Intel Core i9-9980XE vs AMD FX-8350

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Performance
Core i9-9980XE166% better
19,23752% of 36,991
FX-8350
7,23020% of 36,991

The Core i9-9980XE has 166% better performance than the FX-8350 for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

Performance per dollar
Core i9-9980XE
9.728% of 121.53
FX-8350274% better
36.3330% of 121.53

The FX-8350 has 274% better value for the money than the Core i9-9980XE for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

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Summary

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About the Intel Core i9-9980XE CPU

The Intel Core i9-9980XE is an end-of-life 18-core (36-thread) processor built for the desktop CPU market. It launched in Q4 2018 with a suggested retail price of $1,979. It is part of Intel's Core i9 Extreme lineup, which is based on the X-Series 9th Gen microarchitecture. The i9-9980XE is compatible with Intel Socket 2066 motherboards and is fabricated on Intel's 14 nm manufacturing process.

Memory and Cache

The Core i9-9980XE supports DDR4 memory and features a quad-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 4 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Core i9-9980XE 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 1 MB, is larger but slower than the L1. Its L3 cache, a shared resource among the CPU's cores, has a capacity of 24.75 MB.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Core i9-9980XE features 18 total cores which can process 36 threads simultaneously. The multi-threading capability allows the CPU to execute multiple computational tasks in parallel. The base clock speed of the CPU is 3.0 GHz, and it can boost up to 4.5 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 i9-9980XE 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 Core i9-9980XE has the 77th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 52.00% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D. Its 19,237 score and $1,979 launch price (MSRP) gives it a performance per dollar of 9.72. This is the 195th best in value for the 3DMark 11 Perf. Physics benchmark.

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.

General Info

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

InfoCore i9-9980XEFX-8350
ManufacturerIntelAMD
SeriesCore i9 ExtremeFX
Market SegmentDesktopDesktop
Release DateQ4 2018Q4 2012
Launch Price (MSRP)$1,979$199
Production StatusEnd-of-lifeEnd-of-life
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Benchmark Performance

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Performance
Core i9-9980XE166% better
19,23752% of 36,991
FX-8350
7,23020% of 36,991

The Core i9-9980XE has 166% better performance than the FX-8350 for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The Core i9-9980XE is ranked 77th with a score of 19,237, and the FX-8350 is ranked 337th with a score of 7,230.

Performance per dollar
Core i9-9980XE
9.728% of 121.53
FX-8350274% better
36.3330% of 121.53

The FX-8350 has 274% better value for the money than the Core i9-9980XE for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The Core i9-9980XE is ranked 195th with a performance per dollar of 9.72, and the FX-8350 is ranked 95th with a performance per dollar of 36.33.

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 i9-9980XE or
CPUBenchmark Performance
Ryzen 5 5600X19,649+2%
Core i5-12400F19,436+1%
Core i9-9980XE19,237
Ryzen 9 3900X18,932-2%
Ryzen 7 3800XT18,905-2%
Ryzen 5 14007,363.5-62%
Core i5-11400T7,319-62%
FX-83507,230-62%
Ryzen 3 2200G6,805-65%
Core i5-35506,593-66%

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 i9-9980XE or
CPUPerformance Per Dollar
Core i5-850041.36+326%
Core i5-11400T40.21+314%
FX-835036.33+274%
Core i5-446034.75+258%
Core i5-640034.52+255%
Ryzen Threadripper 1950X17.85+84%
Core i9-7900X15.28+57%
Core i9-9980XE9.72
Core i7-6950X9.52-2%

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 i9-9980XEFX-8350
3DMark 11 Performance Physics
19,237
(+166.07%)
7,230
3DMark Time Spy CPU
10,963
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Cinebench R15 Multi-Core
3,735.5
(+487.34%)
636
Cinebench R15 Single-Core
197.5
(+103.61%)
97
Geekbench 6.2 Multi-Core
11,397
(+474.16%)
1,985
Geekbench 6.2 Single-Core
1,434
(+193.85%)
488
CPU Mark Multi-Thread
31,988
(+427.85%)
6,060
CPU Mark Single-Thread
2,564
(+62.18%)
1,581
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 i9-9980XEFX-8350
ManufacturerIntelAMD
FoundryIntelGlobalFoundries
Process Size14 nm32 nm
Transistors--1,200 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.

SpecCore i9-9980XEFX-8350
SeriesCore i9 ExtremeFX
MicroarchitectureX-Series 9th GenVishera
CodenameSkylake-XVishera
Memory SupportDDR4DDR3
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 i9-9980XEFX-8350
Cores188
Threads368
Clock Speed3.0 GHz4.0 GHz
Turbo Clock4.5 GHz4.2 GHz
Base Clock100 MHz200 MHz
Multiplier30.0x20.0x
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 i9-9980XEFX-8350
L1 Cache64 KB384 KB
L2 Cache1 MB8 MB
L3 Cache24.75 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.

SpecCore i9-9980XEFX-8350
SocketIntel Socket 2066AMD Socket AM3+
PCI ExpressPCIe 3.0 x44PCIe 2.0
Thermal Design Power (TDP)165 W125 W
TJ Max84 °C--

Graphics, Features, & Extensions

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

SpecCore i9-9980XEFX-8350
Integrated Graphics--Motherboard Dependent
Extensions / TechnologiesMMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, AVX-512, EIST, Intel 64, XD bit, VT-x, VT-d, HTT, AES-NI, TSX, TXT, CLMUL, FMA3, F16C, BMI1, BMI2, Boost 2.0, Boost 3.0MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, SSE4a, AMD64, AMD-V, AES, AVX, CLMUL, CVT16, EVP, FMA4, XOP, Turbo Core, HT3.1

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