Core i7-930 vs FX-4300
Core i7-930
FX-4300
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 i7-930 is positioned at rank 996 and the FX-4300 is on rank 696, so the FX-4300 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Core i7-930
Performance Per Dollar FX-4300
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i7-930 | FX-4300 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($20) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($25) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Bloomfield (2008−2010) / 45 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Vishera (2012−2015) / 32 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i7-930 | FX-4300 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+25%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($20) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($25) |
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 i7-930 and FX-4300
Core i7-930
The Core i7-930 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 28 February 2010 (15 years ago). It is based on the Bloomfield (2008−2010) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 2.8 GHz, with boost up to 3.06 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1366. Thermal design power (TDP): 130 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 2,993 points. Launch price was $80.
FX-4300
The FX-4300 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 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.8 GHz, with boost up to 4 GHz. L2 cache: 4096 kB. Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: AM3+. Thermal design power (TDP): 95 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 2,995 points. Launch price was $122.
Processing Power
The Core i7-930 packs 4 cores / 8 threads, matching the FX-4300's 4 cores. Boost clocks reach 3.06 GHz on the Core i7-930 versus 4 GHz on the FX-4300 — a 26.6% clock advantage for the FX-4300 (base: 2.8 GHz vs 3.8 GHz). The Core i7-930 uses the Bloomfield (2008−2010) architecture (45 nm), while the FX-4300 uses Vishera (2012−2015) (32 nm). In PassMark, the Core i7-930 scores 2,993 against the FX-4300's 2,995 — a 0.1% lead for the FX-4300.
| Feature | Core i7-930 | FX-4300 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 8 | 4 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 3.06 GHz | 4 GHz+31% |
| Base Clock | 2.8 GHz | 3.8 GHz+36% |
| L3 Cache | 8 MB (total) | — |
| L2 Cache | 256 kB (per core) | 4096 kB+1500% |
| Process | 45 nm | 32 nm-29% |
| Architecture | Bloomfield (2008−2010) | Vishera (2012−2015) |
| PassMark | 2,993 | 2,995 |
Memory & Platform
The Core i7-930 uses the LGA1366 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the FX-4300 uses AM3+ (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Core i7-930 | FX-4300 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1366 | AM3+ |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 2.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1066 | — |
| Max RAM Capacity | 24 GB | — |
| RAM Channels | 3 | — |
| ECC Support | ❌ | — |
| PCIe Lanes | 36 | — |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: VT-x, VT-d (Core i7-930) / not specified (FX-4300). Primary use case: Core i7-930 targets Desktop.
| Feature | Core i7-930 | FX-4300 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | — |
| Unlocked | No | — |
| AVX-512 | No | — |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | — |
| Target Use | Desktop | — |
Value Analysis
The Core i7-930 launched at $294 MSRP, while the FX-4300 debuted at $122. At current prices ($20 vs $25), the Core i7-930 is $5 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i7-930 delivers 149.7 pts/$ vs 119.8 pts/$ for the FX-4300 — making the Core i7-930 the 22.2% better value option.
| Feature | Core i7-930 | FX-4300 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $294 | $122-59% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $20-20% | $25 |
| Performance per Dollar | 149.7+25% | 119.8 |
| Release Date | 2010 | 2012 |
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