CPU
GPU
FX-6300
Ryzen Embedded R1606G
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. The FX-6300 is positioned at rank #579 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar FX-6300
Performance Per Dollar
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | FX-6300 | Ryzen Embedded R1606G |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($35) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Vishera (2012−2015) / 32 nm) | ✨ Modern (Zen (2017−2020) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | FX-6300 | Ryzen Embedded R1606G |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Ryzen Embedded R1606G
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.
Ryzen Embedded R1606G
The Ryzen Embedded R1606G is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 25 February 2020 (5 years ago). It is based on the Zen (2017−2020) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.6 GHz, with boost up to 3.5 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: FP5. Thermal design power (TDP): 25 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2400. Passmark benchmark score: 4,162 points. Launch price was $69.
Processing Power
The FX-6300 packs 6 cores / 6 threads, while the Ryzen Embedded R1606G offers 2 cores / 4 threads — the FX-6300 has 4 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.8 GHz on the FX-6300 versus 3.5 GHz on the Ryzen Embedded R1606G — a 8.2% clock advantage for the FX-6300 (base: 3.5 GHz vs 2.6 GHz). The FX-6300 uses the Vishera (2012−2015) architecture (32 nm), while the Ryzen Embedded R1606G uses Zen (2017−2020) (14 nm). In PassMark, the FX-6300 scores 4,137 against the Ryzen Embedded R1606G's 4,162 — a 0.6% lead for the Ryzen Embedded R1606G. L3 cache: 8192 kB on the FX-6300 vs 4 MB (total) on the Ryzen Embedded R1606G.
| Feature | FX-6300 | Ryzen Embedded R1606G |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 6 / 6+200% | 2 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 3.8 GHz+9% | 3.5 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.5 GHz+35% | 2.6 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 8192 kB+100% | 4 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 6144 kB+1100% | 512 kB (per core) |
| Process | 32 nm | 14 nm-56% |
| Architecture | Vishera (2012−2015) | Zen (2017−2020) |
| PassMark | 4,137 | 4,162 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 534 | — |
Memory & Platform
The FX-6300 uses the AM3+ socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Ryzen Embedded R1606G uses FP5 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | FX-6300 | Ryzen Embedded R1606G |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM3+ | FP5 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 3.0+50% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1866 | — |
| Max RAM Capacity | 32 GB | — |
| RAM Channels | 2 | — |
| ECC Support | ❌ | — |
| PCIe Lanes | 0 | — |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: AMD-V (FX-6300) / not specified (Ryzen Embedded R1606G).
| Feature | FX-6300 | Ryzen Embedded R1606G |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | — |
| Unlocked | Yes | — |
| AVX-512 | No | — |
| Virtualization | AMD-V | — |
Value Analysis
The FX-6300 launched at $132 MSRP, while the Ryzen Embedded R1606G debuted at $0. At current prices ($35 vs $0), the Ryzen Embedded R1606G is $35 cheaper.
| Feature | FX-6300 | Ryzen Embedded R1606G |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $132 | $0-100% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $35 | $0-100% |
| Performance per Dollar | 118.2 | — |
| Release Date | 2012 | 2019 |
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