FX-8100 vs Ryzen 5 5600X

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Performance Comparison

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Passmark Score

4095

Passmark Score

21845

Performance Difference

Ryzen 5 5600X is 433.5% faster than FX-8100

Benchmarks & Performance Comparison

In this CPU comparison, Ryzen 5 5600X performs 433.5% better in benchmarks. Below you'll find detailed performance analysis, gaming benchmarks, power consumption data, and specifications to help you decide between FX-8100 and Ryzen 5 5600X.

Both processors are popular choices for gaming PCs. Consider factors like core count, boost clock speeds, power consumption (TDP), and gaming vs productivity performance when choosing between these CPUs.

Technical Specifications

Detailed hardware specifications for FX-8100 and Ryzen 5 5600X

AMD

FX-8100

The FX-8100 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 12 October 2011 (14 years ago). It is based on the Zambezi (2011−2012) architecture. It features 8 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 2.8 GHz, with boost up to 3.7 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 8 MB. Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: AM3+. Thermal design power (TDP): 95 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 4,095 points.

General Information

Type:desktop
Designer:AMD
Release Date:12 October 2011 (14 years ago)
Architecture Codename:Zambezi (2011−2012)
Performance Ranking Position:2002

Technical Specifications

Cores:8
Threads:8
Die Size:315 mm2
L1 Cache:384 kB
L2 Cache:8 MB
L3 Cache:8 MB (total)
Max Frequency:3.7 GHz
64-Bit Support:+
Base Frequency:2.8 GHz
Transistor Count:1,200 million
Process Technology:32 nm
Unlocked Multiplier:+
Compatibilidade Com Windows 11:-

Compatibility

Socket:AM3+
Power Consumption (TDP):95 Watt
Max Processors In Config:1

Memory

RAM Types:DDR3
AMD

Ryzen 5 5600X

The Ryzen 5 5600X is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 5 November 2020 (5 years ago). It is based on the Vermeer (Zen 3) (2020−2022) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 3.7 GHz, with boost up to 4.6 GHz. L3 cache: 32 MB. L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 7 nm, 12 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 21,845 points. Launch price was $299.

General Information

Type:desktop
Series:AMD Ryzen 5
Designer:AMD
Launch Price:$299
Manufacturer:TSMC
Release Date:5 November 2020 (5 years ago)
Architecture Codename:Vermeer (Zen 3) (2020−2022)
Performance Ranking Position:692

Technical Specifications

Cores:6
Threads:12
Die Size:2x 80.7 + 125 (I/O) mm2
L1 Cache:64K (per core)
L2 Cache:512K (per core)
L3 Cache:32 MB
Max Frequency:4.6 GHz
Multiplicador:37
64-Bit Support:+
Base Frequency:3.7 GHz
Process Technology:7 nm, 12 nm
Unlocked Multiplier:+
Max Core Temperature:95 °C
Max Case Temperature (TCase):95 °C
Compatibilidade Com Windows 11:+

Compatibility

Socket:AM4
Power Consumption (TDP):65 Watt
Max Processors In Config:1

Memory

RAM Types:DDR4
Memory Channels:2
Memory Bandwidth:51.196 GB/s
Max Memory Capacity:128 GB

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