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AMD Ryzen 5 3500X vs Intel Core 2 Quad Q9300. Specifications, performance, tests

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Released
Q4/2019
AMD Ryzen 5 3500X
AMD Ryzen 5 3500X
Released
Q1/2008
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Intel Core 2 Quad Q9300
Intel Core 2 Quad Q9300

Compare AMD Ryzen 5 3500X VS Intel Core 2 Quad Q9300. Which processor delivers superior performance?

In this detailed comparison, we evaluate the specifications and benchmarks of both processors to determine the best choice for your needs. We analyze their core counts, maximum frequencies, and power consumption.

AMD Ryzen 5 3500X boasts a maximum frequency of 3.60 GHz GHz. 6 cores that enhance multitasking capabilities.With a power consumption of 65 W W, it ensures efficient performance.Released in Q4/2019, it incorporates the latest technology for optimal efficiency.

Intel Core 2 Quad Q9300 features a maximum frequency of 2.50 GHz GHz. 4 cores designed for high-performance tasks.Its power consumption is 95 W W, providing a balance of power and efficiency.Launched in Q1/2008, it is built to handle demanding applications.

Differences

AMD Ryzen 5 3500X Reasons to consider
AMD Ryzen 5 3500X
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  • Place in the overall ranking

    (based on several benchmarks)

    470 left arrow score
  • Higher clock speed

    Around 31% better clock speed

    3.60 GHz left arrow 2.50 GHz
  • More number of cores

    2 times more cores

    6 left arrow 4
  • Higher turbo clock speed

    Around 39% better overclocked clock speed

    4.10 GHz left arrow 2.50 GHz
  • Performance per watt

    times less performance per watt

    65 W left arrow 95 W

Positions in all rankings

Common positions AMD Ryzen 5 3500X CPU in popular benchmarks, for comparison with other models.

  • Cinebench R20 (Single-Core)
    203 place
  • Cinebench R20 (Multi-Core)
    232 place
  • Cinebench R15 (Single-Core)
    179 place
  • Cinebench R15 (Multi-Core)
    279 place
  • Geekbench 5, 64bit (Single-Core)
    384 place
  • Geekbench 5, 64bit (Multi-Core)
    502 place
  • Monero Hashrate kH/s
    62 place
  • Estimated results for PassMark CPU Mark
    350 place
  • Place in the overall ranking

    (based on several benchmarks)

    1433 left arrow score

Positions in all rankings

Common positions Intel Core 2 Quad Q9300 CPU in popular benchmarks, for comparison with other models.

  • Cinebench R20 (Single-Core)
    552 place
  • Cinebench R20 (Multi-Core)
    445 place
  • Geekbench 5, 64bit (Single-Core)
    1304 place
  • Geekbench 5, 64bit (Multi-Core)
    1285 place
  • Geekbench 3, 64bit (Single-Core)
    750 place
  • Geekbench 3, 64bit (Multi-Core)
    623 place
  • Estimated results for PassMark CPU Mark
    1066 place

Specifications

Technical data
AMD Ryzen 5 3500X AMD Ryzen 5 3500X
Intel Core 2 Quad Q9300 Intel Core 2 Quad Q9300
CPU family and group

Comprehensive background on the processors being compared, detailing their series, generation, and targeted market segment.

  • Segment
    Desktop / Server left arrow Desktop / Server
  • Family
    AMD Ryzen left arrow Intel Core2 Duo
  • Generation
    3 left arrow 2
  • CPU group
    AMD Ryzen 3000 left arrow Intel Core 2 Quad
  • Predecessor
    AMD Ryzen 5 2500X left arrow --
CPU Technical specs

Essential parameters including the number of cores, threads, base and turbo frequencies, and cache size. These metrics provide insight into the processor’s speed—higher values generally indicate better performance.

