Core i3-4360T vs FX-9830P
Core i3-4360T
FX-9830P
Performance Spectrum - CPU
About PassMark
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.
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. The Core i3-4360T is positioned at rank 709 and the FX-9830P is on rank 835, so the Core i3-4360T offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Core i3-4360T
Performance Per Dollar FX-9830P
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i3-4360T | FX-9830P |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($40) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($45) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Haswell (2013−2015) / 22 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Bristol Ridge (2016−2019) / 28 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i3-4360T | FX-9830P |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+12%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($40) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($45) |
Performance Check
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.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of Core i3-4360T and FX-9830P
Core i3-4360T
The Core i3-4360T is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 21 July 2014 (11 years ago). It is based on the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.2 GHz, with boost up to 3.2 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1150. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 3,294 points. Launch price was $69.
FX-9830P
The FX-9830P is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 31 May 2016 (9 years ago). It is based on the Bristol Ridge (2016−2019) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3 GHz, with boost up to 3.7 GHz. L2 cache: 1 MB (per module). Built on 28 nm process technology. Socket: FP4. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR3, DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 3,298 points. Launch price was $69.
Processing Power
The Core i3-4360T packs 2 cores / 4 threads, while the FX-9830P offers 4 cores / 4 threads — the FX-9830P has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.2 GHz on the Core i3-4360T versus 3.7 GHz on the FX-9830P — a 14.5% clock advantage for the FX-9830P (base: 3.2 GHz vs 3 GHz). The Core i3-4360T uses the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture (22 nm), while the FX-9830P uses Bristol Ridge (2016−2019) (28 nm). In PassMark, the Core i3-4360T scores 3,294 against the FX-9830P's 3,298 — a 0.1% lead for the FX-9830P.
| Feature | Core i3-4360T | FX-9830P |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 4 | 4 / 4+100% |
| Boost Clock | 3.2 GHz | 3.7 GHz+16% |
| Base Clock | 3.2 GHz+7% | 3 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 4 MB (total) | — |
| L2 Cache | 256 kB (per core) | 1 MB (per module)+300% |
| Process | 22 nm-21% | 28 nm |
| Architecture | Haswell (2013−2015) | Bristol Ridge (2016−2019) |
| PassMark | 3,294 | 3,298 |
Memory & Platform
The Core i3-4360T uses the LGA1150 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the FX-9830P uses FP4 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Core i3-4360T | FX-9830P |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1150 | FP4 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1600 | — |
| Max RAM Capacity | 32 GB | — |
| RAM Channels | 2 | — |
| ECC Support | ✅ | — |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | — |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: VT-x, VT-d (Core i3-4360T) / not specified (FX-9830P). The Core i3-4360T includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics 4600), while the FX-9830P requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i3-4360T targets Desktop.
| Feature | Core i3-4360T | FX-9830P |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | — |
| IGPU Model | HD Graphics 4600 | — |
| Unlocked | No | — |
| AVX-512 | No | — |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | — |
| Target Use | Desktop | — |
Value Analysis
The Core i3-4360T launched at $138 MSRP, while the FX-9830P debuted at $150. At current prices ($40 vs $45), the Core i3-4360T is $5 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i3-4360T delivers 82.3 pts/$ vs 73.3 pts/$ for the FX-9830P — making the Core i3-4360T the 11.6% better value option.
| Feature | Core i3-4360T | FX-9830P |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $138-8% | $150 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $40-11% | $45 |
| Performance per Dollar | 82.3+12% | 73.3 |
| Release Date | 2014 | 2016 |
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