CPU
GPU
Core i3-10300T
Opteron 6348
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.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Core i3-10300T
Performance Per Dollar Opteron 6348
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i3-10300T | Opteron 6348 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($100) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($287) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Legacy / 14 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Abu Dhabi (2012) / 32 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i3-10300T | Opteron 6348 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+188%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($100) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($287) |
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 i3-10300T and Opteron 6348
Core i3-10300T
The Core i3-10300T is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 April 2020 (5 years ago). It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3 GHz, with boost up to 3.9 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB Intel® Smart Cache. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1200. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2666. Passmark benchmark score: 7,879 points. Launch price was $149.
Opteron 6348
The Opteron 6348 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2015-01-01. It is based on the Abu Dhabi (2012) architecture. It features 12 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 2.8 GHz, with boost up to 3.4 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 12 MB. Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: G34. Thermal design power (TDP): 115 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 7,850 points. Launch price was $800.
Processing Power
The Core i3-10300T packs 4 cores / 8 threads, while the Opteron 6348 offers 12 cores / 12 threads — the Opteron 6348 has 8 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.9 GHz on the Core i3-10300T versus 3.4 GHz on the Opteron 6348 — a 13.7% clock advantage for the Core i3-10300T (base: 3 GHz vs 2.8 GHz). The Opteron 6348 is built on the Abu Dhabi (2012) architecture. In PassMark, the Core i3-10300T scores 7,879 against the Opteron 6348's 7,850 — a 0.4% lead for the Core i3-10300T. L3 cache: 8 MB Intel® Smart Cache on the Core i3-10300T vs 8 MB (total) on the Opteron 6348.
| Feature | Core i3-10300T | Opteron 6348 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 8 | 12 / 12+200% |
| Boost Clock | 3.9 GHz+15% | 3.4 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3 GHz+7% | 2.8 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 8 MB Intel® Smart Cache | 8 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | — | 12 MB |
| Process | 14 nm-56% | 32 nm |
| Architecture | — | Abu Dhabi (2012) |
| PassMark | 7,879 | 7,850 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 1,313 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 4,090 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Core i3-10300T uses the LGA1200 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Opteron 6348 uses G34 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Core i3-10300T | Opteron 6348 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1200 | G34 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0+50% | PCIe 2.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4-2666 | — |
| Max RAM Capacity | 128 GB | — |
| RAM Channels | 2 | — |
| ECC Support | ❌ | — |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | — |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: VT-x, VT-d (Core i3-10300T) / not specified (Opteron 6348). The Core i3-10300T includes integrated graphics (UHD Graphics 630), while the Opteron 6348 requires a dedicated GPU.
| Feature | Core i3-10300T | Opteron 6348 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | — |
| IGPU Model | UHD Graphics 630 | — |
| Unlocked | No | — |
| AVX-512 | No | — |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | — |
Value Analysis
The Core i3-10300T launched at $157 MSRP, while the Opteron 6348 debuted at $575. At current prices ($100 vs $287), the Core i3-10300T is $187 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i3-10300T delivers 78.8 pts/$ vs 27.4 pts/$ for the Opteron 6348 — making the Core i3-10300T the 96.9% better value option.
| Feature | Core i3-10300T | Opteron 6348 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $157-73% | $575 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $100-65% | $287 |
| Performance per Dollar | 78.8+188% | 27.4 |
| Release Date | 2020 | 2012 |
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