FX-6350 vs Core i3-9100TE
FX-6350
Core i3-9100TE
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-6350 is positioned at rank #541 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-6350
Performance Per Dollar Core i3-9100TE
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | FX-6350 | Core i3-9100TE |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($55) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($60) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Vishera (2012−2015) / 32 nm) | ✨ Modern (Coffee Lake (2017−2019) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | FX-6350 | Core i3-9100TE |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+10%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($55) | ⚠️ 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-6350 and Core i3-9100TE
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 i3-9100TE
The Core i3-9100TE is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 April 2019 (6 years ago). It is based on the Coffee Lake (2017−2019) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.2 GHz, with boost up to 3.2 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1151. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2400. Passmark benchmark score: 4,589 points. Launch price was $69.
Processing Power
The FX-6350 packs 6 cores / 6 threads, while the Core i3-9100TE 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 i3-9100TE — a 27% clock advantage for the FX-6350 (base: 3.9 GHz vs 2.2 GHz). The FX-6350 uses the Vishera (2012−2015) architecture (32 nm), while the Core i3-9100TE uses Coffee Lake (2017−2019) (14 nm). In PassMark, the FX-6350 scores 4,640 against the Core i3-9100TE's 4,589 — a 1.1% lead for the FX-6350.
| Feature | FX-6350 | Core i3-9100TE |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 6 / 6+50% | 4 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 4.2 GHz+31% | 3.2 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.9 GHz+77% | 2.2 GHz |
| L3 Cache | — | 6 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 6144 kB+2300% | 256K (per core) |
| Process | 32 nm | 14 nm-56% |
| Architecture | Vishera (2012−2015) | Coffee Lake (2017−2019) |
| PassMark | 4,640+1% | 4,589 |
Memory & Platform
The FX-6350 uses the AM3+ socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Core i3-9100TE uses LGA1151 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | FX-6350 | Core i3-9100TE |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM3+ | LGA1151 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 3.0+50% |
| Max RAM Speed | — | DDR4-2400 |
| Max RAM Capacity | — | 64 GB |
| RAM Channels | — | 2 |
| ECC Support | — | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | — | 16 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: not specified (FX-6350) / VT-x (Core i3-9100TE). The Core i3-9100TE includes integrated graphics (UHD Graphics 630), while the FX-6350 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i3-9100TE targets Embedded.
| Feature | FX-6350 | Core i3-9100TE |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | — | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | UHD Graphics 630 |
| Unlocked | — | No |
| AVX-512 | — | No |
| Virtualization | — | VT-x |
| Target Use | — | Embedded |
Value Analysis
The FX-6350 launched at $132 MSRP, while the Core i3-9100TE debuted at $122. At current prices ($55 vs $60), the FX-6350 is $5 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the FX-6350 delivers 84.4 pts/$ vs 76.5 pts/$ for the Core i3-9100TE — making the FX-6350 the 9.8% better value option.
| Feature | FX-6350 | Core i3-9100TE |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $132 | $122-8% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $55-8% | $60 |
| Performance per Dollar | 84.4+10% | 76.5 |
| Release Date | 2013 | 2019 |
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