FX-8800P vs Xeon X3450

FX-8800P

4 Cores4 Thrd15 WWMax: 3.4 GHz2015

Xeon X3450

4 Cores8 Thrd95 WWMax: 3.2 GHz2009

Performance Spectrum - CPU

FX-8800P

4 / 4

2,833

0.0%

Ryzen Threadripper 3990X

Xeon X3450

4 / 8

2,877

+1.6%

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 Xeon X3450 is on rank 813, so the Xeon X3450 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 Xeon X3450

Xeon Platinum 8454H

MSRP: $6540|Avg: N/A

17406%

Xeon Gold 6240R

MSRP: $2444|Avg: N/A

3286%

#10

Xeon 6337P

MSRP: $60|Avg: $5

2920%

#15

EPYC 9174F

MSRP: $194|Avg: $30

2256%

#464

Xeon W-3375

MSRP: $4951|Avg: $6000

100%

#466

Xeon Platinum 8358

MSRP: $4607|Avg: $3145

99%

#467

EPYC 7662

MSRP: $6150|Avg: $1266

98%

#467

EPYC 7713

MSRP: $7060|Avg: $1299

98%

#469

EPYC 9554

MSRP: $9087|Avg: $2795

96%

#813

Xeon X3450

MSRP: $241|Avg: $39

100%

#816

Xeon W3680

MSRP: $594|Avg: $26

99%

#818

Xeon E5-2640 v3

MSRP: $939|Avg: $189

99%

#823

Xeon E5-1660 v3

MSRP: $1080|Avg: $198

98%

#826

Xeon W3565

MSRP: $294|Avg: $69

97%

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	Xeon X3450
Gaming	✅ Superior gaming performance	❌ Lower gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	⚠️ Higher cost ($45)	✅ More affordable ($39)
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Carrizo (2015−2018) / 28 nm)	🛑 Legacy (Lynnfield (2009−2010) / 45 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Xeon X3450 (2009) relies on 45 nm technology and DDR3-800, DDR3-1066, DDR3-1333, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	FX-8800P	Xeon X3450
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	✅ Better overall value (+17%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️ Higher cost ($45)	✅ More affordable ($39)

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

Xeon X3450 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of FX-8800P and Xeon X3450

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.

Xeon X3450

The Xeon X3450 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 8 September 2009 (16 years ago). It is based on the Lynnfield (2009−2010) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 2.66 GHz, with boost up to 3.2 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1156. Thermal design power (TDP): 95 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-800, DDR3-1066, DDR3-1333. Passmark benchmark score: 2,877 points. Launch price was $241.

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Processing Power

The FX-8800P packs 4 cores / 4 threads, matching the Xeon X3450's 4 cores. Boost clocks reach 3.4 GHz on the FX-8800P versus 3.2 GHz on the Xeon X3450 — a 6.1% 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 Xeon X3450 uses Lynnfield (2009−2010) (45 nm). In PassMark, the FX-8800P scores 2,833 against the Xeon X3450's 2,877 — a 1.5% lead for the Xeon X3450.

Feature	FX-8800P	Xeon X3450
Cores / Threads	4 / 4	4 / 8
Boost Clock	3.4 GHz+6%	3.2 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)	Lynnfield (2009−2010)
PassMark	2,833	2,877+2%

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Memory & Platform

The FX-8800P uses the FP4 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Xeon X3450 uses LGA1156 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.

Feature	FX-8800P	Xeon X3450
Socket	FP4	LGA1156
PCIe Generation	PCIe 3.0+50%	PCIe 2.0

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Value Analysis

The FX-8800P launched at $150 MSRP, while the Xeon X3450 debuted at $241. At current prices ($45 vs $39), the Xeon X3450 is $6 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the FX-8800P delivers 63.0 pts/$ vs 73.8 pts/$ for the Xeon X3450 — making the Xeon X3450 the 15.8% better value option.