FX-8350 vs Ryzen 3 PRO 2200GE

FX-8350

8 Cores8 Thrd125 WWMax: 4.2 GHz2012

Ryzen 3 PRO 2200GE

4 Cores4 Thrd35 WWMax: 3.6 GHz2018

Performance Spectrum - CPU

FX-8350

8 / 8

5,936

0.0%

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3975WX

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7965WX

Ryzen 3 PRO 2200GE

4 / 4

5,955

+0.3%

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3975WX

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7965WX

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.

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-8350

Ryzen 9 7950X

MSRP: $194|Avg: $20

10450%

Core i9-10900T

MSRP: $120|Avg: $5

9874%

Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE

MSRP: $423|Avg: $5

7169%

Ryzen Threadripper 3960X

MSRP: $1399|Avg: $85

2160%

Ryzen 9 9950X

MSRP: $649|Avg: $129

1711%

Ryzen 5 8400F

MSRP: $303|Avg: $55

1497%

Ryzen 7 PRO 2700

MSRP: $299|Avg: $60

857%

Ryzen 5 2600X

MSRP: $229|Avg: $55

846%

Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G

MSRP: $150|Avg: $60

770%

#10

Core Ultra 5 245KF

MSRP: $294|Avg: $189

770%

#11

Ryzen 5 5500

MSRP: $159|Avg: $85

762%

#12

Ryzen 5 3600

MSRP: $199|Avg: $80

741%

#13

Core i3-9100E

MSRP: $202|Avg: $30

731%

#14

Core Ultra 5 245K

MSRP: $319|Avg: $200

728%

#15

Core i3-8300T

MSRP: $138|Avg: $25

721%

#279

Ryzen Threadripper 1920X

MSRP: $799|Avg: $265

97%

#280

Core i7-7820X

MSRP: $599|Avg: $198

96%

#598

FX-8350

MSRP: $199|Avg: $130

100%

#599

Athlon X4 760K

MSRP: $100|Avg: $20

100%

#600

Core i5-6400

MSRP: $182|Avg: $57

100%

#602

Pentium G3460T

MSRP: $69|Avg: N/A

99%

#603

Core i3-6300

MSRP: $147|Avg: $99

99%

#604

Core i5-6402P

MSRP: $182|Avg: $120

98%

#605

Athlon II X4 620e

MSRP: $99|Avg: $40

98%

#606

Core i5-7600

MSRP: $224|Avg: $114

98%

#608

FX-9590

MSRP: $350|Avg: $100

98%

#611

Athlon X4 750

MSRP: $95|Avg: $95

97%

#613

A6-3600

MSRP: $95|Avg: $25

96%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

About PassMark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Generational Difference: This comparison involves processors from different technological eras. The Ryzen 3 PRO 2200GE (2018) utilizes 14 nm technology and DDR4-2933, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	FX-8350	Ryzen 3 PRO 2200GE
Gaming	✅ Superior gaming performance	❌ Lower gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	⚠️ Higher cost ($130)	✅ More affordable ($99)
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Vishera (2012−2015) / 32 nm)	✨ Modern (Raven Ridge (2017−2019) / 14 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The FX-8350 (2012) relies on 32 nm technology and DDR3, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	FX-8350	Ryzen 3 PRO 2200GE
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	✅ Better overall value (+32%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️ Higher cost ($130)	✅ More affordable ($99)

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-8350 Benchmark Check

Ryzen 3 PRO 2200GE Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of FX-8350 and Ryzen 3 PRO 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 PRO 2200GE

The Ryzen 3 PRO 2200GE is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 10 May 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: 512K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2933. Passmark benchmark score: 5,955 points. Launch price was $149.

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Processing Power

The FX-8350 packs 8 cores / 8 threads, while the Ryzen 3 PRO 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 PRO 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 PRO 2200GE uses Raven Ridge (2017−2019) (14 nm). In PassMark, the FX-8350 scores 5,936 against the Ryzen 3 PRO 2200GE's 5,955 — a 0.3% lead for the Ryzen 3 PRO 2200GE.

Feature	FX-8350	Ryzen 3 PRO 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%	512K (per core)
Process	32 nm	14 nm-56%
Architecture	Vishera (2012−2015)	Raven Ridge (2017−2019)
PassMark	5,936	5,955

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Memory & Platform

The FX-8350 uses the AM3+ socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Ryzen 3 PRO 2200GE uses AM4 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.