Core i5-2400S vs FX-4350
Core i5-2400S
FX-4350
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 i5-2400S is positioned at rank 713 and the FX-4350 is on rank 660, so the FX-4350 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Core i5-2400S
Performance Per Dollar FX-4350
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i5-2400S | FX-4350 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($10) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($140) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) / 32 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Vishera (2012−2015) / 32 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i5-2400S | FX-4350 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+1301%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($10) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($140) |
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 i5-2400S and FX-4350
Core i5-2400S
The Core i5-2400S is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 9 January 2011 (14 years ago). It is based on the Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.5 GHz, with boost up to 3.3 GHz. L3 cache: 6144 kB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1155. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 3,187 points. Launch price was $141.
FX-4350
The FX-4350 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 29 April 2013 (12 years ago). It is based on the Vishera (2012−2015) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 4.2 GHz, with boost up to 4.3 GHz. L2 cache: 4096 kB. Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: AM3+. Thermal design power (TDP): 125 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 3,184 points. Launch price was $69.
Processing Power
Both the Core i5-2400S and FX-4350 share an identical 4-core/4-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 3.3 GHz on the Core i5-2400S versus 4.3 GHz on the FX-4350 — a 26.3% clock advantage for the FX-4350 (base: 2.5 GHz vs 4.2 GHz). The Core i5-2400S uses the Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) architecture (32 nm), while the FX-4350 uses Vishera (2012−2015) (32 nm). In PassMark, the Core i5-2400S scores 3,187 against the FX-4350's 3,184 — a 0.1% lead for the Core i5-2400S. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 578 vs 504, a 13.7% lead for the Core i5-2400S that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 1,966 vs 1,289 (41.6% advantage for the Core i5-2400S).
| Feature | Core i5-2400S | FX-4350 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 4 | 4 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 3.3 GHz | 4.3 GHz+30% |
| Base Clock | 2.5 GHz | 4.2 GHz+68% |
| L3 Cache | 6144 kB (total) | — |
| L2 Cache | 256 kB (per core) | 4096 kB+1500% |
| Process | 32 nm | 32 nm |
| Architecture | Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) | Vishera (2012−2015) |
| PassMark | 3,187 | 3,184 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | 1,965 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 578+15% | 504 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 1,966+53% | 1,289 |
Memory & Platform
The Core i5-2400S uses the LGA1155 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the FX-4350 uses AM3+ (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR3-1333 memory speed. Both support up to 32 GB of RAM. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. Both provide 16 PCIe lanes. Chipset compatibility: H61,H67,P67,Z68,B75,Z77 (Core i5-2400S) and AMD 970,990X,990FX (FX-4350).
| Feature | Core i5-2400S | FX-4350 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1155 | AM3+ |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 2.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1333 | DDR3-1866 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 32 GB | 32 GB |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | 16 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization support: Yes (Core i5-2400S) vs AMD-V (FX-4350). The Core i5-2400S includes integrated graphics (Intel HD Graphics 2000), while the FX-4350 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: FX-4350 targets Gaming.
| Feature | Core i5-2400S | FX-4350 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | No |
| IGPU Model | Intel HD Graphics 2000 | — |
| Unlocked | — | Yes |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | Yes | AMD-V |
| Target Use | — | Gaming |
Value Analysis
The Core i5-2400S launched at $135 MSRP, while the FX-4350 debuted at $122. At current prices ($10 vs $140), the Core i5-2400S is $130 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i5-2400S delivers 318.7 pts/$ vs 22.7 pts/$ for the FX-4350 — making the Core i5-2400S the 173.4% better value option.
| Feature | Core i5-2400S | FX-4350 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $135 | $122-10% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $10-93% | $140 |
| Performance per Dollar | 318.7+1304% | 22.7 |
| Release Date | 2011 | 2013 |
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