FX-6330 vs Athlon 3000G
FX-6330
Athlon 3000G
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-6330 is positioned at rank #494 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-6330
Performance Per Dollar Athlon 3000G
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | FX-6330 | Athlon 3000G |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($25) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($60) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Vishera (2012−2015) / 32 nm) | ✨ Modern (Zen+ (2018−2019) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | FX-6330 | Athlon 3000G |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+139%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($25) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($60) |
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-6330 and Athlon 3000G
FX-6330
The FX-6330 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 15 December 2015 (9 years ago). It is based on the Vishera (2012−2015) architecture. It features 6 cores and 6 threads. Base frequency is 3.6 GHz, with boost up to 4.2 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 6 MB. Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: AM3+. Thermal design power (TDP): 125 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 4,433 points. Launch price was $69.
Athlon 3000G
The Athlon 3000G is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 21 November 2019 (6 years ago). It is based on the Zen+ (2018−2019) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.5 GHz, with boost up to 3.5 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR4 Dual-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 4,446 points. Launch price was $49.
Processing Power
The FX-6330 packs 6 cores / 6 threads, while the Athlon 3000G offers 2 cores / 4 threads — the FX-6330 has 4 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.2 GHz on the FX-6330 versus 3.5 GHz on the Athlon 3000G — a 18.2% clock advantage for the FX-6330 (base: 3.6 GHz vs 3.5 GHz). The FX-6330 uses the Vishera (2012−2015) architecture (32 nm), while the Athlon 3000G uses Zen+ (2018−2019) (14 nm). In PassMark, the FX-6330 scores 4,433 against the Athlon 3000G's 4,446 — a 0.3% lead for the Athlon 3000G. L3 cache: 8 MB (total) on the FX-6330 vs 4 MB (total) on the Athlon 3000G.
| Feature | FX-6330 | Athlon 3000G |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 6 / 6+200% | 2 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 4.2 GHz+20% | 3.5 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.6 GHz+3% | 3.5 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 8 MB (total)+100% | 4 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 6 MB+1100% | 512K (per core) |
| Process | 32 nm | 14 nm-56% |
| Architecture | Vishera (2012−2015) | Zen+ (2018−2019) |
| PassMark | 4,433 | 4,446 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 1,800 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 956 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 1,970 |
Memory & Platform
The FX-6330 uses the AM3+ socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Athlon 3000G uses AM4 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | FX-6330 | Athlon 3000G |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM3+ | AM4 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 3.0+50% |
| Max RAM Speed | — | 2666 |
| Max RAM Capacity | — | 64 |
| RAM Channels | — | 2 |
| ECC Support | — | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | — | 16 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: not specified (FX-6330) / true (Athlon 3000G). The Athlon 3000G includes integrated graphics (Radeon Vega 3 Graphics), while the FX-6330 requires a dedicated GPU. Direct competitor: Athlon 3000G rivals Pentium Gold G6400.
| Feature | FX-6330 | Athlon 3000G |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | — | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | Radeon Vega 3 Graphics |
| Unlocked | — | Yes |
| AVX-512 | — | No |
| Virtualization | — | true |
Value Analysis
The FX-6330 launched at $109 MSRP, while the Athlon 3000G debuted at $49. At current prices ($25 vs $60), the FX-6330 is $35 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the FX-6330 delivers 177.3 pts/$ vs 74.1 pts/$ for the Athlon 3000G — making the FX-6330 the 82.1% better value option.
| Feature | FX-6330 | Athlon 3000G |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $109 | $49-55% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $25-58% | $60 |
| Performance per Dollar | 177.3+139% | 74.1 |
| Release Date | 2015 | 2019 |
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