Core i3-4130 vs FX-8320
The FX-8320 is about 13% faster for gaming.
Verdict
- Performance index: the FX-8320 is 13% faster (17 vs 15).
- Cores: FX-8320 has 8 vs 2.
- Power (TDP): Core i3-4130 54 W, FX-8320 125 W; the Core i3-4130 delivers 104% more performance per watt.
- Age: the Core i3-4130 is 1 year newer (2013 vs 2012).
- Platform: different sockets (LGA1150 vs AM3+), so they need different motherboards.
Specs
| Spec | Core i3-4130 | FX-8320 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance index | 15 | 17 |
| Brand / series | Intel Core 4th Gen | AMD FX |
| Released | 2013 | 2012 |
| Cores | 2 | 8 |
| Threads | 4 | 8 |
| Base clock | 3.4 GHz | 3.5 GHz |
| Boost clock | 3.4 GHz | 4 GHz |
| Power (TDP) | 54 W | 125 W |
| Socket | LGA1150 | AM3+ |