FX-9370 vs Core i7-3770
FX-9370
Core i7-3770
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-9370 is positioned at rank 61 and the Core i7-3770 is on rank 752, so the FX-9370 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar FX-9370
Performance Per Dollar Core i7-3770
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | FX-9370 | Core i7-3770 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | Equivalent pricing | Equivalent pricing |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Vishera (2012−2015) / 32 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) / 22 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | FX-9370 | Core i7-3770 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+1%) |
| Upfront Cost | Equivalent pricing | Equivalent pricing |
Performance Check
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-9370 and Core i7-3770
FX-9370
The FX-9370 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 6 July 2013 (12 years ago). It is based on the Vishera (2012−2015) architecture. It features 8 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 4.4 GHz, with boost up to 4.7 GHz. L2 cache: 8192 kB. Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: AM3+. Thermal design power (TDP): 220 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 6,374 points. Launch price was $149.
Core i7-3770
The Core i7-3770 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 29 April 2012 (13 years ago). It is based on the Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.4 GHz, with boost up to 3.9 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1155. Thermal design power (TDP): 77 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 6,419 points. Launch price was $294.
Processing Power
The FX-9370 packs 8 cores / 8 threads, while the Core i7-3770 offers 4 cores / 8 threads — the FX-9370 has 4 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.7 GHz on the FX-9370 versus 3.9 GHz on the Core i7-3770 — a 18.6% clock advantage for the FX-9370 (base: 4.4 GHz vs 3.4 GHz). The FX-9370 uses the Vishera (2012−2015) architecture (32 nm), while the Core i7-3770 uses Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) (22 nm). In PassMark, the FX-9370 scores 6,374 against the Core i7-3770's 6,419 — a 0.7% lead for the Core i7-3770.
| Feature | FX-9370 | Core i7-3770 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 8 / 8+100% | 4 / 8 |
| Boost Clock | 4.7 GHz+21% | 3.9 GHz |
| Base Clock | 4.4 GHz+29% | 3.4 GHz |
| L3 Cache | — | 8 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 8192 kB+3100% | 256 kB (per core) |
| Process | 32 nm | 22 nm-31% |
| Architecture | Vishera (2012−2015) | Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) |
| PassMark | 6,374 | 6,419 |
Memory & Platform
The FX-9370 uses the AM3+ socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Core i7-3770 uses LGA1155 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | FX-9370 | Core i7-3770 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM3+ | LGA1155 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 3.0+50% |
Value Analysis
The FX-9370 launched at $42 MSRP, while the Core i7-3770 debuted at $294. At current prices ($60 vs $60), the Core i7-3770 is $0 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the FX-9370 delivers 106.2 pts/$ vs 107.0 pts/$ for the Core i7-3770 — making the Core i7-3770 the 0.7% better value option.
| Feature | FX-9370 | Core i7-3770 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $42-86% | $294 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $60 | $60 |
| Performance per Dollar | 106.2 | 107.0 |
| Release Date | 2013 | 2012 |
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