FX-8350 vs Ryzen 3 2200GE
FX-8350
Ryzen 3 2200GE
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-8350 is positioned at rank #598 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-8350
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 3 2200GE
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | FX-8350 | Ryzen 3 2200GE |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($130) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($300) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Vishera (2012−2015) / 32 nm) | ✨ Modern (Raven Ridge (2017−2019) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | FX-8350 | Ryzen 3 2200GE |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+131%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($130) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($300) |
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-8350 and Ryzen 3 2200GE
FX-8350
The FX-8350 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 23 October 2012 (13 years ago). It is based on the Vishera (2012−2015) architecture. It features 8 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 4 GHz, with boost up to 4.2 GHz. L2 cache: 8192 kB. Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: AM3+. Thermal design power (TDP): 125 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 5,936 points. Launch price was $199.
Ryzen 3 2200GE
The Ryzen 3 2200GE is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 19 April 2018 (7 years ago). It is based on the Raven Ridge (2017−2019) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.2 GHz, with boost up to 3.6 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2933. Passmark benchmark score: 5,933 points. Launch price was $149.
Processing Power
The FX-8350 packs 8 cores / 8 threads, while the Ryzen 3 2200GE offers 4 cores / 4 threads — the FX-8350 has 4 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.2 GHz on the FX-8350 versus 3.6 GHz on the Ryzen 3 2200GE — a 15.4% clock advantage for the FX-8350 (base: 4 GHz vs 3.2 GHz). The FX-8350 uses the Vishera (2012−2015) architecture (32 nm), while the Ryzen 3 2200GE uses Raven Ridge (2017−2019) (14 nm). In PassMark, the FX-8350 scores 5,936 against the Ryzen 3 2200GE's 5,933 — a 0.1% lead for the FX-8350.
| Feature | FX-8350 | Ryzen 3 2200GE |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 8 / 8+100% | 4 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 4.2 GHz+17% | 3.6 GHz |
| Base Clock | 4 GHz+25% | 3.2 GHz |
| L3 Cache | — | 4 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 8192 kB+1500% | 512 kB (per core) |
| Process | 32 nm | 14 nm-56% |
| Architecture | Vishera (2012−2015) | Raven Ridge (2017−2019) |
| PassMark | 5,936 | 5,933 |
Memory & Platform
The FX-8350 uses the AM3+ socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Ryzen 3 2200GE uses AM4 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | FX-8350 | Ryzen 3 2200GE |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM3+ | AM4 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 3.0+50% |
Value Analysis
The FX-8350 launched at $199 MSRP, while the Ryzen 3 2200GE debuted at $300. At current prices ($130 vs $300), the FX-8350 is $170 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the FX-8350 delivers 45.7 pts/$ vs 19.8 pts/$ for the Ryzen 3 2200GE — making the FX-8350 the 79.1% better value option.
| Feature | FX-8350 | Ryzen 3 2200GE |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $199-34% | $300 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $130-57% | $300 |
| Performance per Dollar | 45.7+131% | 19.8 |
| Release Date | 2012 | 2018 |
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