FX-6100 vs Core i5-3335S
FX-6100
Core i5-3335S
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-6100 is positioned at rank 741 and the Core i5-3335S is on rank 877, so the FX-6100 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar FX-6100
Performance Per Dollar Core i5-3335S
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | FX-6100 | Core i5-3335S |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($25) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($30) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Zambezi (2011−2012) / 32 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) / 22 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | FX-6100 | Core i5-3335S |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+20%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($25) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($30) |
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-6100 and Core i5-3335S
FX-6100
The FX-6100 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 6 cores and 6 threads. Base frequency is 3.3 GHz, with boost up to 3.9 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 6 MB. Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: AM3+. Thermal design power (TDP): 95 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 3,686 points. Launch price was $69.
Core i5-3335S
The Core i5-3335S is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 November 2012 (13 years ago). It is based on the Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.7 GHz, with boost up to 3.2 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB (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: 3,672 points. Launch price was $69.
Processing Power
The FX-6100 packs 6 cores / 6 threads, while the Core i5-3335S offers 4 cores / 4 threads — the FX-6100 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.9 GHz on the FX-6100 versus 3.2 GHz on the Core i5-3335S — a 19.7% clock advantage for the FX-6100 (base: 3.3 GHz vs 2.7 GHz). The FX-6100 uses the Zambezi (2011−2012) architecture (32 nm), while the Core i5-3335S uses Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) (22 nm). In PassMark, the FX-6100 scores 3,686 against the Core i5-3335S's 3,672 — a 0.4% lead for the FX-6100. L3 cache: 8 MB (total) on the FX-6100 vs 6 MB (total) on the Core i5-3335S.
| Feature | FX-6100 | Core i5-3335S |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 6 / 6+50% | 4 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 3.9 GHz+22% | 3.2 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.3 GHz+22% | 2.7 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 8 MB (total)+33% | 6 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 6 MB+2300% | 256 kB (per core) |
| Process | 32 nm | 22 nm-31% |
| Architecture | Zambezi (2011−2012) | Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) |
| PassMark | 3,686 | 3,672 |
Memory & Platform
The FX-6100 uses the AM3+ socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Core i5-3335S uses LGA1155 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | FX-6100 | Core i5-3335S |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM3+ | LGA1155 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 3.0+50% |
Value Analysis
The FX-6100 launched at $165 MSRP, while the Core i5-3335S debuted at $225. At current prices ($25 vs $30), the FX-6100 is $5 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the FX-6100 delivers 147.4 pts/$ vs 122.4 pts/$ for the Core i5-3335S — making the FX-6100 the 18.6% better value option.
| Feature | FX-6100 | Core i5-3335S |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $165-27% | $225 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $25-17% | $30 |
| Performance per Dollar | 147.4+20% | 122.4 |
| Release Date | 2011 | 2012 |
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