FX-6330 vs Ryzen 5 5600X

FX-6330

6 Cores6 Thrd125 WWMax: 4.2 GHz2015

Ryzen 5 5600X

6 Cores12 Thrd65 WWMax: 4.6 GHz2020

Performance Spectrum - CPU

FX-6330

6 / 6

4,433

0.0%

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7965WX

Ryzen 5 5600X

6 / 12

21,845

+392.8%

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX

Ryzen Threadripper 9960X

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.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar FX-6330

Ryzen 9 7950X

MSRP: $194|Avg: $20

7664%

Core i9-10900T

MSRP: $120|Avg: $5

7242%

Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE

MSRP: $423|Avg: $5

5258%

Ryzen Threadripper 3960X

MSRP: $1399|Avg: $85

1584%

Ryzen 9 9950X

MSRP: $649|Avg: $129

1255%

Ryzen 5 8400F

MSRP: $303|Avg: $55

1098%

Ryzen 7 PRO 2700

MSRP: $299|Avg: $60

629%

Ryzen 5 2600X

MSRP: $229|Avg: $55

621%

Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G

MSRP: $150|Avg: $60

565%

#10

Core Ultra 5 245KF

MSRP: $294|Avg: $189

565%

#11

Ryzen 5 5500

MSRP: $159|Avg: $85

559%

#12

Ryzen 5 3600

MSRP: $199|Avg: $80

544%

#13

Core i3-9100E

MSRP: $202|Avg: $30

536%

#14

Core Ultra 5 245K

MSRP: $319|Avg: $200

534%

#15

Core i3-8300T

MSRP: $138|Avg: $25

529%

#256

Ryzen 7 1700X

MSRP: $399|Avg: $60

96%

#371

Core 5 120UL

MSRP: $277|Avg: $270

96%

#372

Ryzen Embedded V3C14

MSRP: $305|Avg: $305

96%

#494

FX-6330

MSRP: $109|Avg: $25

100%

#495

Celeron G1630

MSRP: $42|Avg: $5

100%

#499

Pentium G4400

MSRP: $64|Avg: $85

98%

#501

Core i5-8600K

MSRP: $257|Avg: $100

97%

#506

Athlon II X4 651

MSRP: $92|Avg: $92

96%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 5 5600X

#24

Celeron G5925

MSRP: $62|Avg: $15

116%

#25

Ryzen 5 7500F

MSRP: $179|Avg: $145

114%

#26

Core Ultra 5 245

MSRP: $319|Avg: $220

113%

#27

Ryzen 7 2700

MSRP: $299|Avg: $86

112%

#28

Core Ultra 7 265KF

MSRP: $379|Avg: $323

112%

#29

Core Ultra 7 265F

MSRP: $369|Avg: $276

110%

#30

Core i5-12400F

MSRP: $174|Avg: $110

110%

#31

Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G

MSRP: $130|Avg: $80

108%

#32

Ryzen 7 2700X

MSRP: $329|Avg: $100

108%

#33

Core i3-10100F

MSRP: $88|Avg: $50

108%

#34

Ryzen 5 7400F

MSRP: $150|Avg: $147

107%

#35

Ryzen 5 9600X

MSRP: $279|Avg: $178

104%

#36

Ryzen 7 3800X

MSRP: $399|Avg: $140

102%

#37

Ryzen 3 5300G

MSRP: $130|Avg: $80

101%

#38

Ryzen 9 7900X

MSRP: $549|Avg: $316

100%

#39

Ryzen 5 5600X

MSRP: $299|Avg: $135

100%

#40

Core i5-14600KF

MSRP: $304|Avg: $239

100%

#41

Ryzen 7 5800

MSRP: $349|Avg: $160

99%

#42

Core i3-14100F

MSRP: $109|Avg: $96

99%

#43

Ryzen 7 3700X

MSRP: $329|Avg: $140

99%

#44

Ryzen 5 7600X

MSRP: $299|Avg: $178

98%

#45

Ryzen 3 3100

MSRP: $99|Avg: $75

98%

#46

Core i5-13490F

MSRP: $235|Avg: $170

97%

#47

Ryzen 5 5600F

MSRP: $99|Avg: $129

97%

#48

Ryzen 9 PRO 3900

MSRP: $499|Avg: $200

97%

#49

Ryzen 3 4300GE

MSRP: $94|Avg: $72

96%

#50

Ryzen 5 PRO 2400GE

MSRP: $169|Avg: $50

96%

#51

Core Ultra 5 225

MSRP: $240|Avg: $200

96%

#52

Core i5-11500

MSRP: $192|Avg: $110

96%

#53

Core i3-12100F

MSRP: $97|Avg: $90

96%

#54

Core Ultra 7 265

MSRP: $384|Avg: $320

96%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

About PassMark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Generational Difference: This comparison involves processors from different technological eras. The Ryzen 5 5600X (2020) utilizes 7 nm, 12 nm technology and DDR4, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	FX-6330	Ryzen 5 5600X
