Ryzen 3000 and Intel Core i3-9100 processors as part of the final exam assessment for a computer organization and architecture course.

Why did the speaker choose to analyze cache memory and processors?

The speaker chose to analyze cache memory and processors because modern activities heavily rely on computers, and understanding the specifications of different processors helps users choose the right computer for various purposes such as gaming, work, or daily use.

What is the history behind Intel and AMD?

Intel was founded in 1968 and produced its first microprocessor in 1971, while AMD was founded in 1969 and created its first processor in 1975. Both companies were founded by former employees of Fairchild Semiconductor, a major electronics company at the time.

What is cache memory and why is it important?

Cache memory is a small, fast storage area between the processor and main memory. It speeds up data access by storing frequently used information, thus reducing latency and improving overall processor performance.

How does cache memory work in processors?

Cache memory operates in multiple levels: L1, L2, and L3. The processor first searches for data in the L1 cache. If not found, it searches in L2 and then L3 caches. The speed decreases as the cache level increases, but the capacity grows.

What are the key differences in cache memory between Intel and AMD processors?

Intel processors typically have a faster L1 cache compared to AMD, while AMD processors may have larger L3 cache capacities. However, AMD’s L2 cache is often larger than Intel’s in certain models, which influences overall performance.

How do the Intel i3-9100 and AMD Ryzen 3000 processors compare in terms of cache memory?

The Intel i3-9100 has a smaller L2 cache compared to the AMD Ryzen 3000, but its L1 cache is faster. The AMD Ryzen 3000, on the other hand, has a larger L3 cache and a more advanced memory type, DDR4-2933.

What were the benchmarking results between Intel i3-9100 and AMD Ryzen 3000 processors?

Benchmark tests showed that Intel i3-9100 performed better in single-core and multi-core tasks compared to AMD Ryzen 3000. However, the performance differences varied depending on the application and cache memory configurations.

How does the cache memory size affect processor performance?

A larger and faster cache memory generally improves processor performance. For example, the Intel i3-9100, despite having a smaller L2 cache, performs better than the AMD Ryzen 3000 due to its faster L1 cache.

What conclusion did the speaker draw from the analysis of the cache memory’s impact on processor performance?

The speaker concluded that larger and faster cache memory significantly enhances processor performance. In the case of Intel i3-9100 versus AMD Ryzen 3000, Intel's faster L1 cache resulted in better overall performance despite having a smaller L2 cache.