Core i7-3770S vs FX-8370

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GPU

Core i7-3770S

4 Cores8 Thrd65 WWMax: 3.9 GHz2012

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FX-8370

8 Cores8 Thrd125 WWMax: 4.3 GHz2014

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Core i7-3770S vs FX-8370 Performance Spectrum

Core i7-3770S

4 / 8

6,173

0.0%

6,184

+0.2%

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Core i7-3770S vs FX-8370 FPS Benchmarks

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

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Core i7-3770S vs FX-8370: Pros, Cons & Final Verdict

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

Core i7-3770S

2012

Why buy it

✅+18.4% higher Cinebench R23 multi-core.
✅Draws 65W instead of 125W, a 60W reduction.
✅Integrated graphics onboard with HD Graphics 4000, while FX-8370 needs a discrete GPU.

Trade-offs

❌Worse for gaming: lower average FPS than FX-8370 across 50 shared CPU benchmark tests.
❌Lower PassMark per dollar, at 24.7 vs 31.1 PassMark/$ ($250 MSRP vs $199 MSRP).

FX-8370

2014

Why buy it

✅Better for gaming: +11.9% higher average FPS across 50 shared CPU benchmark tests.
✅Costs $51 less on MSRP ($199 MSRP vs $250 MSRP).
✅Delivers 25.9% more PassMark for each dollar spent, at 31.1 vs 24.7 PassMark/$ ($199 MSRP vs $250 MSRP).
✅25% more PCIe lanes (20 vs 16) for storage and expansion-heavy builds.

Trade-offs

❌Lower Cinebench R23 multi-core (3,800 vs 4,500).
❌92.3% higher power demand at 125W vs 65W.
❌No integrated graphics, while Core i7-3770S can still boot and troubleshoot without a discrete GPU.

Quick Answers

So, is FX-8370 better than Core i7-3770S?

It depends on what you want from the system. For gaming, FX-8370 is ahead with a 11.9% average FPS lead across 50 shared CPU game tests in our data. For rendering, compiling, streaming, and heavier multitasking, Core i7-3770S pulls ahead with 18.4% better Cinebench R23 multi-core.

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

For streaming, content creation, and heavier multitasking, Core i7-3770S is the stronger fit. You are getting 18.4% better Cinebench R23 multi-core, backed by 4 cores and 8 threads.

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

FX-8370 is the better buy right now. FX-8370 comes in $51 cheaper on MSRP at $199 MSRP versus $250 MSRP, and it still gives you a 11.9% average FPS lead across 50 shared CPU game tests in our data. The compromise is that Core i7-3770S is still stronger for heavier multi-core work with 18.4% better Cinebench R23 multi-core. It is also 25.9% better value on MSRP (31.1 vs 24.7 PassMark/$), 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-8370 makes more sense long term for 2026 and beyond. You are getting a newer CPU generation (2014 vs 2012). That makes it the safer long-term bet.

Core i7-3770S vs FX-8370 Technical Specifications

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

Core i7-3770S

The Core i7-3770S is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 29 April 2012 (13 years ago). It is based on the Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.1 GHz, with boost up to 3.9 GHz. L3 cache: 8192 kB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1155. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 6,173 points. Launch price was $330.

FX-8370

The FX-8370 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 4 GHz, with boost up to 4.3 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: 6,184 points. Launch price was $199.

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Processing Power

The Core i7-3770S packs 4 cores / 8 threads, while the FX-8370 offers 8 cores / 8 threads — the FX-8370 has 4 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.9 GHz on the Core i7-3770S versus 4.3 GHz on the FX-8370 — a 9.8% clock advantage for the FX-8370 (base: 3.1 GHz vs 4 GHz). The Core i7-3770S uses the Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) architecture (22 nm), while the FX-8370 uses Vishera (2012−2015) (32 nm). In PassMark, the Core i7-3770S scores 6,173 against the FX-8370's 6,184 — a 0.2% lead for the FX-8370. Cinebench R23 multi-core: 4,500 vs 3,800 (16.9% advantage for the Core i7-3770S). Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 694 vs 520, a 28.7% lead for the Core i7-3770S that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 2,303 vs 2,050 (11.6% advantage for the Core i7-3770S).

Feature	Core i7-3770S	FX-8370
Cores / Threads	4 / 8	8 / 8+100%
Boost Clock	3.9 GHz	4.3 GHz+10%
Base Clock	3.1 GHz	4 GHz+29%
L3 Cache	8192 kB (total)	—
L2 Cache	256 kB (per core)	8192 kB+3100%
Process	22 nm-31%	32 nm
Architecture	Ivy Bridge (2012−2013)	Vishera (2012−2015)
PassMark	6,173	6,184
Cinebench R23 Multi	4,500+18%	3,800
Geekbench 6 Single	694+33%	520
Geekbench 6 Multi	2,303+12%	2,050

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Memory & Platform

The Core i7-3770S uses the LGA1155 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the FX-8370 uses AM3+ (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3-1600 on the Core i7-3770S versus DDR3-1866 on the FX-8370 — the FX-8370 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 i7-3770S) vs 20 (FX-8370) — the FX-8370 offers 4 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: Z77,H77,B75,Z68,P67,H67 (Core i7-3770S) and 970,990FX,990X (FX-8370).

Feature	Core i7-3770S	FX-8370
Socket	LGA1155	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	20+25%

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Advanced Features

Only the FX-8370 has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d (Core i7-3770S) vs AMD-V (FX-8370). The Core i7-3770S includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics 4000), while the FX-8370 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i7-3770S targets Budget, FX-8370 targets Legacy Gaming. Direct competitor: FX-8370 rivals Core i5-6400.

Feature	Core i7-3770S	FX-8370
Integrated GPU	Yes	No
IGPU Model	HD Graphics 4000	None
Unlocked	No	Yes
AVX-512	No	No
Virtualization	VT-x, VT-d	AMD-V
Target Use	Budget	Legacy Gaming

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Value Analysis

At launch, the Core i7-3770S was priced at $250, while the FX-8370 came in at $199. On launch pricing ($250 vs $199), FX-8370 was $51 cheaper. In terms of value on MSRP (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i7-3770S delivers 24.7 pts/$ vs 31.1 pts/$ for the FX-8370 — making the FX-8370 the 22.9% better value option.

Feature	Core i7-3770S	FX-8370
MSRP	$250	$199-20%
Performance per Dollar	24.7	31.1+26%
Release Date	2012	2014

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