i7-3615QE vs FX-8320
Aggregate performance score
Core i7-3615QE outperforms FX-8320 by a minimal 3% based on our aggregate benchmark results.
Primary details
Comparing FX-8320 and Core i7-3615QE processor market type (desktop or notebook), architecture, sales start time and price.
| Place in the ranking | 1586 | 1559 |
| Place by popularity | not in top-100 | not in top-100 |
| Market segment | Desktop processor | Laptop |
| Power efficiency | 2.59 | 7.41 |
| Architecture codename | Vishera (2012−2015) | Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) |
| Release date | 23 October 2012 (12 years ago) | 29 April 2012 (12 years ago) |
Detailed specifications
FX-8320 and Core i7-3615QE basic parameters such as number of cores, number of threads, base frequency and turbo boost clock, lithography, cache size and multiplier lock state. These parameters indirectly say of CPU speed, though for more precise assessment you have to consider their test results.
| Physical cores | 8 (Octa-Core) | 4 (Quad-Core) |
| Threads | 8 | 8 |
| Base clock speed | 3.5 GHz | 2.3 GHz |
| Boost clock speed | 4 GHz | 3.3 GHz |
| L1 cache | no data | 64 KB (per core) |
| L2 cache | 8192 KB | 256 KB (per core) |
| L3 cache | no data | 6144 KB (shared) |
| Chip lithography | 32 nm | 22 nm |
| Die size | 315 mm2 | 160 mm2 |
| Maximum core temperature | 61 °C | no data |
| Number of transistors | 1,200 million | 1,400 million |
| 64 bit support | + | + |
| Windows 11 compatibility | - | - |
| Unlocked multiplier | + | - |
| P0 Vcore voltage | Min: 1.2 V - Max: 1.4 V | no data |
Compatibility
Information on FX-8320 and Core i7-3615QE compatibility with other computer components: motherboard (look for socket type), power supply unit (look for power consumption) etc. Useful when planning a future computer configuration or upgrading an existing one. Note that power consumption of some processors can well exceed their nominal TDP, even without overclocking. Some can even double their declared thermals given that the motherboard allows to tune the CPU power parameters.
| Number of CPUs in a configuration | 1 | 1 |
| Socket | AM3+ | Intel BGA1023 |
| Power consumption (TDP) | 125 Watt | 45 Watt |
Technologies and extensions
Technological solutions and additional instructions supported by FX-8320 and Core i7-3615QE. You'll probably need this information if you require some particular technology.
| AES-NI | + | + |
| FMA | + | - |
| AVX | + | + |
| Enhanced SpeedStep (EIST) | no data | + |
| Hyper-Threading Technology | no data | + |
Security technologies
FX-8320 and Core i7-3615QE technologies aimed at improving security, for example, by protecting against hacks.
| TXT | no data | + |
Virtualization technologies
Virtual machine speed-up technologies supported by FX-8320 and Core i7-3615QE are enumerated here.
| AMD-V | + | - |
| VT-d | no data | + |
| VT-x | no data | + |
Memory specs
Types, maximum amount and channel quantity of RAM supported by FX-8320 and Core i7-3615QE. Depending on the motherboard, higher memory frequencies may be supported.
| Supported memory types | DDR3 | unknown Dual-channel |
Graphics specifications
General parameters of integrated GPUs, if any.
| Integrated graphics card | no data | Intel HD 4000 |
Peripherals
Specifications and connection of peripherals supported by FX-8320 and Core i7-3615QE.
| PCIe version | n/a | no data |
Synthetic benchmark performance
Various benchmark results of the processors in comparison. Overall score is measured in points in 0-100 range, higher is better.
Combined synthetic benchmark score
This is our combined benchmark performance rating. We are regularly improving our combining algorithms, but if you find some perceived inconsistencies, feel free to speak up in comments section, we usually fix problems quickly.
Passmark
Passmark CPU Mark is a widespread benchmark, consisting of 8 different types of workload, including integer and floating point math, extended instructions, compression, encryption and physics calculation. There is also one separate single-threaded scenario measuring single-core performance.
Pros & cons summary
| Performance score | 3.40 | 3.50 |
| Recency | 23 October 2012 | 29 April 2012 |
| Physical cores | 8 | 4 |
| Chip lithography | 32 nm | 22 nm |
| Power consumption (TDP) | 125 Watt | 45 Watt |
FX-8320 has an age advantage of 5 months, and 100% more physical cores.
i7-3615QE, on the other hand, has a 2.9% higher aggregate performance score, a 45.5% more advanced lithography process, and 177.8% lower power consumption.
Given the minimal performance differences, no clear winner can be declared between FX-8320 and Core i7-3615QE.
Note that FX-8320 is a desktop processor while Core i7-3615QE is a notebook one.
Should you still have questions on choice between FX-8320 and Core i7-3615QE, ask them in Comments section, and we shall answer.
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