FX-8320E vs Ryzen Embedded V2A46
FX-8320E
Ryzen Embedded V2A46
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-8320E is positioned at rank #555 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-8320E
Performance Per Dollar
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | FX-8320E | Ryzen Embedded V2A46 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($60) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Vishera (2012−2015) / 32 nm) | ✨ Modern (Renoir (2020−2023) / 7 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | FX-8320E | Ryzen Embedded V2A46 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($60) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
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-8320E and Ryzen Embedded V2A46
FX-8320E
The FX-8320E is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2 September 2014 (11 years ago). It is based on the Vishera (2012−2015) architecture. It features 8 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.2 GHz, with boost up to 4 GHz. L2 cache: 8192 kB. Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: AM3+. Thermal design power (TDP): 95 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 4,960 points. Launch price was $147.
Ryzen Embedded V2A46
The Ryzen Embedded V2A46 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 4 January 2023 (2 years ago). It is based on the Renoir (2020−2023) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 3 GHz, with boost up to 3.2 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 7 nm process technology. Socket: FP6. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 4,999 points. Launch price was $69.
Processing Power
The FX-8320E packs 8 cores / 8 threads, while the Ryzen Embedded V2A46 offers 6 cores / 12 threads — the FX-8320E has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4 GHz on the FX-8320E versus 3.2 GHz on the Ryzen Embedded V2A46 — a 22.2% clock advantage for the FX-8320E (base: 3.2 GHz vs 3 GHz). The FX-8320E uses the Vishera (2012−2015) architecture (32 nm), while the Ryzen Embedded V2A46 uses Renoir (2020−2023) (7 nm). In PassMark, the FX-8320E scores 4,960 against the Ryzen Embedded V2A46's 4,999 — a 0.8% lead for the Ryzen Embedded V2A46.
| Feature | FX-8320E | Ryzen Embedded V2A46 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 8 / 8+33% | 6 / 12 |
| Boost Clock | 4 GHz+25% | 3.2 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.2 GHz+7% | 3 GHz |
| L3 Cache | — | 8 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 8192 kB+1500% | 512 kB (per core) |
| Process | 32 nm | 7 nm-78% |
| Architecture | Vishera (2012−2015) | Renoir (2020−2023) |
| PassMark | 4,960 | 4,999 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 439 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 1,734 | — |
Memory & Platform
The FX-8320E uses the AM3+ socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Ryzen Embedded V2A46 uses FP6 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | FX-8320E | Ryzen Embedded V2A46 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM3+ | FP6 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 3.0+50% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1866 | — |
| Max RAM Capacity | 32 GB | — |
| RAM Channels | 2 | — |
| ECC Support | ❌ | — |
| PCIe Lanes | 0 | — |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: AMD-V (FX-8320E) / not specified (Ryzen Embedded V2A46).
| Feature | FX-8320E | Ryzen Embedded V2A46 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | — |
| Unlocked | Yes | — |
| AVX-512 | No | — |
| Virtualization | AMD-V | — |
Value Analysis
The FX-8320E launched at $147 MSRP, while the Ryzen Embedded V2A46 debuted at $0. At current prices ($60 vs $0), the Ryzen Embedded V2A46 is $60 cheaper.
| Feature | FX-8320E | Ryzen Embedded V2A46 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $147 | $0-100% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $60 | $0-100% |
| Performance per Dollar | 82.7 | — |
| Release Date | 2014 | 2023 |
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