Xeon W3580 vs FX-6100
Xeon W3580
FX-6100
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 Xeon W3580 is positioned at rank 797 and the FX-6100 is on rank 741, so the FX-6100 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Xeon W3580
Performance Per Dollar FX-6100
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon W3580 | FX-6100 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($30) | ✅ More affordable ($25) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Bloomfield (2008−2010) / 45 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Zambezi (2011−2012) / 32 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon W3580 | FX-6100 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+22%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($30) | ✅ More affordable ($25) |
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 Xeon W3580 and FX-6100
Xeon W3580
The Xeon W3580 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 9 August 2009 (16 years ago). It is based on the Bloomfield (2008−2010) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.33 GHz, with boost up to 3.6 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: 3,638 points. Launch price was $215.
FX-6100
The FX-6100 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 12 October 2011 (14 years ago). It is based on the Zambezi (2011−2012) architecture. It features 6 cores and 6 threads. Base frequency is 3.3 GHz, with boost up to 3.9 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 6 MB. Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: AM3+. Thermal design power (TDP): 95 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 3,686 points. Launch price was $69.
Processing Power
The Xeon W3580 packs 4 cores / 8 threads, while the FX-6100 offers 6 cores / 6 threads — the FX-6100 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.6 GHz on the Xeon W3580 versus 3.9 GHz on the FX-6100 — a 8% clock advantage for the FX-6100 (base: 3.33 GHz vs 3.3 GHz). The Xeon W3580 uses the Bloomfield (2008−2010) architecture (45 nm), while the FX-6100 uses Zambezi (2011−2012) (32 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon W3580 scores 3,638 against the FX-6100's 3,686 — a 1.3% lead for the FX-6100. Both processors carry 8 MB (total) of L3 cache.
| Feature | Xeon W3580 | FX-6100 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 8 | 6 / 6+50% |
| Boost Clock | 3.6 GHz | 3.9 GHz+8% |
| Base Clock | 3.33 GHz | 3.3 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 8 MB (total) | 8 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 256 kB (per core) | 6 MB+2300% |
| Process | 45 nm | 32 nm-29% |
| Architecture | Bloomfield (2008−2010) | Zambezi (2011−2012) |
| PassMark | 3,638 | 3,686+1% |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon W3580 uses the LGA1366 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the FX-6100 uses AM3+ (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Xeon W3580 | FX-6100 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1366 | AM3+ |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 2.0 |
Value Analysis
The Xeon W3580 launched at $294 MSRP, while the FX-6100 debuted at $165. At current prices ($30 vs $25), the FX-6100 is $5 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon W3580 delivers 121.3 pts/$ vs 147.4 pts/$ for the FX-6100 — making the FX-6100 the 19.5% better value option.
| Feature | Xeon W3580 | FX-6100 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $294 | $165-44% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $30 | $25-17% |
| Performance per Dollar | 121.3 | 147.4+22% |
| Release Date | 2009 | 2011 |
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