Core i5-2500K vs FX-8320
The Core i5-2500K is about 6% faster for gaming.
Verdict
- Performance index: the Core i5-2500K is 6% faster (18 vs 17).
- Cores: FX-8320 has 8 vs 4.
- Power (TDP): Core i5-2500K 95 W, FX-8320 125 W; the Core i5-2500K delivers 39% more performance per watt.
- Age: the FX-8320 is 1 year newer (2012 vs 2011).
- Platform: different sockets (LGA1155 vs AM3+), so they need different motherboards.
Specs
| Spec | Core i5-2500K | FX-8320 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance index | 18 | 17 |
| Brand / series | Intel Core 2nd Gen | AMD FX |
| Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Cores | 4 | 8 |
| Threads | 4 | 8 |
| Base clock | 3.3 GHz | 3.5 GHz |
| Boost clock | 3.7 GHz | 4 GHz |
| Power (TDP) | 95 W | 125 W |
| Socket | LGA1155 | AM3+ |