FX-7600P vs Core i5-670

FX-7600P

4 Cores4 Thrd35 WWMax: 3.6 GHz2014

Core i5-670

2 Cores4 Thrd73 WWMax: 3.73 GHz2010

Performance Spectrum - CPU

FX-7600P

4 / 4

2,557

+0.2%

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7955WX

Ryzen Threadripper 3990X

Core i5-670

2 / 4

2,553

0.0%

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-7600P is positioned at rank 939 and the Core i5-670 is on rank 1013, so the FX-7600P offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.

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-7600P

#927

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

1721%

#928

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

1696%

#929

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

1557%

#930

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

1550%

#931

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

1535%

#933

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

1483%

#934

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

1422%

#935

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

1419%

#936

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

1381%

#939

FX-7600P

MSRP: $150|Avg: $45

100%

#940

Athlon II M300

MSRP: $100|Avg: $10

100%

#944

Athlon Neo X2 L335

MSRP: $80|Avg: $15

98%

#945

Core i7-3610QE

MSRP: $315|Avg: $105

97%

#948

A8-8600P

MSRP: $150|Avg: $30

96%

#950

FX-9800P

MSRP: $150|Avg: $45

96%

#951

Celeron 1020E

MSRP: $86|Avg: $20

96%

#954

Core i7-5850EQ

MSRP: $435|Avg: $370

95%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Core i5-670

Ryzen 9 7950X

MSRP: $194|Avg: $20

34674%

Core i9-10900T

MSRP: $120|Avg: $5

32763%

Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE

MSRP: $423|Avg: $5

23789%

Ryzen Threadripper 3960X

MSRP: $1399|Avg: $85

7167%

Ryzen 9 9950X

MSRP: $649|Avg: $129

5677%

Ryzen 5 8400F

MSRP: $303|Avg: $55

4966%

Ryzen 7 PRO 2700

MSRP: $299|Avg: $60

2844%

Ryzen 5 2600X

MSRP: $229|Avg: $55

2807%

Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G

MSRP: $150|Avg: $60

2556%

#10

Core Ultra 5 245KF

MSRP: $294|Avg: $189

2556%

#11

Ryzen 5 5500

MSRP: $159|Avg: $85

2527%

#12

Ryzen 5 3600

MSRP: $199|Avg: $80

2459%

#13

Core i3-9100E

MSRP: $202|Avg: $30

2425%

#14

Core Ultra 5 245K

MSRP: $319|Avg: $200

2415%

#15

Core i3-8300T

MSRP: $138|Avg: $25

2393%

#1013

Core i5-670

MSRP: $284|Avg: $100

100%

#1014

Core i5-680

MSRP: $294|Avg: $10

99%

#1015

Core 2 Duo E4300

MSRP: $113|Avg: $5

99%

#1017

Core 2 Duo E4500

MSRP: $133|Avg: $10

97%

#1019

Core 2 Duo E7600

MSRP: $133|Avg: $50

96%

#1020

Core i7-3970X

MSRP: $990|Avg: $60

96%

#1021

Core 2 Duo E8700

MSRP: $256|Avg: $30

96%

#1022

Core 2 Duo E6550

MSRP: $163|Avg: $20

95%

#1023

Phenom X3 8450

MSRP: $145|Avg: $147

94%

#1024

Core i7-3960X

MSRP: $999|Avg: $60

94%

#1025

Celeron 2.70

MSRP: $49|Avg: $49

93%

#1027

A10 PRO-7850B

MSRP: $426|Avg: $140

90%

#1028

Core 2 Quad Q8200

MSRP: $224|Avg: $36

90%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

About PassMark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Performance Trade-off: The Core i5-670 leads in gaming performance. However, the FX-7600P is the stronger candidate for professional workloads, offering 0.2% greater multi-core processing power.

Insight	FX-7600P	Core i5-670
Gaming	❌ Lower gaming performance	✅ Superior gaming performance
Workstation	✅ Better multi-core power	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks
Price	✅ More affordable ($45)	⚠️ Higher cost ($100)
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Kaveri (2014−2015) / 28 nm)	🛑 Legacy (Clarkdale (2010−2011) / 32 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

Efficiency: Even within a comparison of older hardware, the FX-7600P stands out as the superior choice. It is effectively 55% cheaper ($45 vs $100) while identifying as the stronger performer.

Insight	FX-7600P	Core i5-670
Cost Efficiency	✅ Better overall value (+123%)	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅ More affordable ($45)	⚠️ Higher cost ($100)

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-7600P Benchmark Check

Core i5-670 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of FX-7600P and Core i5-670

FX-7600P

The FX-7600P is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 4 June 2014 (11 years ago). It is based on the Kaveri (2014−2015) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.7 GHz, with boost up to 3.6 GHz. L2 cache: 4096 kB. Built on 28 nm process technology. Socket: FP3. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-2133. Passmark benchmark score: 2,557 points. Launch price was $69.

Core i5-670

The Core i5-670 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 7 January 2010 (15 years ago). It is based on the Clarkdale (2010−2011) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.46 GHz, with boost up to 3.73 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1156. Thermal design power (TDP): 73 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 2,553 points. Launch price was $252.

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Processing Power

The FX-7600P packs 4 cores / 4 threads, while the Core i5-670 offers 2 cores / 4 threads — the FX-7600P has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.6 GHz on the FX-7600P versus 3.73 GHz on the Core i5-670 — a 3.5% clock advantage for the Core i5-670 (base: 2.7 GHz vs 3.46 GHz). The FX-7600P uses the Kaveri (2014−2015) architecture (28 nm), while the Core i5-670 uses Clarkdale (2010−2011) (32 nm). In PassMark, the FX-7600P scores 2,557 against the Core i5-670's 2,553 — a 0.2% lead for the FX-7600P.

Feature	FX-7600P	Core i5-670
Cores / Threads	4 / 4+100%	2 / 4
Boost Clock	3.6 GHz	3.73 GHz+4%
Base Clock	2.7 GHz	3.46 GHz+28%
L3 Cache	—	4 MB (total)
L2 Cache	4096 kB+1500%	256 kB (per core)
Process	28 nm-13%	32 nm
Architecture	Kaveri (2014−2015)	Clarkdale (2010−2011)
PassMark	2,557	2,553
Geekbench 6 Single	—	638

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Memory & Platform

The FX-7600P uses the FP3 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i5-670 uses LGA1156 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.

Feature	FX-7600P	Core i5-670
Socket	FP3	LGA1156
PCIe Generation	PCIe 3.0+50%	PCIe 2.0
Max RAM Speed	—	DDR3-1333
Max RAM Capacity	—	16 GB
RAM Channels	—	2
ECC Support	—	❌
PCIe Lanes	—	16

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Advanced Features

Virtualization: not specified (FX-7600P) / VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Core i5-670). The Core i5-670 includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics), while the FX-7600P requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i5-670 targets Legacy Desktop. Direct competitor: Core i5-670 rivals Phenom II X4 955.

Feature	FX-7600P	Core i5-670
Integrated GPU	—	Yes
IGPU Model	—	HD Graphics
Unlocked	—	No
AVX-512	—	No
Virtualization	—	VT-x, VT-d, EPT
Target Use	—	Legacy Desktop

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Value Analysis

The FX-7600P launched at $150 MSRP, while the Core i5-670 debuted at $284. At current prices ($45 vs $100), the FX-7600P is $55 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the FX-7600P delivers 56.8 pts/$ vs 25.5 pts/$ for the Core i5-670 — making the FX-7600P the 76% better value option.