Core i5-4690T vs FX-6350

PassMark CPU Mark evaluates processor speed through complex mathematical computations. It provides a reliable metric to compare multi-core performance, where higher scores indicate faster processing for multitasking, gaming, and heavy workloads.

Head-to-Head Verdict, Benchmarks, Value & Long-Term Outlook

This comparison brings together gaming FPS, productivity performance, platform differences, power efficiency, pricing context, and upgrade path so you can see which CPU actually makes more sense.

Core i5-4690T

2014

Why buy it

✅Draws 45W instead of 125W, a 80W reduction.

Trade-offs

❌Worse for gaming: lower average FPS than FX-6350 across 4 shared CPU benchmark tests.
❌Lower PassMark (4,620 vs 4,640).
❌Lower PassMark per dollar, at 24.1 vs 35.2 PassMark/$ ($192 MSRP vs $132 MSRP).

FX-6350

2013

Why buy it

✅Better for gaming: +7.5% higher average FPS across 4 shared CPU benchmark tests.
✅Costs $60 less on MSRP ($132 MSRP vs $192 MSRP).
✅Delivers 46.1% more PassMark for each dollar spent, at 35.2 vs 24.1 PassMark/$ ($132 MSRP vs $192 MSRP).

Trade-offs

❌177.8% higher power demand at 125W vs 45W.

Core i5-4690T

2014

FX-6350

2013

Why buy it

✅Draws 45W instead of 125W, a 80W reduction.

Why buy it

✅Better for gaming: +7.5% higher average FPS across 4 shared CPU benchmark tests.
✅Costs $60 less on MSRP ($132 MSRP vs $192 MSRP).
✅Delivers 46.1% more PassMark for each dollar spent, at 35.2 vs 24.1 PassMark/$ ($132 MSRP vs $192 MSRP).

Trade-offs

❌Worse for gaming: lower average FPS than FX-6350 across 4 shared CPU benchmark tests.
❌Lower PassMark (4,620 vs 4,640).
❌Lower PassMark per dollar, at 24.1 vs 35.2 PassMark/$ ($192 MSRP vs $132 MSRP).

Trade-offs

❌177.8% higher power demand at 125W vs 45W.

Quick Answers

So, is FX-6350 better than Core i5-4690T?

Yes. FX-6350 is the better overall CPU here. You are getting a 7.5% average FPS lead across 4 shared CPU game tests in our data and 0.4% better PassMark, which makes it the stronger all-around choice.

Which one is better for gaming?

If gaming is the priority, FX-6350 is the better pick here. According to our tests, it delivers 7.5% more average FPS across 4 shared CPU game tests.

Which one is better for streaming, content creation, and heavy multitasking?

For streaming, content creation, and heavier multitasking, FX-6350 is the better fit. You are getting 0.4% better PassMark, backed by 6 cores and 6 threads.

Which one is the smarter buy today, not just the cheaper CPU?

FX-6350 is the smarter buy today. FX-6350 is $60 cheaper on MSRP at $132 MSRP versus $192 MSRP, and it gives you a 7.5% average FPS lead across 4 shared CPU game tests in our data. It is also 46.1% better value on MSRP (35.2 vs 24.1 PassMark/$), so the better CPU is not just faster, it is also the cleaner value play on paper.

Which one is more future-proof for 2026 and beyond?

Core i5-4690T is the more future-proof choice for 2026 and beyond. You are getting a newer CPU generation (2014 vs 2013). That makes it the safer long-term pick.

Games Benchmarks

Paired with RTX 4090

To accurately isolate CPU performance, all benchmarks below use an NVIDIA RTX 4090 as the reference GPU. This eliminates GPU-side bottlenecks and highlights pure processing throughput differences between the CPUs.

Note: Real-world results may vary based on your actual GPU. CPU performance impact is more visible in processing-intensive titles and high-refresh-rate gaming scenarios.

