FX-6300 vs Core i5-10210Y
FX-6300
Core i5-10210Y
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-6300 is positioned at rank 579 and the Core i5-10210Y is on rank 429, so the Core i5-10210Y offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
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Performance Per Dollar FX-6300
Performance Per Dollar Core i5-10210Y
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | FX-6300 | Core i5-10210Y |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($35) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Vishera (2012−2015) / 32 nm) | ✨ Modern (Comet Lake-Y (2019) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | FX-6300 | Core i5-10210Y |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($35) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
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-6300 and Core i5-10210Y
FX-6300
The FX-6300 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 6 cores and 6 threads. Base frequency is 3.5 GHz, with boost up to 3.8 GHz. L3 cache: 8192 kB. L2 cache: 6144 kB. Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: AM3+. Thermal design power (TDP): 95 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-1866. Passmark benchmark score: 4,137 points. Launch price was $132.
Core i5-10210Y
The Core i5-10210Y is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 21 August 2019 (6 years ago). It is based on the Comet Lake-Y (2019) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 1 GHz, with boost up to 4 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: UTFCBGA1377. Thermal design power (TDP): 7 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 4,131 points. Launch price was $69.
Processing Power
The FX-6300 packs 6 cores / 6 threads, while the Core i5-10210Y offers 4 cores / 8 threads — the FX-6300 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.8 GHz on the FX-6300 versus 4 GHz on the Core i5-10210Y — a 5.1% clock advantage for the Core i5-10210Y (base: 3.5 GHz vs 1 GHz). The FX-6300 uses the Vishera (2012−2015) architecture (32 nm), while the Core i5-10210Y uses Comet Lake-Y (2019) (14 nm). In PassMark, the FX-6300 scores 4,137 against the Core i5-10210Y's 4,131 — a 0.1% lead for the FX-6300. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 534 vs 1,079, a 67.6% lead for the Core i5-10210Y that directly translates to higher frame rates. L3 cache: 8192 kB on the FX-6300 vs 6 MB (total) on the Core i5-10210Y.
| Feature | FX-6300 | Core i5-10210Y |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 6 / 6+50% | 4 / 8 |
| Boost Clock | 3.8 GHz | 4 GHz+5% |
| Base Clock | 3.5 GHz+250% | 1 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 8192 kB+33% | 6 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 6144 kB+2300% | 256K (per core) |
| Process | 32 nm | 14 nm-56% |
| Architecture | Vishera (2012−2015) | Comet Lake-Y (2019) |
| PassMark | 4,137 | 4,131 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 534 | 1,079+102% |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 2,380 |
Memory & Platform
The FX-6300 uses the AM3+ socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Core i5-10210Y uses UTFCBGA1377 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3-1866 on the FX-6300 versus LPDDR3 2133 MHz on the Core i5-10210Y — the Core i5-10210Y supports 200% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The FX-6300 supports up to 32 GB of RAM compared to 16 GB — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 0 (FX-6300) vs 10 (Core i5-10210Y) — the Core i5-10210Y offers 10 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: AMD 990FX,AMD 970 (FX-6300) and SoC (Core i5-10210Y).
| Feature | FX-6300 | Core i5-10210Y |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM3+ | UTFCBGA1377 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 3.0+50% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1866 | LPDDR3 2133 MHz |
| Max RAM Capacity | 32 GB+100% | 16 GB |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 0 | 10 |
Advanced Features
Only the FX-6300 has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Virtualization support: AMD-V (FX-6300) vs true (Core i5-10210Y). The Core i5-10210Y includes integrated graphics (Intel UHD Graphics 615), while the FX-6300 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i5-10210Y targets Mobile Low Power.
| Feature | FX-6300 | Core i5-10210Y |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | Intel UHD Graphics 615 |
| Unlocked | Yes | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | AMD-V | true |
| Target Use | — | Mobile Low Power |
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