FX-8800P
VS
Xeon X5470

FX-8800P vs Xeon X5470

AMD

FX-8800P

4 Cores4 Thrd15 WWMax: 3.4 GHz2015
VS
Intel

Xeon X5470

4 Cores4 Thrd120 WWMax: 0.33 GHz2008

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. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money. The FX-8800P is positioned at rank 903 and the Xeon X5470 is on rank 739, so the Xeon X5470 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 X5470

#1
Xeon Platinum 8454H
MSRP: $6540|Avg: N/A
14482%
#6
Xeon Gold 6240R
MSRP: $2444|Avg: N/A
2734%
#10
Xeon 6337P
MSRP: $60|Avg: $5
2429%
#15
EPYC 9174F
MSRP: $194|Avg: $30
1877%
#428
Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7995WX
MSRP: $9999|Avg: $9879.97
100%
#429
EPYC 7552
MSRP: $4025|Avg: $1650
99%
#431
Xeon Platinum 8360Y
MSRP: $5383|Avg: N/A
99%
#432
Xeon W-3245
MSRP: $2199|Avg: $1200
99%
#433
Xeon Gold 6346
MSRP: $2708|Avg: $2195
97%
#434
Xeon W-3225
MSRP: $1319|Avg: $850
96%
#739
Xeon X5470
MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A
100%
#747
Xeon E5-2403 v2
MSRP: $192|Avg: $61
97%
#748
Xeon E3-1285 v4
MSRP: $556|Avg: $200
97%
#750
Xeon E3-1260L
MSRP: $294|Avg: $270
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.
InsightFX-8800PXeon X5470
Gaming
Lower gaming performance
Superior gaming performance
Workstation
Weaker in multi-core tasks
Better multi-core power
Price
⚠️ Higher cost ($45)
More affordable ($0)
Longevity
🛑 Legacy (Carrizo (2015−2018) / 28 nm)
🛑 Legacy (Harpertown (2007−2008) / 45 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Xeon X5470 (2008) relies on 45 nm technology and **DDR2, DDR3 Depends on motherboard**, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.
InsightFX-8800PXeon X5470
Cost Efficiency
Lower cost efficiency
Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost
⚠️ Higher cost ($45)
More affordable ($0)

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.

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of FX-8800P and Xeon X5470

AMD

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.

Intel

Xeon X5470

The Xeon X5470 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 8 September 2008 (17 years ago). It is based on the Harpertown (2007−2008) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.33 GHz, with boost up to 0.33 GHz. L3 cache: 12 MB L2 Cache. L2 cache: 6 MB (total). Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: LGA771. Thermal design power (TDP): 120 Watt. Memory support: DDR2, DDR3 Depends on motherboard. Passmark benchmark score: 2,869 points. Launch price was $1,386.

Processing Power

Both the FX-8800P and Xeon X5470 share an identical 4-core/4-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 3.4 GHz on the FX-8800P versus 0.33 GHz on the Xeon X5470 — a 164.6% clock advantage for the FX-8800P (base: 2.1 GHz vs 3.33 GHz). The FX-8800P uses the Carrizo (2015−2018) architecture (28 nm), while the Xeon X5470 uses Harpertown (2007−2008) (45 nm). In PassMark, the FX-8800P scores 2,833 against the Xeon X5470's 2,869 — a 1.3% lead for the Xeon X5470.

FeatureFX-8800PXeon X5470
Cores / Threads
4 / 4
4 / 4
Boost Clock
3.4 GHz+930%
0.33 GHz
Base Clock
2.1 GHz
3.33 GHz+59%
L3 Cache
12 MB L2 Cache
L2 Cache
2048 kB
6 MB (total)+200%
Process
28 nm-38%
45 nm
Architecture
Carrizo (2015−2018)
Harpertown (2007−2008)
PassMark
2,833
2,869+1%
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Memory & Platform

The FX-8800P uses the FP4 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Xeon X5470 uses LGA771 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.

FeatureFX-8800PXeon X5470
Socket
FP4
LGA771
PCIe Generation
PCIe 3.0+50%
PCIe 2.0