Core i5-8365UE vs FX-8320

Core i5-8365UE

4 Cores8 Thrd15 WWMax: 4.1 GHz2019

FX-8320

8 Cores8 Thrd125 WWMax: 4 GHz2012

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Core i5-8365UE

4 / 8

5,435

0.0%

5,472

+0.7%

Athlon X4 830

Athlon X4 880K

Ryzen Embedded R1606G

FX-8140

Ryzen 7 5700

Ryzen AI Max PRO 390

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3975WX

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.

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 i5-8365UE is positioned at rank 919 and the FX-8320 is on rank 566, so the FX-8320 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar Core i5-8365UE

#907

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

1603%

#908

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

1580%

#909

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

1450%

#910

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

1444%

#911

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

1430%

#913

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

1381%

#914

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

1325%

#915

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

1322%

#916

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

1287%

#919

Core i5-8365UE

MSRP: $297|Avg: $297

100%

#921

A6 Pro-7050B

MSRP: $100|Avg: $15

99%

#923

Athlon II N370

MSRP: $60|Avg: $10

99%

#928

A8-6410

MSRP: $100|Avg: $40

97%

#933

Athlon X2 L310

MSRP: $100|Avg: $20

95%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar FX-8320

Ryzen 9 7950X

MSRP: $194|Avg: $20

9627%

Core i9-10900T

MSRP: $120|Avg: $5

9096%

Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE

MSRP: $423|Avg: $5

6605%

Ryzen Threadripper 3960X

MSRP: $1399|Avg: $85

1990%

Ryzen 9 9950X

MSRP: $649|Avg: $129

1576%

Ryzen 5 8400F

MSRP: $303|Avg: $55

1379%

Ryzen 7 PRO 2700

MSRP: $299|Avg: $60

790%

Ryzen 5 2600X

MSRP: $229|Avg: $55

779%

Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G

MSRP: $150|Avg: $60

710%

#10

Core Ultra 5 245KF

MSRP: $294|Avg: $189

710%

#11

Ryzen 5 5500

MSRP: $159|Avg: $85

702%

#12

Ryzen 5 3600

MSRP: $199|Avg: $80

683%

#13

Core i3-9100E

MSRP: $202|Avg: $30

673%

#14

Core Ultra 5 245K

MSRP: $319|Avg: $200

670%

#15

Core i3-8300T

MSRP: $138|Avg: $25

664%

#566

FX-8320

MSRP: $169|Avg: $50

100%

#567

FX-8120

MSRP: $205|Avg: $40

99%

#568

Core i3-7100T

MSRP: $117|Avg: $39

99%

#569

Pentium E2220

MSRP: $32|Avg: $32

99%

#571

Pentium G620T

MSRP: $64|Avg: $90

99%

#572

Pentium G4500T

MSRP: $75|Avg: $20

99%

#573

Core i5-7500

MSRP: $199|Avg: $65

99%

#574

Core i7-7700

MSRP: $272|Avg: $102

98%

#575

Celeron G1610T

MSRP: $42|Avg: $42

98%

#576

Athlon X4 750K

MSRP: $91|Avg: $17

98%

#577

Core i7-7700K

MSRP: $305|Avg: $140

97%

#578

Core i5-7600K

MSRP: $217|Avg: $84

97%

#579

FX-6300

MSRP: $132|Avg: $35

97%

#581

Core i3-6100T

MSRP: $117|Avg: $20

96%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

About PassMark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Generational Difference: This comparison involves processors from different technological eras. The Core i5-8365UE (2019) utilizes 14 nm technology and DDR4, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Core i5-8365UE	FX-8320
Gaming	✅ Superior gaming performance	❌ Lower gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	⚠️ Higher cost ($297)	✅ More affordable ($50)
Longevity	✨ Modern (Whiskey Lake-U (2018−2019) / 14 nm)	🛑 Legacy (Vishera (2012−2015) / 32 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The FX-8320 (2012) relies on 32 nm technology and DDR3, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Core i5-8365UE	FX-8320
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	✅ Better overall value (+498%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️ Higher cost ($297)	✅ More affordable ($50)

Performance Check

Paired with RTX 4090

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.

Core i5-8365UE Benchmark Check

FX-8320 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core i5-8365UE and FX-8320

Core i5-8365UE

The Core i5-8365UE is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 16 April 2019 (6 years ago). It is based on the Whiskey Lake-U (2018−2019) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 1.6 GHz, with boost up to 4.1 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1528. Thermal design power (TDP): 15 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 5,435 points. Launch price was $297.

FX-8320

The FX-8320 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 23 October 2012 (13 years ago). It is based on the Vishera (2012−2015) architecture. It features 8 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.5 GHz, with boost up to 4 GHz. L2 cache: 8192 kB. Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: AM3+. Thermal design power (TDP): 125 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 5,472 points. Launch price was $149.

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Processing Power

The Core i5-8365UE packs 4 cores / 8 threads, while the FX-8320 offers 8 cores / 8 threads — the FX-8320 has 4 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.1 GHz on the Core i5-8365UE versus 4 GHz on the FX-8320 — a 2.5% clock advantage for the Core i5-8365UE (base: 1.6 GHz vs 3.5 GHz). The Core i5-8365UE uses the Whiskey Lake-U (2018−2019) architecture (14 nm), while the FX-8320 uses Vishera (2012−2015) (32 nm). In PassMark, the Core i5-8365UE scores 5,435 against the FX-8320's 5,472 — a 0.7% lead for the FX-8320.

Feature	Core i5-8365UE	FX-8320
Cores / Threads	4 / 8	8 / 8+100%
Boost Clock	4.1 GHz+2%	4 GHz
Base Clock	1.6 GHz	3.5 GHz+119%
L3 Cache	6 MB (total)	—
L2 Cache	256 kB (per core)	8192 kB+3100%
Process	14 nm-56%	32 nm
Architecture	Whiskey Lake-U (2018−2019)	Vishera (2012−2015)
PassMark	5,435	5,472
Cinebench R23 Multi	—	4,500
Geekbench 6 Single	—	458
Geekbench 6 Multi	—	1,791

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Memory & Platform

The Core i5-8365UE uses the FCBGA1528 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the FX-8320 uses AM3+ (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.

Feature	Core i5-8365UE	FX-8320
Socket	FCBGA1528	AM3+
PCIe Generation	PCIe 3.0+50%	PCIe 2.0
Max RAM Speed	—	DDR3-1866
Max RAM Capacity	—	32 GB
RAM Channels	—	2
ECC Support	—	❌
PCIe Lanes	—	16

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Advanced Features

Virtualization: not specified (Core i5-8365UE) / AMD-V (FX-8320). Primary use case: FX-8320 targets Productivity. Direct competitor: FX-8320 rivals Core i5-3570.

Feature	Core i5-8365UE	FX-8320
Integrated GPU	—	No
Unlocked	—	Yes
AVX-512	—	No
Virtualization	—	AMD-V
Target Use	—	Productivity

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Value Analysis

The Core i5-8365UE launched at $297 MSRP, while the FX-8320 debuted at $169. At current prices ($297 vs $50), the FX-8320 is $247 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i5-8365UE delivers 18.3 pts/$ vs 109.4 pts/$ for the FX-8320 — making the FX-8320 the 142.7% better value option.