Gaming	❌ Lower gaming performance	✅ Superior gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	✅ More affordable ($25)	⚠️ Higher cost ($135)
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Vishera (2012−2015) / 32 nm)	✨ Modern (Vermeer (Zen 3) (2020−2022) / 7 nm, 12 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The FX-6330 (2015) relies on 32 nm technology and DDR3, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	FX-6330	Ryzen 5 5600X
Cost Efficiency	✅ Better overall value (+10%)	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅ More affordable ($25)	⚠️ Higher cost ($135)

Performance Check

Paired with RTX 4090

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.

FX-6330 Benchmark Check

Ryzen 5 5600X Benchmark Check

Check FPS for your specific build

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of FX-6330 and Ryzen 5 5600X

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.

Ryzen 5 5600X

The Ryzen 5 5600X is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 5 November 2020 (5 years ago). It is based on the Vermeer (Zen 3) (2020−2022) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 3.7 GHz, with boost up to 4.6 GHz. L3 cache: 32 MB. L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 7 nm, 12 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 21,845 points. Launch price was $299.

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Processing Power

The FX-6330 packs 6 cores / 6 threads, matching the Ryzen 5 5600X's 6 cores. Boost clocks reach 4.2 GHz on the FX-6330 versus 4.6 GHz on the Ryzen 5 5600X — a 9.1% clock advantage for the Ryzen 5 5600X (base: 3.6 GHz vs 3.7 GHz). The FX-6330 uses the Vishera (2012−2015) architecture (32 nm), while the Ryzen 5 5600X uses Vermeer (Zen 3) (2020−2022) (7 nm, 12 nm). In PassMark, the FX-6330 scores 4,433 against the Ryzen 5 5600X's 21,845 — a 132.5% lead for the Ryzen 5 5600X. L3 cache: 8 MB (total) on the FX-6330 vs 32 MB on the Ryzen 5 5600X.

Feature	FX-6330	Ryzen 5 5600X
Cores / Threads	6 / 6	6 / 12
Boost Clock	4.2 GHz	4.6 GHz+10%
Base Clock	3.6 GHz	3.7 GHz+3%
L3 Cache	8 MB (total)	32 MB+300%
L2 Cache	6 MB+1100%	512K (per core)
Process	32 nm	7 nm, 12 nm-78%
Architecture	Vishera (2012−2015)	Vermeer (Zen 3) (2020−2022)
PassMark	4,433	21,845+393%

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Memory & Platform

The FX-6330 uses the AM3+ socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Ryzen 5 5600X uses AM4 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.

Feature	FX-6330	Ryzen 5 5600X
Socket	AM3+	AM4
PCIe Generation	PCIe 2.0	PCIe 4.0+100%
Max RAM Speed	—	DDR4-3200
Max RAM Capacity	—	128 GB
RAM Channels	—	2
ECC Support	—	✅
PCIe Lanes	—	24

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Advanced Features

Virtualization: not specified (FX-6330) / AMD-V (Ryzen 5 5600X). Primary use case: Ryzen 5 5600X targets Desktop.

Feature	FX-6330	Ryzen 5 5600X
Integrated GPU	—	No
Unlocked	—	Yes
AVX-512	—	No
Virtualization	—	AMD-V
Target Use	—	Desktop

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Value Analysis

The FX-6330 launched at $109 MSRP, while the Ryzen 5 5600X debuted at $299. At current prices ($25 vs $135), the FX-6330 is $110 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the FX-6330 delivers 177.3 pts/$ vs 161.8 pts/$ for the Ryzen 5 5600X — making the FX-6330 the 9.1% better value option.