Core i5-4460 vs FX-8320E

CPU

GPU

Core i5-4460

4 Cores4 Thrd84 WWMax: 3.4 GHz2014

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FX-8320E

8 Cores8 Thrd95 WWMax: 4 GHz2014

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Core i5-4460 vs FX-8320E Performance Spectrum

Core i5-4460

4 / 4

4,915

0.0%

Celeron Dual-Core T1400

4,960

+0.9%

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7965WX

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.

Core i5-4460 vs FX-8320E FPS Benchmarks

Predicted gaming performance across popular games. Tested paired with GeForce RTX 5090 to isolate CPU performance.

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Core i5-4460 vs FX-8320E: Pros, Cons & Final Verdict

See where each CPU makes more sense in practice: gaming, heavier work, platform cost, power draw, and upgrade path.

Core i5-4460

2014

Why buy it

✅+67.3% higher Geekbench multi-core.
✅Draws 84W instead of 95W, a 11W reduction.
✅100+% more PCIe lanes (16 vs 0) for storage and expansion-heavy builds.
✅Integrated graphics onboard with HD 4600, while FX-8320E needs a discrete GPU.

Trade-offs

❌Worse for gaming: lower average FPS than FX-8320E across 50 shared CPU benchmark tests.
❌Lower PassMark per dollar, at 27.0 vs 33.7 PassMark/$ ($182 MSRP vs $147 MSRP).

FX-8320E

2014

Why buy it

✅Better for gaming: +18.7% higher average FPS across 50 shared CPU benchmark tests.
✅Costs $35 less on MSRP ($147 MSRP vs $182 MSRP).
✅Delivers 24.9% more PassMark for each dollar spent, at 33.7 vs 27.0 PassMark/$ ($147 MSRP vs $182 MSRP).

Trade-offs

❌Lower Geekbench multi-core (1,734 vs 2,901).
❌No integrated graphics, while Core i5-4460 can still boot and troubleshoot without a discrete GPU.

Quick Answers

So, is FX-8320E better than Core i5-4460?

It depends on what you want from the system. For gaming, FX-8320E is ahead with a 18.7% average FPS lead across 50 shared CPU game tests in our data. For rendering, compiling, streaming, and heavier multitasking, Core i5-4460 pulls ahead with 67.3% better Geekbench multi-core.

Which one is better for streaming, content creation, and heavy multitasking?

For streaming, content creation, and heavier multitasking, Core i5-4460 is the stronger fit. You are getting 67.3% better Geekbench multi-core, backed by 4 cores and 4 threads.

Which one is the smarter buy today, not just the cheaper CPU?

FX-8320E is the better buy right now. FX-8320E comes in $35 cheaper on MSRP at $147 MSRP versus $182 MSRP, and it still gives you a 18.7% average FPS lead across 50 shared CPU game tests in our data. The compromise is that Core i5-4460 is still stronger for heavier multi-core work with 67.3% better Geekbench multi-core. It is also 24.9% better value on MSRP (33.7 vs 27.0 PassMark/$), so you are getting the faster CPU without taking a value hit on paper.

Which one is more future-proof for 2026 and beyond?

FX-8320E is the safer long-term CPU choice because it gives you more room to grow and a better platform outlook.

Core i5-4460 vs FX-8320E Technical Specifications

Side-by-side specs, architecture details, clocks, memory, power, and platform differences.

Core i5-4460

The Core i5-4460 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 11 May 2014 (11 years ago). It is based on the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.2 GHz, with boost up to 3.4 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1150. Thermal design power (TDP): 84 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 4,915 points. Launch price was $182.

FX-8320E

The FX-8320E is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2 September 2014 (11 years ago). It is based on the Vishera (2012−2015) architecture. It features 8 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.2 GHz, with boost up to 4 GHz. L2 cache: 8192 kB. Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: AM3+. Thermal design power (TDP): 95 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 4,960 points. Launch price was $147.

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Processing Power

The Core i5-4460 packs 4 cores / 4 threads, while the FX-8320E offers 8 cores / 8 threads — the FX-8320E has 4 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.4 GHz on the Core i5-4460 versus 4 GHz on the FX-8320E — a 16.2% clock advantage for the FX-8320E (base: 3.2 GHz vs 3.2 GHz). The Core i5-4460 uses the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture (22 nm), while the FX-8320E uses Vishera (2012−2015) (32 nm). In PassMark, the Core i5-4460 scores 4,915 against the FX-8320E's 4,960 — a 0.9% lead for the FX-8320E. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 1,104 vs 439, a 86.2% lead for the Core i5-4460 that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 2,901 vs 1,734 (50.4% advantage for the Core i5-4460).

Feature	Core i5-4460	FX-8320E
Cores / Threads	4 / 4	8 / 8+100%
Boost Clock	3.4 GHz	4 GHz+18%
Base Clock	3.2 GHz	3.2 GHz
L3 Cache	6 MB (total)	—
L2 Cache	256 kB (per core)	8192 kB+3100%
Process	22 nm-31%	32 nm
Architecture	Haswell (2013−2015)	Vishera (2012−2015)
PassMark	4,915	4,960
Cinebench R23 Multi	512	—
Geekbench 6 Single	1,104+151%	439
Geekbench 6 Multi	2,901+67%	1,734

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Memory & Platform

The Core i5-4460 uses the LGA1150 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the FX-8320E uses AM3+ (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3-1600 on the Core i5-4460 versus DDR3-1866 on the FX-8320E — the FX-8320E supports 16.6% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. Both support up to 32 GB of RAM. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 16 (Core i5-4460) vs 0 (FX-8320E) — the Core i5-4460 offers 16 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: H81,B85,H87,Z87,H97,Z97 (Core i5-4460) and AMD 990FX,AMD 970 (FX-8320E).

Feature	Core i5-4460	FX-8320E
Socket	LGA1150	AM3+
PCIe Generation	PCIe 3.0+50%	PCIe 2.0
Max RAM Speed	DDR3-1600	DDR3-1866+17%
Max RAM Capacity	32 GB	32 GB
RAM Channels	2	2
ECC Support	No	No
PCIe Lanes	16	0

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Advanced Features

Only the FX-8320E has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d (Core i5-4460) vs AMD-V (FX-8320E). The Core i5-4460 includes integrated graphics (HD 4600), while the FX-8320E requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i5-4460 targets Budget. Direct competitor: Core i5-4460 rivals Core i5-4440.

Feature	Core i5-4460	FX-8320E
Integrated GPU	Yes	No
IGPU Model	HD 4600	—
Unlocked	No	Yes
AVX-512	No	No
Virtualization	VT-x, VT-d	AMD-V
Target Use	Budget	—

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Value Analysis

At launch, the Core i5-4460 was priced at $182, while the FX-8320E came in at $147. On launch pricing ($182 vs $147), FX-8320E was $35 cheaper. In terms of value on MSRP (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i5-4460 delivers 27.0 pts/$ vs 33.7 pts/$ for the FX-8320E — making the FX-8320E the 22.2% better value option.

Feature	Core i5-4460	FX-8320E
MSRP	$182	$147-19%
Performance per Dollar	27.0	33.7+25%
Release Date	2014	2014

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