Intel Core i7-4960X vs AMD Ryzen 3 3300X

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Performance
Core i7-4960X
11,99232% of 36,991
Ryzen 3 3300X8% better
12,95235% of 36,991

The Ryzen 3 3300X has 8% better performance than the Core i7-4960X for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

Performance per dollar
Core i7-4960X
No data available
Ryzen 3 3300X
107.9389% of 121.53

The Ryzen 3 3300X has 89% of the performance per dollar compared to the leader for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark: Intel Core i5-13400F.

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Summary

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About the Intel Core i7-4960X CPU

The Intel Core i7-4960X is a 6-core (12-thread) processor built for the desktop CPU market. It launched in Q3 2013. It is part of Intel's Core i7 Extreme lineup, which is based on the Ivy Bridge-E microarchitecture. The i7-4960X is compatible with Intel Socket 2011 motherboards and is fabricated on Intel's 22 nm manufacturing process.

Memory and Cache

The Core i7-4960X supports DDR3 memory and features a quad-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 4 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Core i7-4960X 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 15 MB.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Core i7-4960X features 6 total cores which can process 12 threads simultaneously. The multi-threading capability allows the CPU to execute multiple computational tasks in parallel. The base clock speed of the CPU is 3.6 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 unlocked, enabling overclocking for those seeking to push the CPU's performance further.

Integrated Graphics

The Core i7-4960X does not include an integrated graphics solution. A dedicated graphics card will be required if you require a monitor with your computer.

Benchmark Performance

The Core i7-4960X has the 198th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 32.42% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.

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.

General Info

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

InfoCore i7-4960XRyzen 3 3300X
ManufacturerIntelAMD
SeriesCore i7 ExtremeRyzen 3
Market SegmentDesktopDesktop
Release DateQ3 2013Q2 2020
Launch Price (MSRP)--$120
Production StatusActiveActive
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Benchmark Performance

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Performance
Core i7-4960X
11,99232% of 36,991
Ryzen 3 3300X8% better
12,95235% of 36,991

The Ryzen 3 3300X has 8% better performance than the Core i7-4960X for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The Core i7-4960X is ranked 198th with a score of 11,992, and the Ryzen 3 3300X is ranked 176th with a score of 12,952.

Performance per dollar
Core i7-4960X
No data available
Ryzen 3 3300X
107.9389% of 121.53

The Ryzen 3 3300X has 204% of the performance per dollar compared to the leader for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark: AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.

Ryzen 3 3300X's 107.93 performance per dollar ranks it 0th among the other benchmarked CPUs in our database.

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:Core i7-4960X or
CPUBenchmark Performance
Ryzen 7 1800X13,782+15%
Core i7-870013,310+11%
Ryzen 3 3300X12,952+8%
Ryzen 7 170012,723+6%
Ryzen 5 260012,405+3%
Core i7-7740X12,296+3%
Ryzen 5 2600X12,074+1%
Core i7-4960X11,992
Core i7-7700K11,813-1%
Core i7-8086K11,554-4%

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:Core i7-4960X orRyzen 3 3300X
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%
Ryzen 5 5600X65.72-39%
Ryzen 5 5600G63.85-41%
Core i5-11600K62.52-42%
Ryzen 5 260062.34-42%
Ryzen 7 3700X55.57-49%

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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BenchmarkCore i7-4960XRyzen 3 3300X
3DMark 11 Performance Physics
11,992
12,952
(+8.01%)
3DMark Time Spy CPU
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5,161
Cinebench R15 Multi-Core
1,076
(+0.47%)
1,071
Cinebench R15 Single-Core
144
195
(+35.42%)
Geekbench 6.2 Multi-Core
3,495
5,935
(+69.81%)
Geekbench 6.2 Single-Core
703
1,711
(+143.39%)
CPU Mark Multi-Thread
10,092
12,651
(+25.36%)
CPU Mark Single-Thread
2,082
2,674
(+28.43%)
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.

SpecCore i7-4960XRyzen 3 3300X
ManufacturerIntelAMD
FoundryIntelTSMC
Process Size22 nm7 nm
Transistors1,860 million3,800 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.

SpecCore i7-4960XRyzen 3 3300X
SeriesCore i7 ExtremeRyzen 3
MicroarchitectureIvy Bridge-EZen 2
CodenameIvy Bridge-EMatisse
Memory SupportDDR3DDR4
Memory ChannelsQuad-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.

SpecCore i7-4960XRyzen 3 3300X
Cores64
Threads128
Clock Speed3.6 GHz3.8 GHz
Turbo Clock4.0 GHz4.3 GHz
Base Clock100 MHz100 MHz
Multiplier36.0x38.0x
Multiplier UnlockedYesYes

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.

SpecCore i7-4960XRyzen 3 3300X
L1 Cache64 KB64 KB
L2 Cache256 KB512 KB
L3 Cache15 MB16 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.

SpecCore i7-4960XRyzen 3 3300X
SocketIntel Socket 2011AMD Socket AM4
PCI ExpressPCIe 3.0PCIe 4.0 x16
Thermal Design Power (TDP)130 W65 W
Package Power Tracking (PPT)--88 W
Tcase Max--95 °C
TJ Max66.8 °C--

Graphics, Features, & Extensions

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

SpecCore i7-4960XRyzen 3 3300X
Extensions / TechnologiesMMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.2, AVX, EIST, Intel 64, XD bit, VT-x, VT-d, HTT, AES-NIMMX, 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 2

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