Core i3-4360T vs Opteron 4386
Core i3-4360T
Opteron 4386
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 i3-4360T is positioned at rank 709 and the Opteron 4386 is on rank 945, so the Core i3-4360T offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Core i3-4360T
Performance Per Dollar Opteron 4386
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i3-4360T | Opteron 4386 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($40) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($459) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Haswell (2013−2015) / 22 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Seoul (2012) / 32 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i3-4360T | Opteron 4386 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+1055%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($40) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($459) |
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 i3-4360T and Opteron 4386
Core i3-4360T
The Core i3-4360T is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 21 July 2014 (11 years ago). It is based on the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.2 GHz, with boost up to 3.2 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1150. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 3,294 points. Launch price was $69.
Opteron 4386
The Opteron 4386 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2015-01-01. It is based on the Seoul (2012) architecture. It features 8 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.1 GHz, with boost up to 3.8 GHz. L3 cache: 8192 kB (total). L2 cache: 8192 kB. Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: C32. Thermal design power (TDP): 95 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 3,273 points. Launch price was $800.
Processing Power
The Core i3-4360T packs 2 cores / 4 threads, while the Opteron 4386 offers 8 cores / 8 threads — the Opteron 4386 has 6 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.2 GHz on the Core i3-4360T versus 3.8 GHz on the Opteron 4386 — a 17.1% clock advantage for the Opteron 4386 (base: 3.2 GHz vs 3.1 GHz). The Core i3-4360T uses the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture (22 nm), while the Opteron 4386 uses Seoul (2012) (32 nm). In PassMark, the Core i3-4360T scores 3,294 against the Opteron 4386's 3,273 — a 0.6% lead for the Core i3-4360T. L3 cache: 4 MB (total) on the Core i3-4360T vs 8192 kB (total) on the Opteron 4386.
| Feature | Core i3-4360T | Opteron 4386 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 4 | 8 / 8+300% |
| Boost Clock | 3.2 GHz | 3.8 GHz+19% |
| Base Clock | 3.2 GHz+3% | 3.1 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 4 MB (total) | 8192 kB (total)+100% |
| L2 Cache | 256 kB (per core) | 8192 kB+3100% |
| Process | 22 nm-31% | 32 nm |
| Architecture | Haswell (2013−2015) | Seoul (2012) |
| PassMark | 3,294 | 3,273 |
Memory & Platform
The Core i3-4360T uses the LGA1150 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Opteron 4386 uses C32 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR3-1600 memory speed. The Opteron 4386 supports up to 128 GB of RAM compared to 32 GB — 120% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 16 (Core i3-4360T) vs 42 (Opteron 4386) — the Opteron 4386 offers 26 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives.
| Feature | Core i3-4360T | Opteron 4386 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1150 | C32 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0+50% | PCIe 2.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1600 | DDR3-1866 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 32 GB | 128 GB+300% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | 42+163% |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d (Core i3-4360T) vs AMD-V (Opteron 4386). The Core i3-4360T includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics 4600), while the Opteron 4386 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i3-4360T targets Desktop, Opteron 4386 targets Server.
| Feature | Core i3-4360T | Opteron 4386 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | No |
| IGPU Model | HD Graphics 4600 | — |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | AMD-V |
| Target Use | Desktop | Server |
Value Analysis
The Core i3-4360T launched at $138 MSRP, while the Opteron 4386 debuted at $459. At current prices ($40 vs $459), the Core i3-4360T is $419 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i3-4360T delivers 82.3 pts/$ vs 7.1 pts/$ for the Opteron 4386 — making the Core i3-4360T the 168.1% better value option.
| Feature | Core i3-4360T | Opteron 4386 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $138-70% | $459 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $40-91% | $459 |
| Performance per Dollar | 82.3+1059% | 7.1 |
| Release Date | 2014 | 2012 |
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