Dell Xeon E5-2637 V2 32-core Socket A/Socket 462 (PGA 462)
AMD FX FD8300WMHKBOX 8-core AM3+
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Dell Xeon E5-2637 V2 32-core Socket A/Socket 462 (PGA 462)
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AMD FX FD8300WMHKBOX 8-core AM3+
The AMD FX-8300 is generally well-regarded for its value and performance in gaming and multitasking, with users praising its overclocking potential and compatibility with DDR3 RAM. However, several reviewers note that the stock cooler is loud and inefficient, recommending an aftermarket solution. There is also some confusion about the L3 cache specification, though one user confirmed it has 8MB. Overall, it's seen as a solid budget CPU, but potential buyers should consider waiting for newer options like Ryzen.
Pros
- Good value for money
- Strong overclocking potential
- Compatible with DDR3 RAM
- Handles gaming well
- Stable at moderate overclocks
Cons
- Stock cooler is loud
- Stock cooler inefficient
- L3 cache spec confusion
- Not a huge upgrade over FX-6350
- May need BIOS update
Scores
Specifications
| Dell Xeon E5-2637 V2 | AMD FX FD8300WMHKBOX | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| Brand | Intel | AMD |
| Series | Xeon | FX |
| Model | 5-2637 V2 | FD8300WMHKBOX |
| Codename | Turin | Vishera |
| Class | server | desktop |
| Process | 4★ | 32 |
| Cores & Clocks | ||
| Cores | 32★ | 8 |
| P-cores | 48★ | — |
| Threads | 64★ | 8 |
| Base Clock | ||
| Boost Clock | ||
| Cache | ||
| L2 Cache | 48★ | 8 |
| L3 Cache | ||
| Performance | ||
| PassMark Multi | ||
| PassMark Single | ||
| Memory | ||
| Memory Type | DDR4★ | DDR3 |
| Max Speed | ||
| Channels | — | 2★ |
| Max Memory | No data | |
| ECC | ✓★ | — |
| Platform & Power | ||
| Socket | Socket A/Socket 462 (PGA 462) | AM3+ |
| PCIe | 3.0 | — |
| PCIe Lanes | 64★ | — |
| TDP | 200 | 95★ |
| Max Turbo Power | 350★ | — |
| Unlocked | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Graphics & AI | ||
| Integrated Graphics | No | — |
Pros & Cons
Dell Xeon E5-2637 V2 32-core Socket A/Socket 462 (PGA 462)
- Strong ai (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong feature (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong affordability (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Strong platform (77th percentile)
- Below average efficiency (32nd percentile)
AMD FX FD8300WMHKBOX 8-core AM3+
- Strong social proof (78th percentile)
- Strong feature (75th percentile)
- Strong affordability (74th percentile)
- Below average user sentiment (21st percentile)
- Below average single thread (33rd percentile)
Verdict
Scores 52 overall, wins 3 of 6 usage categories and 14 of 27 specs.