Core i3-8300 vs FX-9370
Core i3-8300
FX-9370
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
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Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Core i3-8300
Performance Per Dollar FX-9370
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i3-8300 | FX-9370 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($136) | ✅ More affordable ($60) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Coffee Lake (2017−2019) / 14 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Vishera (2012−2015) / 32 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i3-8300 | FX-9370 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+127%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($136) | ✅ More affordable ($60) |
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 i3-8300 and FX-9370
Core i3-8300
The Core i3-8300 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 14 February 2018 (7 years ago). It is based on the Coffee Lake (2017−2019) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.7 GHz, with boost up to 3.7 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1151. Thermal design power (TDP): 62 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2400. Passmark benchmark score: 6,370 points. Launch price was $138.
FX-9370
The FX-9370 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 6 July 2013 (12 years ago). It is based on the Vishera (2012−2015) architecture. It features 8 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 4.4 GHz, with boost up to 4.7 GHz. L2 cache: 8192 kB. Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: AM3+. Thermal design power (TDP): 220 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 6,374 points. Launch price was $149.
Processing Power
The Core i3-8300 packs 4 cores / 4 threads, while the FX-9370 offers 8 cores / 8 threads — the FX-9370 has 4 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.7 GHz on the Core i3-8300 versus 4.7 GHz on the FX-9370 — a 23.8% clock advantage for the FX-9370 (base: 3.7 GHz vs 4.4 GHz). The Core i3-8300 uses the Coffee Lake (2017−2019) architecture (14 nm), while the FX-9370 uses Vishera (2012−2015) (32 nm). In PassMark, the Core i3-8300 scores 6,370 against the FX-9370's 6,374 — a 0.1% lead for the FX-9370.
| Feature | Core i3-8300 | FX-9370 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 4 | 8 / 8+100% |
| Boost Clock | 3.7 GHz | 4.7 GHz+27% |
| Base Clock | 3.7 GHz | 4.4 GHz+19% |
| L3 Cache | 8 MB (total) | — |
| L2 Cache | 256K (per core) | 8192 kB+3100% |
| Process | 14 nm-56% | 32 nm |
| Architecture | Coffee Lake (2017−2019) | Vishera (2012−2015) |
| PassMark | 6,370 | 6,374 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 1,327 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Core i3-8300 uses the LGA1151 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the FX-9370 uses AM3+ (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Core i3-8300 | FX-9370 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1151 | AM3+ |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0+50% | PCIe 2.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4-2400 | — |
| Max RAM Capacity | 64 GB | — |
| RAM Channels | 2 | — |
| ECC Support | ✅ | — |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | — |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Core i3-8300) / not specified (FX-9370). The Core i3-8300 includes integrated graphics (UHD Graphics 630), while the FX-9370 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i3-8300 targets Mainstream Desktop. Direct competitor: Core i3-8300 rivals Ryzen 3 2300X.
| Feature | Core i3-8300 | FX-9370 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | — |
| IGPU Model | UHD Graphics 630 | — |
| Unlocked | No | — |
| AVX-512 | No | — |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d, EPT | — |
| Target Use | Mainstream Desktop | — |
Value Analysis
The Core i3-8300 launched at $138 MSRP, while the FX-9370 debuted at $42. At current prices ($136 vs $60), the FX-9370 is $76 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i3-8300 delivers 46.8 pts/$ vs 106.2 pts/$ for the FX-9370 — making the FX-9370 the 77.6% better value option.
| Feature | Core i3-8300 | FX-9370 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $138 | $42-70% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $136 | $60-56% |
| Performance per Dollar | 46.8 | 106.2+127% |
| Release Date | 2018 | 2013 |
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