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Overview

The FX-6330 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 15 December 2015 (9 years ago). It is based on the Vishera (2012−2015) architecture. It features 6 cores and 6 threads. Base frequency is 3.6 GHz, with boost up to 4.2 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 6 MB. Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: AM3+. Thermal design power (TDP): 125 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 4,433 points. Launch price was $69.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar FX-6330

#62

Core i5-7440EQ

MSRP: $250|Avg: $30

107%

#63

Ryzen 5 4500

MSRP: $129|Avg: $85

106%

#64

Pentium Dual-Core E2180

MSRP: $84|Avg: $5

106%

#65

Ryzen 5 5600

MSRP: $199|Avg: $115

106%

#66

Celeron G5925

MSRP: $62|Avg: $15

106%

#67

Core i3-2100

MSRP: $117|Avg: $10

105%

#68

Ryzen 5 7500F

MSRP: $179|Avg: $145

104%

#69

Core i3-4170T

MSRP: $117|Avg: $17

104%

#70

Core Ultra 5 245

MSRP: $319|Avg: $220

103%

#71

Core i3-6100T

MSRP: $117|Avg: $20

103%

#72

Ryzen 7 2700

MSRP: $299|Avg: $86

103%

#73

Core Ultra 7 265KF

MSRP: $379|Avg: $323

102%

#74

Core i5-4670R

MSRP: $224|Avg: $29

102%

#75

Core Ultra 7 265F

MSRP: $369|Avg: $276

100%

#76

Core i5-12400F

MSRP: $174|Avg: $110

100%

#77

FX-6330

MSRP: $109|Avg: $25

100%

#78

Core i3-3250T

MSRP: $138|Avg: $15

100%

#79

Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G

MSRP: $130|Avg: $80

99%

#80

Core i5-4670S

MSRP: $213|Avg: $30

99%

#81

Pentium Dual-Core E2160

MSRP: $84|Avg: $5

99%

#82

Ryzen 7 2700X

MSRP: $329|Avg: $100

98%

#83

Athlon II X3 440

MSRP: $75|Avg: $10

98%

#84

Core i3-10100F

MSRP: $88|Avg: $50

98%

#85

Ryzen 5 7400F

MSRP: $150|Avg: $147

98%

#86

Core i5-3350P

MSRP: $189|Avg: $25

97%

#87

Core i3-4160T

MSRP: $117|Avg: $18

97%

#88

Core i7-4785T

MSRP: $306|Avg: $32

97%

#89

Athlon X4 860K

MSRP: $80|Avg: $20

97%

#90

Athlon X4 750K

MSRP: $91|Avg: $17

96%

#91

Pentium G2100T

MSRP: $75|Avg: $10

95%

#92

Ryzen 5 9600X

MSRP: $279|Avg: $189

95%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for FX-6330 across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of FX-6330 specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The FX-6330 is a 6-core / 6-thread processor based on the Vishera (2012−2015) architecture, manufactured on a 32 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 4.2 GHz from a base frequency of 3.6 GHz— higher boost clocks directly translate to better single-threaded performance and responsiveness in gaming. It carries 8 MB (total) of L3 cache, plus 6 MB of L2 cache and 288 kB of L1 cache per core. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 4,433, placing it in the Entry Level performance tier as a Legacy generation product.

Specification	FX-6330
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units	6C / 6T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost	4.2 GHz
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency	3.6 GHz
ArchitectureCPU microarchitecture design	Vishera (2012−2015)
Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient	32 nm
L3 CacheShared cache — reduces memory latency for all cores	8 MB (total)
L2 CachePer-core fast cache for frequently accessed data	6 MB
L1 CacheUltra-fast per-core cache	288 kB
Die SizePhysical silicon area of the processor	315 mm2
Transistor CountMore transistors = more capabilities	1,200 million
64-bit Support	Yes
Windows 11 Compatible	No
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score	4,433

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Memory & Platform

The FX-6330 fits into the AM3+ socket and supports PCIe 2.0. It supports DDR3 memory.

Specification	FX-6330
TypeDesktop or Laptop processor	desktop
SocketMotherboard socket required	AM3+
PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidth	PCIe 2.0
RAM TypeSupported memory standard	DDR3
Max CPUs in ConfigMulti-socket support for servers	1

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Power & Cooling

The FX-6330 has a rated TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 125 Watt — this indicates the amount of heat generated under sustained load and determines what cooling solution is needed.

Specification	FX-6330
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload	125 Watt

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Value Analysis

At an average price of $25 (MSRP: $109), the FX-6330 delivers 177 PassMark points per dollar. Performance ranking position: #1951 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	FX-6330
MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price	$109
Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days	$25
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$69
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#1951
Release DateLaunch date	15 December 2015 (9 years ago)
Release Year	2015
DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD)	AMD
ManufacturerFabrication foundry (e.g. TSMC)	GlobalFoundries