CPU
GPU
Core 2 Quad Q8300
Opteron 3320 EE
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. The Core 2 Quad Q8300 is positioned at rank 985 and the Opteron 3320 EE is on rank 282, so the Opteron 3320 EE offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Core 2 Quad Q8300
Performance Per Dollar Opteron 3320 EE
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core 2 Quad Q8300 | Opteron 3320 EE |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($10) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Yorkfield (2007−2009) / 45 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Delhi (2012−2013) / 32 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core 2 Quad Q8300 | Opteron 3320 EE |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($10) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
Performance Check
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 Core 2 Quad Q8300 and Opteron 3320 EE
Core 2 Quad Q8300
The Core 2 Quad Q8300 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2008-01-01. It is based on the Yorkfield (2007−2009) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.5 GHz, with boost up to 2.5 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 4 MB (total). Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: LGA775. Thermal design power (TDP): 95 Watt. Memory support: DDR1, DDR2, DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,917 points. Launch price was $249.
Opteron 3320 EE
The Opteron 3320 EE is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2015-01-01. It is based on the Delhi (2012−2013) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.9 GHz, with boost up to 2.5 GHz. L3 cache: 8192 kB (total). L2 cache: 4096 kB. Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: AM3+. Thermal design power (TDP): 25 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,918 points. Launch price was $800.
Processing Power
Both the Core 2 Quad Q8300 and Opteron 3320 EE share an identical 4-core/4-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 2.5 GHz on the Core 2 Quad Q8300 versus 2.5 GHz on the Opteron 3320 EE — identical boost frequencies (base: 2.5 GHz vs 1.9 GHz). The Core 2 Quad Q8300 uses the Yorkfield (2007−2009) architecture (45 nm), while the Opteron 3320 EE uses Delhi (2012−2013) (32 nm). In PassMark, the Core 2 Quad Q8300 scores 1,917 against the Opteron 3320 EE's 1,918 — a 0.1% lead for the Opteron 3320 EE. L3 cache: 0 kB on the Core 2 Quad Q8300 vs 8192 kB (total) on the Opteron 3320 EE.
| Feature | Core 2 Quad Q8300 | Opteron 3320 EE |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 4 | 4 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 2.5 GHz | 2.5 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.5 GHz+32% | 1.9 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 0 kB | 8192 kB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 4 MB (total) | 4096 kB |
| Process | 45 nm | 32 nm-29% |
| Architecture | Yorkfield (2007−2009) | Delhi (2012−2013) |
| PassMark | 1,917 | 1,918 |
Memory & Platform
The Core 2 Quad Q8300 uses the LGA775 socket (PCIe 1.1), while the Opteron 3320 EE uses AM3+ (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Core 2 Quad Q8300 | Opteron 3320 EE |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA775 | AM3+ |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 1.1 | PCIe 2.0+82% |
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