FX-4350 vs Core i5-2400S
FX-4350
Core i5-2400S
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 FX-4350 is positioned at rank 660 and the Core i5-2400S is on rank 713, so the FX-4350 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar FX-4350
Performance Per Dollar Core i5-2400S
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | FX-4350 | Core i5-2400S |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($140) | ✅ More affordable ($10) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Vishera (2012−2015) / 32 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) / 32 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | FX-4350 | Core i5-2400S |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+1301%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($140) | ✅ More affordable ($10) |
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 FX-4350 and Core i5-2400S
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.
Core i5-2400S
The Core i5-2400S is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 9 January 2011 (14 years ago). It is based on the Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.5 GHz, with boost up to 3.3 GHz. L3 cache: 6144 kB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1155. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 3,187 points. Launch price was $141.
Processing Power
Both the FX-4350 and Core i5-2400S share an identical 4-core/4-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 4.3 GHz on the FX-4350 versus 3.3 GHz on the Core i5-2400S — a 26.3% clock advantage for the FX-4350 (base: 4.2 GHz vs 2.5 GHz). The FX-4350 uses the Vishera (2012−2015) architecture (32 nm), while the Core i5-2400S uses Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) (32 nm). In PassMark, the FX-4350 scores 3,184 against the Core i5-2400S's 3,187 — a 0.1% lead for the Core i5-2400S. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 504 vs 578, a 13.7% lead for the Core i5-2400S that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 1,289 vs 1,966 (41.6% advantage for the Core i5-2400S).
| Feature | FX-4350 | Core i5-2400S |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 4 | 4 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 4.3 GHz+30% | 3.3 GHz |
| Base Clock | 4.2 GHz+68% | 2.5 GHz |
| L3 Cache | — | 6144 kB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 4096 kB+1500% | 256 kB (per core) |
| Process | 32 nm | 32 nm |
| Architecture | Vishera (2012−2015) | Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) |
| PassMark | 3,184 | 3,187 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 1,965 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 504 | 578+15% |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 1,289 | 1,966+53% |
Memory & Platform
The FX-4350 uses the AM3+ socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Core i5-2400S uses LGA1155 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR3-1866 memory speed. Both support up to 32 GB of RAM. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. Both provide 16 PCIe lanes. Chipset compatibility: AMD 970,990X,990FX (FX-4350) and H61,H67,P67,Z68,B75,Z77 (Core i5-2400S).
| Feature | FX-4350 | Core i5-2400S |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM3+ | LGA1155 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 2.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1866 | DDR3-1333 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 32 GB | 32 GB |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | 16 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization support: AMD-V (FX-4350) vs Yes (Core i5-2400S). The Core i5-2400S includes integrated graphics (Intel HD Graphics 2000), while the FX-4350 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: FX-4350 targets Gaming.
| Feature | FX-4350 | Core i5-2400S |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | Intel HD Graphics 2000 |
| Unlocked | Yes | — |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | AMD-V | Yes |
| Target Use | Gaming | — |
Value Analysis
The FX-4350 launched at $122 MSRP, while the Core i5-2400S debuted at $135. At current prices ($140 vs $10), the Core i5-2400S is $130 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the FX-4350 delivers 22.7 pts/$ vs 318.7 pts/$ for the Core i5-2400S — making the Core i5-2400S the 173.4% better value option.
| Feature | FX-4350 | Core i5-2400S |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $122-10% | $135 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $140 | $10-93% |
| Performance per Dollar | 22.7 | 318.7+1304% |
| Release Date | 2013 | 2011 |
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