Core i5-4690T Benchmark Check

FX-6350 Benchmark Check

Path of Exile 2

Preset	Core i5-4690T	FX-6350
1080p
low	116 FPS	116 FPS
medium	116 FPS	116 FPS
high	107 FPS	116 FPS
ultra	85 FPS	98 FPS
1440p
low	116 FPS	116 FPS
medium	114 FPS	116 FPS
high	88 FPS	95 FPS
ultra	70 FPS	79 FPS
4K
low	64 FPS	65 FPS
medium	57 FPS	58 FPS
high	44 FPS	45 FPS
ultra	34 FPS	36 FPS

Open Core i5-4690T Open FX-6350

Path of Exile 2

Path of Exile 2

Counter-Strike 2

Preset	Core i5-4690T	FX-6350
1080p
low	116 FPS	116 FPS
medium	116 FPS	116 FPS
high	116 FPS	116 FPS
ultra	98 FPS	116 FPS
1440p
low	116 FPS	116 FPS
medium	116 FPS	116 FPS
high	108 FPS	116 FPS
ultra	87 FPS	116 FPS
4K
low	105 FPS	116 FPS
medium	94 FPS	116 FPS
high	74 FPS	116 FPS
ultra	55 FPS	116 FPS

Open Core i5-4690T Open FX-6350

Counter-Strike 2

Counter-Strike 2

League of Legends

Preset	Core i5-4690T	FX-6350
1080p
low	116 FPS	116 FPS
medium	116 FPS	116 FPS
high	116 FPS	116 FPS
ultra	116 FPS	116 FPS
1440p
low	116 FPS	116 FPS
medium	116 FPS	116 FPS
high	116 FPS	116 FPS
ultra	116 FPS	116 FPS
4K
low	116 FPS	116 FPS
medium	116 FPS	116 FPS
high	116 FPS	116 FPS
ultra	116 FPS	116 FPS

Open Core i5-4690T Open FX-6350

League of Legends

League of Legends

Valorant

Preset	Core i5-4690T	FX-6350
1080p
low	116 FPS	116 FPS
medium	116 FPS	116 FPS
high	116 FPS	116 FPS
ultra	116 FPS	116 FPS
1440p
low	116 FPS	116 FPS
medium	116 FPS	116 FPS
high	116 FPS	116 FPS
ultra	116 FPS	116 FPS
4K
low	116 FPS	116 FPS
medium	116 FPS	116 FPS
high	116 FPS	116 FPS
ultra	116 FPS	116 FPS

Open Core i5-4690T Open FX-6350

Valorant

Valorant

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core i5-4690T and FX-6350

Core i5-4690T

The Core i5-4690T is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 May 2014 (11 years ago). It is based on the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.5 GHz, with boost up to 3.5 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1150. Thermal design power (TDP): 45 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-1333/1600, DDR3L-1333/1600. Passmark benchmark score: 4,620 points. Launch price was $69.

FX-6350

The FX-6350 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 29 April 2013 (12 years ago). It is based on the Vishera (2012−2015) architecture. It features 6 cores and 6 threads. Base frequency is 3.9 GHz, with boost up to 4.2 GHz. L2 cache: 6144 kB. Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: AM3+. Thermal design power (TDP): 125 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 4,640 points. Launch price was $69.

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Processing Power

The Core i5-4690T packs 4 cores / 4 threads, while the FX-6350 offers 6 cores / 6 threads — the FX-6350 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.5 GHz on the Core i5-4690T versus 4.2 GHz on the FX-6350 — a 18.2% clock advantage for the FX-6350 (base: 2.5 GHz vs 3.9 GHz). The Core i5-4690T uses the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture (22 nm), while the FX-6350 uses Vishera (2012−2015) (32 nm). In PassMark, the Core i5-4690T scores 4,620 against the FX-6350's 4,640 — a 0.4% lead for the FX-6350.

Feature	Core i5-4690T	FX-6350
Cores / Threads	4 / 4	6 / 6+50%
Boost Clock	3.5 GHz	4.2 GHz+20%
Base Clock	2.5 GHz	3.9 GHz+56%
L3 Cache	6 MB (total)	—
L2 Cache	256 kB (per core)	6144 kB+2300%
Process	22 nm-31%	32 nm
Architecture	Haswell (2013−2015)	Vishera (2012−2015)
PassMark	4,620	4,640

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Memory & Platform

The Core i5-4690T uses the LGA1150 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the FX-6350 uses AM3+ (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.

Feature	Core i5-4690T	FX-6350
Socket	LGA1150	AM3+
PCIe Generation	PCIe 3.0+50%	PCIe 2.0

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Value Analysis

The Core i5-4690T launched at $192 MSRP, while the FX-6350 debuted at $132. On MSRP ($192 vs $132), the FX-6350 is $60 cheaper. In terms of value on MSRP (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i5-4690T delivers 24.1 pts/$ vs 35.2 pts/$ for the FX-6350 — making the FX-6350 the 37.5% better value option.