AMD FX-8350 vs Intel Pentium Gold 5405U

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Performance
FX-8350130% better
7,23020% of 36,991
Pentium Gold 5405U
3,148.59% of 36,991

The FX-8350 has 130% better performance than the Pentium Gold 5405U for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

Performance per dollar
FX-835086% better
36.3330% of 121.53
Pentium Gold 5405U
19.5616% of 121.53

The FX-8350 has 86% better value for the money than the Pentium Gold 5405U for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

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Summary

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About the AMD FX-8350 CPU

The AMD FX-8350 is an end-of-life 8-core (8-thread) processor built for the desktop CPU market. It launched in Q4 2012 with a suggested retail price of $199. It is part of AMD's FX lineup, which is based on the Vishera microarchitecture. The FX-8350 is compatible with AMD Socket AM3+ motherboards and is fabricated on GlobalFoundries's 32 nm manufacturing process.

Memory and Cache

The FX-8350 supports DDR3 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the FX-8350 has multiple levels of cache. Its L1 cache, which is the smallest and fastest, is 384 KB in size, providing rapid access to crucial instructions. Its L2 cache, at 8 MB, is larger but slower than the L1. Its L3 cache, a shared resource among the CPU's cores, has a capacity of 8 MB.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The FX-8350 features 8 total cores which can process 8 threads simultaneously. The multi-threading capability allows the CPU to execute multiple computational tasks in parallel. The base clock speed of the CPU is 4.0 GHz, and it can boost up to 4.2 GHz under heavy workloads. Higher clock speeds result in better performance for the same microarchitecture. The multiplier is unlocked, enabling overclocking for those seeking to push the CPU's performance further.

Integrated Graphics

The FX-8350 does not include an integrated graphics solution. A dedicated graphics card will be required if you require a monitor with your computer.

Benchmark Performance & Value

The FX-8350 has the 337th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 19.55% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D. Its 7,230 score and $199 launch price (MSRP) gives it a performance per dollar of 36.33. This is the 95th best in value for the 3DMark 11 Perf. Physics benchmark.

About the Intel Pentium Gold 5405U CPU

The Intel Pentium Gold 5405U is an end-of-life 2-core (4-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. It launched in Q1 2019 with a suggested retail price of $161. It is part of Intel's Pentium Gold lineup, which is based on the Whiskey Lake microarchitecture. The Gold 5405U is compatible with Intel BGA 1528 motherboards and is fabricated on Intel's 10 nm manufacturing process. It features the UHD Graphics 620 integrated graphics solution.

Memory and Cache

The Pentium Gold 5405U supports DDR4 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Pentium Gold 5405U has multiple levels of cache. Its L1 cache, which is the smallest and fastest, is 64 KB in size, providing rapid access to crucial instructions. Its L2 cache, at 256 KB, is larger but slower than the L1. Its L3 cache, a shared resource among the CPU's cores, has a capacity of 2 MB.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Pentium Gold 5405U features 2 total cores which can process 4 threads simultaneously. The multi-threading capability allows the CPU to execute multiple computational tasks in parallel. The base clock speed of the CPU is 2.3 GHz. Higher clock speeds result in higher performance for the same microarchitecture. The multiplier is locked, making it incapable of overclocking for pushing performance further.

Integrated Graphics

The Pentium Gold 5405U includes an integrated graphics solution called UHD Graphics 620. This graphics processor is directly integrated into the CPU and is not as powerful as a dedicated graphics card. While integrated graphics can handle basic tasks like web browsing and office applications, it is not suitable for more demanding activities such as gaming or video editing, where a dedicated graphics card offers superior performance.

Benchmark Performance & Value

The Pentium Gold 5405U has the 514th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 8.51% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D. Its 3,148.5 score and $161 launch price (MSRP) gives it a performance per dollar of 19.56. This is the 161st best in value for the 3DMark 11 Perf. Physics benchmark.

General Info

General overview of the CPU, including details like its manufacturer, release date, launch price, and current production status.

InfoFX-8350Pentium Gold 5405U
ManufacturerAMDIntel
SeriesFXPentium Gold
Market SegmentDesktopMobile
Release DateQ4 2012Q1 2019
Launch Price (MSRP)$199$161
Production StatusEnd-of-lifeEnd-of-life
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Benchmark Performance

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Performance
FX-8350130% better
7,23020% of 36,991
Pentium Gold 5405U
3,148.59% of 36,991

The FX-8350 has 130% better performance than the Pentium Gold 5405U for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The FX-8350 is ranked 337th with a score of 7,230, and the Pentium Gold 5405U is ranked 514th with a score of 3,148.5.

