Celeron N5105
VS
Opteron 6234

Celeron N5105 vs Opteron 6234

Intel

Celeron N5105

4 Cores4 Thrd10 WWMax: 2.9 GHz2021
VS
AMD

Opteron 6234

12 Cores12 Thrd115 WWMax: 3 GHz2011

Performance Spectrum - CPU

About PassMark

PassMark CPU Mark evaluates processor speed through complex mathematical computations. It provides a reliable metric to compare multi-core performance, where higher scores indicate faster processing for multitasking, gaming, and heavy workloads.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Opteron 6234

#1
Xeon Platinum 8454H
MSRP: $6540|Avg: N/A
2041%
#6
Xeon Gold 6240R
MSRP: $2444|Avg: N/A
385%
#10
Xeon 6337P
MSRP: $60|Avg: $5
342%
#15
EPYC 9174F
MSRP: $194|Avg: $30
265%
#66
EPYC 4585PX
MSRP: $699|Avg: $826
99%
#67
EPYC 4545P
MSRP: $549|Avg: $595
97%
#71
Ryzen 7 PRO 7745
MSRP: $400|Avg: $343
86%
#73
EPYC 4484PX
MSRP: $599|Avg: $599
83%
#85
Opteron 6234
MSRP: $377|Avg: $141
100%
#86
Xeon E7330
MSRP: $64|Avg: $60
100%
#88
Opteron 6212
MSRP: $266|Avg: N/A
98%
#90
Opteron 4334
MSRP: $204|Avg: $130
97%
Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

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🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Generational Difference: This comparison involves processors from different technological eras. The Celeron N5105 (2021) utilizes 10 nm technology and DDR4, providing a fundamental performance advantage.
InsightCeleron N5105Opteron 6234
Gaming
Lower gaming performance
Superior gaming performance
Workstation
Weaker in multi-core tasks
Better multi-core power
Price
More affordable ($0)
⚠️ Higher cost ($141)
Longevity
✨ Modern (Jasper Lake (2021) / 10 nm)
🛑 Legacy (Interlagos (2011−2012) / 32 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Opteron 6234 (2011) relies on 32 nm technology and DDR3, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.
InsightCeleron N5105Opteron 6234
Cost Efficiency
Lower cost efficiency
Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost
More affordable ($0)
⚠️ Higher cost ($141)

Performance Check

Paired with RTX 4090

To accurately isolate CPU performance, all benchmarks below use an NVIDIA RTX 4090 as the reference GPU. This eliminates GPU-side bottlenecks and highlights pure processing throughput differences between the CPUs.

Note: Real-world results may vary based on your actual GPU. CPU performance impact is more visible in processing-intensive titles and high-refresh-rate gaming scenarios.

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Celeron N5105 and Opteron 6234

Intel

Celeron N5105

The Celeron N5105 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. It is based on the Jasper Lake (2021) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2 GHz, with boost up to 2.9 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 1.5 MB (total). Built on 10 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1338. Thermal design power (TDP): 10 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 4,003 points. Launch price was $69.

AMD

Opteron 6234

The Opteron 6234 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 14 November 2011 (14 years ago). It is based on the Interlagos (2011−2012) architecture. It features 12 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 2.4 GHz, with boost up to 3 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 2 MB (per module). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: G34. Thermal design power (TDP): 115 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 4,072 points. Launch price was $377.

Processing Power

The Celeron N5105 packs 4 cores / 4 threads, while the Opteron 6234 offers 12 cores / 12 threads — the Opteron 6234 has 8 more cores. Boost clocks reach 2.9 GHz on the Celeron N5105 versus 3 GHz on the Opteron 6234 — a 3.4% clock advantage for the Opteron 6234 (base: 2 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The Celeron N5105 uses the Jasper Lake (2021) architecture (10 nm), while the Opteron 6234 uses Interlagos (2011−2012) (32 nm). In PassMark, the Celeron N5105 scores 4,003 against the Opteron 6234's 4,072 — a 1.7% lead for the Opteron 6234. L3 cache: 4 MB (total) on the Celeron N5105 vs 8 MB (total) on the Opteron 6234.

FeatureCeleron N5105Opteron 6234
Cores / Threads
4 / 4
12 / 12+200%
Boost Clock
2.9 GHz
3 GHz+3%
Base Clock
2 GHz
2.4 GHz+20%
L3 Cache
4 MB (total)
8 MB (total)+100%
L2 Cache
1.5 MB (total)
2 MB (per module)+33%
Process
10 nm-69%
32 nm
Architecture
Jasper Lake (2021)
Interlagos (2011−2012)
PassMark
4,003
4,072+2%
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Memory & Platform

The Celeron N5105 uses the BGA1338 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Opteron 6234 uses G34 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.

FeatureCeleron N5105Opteron 6234
Socket
BGA1338
G34
PCIe Generation
PCIe 4.0+100%
PCIe 2.0