Core 2 Quad Q6700 vs Ryzen 5 3500X
The Core 2 Quad Q6700 is much slower than the Ryzen 5 3500X on average across 100+ games. We cannot compare value as at least one CPU is out of stock.
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.
Base Frequencyhelp
Ryzen 5 3500X has a 35% higher base clock.
LGA775
Sockethelp
AM4Kentsfield
Codenamehelp
MatisseDesktop
Segmenthelp
DesktopOn certain motherboards (Chipset feature)
Integrated GPUhelp
No Integrated GraphicsDDR1, DDR2, DDR3
RAMhelp
3200 MHz (DDR4)Not Overclockable
Overclock Supporthelp
OverclockableFrequently Asked Questions
compare_arrowsWhich is better, Core 2 Quad Q6700 or Ryzen 5 3500X?expand_more
The Ryzen 5 3500X. It's 680% faster than the Core 2 Quad Q6700 on average across 100+ games, scoring 39/100 vs 5/100 in our gaming rating.
speedHow much faster is Ryzen 5 3500X than Core 2 Quad Q6700?expand_more
680% 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, Core 2 Quad Q6700 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 39/100 in our gaming rating, faster than most CPUs on the market. Good buy if the price is right.
differenceWhat is the difference between Core 2 Quad Q6700 and Ryzen 5 3500X?expand_more
Performance: Core 2 Quad Q6700 scores 5/100, Ryzen 5 3500X scores 39/100. They also differ in core count, clock speeds, L3 cache, and power draw. Full breakdown in the specs section above.
compressWill the Core 2 Quad Q6700 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 Core 2 Quad Q6700 or Ryzen 5 3500X?expand_more
The Ryzen 5 3500X is the stronger pick at 39/100. Compare your current CPU against it to see the exact FPS gain across 100+ games.
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