AMD Ryzen 3 3300X vs Intel Core i7-4790S

VS
Performance
Ryzen 3 3300X50% better
12,95235% of 36,991
Core i7-4790S
8,64323% of 36,991

The Ryzen 3 3300X has 50% better performance than the Core i7-4790S for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

Performance per dollar
Ryzen 3 3300X290% better
107.9389% of 121.53
Core i7-4790S
27.723% of 121.53

The Ryzen 3 3300X has 290% better value for the money than the Core i7-4790S for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

Shop Ryzen 3 3300X
Shop Core i7-4790S
As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

Summary

#

About the AMD Ryzen 3 3300X CPU

The AMD Ryzen 3 3300X is a 4-core (8-thread) processor built for the desktop CPU market. It launched in Q2 2020 with a suggested retail price of $120. It is part of AMD's Ryzen 3 lineup, which is based on the Zen 2 microarchitecture. The 3300X is compatible with AMD Socket AM4 motherboards and is fabricated on TSMC's 7 nm manufacturing process.

Memory and Cache

The Ryzen 3 3300X supports DDR4 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Ryzen 3 3300X 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 512 KB, is larger but slower than the L1. Its L3 cache, a shared resource among the CPU's cores, has a capacity of 16 MB.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Ryzen 3 3300X features 4 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 3.8 GHz, and it can boost up to 4.3 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 Ryzen 3 3300X 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 Ryzen 3 3300X has the 176th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 35.01% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D. Its 12,952 score and $120 launch price (MSRP) gives it a performance per dollar of 107.93. This is the 4th best in value for the 3DMark 11 Perf. Physics benchmark.

About the Intel Core i7-4790S CPU

The Intel Core i7-4790S is an end-of-life 4-core (8-thread) processor built for the desktop CPU market. It launched in Q2 2014 with a suggested retail price of $312. It is part of Intel's Core i7 lineup, which is based on the Haswell microarchitecture. The i7-4790S is compatible with Intel Socket 1150 motherboards and is fabricated on Intel's 22 nm manufacturing process. It features the Intel HD 4600 integrated graphics solution.

Memory and Cache

The Core i7-4790S supports DDR3 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Core i7-4790S 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 8 MB.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Core i7-4790S features 4 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 3.2 GHz, and it can boost up to 4.0 GHz under heavy workloads. Higher clock speeds result in better performance for the same microarchitecture. The multiplier is locked, making it incapable of overclocking for pushing performance further.

Integrated Graphics

The Core i7-4790S includes an integrated graphics solution called Intel HD 4600. 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 Core i7-4790S has the 290th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 23.37% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D. Its 8,643 score and $312 launch price (MSRP) gives it a performance per dollar of 27.7. This is the 130th 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.

InfoRyzen 3 3300XCore i7-4790S
ManufacturerAMDIntel
SeriesRyzen 3Core i7
Market SegmentDesktopDesktop
Release DateQ2 2020Q2 2014
Launch Price (MSRP)$120$312
Production StatusActiveEnd-of-life
ShopCheck PriceCheck Price

Benchmark Performance

#
Performance
Ryzen 3 3300X50% better
12,95235% of 36,991
Core i7-4790S
8,64323% of 36,991

The Ryzen 3 3300X has 50% better performance than the Core i7-4790S for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The Ryzen 3 3300X is ranked 176th with a score of 12,952, and the Core i7-4790S is ranked 290th with a score of 8,643.

Performance per dollar
Ryzen 3 3300X290% better
107.9389% of 121.53
Core i7-4790S
27.723% of 121.53

The Ryzen 3 3300X has 290% better value for the money than the Core i7-4790S for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The Ryzen 3 3300X is ranked 4th with a performance per dollar of 107.93, and the Core i7-4790S is ranked 130th with a performance per dollar of 27.7.

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:Ryzen 3 3300X or
CPUBenchmark Performance
Ryzen 7 1800X13,782+6%
Core i7-870013,310+3%
Ryzen 3 3300X12,952
Ryzen 7 170012,723-2%
Ryzen 5 260012,405-4%
Core i7-4770K8,804-32%
Core i3-9100F8,742-33%
Core i7-4790S8,643-33%
Core i7-2600K8,527-34%
Ryzen 5 2400G8,241-36%

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:Ryzen 3 3300X or
CPUPerformance Per Dollar
Core i5-12400F111.7+3%
Ryzen 3 3100108.1+0%
Ryzen 3 3300X107.93
Core i5-11400F97.88-9%
Core i3-9100F71.66-34%
Core i7-479029.27-73%
A10-6800K28.63-73%
Core i7-4790S27.7-74%
Ryzen 7 1800X27.62-74%
Core i7-5775C27.26-75%

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.

  • Popular
BenchmarkRyzen 3 3300XCore i7-4790S
3DMark 11 Performance Physics
12,952
(+49.86%)
8,643
3DMark Time Spy CPU
5,161
--
Cinebench R15 Multi-Core
1,071
(+50%)
714
Cinebench R15 Single-Core
195
(+30%)
150
Geekbench 6.2 Multi-Core
5,935
(+55.29%)
3,822
Geekbench 6.2 Single-Core
1,711
(+39.56%)
1,226
CPU Mark Multi-Thread
12,651
(+80.39%)
7,013
CPU Mark Single-Thread
2,674
(+20.94%)
2,211
Benchmarks Source: Notebookcheck

Technical Specs

#

Manufacturing Details

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

SpecRyzen 3 3300XCore i7-4790S
ManufacturerAMDIntel
FoundryTSMCIntel
Process Size7 nm22 nm
Transistors3,800 million1,400 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.

SpecRyzen 3 3300XCore i7-4790S
SeriesRyzen 3Core i7
MicroarchitectureZen 2Haswell
CodenameMatisseHaswell
Memory SupportDDR4DDR3
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.

SpecRyzen 3 3300XCore i7-4790S
Cores44
Threads88
Clock Speed3.8 GHz3.2 GHz
Turbo Clock4.3 GHz4.0 GHz
Base Clock100 MHz100 MHz
Multiplier38.0x32.0x
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.

SpecRyzen 3 3300XCore i7-4790S
L1 Cache64 KB64 KB
L2 Cache512 KB256 KB
L3 Cache16 MB8 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.

SpecRyzen 3 3300XCore i7-4790S
SocketAMD Socket AM4Intel Socket 1150
PCI ExpressPCIe 4.0 x16PCIe 3.0 x16
Thermal Design Power (TDP)65 W65 W
Package Power Tracking (PPT)88 W--
Tcase Max95 °C71 °C

Graphics, Features, & Extensions

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

SpecRyzen 3 3300XCore i7-4790S
Integrated Graphics--Intel HD 4600
Extensions / TechnologiesMMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AES, AVX, AVX2, BMI1, BMI2, SHA, F16C, FMA3, AMD64, EVP, AMD-V, SMAP, SMEP, Precision Boost 2, XFR 2MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, EIST, Intel 64, XD bit, VT-x, VT-d, SMEP, HTT, AES-NI, TSX, TXT, CLMUL, FMA3, F16C, BMI1, BMI2, vPro, Boost 2.0

Check out these comparisons for similar CPUs:

Looking for alternatives? Check out these similar CPUs:

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