FX-8800P vs Core i7-920

FX-8800P

4 Cores4 Thrd15 WWMax: 3.4 GHz2015

Core i7-920

4 Cores8 Thrd1 WWMax: 2.93 GHz2008

Performance Spectrum - CPU

FX-8800P

4 / 4

2,833

0.0%

Ryzen Threadripper 3990X

Core i7-920

4 / 8

2,866

+1.2%

Pentium Dual Core T2370

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. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money. The FX-8800P is positioned at rank 903 and the Core i7-920 is on rank 997, so the FX-8800P offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.

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-8800P

#891

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

1553%

#892

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

1530%

#893

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

1405%

#894

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

1399%

#895

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

1386%

#897

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

1338%

#898

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

1283%

#899

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

1281%

#900

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

1247%

#903

FX-8800P

MSRP: $150|Avg: $45

100%

#905

Core i7-8809G

MSRP: $450|Avg: $450

99%

#911

Core i7-6820HK

MSRP: $378|Avg: N/A

98%

#912

Athlon II Neo K325

MSRP: $60|Avg: $25

98%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Core i7-920

Ryzen 9 7950X

MSRP: $194|Avg: $20

30893%

Core i9-10900T

MSRP: $120|Avg: $5

29191%

Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE

MSRP: $423|Avg: $5

21195%

Ryzen Threadripper 3960X

MSRP: $1399|Avg: $85

6385%

Ryzen 9 9950X

MSRP: $649|Avg: $129

5058%

Ryzen 5 8400F

MSRP: $303|Avg: $55

4425%

Ryzen 7 PRO 2700

MSRP: $299|Avg: $60

2534%

Ryzen 5 2600X

MSRP: $229|Avg: $55

2501%

Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G

MSRP: $150|Avg: $60

2277%

#10

Core Ultra 5 245KF

MSRP: $294|Avg: $189

2277%

#11

Ryzen 5 5500

MSRP: $159|Avg: $85

2252%

#12

Ryzen 5 3600

MSRP: $199|Avg: $80

2191%

#13

Core i3-9100E

MSRP: $202|Avg: $30

2160%

#14

Core Ultra 5 245K

MSRP: $319|Avg: $200

2152%

#15

Core i3-8300T

MSRP: $138|Avg: $25

2132%

#997

Core i7-920

MSRP: $284|Avg: $79

100%

#998

Core i7-4960X

MSRP: $990|Avg: $136

100%

#999

Pentium Dual-Core E2200

MSRP: $100|Avg: $25

98%

#1001

Core 2 Duo E4400

MSRP: $113|Avg: $20

96%

#1002

Pentium D 915

MSRP: $74|Avg: $10

94%

#1003

Core 2 Quad Q9400

MSRP: $229|Avg: $25

93%

#1004

Core i5-655K

MSRP: $216|Avg: $55

93%

#1005

Celeron 450

MSRP: $53|Avg: $5

93%

#1006

Core 2 Duo E4600

MSRP: $133|Avg: $9.6

92%

#1008

Core i7-870S

MSRP: $300|Avg: $80

91%

#1009

Core 2 Duo E6540

MSRP: $163|Avg: $15

91%

#1010

Celeron 430

MSRP: $49|Avg: $10

91%

#1011

Athlon X2 BE-2300

MSRP: $100|Avg: $80

90%

#1012

Core i7-875K

MSRP: $353|Avg: $175

89%

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 FX-8800P (2015) utilizes 28 nm technology and DDR3-2133, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	FX-8800P	Core i7-920
Gaming	✅ Superior gaming performance	❌ Lower gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	✅ More affordable ($45)	⚠️ Higher cost ($79)
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Carrizo (2015−2018) / 28 nm)	🛑 Legacy (Bloomfield (2008−2010) / 45 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Core i7-920 (2008) relies on 45 nm technology and DDR3, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	FX-8800P	Core i7-920
Cost Efficiency	✅ Better overall value (+74%)	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅ More affordable ($45)	⚠️ Higher cost ($79)

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-8800P Benchmark Check

Core i7-920 Benchmark Check

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of FX-8800P and Core i7-920

FX-8800P

The FX-8800P is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2 June 2015 (10 years ago). It is based on the Carrizo (2015−2018) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.1 GHz, with boost up to 3.4 GHz. L2 cache: 2048 kB. Built on 28 nm process technology. Socket: FP4. Thermal design power (TDP): 15 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-2133. Passmark benchmark score: 2,833 points. Launch price was $69.

Core i7-920

The Core i7-920 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in Novembro 2008 (17 years ago). It is based on the Bloomfield (2008−2010) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 2.66 GHz, with boost up to 2.93 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1366. Thermal design power (TDP): 130 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 2,866 points. Launch price was $340.

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Processing Power

The FX-8800P packs 4 cores / 4 threads, matching the Core i7-920's 4 cores. Boost clocks reach 3.4 GHz on the FX-8800P versus 2.93 GHz on the Core i7-920 — a 14.8% clock advantage for the FX-8800P (base: 2.1 GHz vs 2.66 GHz). The FX-8800P uses the Carrizo (2015−2018) architecture (28 nm), while the Core i7-920 uses Bloomfield (2008−2010) (45 nm). In PassMark, the FX-8800P scores 2,833 against the Core i7-920's 2,866 — a 1.2% lead for the Core i7-920.

Feature	FX-8800P	Core i7-920
Cores / Threads	4 / 4	4 / 8
Boost Clock	3.4 GHz+16%	2.93 GHz
Base Clock	2.1 GHz	2.66 GHz+27%
L3 Cache	—	8 MB (total)
L2 Cache	2048 kB+700%	256 kB (per core)
Process	28 nm-38%	45 nm
Architecture	Carrizo (2015−2018)	Bloomfield (2008−2010)
PassMark	2,833	2,866+1%

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Memory & Platform

The FX-8800P uses the FP4 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i7-920 uses LGA1366 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.

Feature	FX-8800P	Core i7-920
Socket	FP4	LGA1366
PCIe Generation	PCIe 3.0+50%	PCIe 2.0

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Value Analysis

The FX-8800P launched at $150 MSRP, while the Core i7-920 debuted at $284. At current prices ($45 vs $79), the FX-8800P is $34 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the FX-8800P delivers 63.0 pts/$ vs 36.3 pts/$ for the Core i7-920 — making the FX-8800P the 53.8% better value option.