Core i7-4770R vs FX-8120
Core i7-4770R
FX-8120
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 i7-4770R is positioned at rank 833 and the FX-8120 is on rank 567, so the FX-8120 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Core i7-4770R
Performance Per Dollar FX-8120
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i7-4770R | FX-8120 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($89) | ✅ More affordable ($40) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Haswell (2013−2015) / 22 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Zambezi (2011−2012) / 32 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i7-4770R | FX-8120 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+124%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($89) | ✅ More affordable ($40) |
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 i7-4770R and FX-8120
Core i7-4770R
The Core i7-4770R is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2 June 2013 (12 years ago). It is based on the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.2 GHz, with boost up to 3.9 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1364. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 6,561 points. Launch price was $149.
FX-8120
The FX-8120 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 12 October 2011 (14 years ago). It is based on the Zambezi (2011−2012) architecture. It features 8 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.1 GHz, with boost up to 4 GHz. L3 cache: 8192 kB. L2 cache: 8192 kB. Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: AM3+. Thermal design power (TDP): 125 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 6,594 points. Launch price was $149.
Processing Power
The Core i7-4770R packs 4 cores / 8 threads, while the FX-8120 offers 8 cores / 8 threads — the FX-8120 has 4 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.9 GHz on the Core i7-4770R versus 4 GHz on the FX-8120 — a 2.5% clock advantage for the FX-8120 (base: 3.2 GHz vs 3.1 GHz). The Core i7-4770R uses the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture (22 nm), while the FX-8120 uses Zambezi (2011−2012) (32 nm). In PassMark, the Core i7-4770R scores 6,561 against the FX-8120's 6,594 — a 0.5% lead for the FX-8120. L3 cache: 6 MB (total) on the Core i7-4770R vs 8192 kB on the FX-8120.
| Feature | Core i7-4770R | FX-8120 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 8 | 8 / 8+100% |
| Boost Clock | 3.9 GHz | 4 GHz+3% |
| Base Clock | 3.2 GHz+3% | 3.1 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 6 MB (total) | 8192 kB+33% |
| L2 Cache | 256K (per core) | 8192 kB+3100% |
| Process | 22 nm-31% | 32 nm |
| Architecture | Haswell (2013−2015) | Zambezi (2011−2012) |
| PassMark | 6,561 | 6,594 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 1,163 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 3,204 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Core i7-4770R uses the BGA1364 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the FX-8120 uses AM3+ (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Core i7-4770R | FX-8120 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | BGA1364 | AM3+ |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0+50% | PCIe 2.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3L-1600 | — |
| Max RAM Capacity | 32 GB | — |
| RAM Channels | 2 | — |
| ECC Support | ❌ | — |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | — |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: Yes (Core i7-4770R) / not specified (FX-8120). The Core i7-4770R includes integrated graphics (Iris Pro Graphics 5200), while the FX-8120 requires a dedicated GPU.
| Feature | Core i7-4770R | FX-8120 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | — |
| IGPU Model | Iris Pro Graphics 5200 | — |
| AVX-512 | No | — |
| Virtualization | Yes | — |
Value Analysis
The Core i7-4770R launched at $360 MSRP, while the FX-8120 debuted at $205. At current prices ($89 vs $40), the FX-8120 is $49 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i7-4770R delivers 73.7 pts/$ vs 164.8 pts/$ for the FX-8120 — making the FX-8120 the 76.4% better value option.
| Feature | Core i7-4770R | FX-8120 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $360 | $205-43% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $89 | $40-55% |
| Performance per Dollar | 73.7 | 164.8+124% |
| Release Date | 2013 | 2011 |
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