Performance per dollar
FX-835086% better
36.3330% of 121.53
Pentium Gold 5405U
19.5616% of 121.53

The FX-8350 has 86% better value for the money than the Pentium Gold 5405U for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The FX-8350 is ranked 95th with a performance per dollar of 36.33, and the Pentium Gold 5405U is ranked 161st with a performance per dollar of 19.56.

Relative Performance

The average score in the benchmark test can be compared to similar CPUs to assess relative performance. Generally, powerful CPUs tend to have higher scores.

Choose Baseline CPU:FX-8350 or
CPUBenchmark Performance
Ryzen 5 14007,363.5+2%
Core i5-11400T7,319+1%
FX-83507,230
Ryzen 3 2200G6,805-6%
Core i5-35506,593-9%
Core i5-5200U3,365.5-53%
Core i7-640M3,356-54%
Pentium Gold 5405U3,148.5-56%
Core i5-L16G73,015-58%
Core i3-5010U3,002-58%

Relative Value For Money

The average performance per dollar in the benchmark test can be compared to similar CPUs to assess relative value. A higher score implies a better value for your money.

Choose Baseline CPU:FX-8350 or
CPUPerformance Per Dollar
Core i5-850041.36+14%
Core i5-11400T40.21+11%
FX-835036.33
Core i5-446034.75-4%
Core i5-640034.52-5%
Core i7-4800MQ20.78-43%
Core i3-7100H20.26-44%
Pentium Gold 5405U19.56-46%
Core i7-4712HQ18.49-49%
Celeron 3865U17.81-51%

Benchmark Scores

This table showcases the average performance scores achieved by both CPUs across industry-standard benchmark tests. These scores provide a valuable insight into overall performance. Powerful CPUs tend to have higher scores.

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BenchmarkFX-8350Pentium Gold 5405U
3DMark 11 Performance Physics
7,230
(+129.63%)
3,148.5
3DMark Time Spy CPU
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1,439
Cinebench R15 Multi-Core
636
(+172.96%)
233
Cinebench R15 Single-Core
97
(+4.75%)
92.6
Geekbench 6.2 Multi-Core
1,985
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Geekbench 6.2 Single-Core
488
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CPU Mark Multi-Thread
6,060
(+167.31%)
2,267
CPU Mark Single-Thread
1,581
(+19.86%)
1,319
Benchmarks Source: Notebookcheck

Technical Specs

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Manufacturing Details

Information about the CPU's manufacturing like its foundry, process size, and transistor count.

SpecFX-8350Pentium Gold 5405U
ManufacturerAMDIntel
FoundryGlobalFoundriesIntel
Process Size32 nm10 nm
Transistors1,200 million--

Architecture

CPU architecture specs like its memory channels, memory support, and microarchitecture. Newer CPU architectures can minimize bottlenecks and improve execution efficiency using more advanced techniques.

SpecFX-8350Pentium Gold 5405U
SeriesFXPentium Gold
MicroarchitectureVisheraWhiskey Lake
CodenameVisheraWhiskey Lake-U
Memory SupportDDR3DDR4
Memory ChannelsDual-channelDual-channel
ECC MemoryNoNo

Cores & Clock Speeds

Processing power information like its cores and clock speed. These specs impact how fast they can handle instructions and tasks. These have a strong impact on the CPU's performance.

SpecFX-8350Pentium Gold 5405U
Cores82
Threads84
Clock Speed4.0 GHz2.3 GHz
Turbo Clock4.2 GHz--
Base Clock200 MHz100 MHz
Multiplier20.0x23.0x
Multiplier UnlockedYesNo

Cache

CPU cache specs like its L1 & L2 cache. These provide the CPU with a small, but super-fast memory access. A larger cache can improve a CPU's performance.

SpecFX-8350Pentium Gold 5405U
L1 Cache384 KB64 KB
L2 Cache8 MB256 KB
L3 Cache8 MB2 MB

Compatibility & Power Consumption

Compatibility and power consumption information like its socket type, thermal design power, power limits. These can help verify the CPU's compatibility with other PC components.

SpecFX-8350Pentium Gold 5405U
SocketAMD Socket AM3+Intel BGA 1528
PCI ExpressPCIe 2.0PCIe 3.0 x12
Thermal Design Power (TDP)125 W15 W
TJ Max--100 °C

Graphics, Features, & Extensions

Additional CPU features like its bundled coolers, integrated graphics, and extensions/technologies.

SpecFX-8350Pentium Gold 5405U
Integrated GraphicsMotherboard DependentUHD Graphics 620
Extensions / TechnologiesMMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, SSE4a, AMD64, AMD-V, AES, AVX, CLMUL, CVT16, EVP, FMA4, XOP, Turbo Core, HT3.1MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, EIST, Intel 64, XD bit, VT-x, VT-d, HTT, AES-NI, CLMUL, FMA3, F16C, BMI1, BMI2

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* Performance rating, performance per dollar, and rankings are based on the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark and MSRP.