Valorant
1080p@165Hz·14:42 played
SEMUH·3h ago
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FX-8350 vs Ryzen 5 3500X
The FX-8350 is much slower than the Ryzen 5 3500X on average across 100+ games and it's also a much worse value for money, as it's $158.02 more expensive!
FX-83505% Score
- Available for $258.02
Ryzen 5 3500X34% Score
- Up to 124% faster on average across 100+ games
- Is 7 years newer
FPS Comparison Across Popular Games
Predicted average FPS at 1080p, 1440p, and 4K, based on real game benchmarks.
Specs & Benchmark Comparison
Side-by-side specs, synthetic benchmarks, and key hardware differences.
AM3+
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AM4Vishera
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MatisseDesktop
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DesktopOn certain motherboards (Chipset feature)
Integrated GPUhelp
No Integrated Graphics1866 MHz (DDR3)
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3200 MHz (DDR4)Overclockable
Overclock Supporthelp
OverclockableFrequently Asked Questions
compare_arrowsWhich is better, FX-8350 or Ryzen 5 3500X?expand_more
The Ryzen 5 3500X. It's 580% faster than the FX-8350 on average across 100+ games, scoring 34/100 vs 5/100 in our gaming rating.
speedHow much faster is Ryzen 5 3500X than FX-8350?expand_more
580% faster on average. The gap varies by game and resolution, check the per-game FPS comparison above.
aspect_ratioWhich is better for 1440p and 4K gaming, FX-8350 or Ryzen 5 3500X?expand_more
The Ryzen 5 3500X is faster at both resolutions. Toggle the resolution selector above to see per-game FPS.
paidIs the Ryzen 5 3500X worth buying in 2026?expand_more
It scores 34/100 in our gaming rating, faster than most CPUs on the market. Good buy if the price is right.
differenceWhat is the difference between FX-8350 and Ryzen 5 3500X?expand_more
Performance: FX-8350 scores 5/100, Ryzen 5 3500X scores 34/100. They also differ in core count, clock speeds, L3 cache, and power draw. Full breakdown in the specs section above.
compressWill the FX-8350 or Ryzen 5 3500X bottleneck my PC?expand_more
Depends on the rest of your build, especially your GPU. Swap the paired GPU in the FPS section above to see if it limits performance, or use our bottleneck calculator for a full analysis.
upgradeIs it worth upgrading to the FX-8350 or Ryzen 5 3500X?expand_more
The Ryzen 5 3500X is the stronger pick at 34/100. Compare your current CPU against it to see the exact FPS gain across 100+ games.
Popular Comparisons
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