FX-8370E vs Xeon E5-2620

CPU

GPU

FX-8370E

8 Cores8 Thrd95 WWMax: 4.3 GHz2014

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Xeon E5-2620

6 Cores12 Thrd95 WWMax: 2.5 GHz2012

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FX-8370E vs Xeon E5-2620 Performance Spectrum

FX-8370E

8 / 8

5,324

0.0%

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Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3975WX

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Xeon E5-2620

6 / 12

5,328

+0.1%

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.

FX-8370E vs Xeon E5-2620 FPS Benchmarks

Predicted gaming performance across popular games. Tested paired with GeForce RTX 5090 to isolate CPU performance.

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FX-8370E vs Xeon E5-2620: Pros, Cons & Final Verdict

See where each CPU makes more sense in practice: gaming, heavier work, platform cost, power draw, and upgrade path.

FX-8370E

2014

Why buy it

✅Better for gaming: +9.2% higher average FPS across 50 shared CPU benchmark tests.
✅Costs $161 less on MSRP ($199 MSRP vs $360 MSRP).
✅Delivers 80.8% more PassMark for each dollar spent, at 26.8 vs 14.8 PassMark/$ ($199 MSRP vs $360 MSRP).
✅Includes a boxed cooler (Yes), unlike Xeon E5-2620.

Trade-offs

❌Lower PassMark (5,324 vs 5,328).
❌Less compelling for workstation-style loads than Xeon E5-2620, which brings 6 cores / 12 threads and 40 PCIe lanes.

Xeon E5-2620

2012

Why buy it

✅+0.1% higher PassMark.
✅Better for workstations and heavier parallel workloads: 6 cores / 12 threads, plus 40 PCIe lanes vs 0.
✅100+% more PCIe lanes (40 vs 0) for storage and expansion-heavy builds.

Trade-offs

❌Worse for gaming: lower average FPS than FX-8370E across 50 shared CPU benchmark tests.
❌Lower PassMark per dollar, at 14.8 vs 26.8 PassMark/$ ($360 MSRP vs $199 MSRP).
❌No boxed cooler included, unlike FX-8370E.

Quick Answers

So, is FX-8370E better than Xeon E5-2620?

Not really, because they are built for different jobs. Xeon E5-2620 makes more sense for workstation-style multi-core throughput, while FX-8370E is the more practical desktop choice for gaming, platform cost, and everyday use.

Which one is better for streaming, content creation, and heavy multitasking?

For streaming, content creation, and heavier multitasking, Xeon E5-2620 is the stronger fit. You are getting 0.1% better PassMark, backed by 6 cores and 12 threads.

Which one is the smarter buy today, not just the cheaper CPU?

FX-8370E is the better buy right now. FX-8370E comes in $161 cheaper on MSRP at $199 MSRP versus $360 MSRP, and it still gives you a 9.2% average FPS lead across 50 shared CPU game tests in our data. The compromise is that Xeon E5-2620 is still stronger for heavier multi-core work with 0.1% better PassMark. It is also 80.8% better value on MSRP (26.8 vs 14.8 PassMark/$), so you are getting the faster CPU without taking a value hit on paper.

Which one is more future-proof for 2026 and beyond?

FX-8370E makes more sense long term for 2026 and beyond. You are getting a newer CPU generation (2014 vs 2012). That makes it the safer long-term bet.

FX-8370E vs Xeon E5-2620 Technical Specifications

Side-by-side specs, architecture details, clocks, memory, power, and platform differences.

FX-8370E

The FX-8370E 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 3.3 GHz, with boost up to 4.3 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: 5,324 points. Launch price was $199.

Xeon E5-2620

The Xeon E5-2620 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 6 March 2012 (13 years ago). It is based on the Sandy Bridge-EP (2012) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 2 GHz, with boost up to 2.5 GHz. L3 cache: 15360 kB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: LGA2011. Thermal design power (TDP): 95 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 5,328 points. Launch price was $36.

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Processing Power

The FX-8370E packs 8 cores / 8 threads, while the Xeon E5-2620 offers 6 cores / 12 threads — the FX-8370E has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.3 GHz on the FX-8370E versus 2.5 GHz on the Xeon E5-2620 — a 52.9% clock advantage for the FX-8370E (base: 3.3 GHz vs 2 GHz). The FX-8370E uses the Vishera (2012−2015) architecture (32 nm), while the Xeon E5-2620 uses Sandy Bridge-EP (2012) (32 nm). In PassMark, the FX-8370E scores 5,324 against the Xeon E5-2620's 5,328 — a 0.1% lead for the Xeon E5-2620.

Feature	FX-8370E	Xeon E5-2620
Cores / Threads	8 / 8+33%	6 / 12
Boost Clock	4.3 GHz+72%	2.5 GHz
Base Clock	3.3 GHz+65%	2 GHz
L3 Cache	—	15360 kB (total)
L2 Cache	8192 kB+3100%	256 kB (per core)
Process	32 nm	32 nm
Architecture	Vishera (2012−2015)	Sandy Bridge-EP (2012)
PassMark	5,324	5,328
Geekbench 6 Single	512	—
Geekbench 6 Multi	1,878	—

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Memory & Platform

The FX-8370E uses the AM3+ socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Xeon E5-2620 uses LGA2011 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3-1866 on the FX-8370E versus DDR3-1333 on the Xeon E5-2620 — the FX-8370E supports 40% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Xeon E5-2620 supports up to 384 GB of RAM compared to 16 GB — 2300% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 2 (FX-8370E) vs 4 (Xeon E5-2620). PCIe lanes: 0 (FX-8370E) vs 40 (Xeon E5-2620) — the Xeon E5-2620 offers 40 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: AMD 990FX,AMD 970 (FX-8370E) and Intel X79,Intel C602 (Xeon E5-2620).

Feature	FX-8370E	Xeon E5-2620
Socket	AM3+	LGA2011
PCIe Generation	PCIe 2.0	PCIe 2.0
Max RAM Speed	DDR3-1866+40%	DDR3-1333
Max RAM Capacity	16 GB	384 GB+2300%
RAM Channels	2	4+100%
ECC Support	No	Yes
PCIe Lanes	0	40

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Advanced Features

Virtualization: AMD-V (FX-8370E) / not specified (Xeon E5-2620).

Feature	FX-8370E	Xeon E5-2620
Integrated GPU	No	No
Unlocked	Yes	—
AVX-512	No	—
Virtualization	AMD-V	—

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Value Analysis

At launch, the FX-8370E was priced at $199, while the Xeon E5-2620 came in at $360. On launch pricing ($199 vs $360), FX-8370E was $161 cheaper. In terms of value on MSRP (PassMark points per dollar), the FX-8370E delivers 26.8 pts/$ vs 14.8 pts/$ for the Xeon E5-2620 — making the FX-8370E the 57.5% better value option.

Feature	FX-8370E	Xeon E5-2620
MSRP	$199-45%	$360
Performance per Dollar	26.8+81%	14.8
Release Date	2014	2012

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