AMD FX-6300 vs AMD Ryzen 3 1200

The AMD Ryzen 3 1200 is the faster processor, scoring 10/100 on our gaming benchmark versus 8/100 for the AMD FX-6300 — roughly 25% faster. If your budget allows, the AMD Ryzen 3 1200 is the better long-term choice.

AMD

AMD FX-6300

8
Gaming score / 100
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Winner

AMD Ryzen 3 1200

10
Gaming score / 100
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Specs compared

SpecAMD FX-6300AMD Ryzen 3 1200
Gaming score8/10010/100
Cores / Threads6 / 64 / 4
Boost clock4.10 GHz3.40 GHz
TDP95 W65 W
SocketAM3+AM4
MSRP$25.00$25.00

AMD FX-6300 vs AMD Ryzen 3 1200: which should you buy?

The AMD Ryzen 3 1200 is the faster processor, scoring 10/100 on our gaming benchmark versus 8/100 for the AMD FX-6300 — roughly 25% faster. If your budget allows, the AMD Ryzen 3 1200 is the better long-term choice. For your specific games and resolution, run both through our comparison tool, check pairing with the bottleneck calculator, or see where each lands on the tier list.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the AMD FX-6300 better than the AMD Ryzen 3 1200?
The AMD Ryzen 3 1200 is faster for gaming, scoring 10/100 versus 8/100 for the AMD FX-6300 (about 25% faster).

Should I buy the AMD FX-6300 or the AMD Ryzen 3 1200?
For raw gaming performance, choose the AMD Ryzen 3 1200. If it costs notably more for only a small gain, the AMD FX-6300 can be the better value. Check current prices before deciding.

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