FX-8120 vs Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G
FX-8120
Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G
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-8120 is positioned at rank #567 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-8120
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | FX-8120 | Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($40) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($76) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Zambezi (2011−2012) / 32 nm) | ✨ Modern (Zen (2017−2020) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | FX-8120 | Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+88%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($40) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($76) |
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-8120 and Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G
FX-8120
The FX-8120 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 12 October 2011 (14 years ago). It is based on the Zambezi (2011−2012) architecture. It features 8 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.1 GHz, with boost up to 4 GHz. L3 cache: 8192 kB. L2 cache: 8192 kB. Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: AM3+. Thermal design power (TDP): 125 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 6,594 points. Launch price was $149.
Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G
The Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 10 May 2018 (7 years ago). It is based on the Zen (2017−2020) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Max frequency: 3.5 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB. L2 cache: 2 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2933. Passmark benchmark score: 6,661 points. Launch price was $149.
Processing Power
The FX-8120 packs 8 cores / 8 threads, while the Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G offers 4 cores / 4 threads — the FX-8120 has 4 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4 GHz on the FX-8120 versus 3.5 GHz on the Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G — a 13.3% clock advantage for the FX-8120. The FX-8120 uses the Zambezi (2011−2012) architecture (32 nm), while the Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G uses Zen (2017−2020) (14 nm). In PassMark, the FX-8120 scores 6,594 against the Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G's 6,661 — a 1% lead for the Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G. L3 cache: 8192 kB on the FX-8120 vs 4 MB on the Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G.
| Feature | FX-8120 | Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 8 / 8+100% | 4 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 4 GHz+14% | 3.5 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.1 GHz | — |
| L3 Cache | 8192 kB+100% | 4 MB |
| L2 Cache | 8192 kB+300% | 2 MB |
| Process | 32 nm | 14 nm-56% |
| Architecture | Zambezi (2011−2012) | Zen (2017−2020) |
| PassMark | 6,594 | 6,661+1% |
Memory & Platform
The FX-8120 uses the AM3+ socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G uses AM4 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | FX-8120 | Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM3+ | AM4 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 3.0+50% |
Value Analysis
The FX-8120 launched at $205 MSRP, while the Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G debuted at $294. At current prices ($40 vs $76), the FX-8120 is $36 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the FX-8120 delivers 164.8 pts/$ vs 87.6 pts/$ for the Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G — making the FX-8120 the 61.2% better value option.
| Feature | FX-8120 | Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $205-30% | $294 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $40-47% | $76 |
| Performance per Dollar | 164.8+88% | 87.6 |
| Release Date | 2011 | 2018 |
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