  • Frequency
    3.60 GHz left arrow 2.50 GHz
  • CPU Cores
    6 left arrow 4
  • Turbo (1 Core)
    4.10 GHz left arrow 2.50 GHz
  • CPU Threads
    6 left arrow 4
  • Hyperthreading
    No left arrow No
  • Overclocking
    Yes left arrow No
  • Core architecture
    normal left arrow normal
IGPU

The integrated graphics (iGPU) do not influence the CPU performance significantly; they serve as a substitute for a dedicated graphics card in the absence of one or are utilized in mobile devices.

  • GPU name
    no iGPU left arrow no iGPU
  • GPU (Turbo)
    No turbo left arrow No turbo
Hardware codec support

This section details the built-in codecs used for encoding and decoding media content, which significantly enhance processing speed and efficiency.

  • h265 / HEVC (8 bit)
    No left arrow No
  • h265 / HEVC (10 bit)
    No left arrow No
  • h264
    No left arrow No
  • VP9
    No left arrow No
  • VP8
    No left arrow No
  • AV1
    No left arrow No
  • AVC
    No left arrow No
  • VC-1
    No left arrow No
  • JPEG
    No left arrow No
Memory specs & PCI

Overview of the types and quantities of RAM supported by Intel Core 2 Quad Q9300 and AMD Ryzen 5 3500X. The supported memory frequencies may vary depending on the motherboard configuration.

  • ECC
    Yes left arrow No
  • Memory channels
    2 left arrow 0
  • PCIe version
    4.0 left arrow
  • PCIe lanes
    20 left arrow
Encryption
  • AES-NI
    Yes left arrow No
Thermal Management

Analyze the TDP (Thermal Design Power) requirements of AMD Ryzen 5 3500X and Intel Core 2 Quad Q9300 to make an informed decision on the appropriate cooling system. Remember that TDP refers to thermal watts, not electrical watts.

  • TDP (PL1)
    65 W left arrow 95 W
  • Tjunction max.
    95 °C left arrow --
Technologies and extensions

Information on architecture, interfaces, and additional instructions supported by AMD Ryzen 5 3500X and Intel Core 2 Quad Q9300, including virtual machine technologies and fabrication processes.

  • Instruction set (ISA)
    x86-64 (64 bit) left arrow x86-64 (64 bit)
  • Virtualization
    AMD-V, SVM left arrow VT-x, VT-d
  • ISA extensions
    SSE4a, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX2, FMA3 left arrow SSE3
  • L3-Cache
    32.00 MB left arrow 6.00 MB
  • Architecture
    Matisse (Zen 2) left arrow Yorkfield
  • Technology
    7 nm left arrow 45 nm
  • Socket
    AM4 left arrow AM1
  • Release date
    Q4/2019 left arrow Q1/2008

Benchmarks

Performance tests CPUs

By analyzing the results from various benchmarks, you can gain a clearer understanding of the performance differences between AMD Ryzen 5 3500X and Intel Core 2 Quad Q9300.

Compare the synthetic benchmark scores and make an informed decision on the best processor for your needs!

Cinebench R20 (Single-Core)
Cinebench R20 SC is a high load CPU test for long tasks on a desktop or notebook PC, uses one CPU core, with no hypetrading
464
AMD Ryzen 5 3500X
178
Intel Core 2 Quad Q9300
Cinebench R20 (Multi-Core)
Cinebench R20 MC is a high load CPU test for long tasks on a desktop or notebook PC, using a multi-core and hyperthreading
2652
AMD Ryzen 5 3500X
693
Intel Core 2 Quad Q9300
Geekbench 5, 64bit (Single-Core)
Geekbench 5 SC is a popular cross-platform performance test for desktop or mobile processors that uses system memory intensively
1169
AMD Ryzen 5 3500X
352
Intel Core 2 Quad Q9300
Geekbench 5, 64bit (Multi-Core)
Geekbench 5 MC is a popular cross-platform performance test for desktop or mobile processors that uses system memory intensively
5311
AMD Ryzen 5 3500X
1093
Intel Core 2 Quad Q9300
Estimated results for PassMark CPU Mark
PassMark is a test suite that performs complex mathematical calculations to determine CPU performance on file compression, encryption and physics-related tasks
16110
AMD Ryzen 5 3500X
3156
Intel Core 2 Quad Q9300

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