FX-8310 Benchmarks & Performance Report

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Benchmark Results

Combined benchmark scores based on multiple data points, giving a quick overview of this processor's performance.

Overall Score

Overall score for FX-8310 based on all benchmark results gathered. Look at this like a meta score, you will find more specific workload ratings below.

5,073 Rank: 814

Rank	Name	Score	Visual
810	Xeon E3-1240L v5	5,079	+0.1%
811	Core i5-8250U	5,078	+0.1%
812	Xeon W-2123	5,076	+0.1%
813	Xeon E5-1620 v4	5,076	+0.1%
814	FX-8310	5,073
815	Xeon E3-1535M v6	5,072	+-0%
816	Core i7-5557U	5,071	+-0%
817	Core i7-4810MQ	5,069	-0.1%
818	Pentium G4500	5,066	-0.1%
819	Core i5-4590S	5,065	-0.2%

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Multicore Score

Multicore performance score for FX-8310 based on multi-threaded benchmark results.

4,644 Rank: 1037

Rank	Name	Score	Visual
1033	Core i3-4340	4,649	+0.1%
1034	Xeon E3-1235L v5	4,648	+0.1%
1035	Core i5-3350P	4,647	+0.1%
1036	Xeon E3-1270	4,645	+0%
1037	FX-8310	4,644
1038	Core i5-3450S	4,643	+-0%
1039	Xeon E3-1220 V2	4,642	+-0%
1040	Core i7-880	4,642	+-0%
1041	Core i3-6300T	4,641	-0.1%
1042	Core i3-6300	4,640	-0.1%

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Singlecore Score

Single-core performance score for FX-8310 based on single-threaded benchmark results.

5,359 Rank: 681

Rank	Name	Score	Visual
677	Pentium G4500	5,363	+0.1%
678	Ryzen 3 PRO 3200G	5,362	+0.1%
679	Xeon Gold 6248	5,361	+0%
680	Xeon Gold 6126	5,360	+0%
681	FX-8310	5,359
682	Core i3-1115G4	5,359	+0%
683	Core i7-7820HQ	5,358	+-0%
684	Ryzen 3 1200	5,358	+-0%
685	Core i5-7267U	5,356	-0.1%
686	Core i5-6402P	5,356	-0.1%

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Workload Scores

Performance scores grouped by workload type, normalized and aggregated from multiple raw benchmark results.

Number Crunching

Aggregated score for FX-8310 based on integer math, floating point math, and prime number computation benchmarks.

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Data Processing

Aggregated score for FX-8310 based on data encryption, data compression, and string sorting benchmarks.

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Physics & Compute

Aggregated score for FX-8310 based on physics simulation and extended instruction set (SSE/AVX) benchmarks.

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FX-8310 Details

The AMD FX-8310 stands out for its single-core performance, achieving a score of 5359 and ranking #681 in the single-core category among 2060 processors. While this is a strong showing for its era, it's clear that the processor is no longer competitive in today's landscape, as of March 2026. Its multicore score of 4644 places it at #1037, with the overall score of 5073 landing it at #814, indicating a balanced but aging design. The processor, released during a time when 45 nm manufacturing was standard, reflects the state of mid-range desktop computing from over a decade ago.

Built on the Bulldozer microarchitecture, the FX-8310 features four cores and two threads, a configuration that was common for AMD’s mainstream offerings at the time. It operates at a base frequency of 3.33 GHz and can boost to 3.2 GHz under load, though the turbo frequency appears misaligned with the base clock, suggesting a possible data inconsistency. The chip is manufactured on a 45 nm process and uses an LGA771 socket, which limits its compatibility with modern motherboards. With a TDP of 120 W, the processor is power-hungry compared to contemporary designs, reflecting the efficiency trade-offs of its era.

Memory support includes DDR3-1333/1600 and DDR3L-1333/1600, with a maximum capacity of 32 GB and a dual-channel configuration. The memory bandwidth reaches up to 25.6 GB/s, which was adequate for its time but now lags behind modern standards. The integrated GPU is the Intel HD Graphics, operating at a base frequency of 350 MHz and capable of reaching a burst frequency of 1150 MHz, supporting up to three displays. This GPU, while functional for basic tasks, lacks the power needed for modern graphics workloads.

The FX-8310 includes a suite of features such as SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX2, AES-NI, and x86-64 support, ensuring it can handle a wide range of software. It also supports ECC memory, a feature often found in workstations and servers, though this is rare in consumer-grade CPUs. However, its performance is now overshadowed by modern processors, with even mid-tier Intel and AMD offerings surpassing it in all metrics. The processor's closest competitors in the benchmark data are older Intel Core and Xeon models, which are also now obsolete.

In conclusion, the FX-8310 is best suited for legacy systems or niche applications where backward compatibility is required. Its single-core strength makes it marginally suitable for lightly threaded applications, but it is not recommended for modern computing needs. For users seeking performance today, even entry-level processors from the last few years offer significantly better efficiency and capability. The FX-8310 serves as a reminder of a bygone era in CPU design, where raw clock speeds were prioritized over architectural efficiency.