Overwatch 2
1080p@60Hz·13:52 played
SaraBray·7h ago
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Ryzen 5 3500X vs Ryzen 5 4500
The Ryzen 5 3500X is slightly faster than the Ryzen 5 4500 on average across 100+ games and it's also a slightly better value for money, as it's only $0.01 more expensive!
Ryzen 5 3500X33% Score
- Up to 1% faster on average across 100+ games
Ryzen 5 450033% Score
- Is 2 years and 7 months newer
- Available for $99.99
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.
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DesktopNo Integrated Graphics
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3200 MHz (DDR4)Overclockable
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OverclockableFrequently Asked Questions
compare_arrowsWhich is better, Ryzen 5 3500X or Ryzen 5 4500?expand_more
Neither, they're within 1% of each other across 100+ games. Pick based on price, availability, or platform compatibility.
aspect_ratioWhich is better for 1440p and 4K gaming, Ryzen 5 3500X or Ryzen 5 4500?expand_more
They trade blows depending on the game. Toggle the resolution selector above to compare per-game FPS at 1440p and 4K.
differenceWhat is the difference between Ryzen 5 3500X and Ryzen 5 4500?expand_more
Performance: Ryzen 5 3500X scores 33/100, Ryzen 5 4500 scores 33/100. They also differ in core count, clock speeds, L3 cache, and power draw. Full breakdown in the specs section above.
compressWill the Ryzen 5 3500X or Ryzen 5 4500 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 Ryzen 5 3500X or Ryzen 5 4500?expand_more
Both are solid choices. Compare your current CPU against each one to see the exact FPS gain.
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