Core i5-3330 vs Ryzen 9 9900X3D
The Core i5-3330 is much slower than the Ryzen 9 9900X3D on average across 100+ games and it's also a worse value for money, as it's only $300.99 cheaper!
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 9 9900X3D has a 47% higher base clock.
LGA1155
Sockethelp
AM5Ivy Bridge
Codenamehelp
Granite RidgeDesktop
Segmenthelp
DesktopIntel HD 2500
Integrated GPUhelp
Radeon GraphicsDDR3
RAMhelp
5600 MHz (DDR5)Not Overclockable
Overclock Supporthelp
OverclockableFrequently Asked Questions
compare_arrowsWhich is better, Core i5-3330 or Ryzen 9 9900X3D?expand_more
The Ryzen 9 9900X3D. It's 1467% faster than the Core i5-3330 on average across 100+ games, scoring 94/100 vs 6/100 in our gaming rating.
speedHow much faster is Ryzen 9 9900X3D than Core i5-3330?expand_more
1467% 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 i5-3330 or Ryzen 9 9900X3D?expand_more
The Ryzen 9 9900X3D is faster at both resolutions. Toggle the resolution selector above to see per-game FPS.
paidIs the Ryzen 9 9900X3D worth buying in 2026?expand_more
It scores 94/100 in our gaming rating, faster than most CPUs on the market. Good buy if the price is right.
differenceWhat is the difference between Core i5-3330 and Ryzen 9 9900X3D?expand_more
Performance: Core i5-3330 scores 6/100, Ryzen 9 9900X3D scores 94/100. They also differ in core count, clock speeds, L3 cache, and power draw. Full breakdown in the specs section above.
compressWill the Core i5-3330 or Ryzen 9 9900X3D 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 i5-3330 or Ryzen 9 9900X3D?expand_more
The Ryzen 9 9900X3D is the stronger pick at 94/100. Compare your current CPU against it to see the exact FPS gain across 100+ games.
Popular Comparisons
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