Core i3-8350K vs Athlon Gold 3150G
Core i3-8350K
Athlon Gold 3150G
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. The Core i3-8350K is positioned at rank #629 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Core i3-8350K
Performance Per Dollar Athlon Gold 3150G
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i3-8350K | Athlon Gold 3150G |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($250) | ✅ More affordable ($80) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Coffee Lake (2017−2019) / 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Picasso (2019−2022) / 12 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i3-8350K | Athlon Gold 3150G |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+213%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($250) | ✅ More affordable ($80) |
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 i3-8350K and Athlon Gold 3150G
Core i3-8350K
The Core i3-8350K is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 5 October 2017 (8 years ago). It is based on the Coffee Lake (2017−2019) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 4 GHz, with boost up to 4 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1151. Thermal design power (TDP): 91 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2400. Passmark benchmark score: 6,911 points. Launch price was $168.
Athlon Gold 3150G
The Athlon Gold 3150G is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2009-01-01. It is based on the Picasso (2019−2022) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.5 GHz, with boost up to 3.9 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 12 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2933. Passmark benchmark score: 6,922 points. Launch price was $149.
Processing Power
Both the Core i3-8350K and Athlon Gold 3150G share an identical 4-core/4-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 4 GHz on the Core i3-8350K versus 3.9 GHz on the Athlon Gold 3150G — a 2.5% clock advantage for the Core i3-8350K (base: 4 GHz vs 3.5 GHz). The Core i3-8350K uses the Coffee Lake (2017−2019) architecture (14 nm), while the Athlon Gold 3150G uses Picasso (2019−2022) (12 nm). In PassMark, the Core i3-8350K scores 6,911 against the Athlon Gold 3150G's 6,922 — a 0.2% lead for the Athlon Gold 3150G. L3 cache: 8 MB (total) on the Core i3-8350K vs 4 MB (total) on the Athlon Gold 3150G.
| Feature | Core i3-8350K | Athlon Gold 3150G |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 4 | 4 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 4 GHz+3% | 3.9 GHz |
| Base Clock | 4 GHz+14% | 3.5 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 8 MB (total)+100% | 4 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 256K (per core) | 512 kB (per core)+100% |
| Process | 14 nm | 12 nm-14% |
| Architecture | Coffee Lake (2017−2019) | Picasso (2019−2022) |
| PassMark | 6,911 | 6,922 |
Memory & Platform
The Core i3-8350K uses the LGA1151 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Athlon Gold 3150G uses AM4 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Core i3-8350K | Athlon Gold 3150G |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1151 | AM4 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | — | DDR4-2933 |
| Max RAM Capacity | — | 64 GB |
| RAM Channels | — | 2 |
| ECC Support | — | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | — | 8 |
Advanced Features
The Athlon Gold 3150G includes integrated graphics (AMD Radeon Vega 3), while the Core i3-8350K requires a dedicated GPU.
| Feature | Core i3-8350K | Athlon Gold 3150G |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | — | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | AMD Radeon Vega 3 |
Value Analysis
The Core i3-8350K launched at $250 MSRP, while the Athlon Gold 3150G debuted at $100. At current prices ($250 vs $80), the Athlon Gold 3150G is $170 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i3-8350K delivers 27.6 pts/$ vs 86.5 pts/$ for the Athlon Gold 3150G — making the Athlon Gold 3150G the 103.1% better value option.
| Feature | Core i3-8350K | Athlon Gold 3150G |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $250 | $100-60% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $250 | $80-68% |
| Performance per Dollar | 27.6 | 86.5+213% |
| Release Date | 2017 | 2020 |
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