FX-6350 vs Core 2 Extreme QX9770
FX-6350
Core 2 Extreme QX9770
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-6350 is positioned at rank 541 and the Core 2 Extreme QX9770 is on rank 1088, so the FX-6350 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar FX-6350
Performance Per Dollar Core 2 Extreme QX9770
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | FX-6350 | Core 2 Extreme QX9770 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($55) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($1,399) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Vishera (2012−2015) / 32 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Yorkfield (2007−2009) / 45 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | FX-6350 | Core 2 Extreme QX9770 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+2460%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($55) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($1,399) |
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-6350 and Core 2 Extreme QX9770
FX-6350
The FX-6350 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 29 April 2013 (12 years ago). It is based on the Vishera (2012−2015) architecture. It features 6 cores and 6 threads. Base frequency is 3.9 GHz, with boost up to 4.2 GHz. L2 cache: 6144 kB. Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: AM3+. Thermal design power (TDP): 125 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 4,640 points. Launch price was $69.
Core 2 Extreme QX9770
The Core 2 Extreme QX9770 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2008-01-01. It is based on the Yorkfield (2007−2009) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.2 GHz, with boost up to 3.2 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 12 MB (total). Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: LGA775. Thermal design power (TDP): 136 Watt. Memory support: DDR1, DDR2, DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 4,611 points. Launch price was $249.
Processing Power
The FX-6350 packs 6 cores / 6 threads, while the Core 2 Extreme QX9770 offers 4 cores / 4 threads — the FX-6350 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.2 GHz on the FX-6350 versus 3.2 GHz on the Core 2 Extreme QX9770 — a 27% clock advantage for the FX-6350 (base: 3.9 GHz vs 3.2 GHz). The FX-6350 uses the Vishera (2012−2015) architecture (32 nm), while the Core 2 Extreme QX9770 uses Yorkfield (2007−2009) (45 nm). In PassMark, the FX-6350 scores 4,640 against the Core 2 Extreme QX9770's 4,611 — a 0.6% lead for the FX-6350.
| Feature | FX-6350 | Core 2 Extreme QX9770 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 6 / 6+50% | 4 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 4.2 GHz+31% | 3.2 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.9 GHz+22% | 3.2 GHz |
| L3 Cache | — | 0 kB |
| L2 Cache | 6144 kB | 12 MB (total)+100% |
| Process | 32 nm-29% | 45 nm |
| Architecture | Vishera (2012−2015) | Yorkfield (2007−2009) |
| PassMark | 4,640 | 4,611 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 2,200 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 451 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 1,583 |
Memory & Platform
The FX-6350 uses the AM3+ socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Core 2 Extreme QX9770 uses LGA775 (PCIe 1.1) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | FX-6350 | Core 2 Extreme QX9770 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM3+ | LGA775 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0+82% | PCIe 1.1 |
| Max RAM Speed | — | DDR3-1600 |
| Max RAM Capacity | — | 16 GB |
| RAM Channels | — | 2 |
| ECC Support | — | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | — | 16 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: not specified (FX-6350) / VT-x (Core 2 Extreme QX9770). Primary use case: Core 2 Extreme QX9770 targets Enthusiast.
| Feature | FX-6350 | Core 2 Extreme QX9770 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | — | No |
| Unlocked | — | Yes |
| AVX-512 | — | No |
| Virtualization | — | VT-x |
| Target Use | — | Enthusiast |
Value Analysis
The FX-6350 launched at $132 MSRP, while the Core 2 Extreme QX9770 debuted at $1399. At current prices ($55 vs $1399), the FX-6350 is $1344 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the FX-6350 delivers 84.4 pts/$ vs 3.3 pts/$ for the Core 2 Extreme QX9770 — making the FX-6350 the 185% better value option.
| Feature | FX-6350 | Core 2 Extreme QX9770 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $132-91% | $1399 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $55-96% | $1399 |
| Performance per Dollar | 84.4+2458% | 3.3 |
| Release Date | 2013 | 2008 |
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