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Core i7-2700K vs FX-6300
The Core i7-2700K is quite a bit faster than the FX-6300 on average across 100+ games. We cannot compare value as at least one CPU is out of stock.
- Up to 32% faster on average across 100+ games
- Up to 152% more expensive – $332 vs $40.65
FX-63004% Score
- Is 1 year newer
- Up to 152% cheaper – $40.65 vs $332
- Up to 91% better value for money
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.
LGA1155
Sockethelp
AM3+Sandy Bridge
Codenamehelp
VisheraDesktop
Segmenthelp
DesktopIntel HD 3000
Integrated GPUhelp
On certain motherboards (Chipset feature)1333 MHz (DDR3)
RAMhelp
1866 MHz (DDR3)Overclockable
Overclock Supporthelp
OverclockableFrequently Asked Questions
compare_arrowsWhich is better, Core i7-2700K or FX-6300?expand_more
The FX-6300. It's 150% faster than the Core i7-2700K on average across 100+ games, scoring 4/100 vs 10/100 in our gaming rating.
speedHow much faster is FX-6300 than Core i7-2700K?expand_more
150% 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 i7-2700K or FX-6300?expand_more
The FX-6300 is faster at both resolutions. Toggle the resolution selector above to see per-game FPS.
paidIs the FX-6300 worth buying in 2026?expand_more
It scores 4/100 in our gaming rating, faster than most CPUs on the market. Good buy if the price is right.
differenceWhat is the difference between Core i7-2700K and FX-6300?expand_more
Performance: Core i7-2700K scores 10/100, FX-6300 scores 4/100. They also differ in core count, clock speeds, L3 cache, and power draw. Full breakdown in the specs section above.
compressWill the Core i7-2700K or FX-6300 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 i7-2700K or FX-6300?expand_more
The FX-6300 is the stronger pick at 4/100. Compare your current CPU against it to see the exact FPS gain across 100+ games.
Popular Comparisons
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