Core i7-4600M vs FX-4350
Core i7-4600M
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 i7-4600M is positioned at rank 71 and the FX-4350 is on rank 660, so the Core i7-4600M offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Core i7-4600M
Performance Per Dollar FX-4350
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i7-4600M | FX-4350 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($140) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Haswell (2013−2015) / 22 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Vishera (2012−2015) / 32 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i7-4600M | FX-4350 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ 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 i7-4600M and FX-4350
Core i7-4600M
The Core i7-4600M is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 September 2013 (12 years ago). It is based on the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.9 GHz, with boost up to 3.6 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: PGA946. Thermal design power (TDP): 37 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 3,204 points. Launch price was $346.
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
The Core i7-4600M packs 2 cores / 4 threads, while the FX-4350 offers 4 cores / 4 threads — the FX-4350 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.6 GHz on the Core i7-4600M versus 4.3 GHz on the FX-4350 — a 17.7% clock advantage for the FX-4350 (base: 2.9 GHz vs 4.2 GHz). The Core i7-4600M uses the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture (22 nm), while the FX-4350 uses Vishera (2012−2015) (32 nm). In PassMark, the Core i7-4600M scores 3,204 against the FX-4350's 3,184 — a 0.6% lead for the Core i7-4600M. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 1,025 vs 504, a 68.1% lead for the Core i7-4600M that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 2,132 vs 1,289 (49.3% advantage for the Core i7-4600M).
| Feature | Core i7-4600M | FX-4350 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 4 | 4 / 4+100% |
| Boost Clock | 3.6 GHz | 4.3 GHz+19% |
| Base Clock | 2.9 GHz | 4.2 GHz+45% |
| L3 Cache | 4 MB (total) | — |
| L2 Cache | 256K (per core) | 4096 kB+1500% |
| Process | 22 nm-31% | 32 nm |
| Architecture | Haswell (2013−2015) | Vishera (2012−2015) |
| PassMark | 3,204 | 3,184 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | 656 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 1,025+103% | 504 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 2,132+65% | 1,289 |
Memory & Platform
The Core i7-4600M uses the PGA946 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the FX-4350 uses AM3+ (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3L 1600 MHz on the Core i7-4600M versus DDR3-1866 on the FX-4350 — the Core i7-4600M supports 200% 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. Both provide 16 PCIe lanes. Chipset compatibility: Intel HM86,Intel HM87,Intel QM87 (Core i7-4600M) and AMD 970,990X,990FX (FX-4350).
| Feature | Core i7-4600M | FX-4350 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | PGA946 | AM3+ |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0+50% | PCIe 2.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3L 1600 MHz | DDR3-1866 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 32 GB | 32 GB |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | 16 |
Advanced Features
Only the FX-4350 has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Virtualization support: true (Core i7-4600M) vs AMD-V (FX-4350). The Core i7-4600M includes integrated graphics (Intel HD Graphics 4600), while the FX-4350 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i7-4600M targets Mobile, FX-4350 targets Gaming.
| Feature | Core i7-4600M | FX-4350 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | No |
| IGPU Model | Intel HD Graphics 4600 | — |
| Unlocked | No | Yes |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | true | AMD-V |
| Target Use | Mobile | Gaming |
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