Core i5-3340S vs Opteron 4334
Core i5-3340S
Opteron 4334
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 i5-3340S is positioned at rank 754 and the Opteron 4334 is on rank 90, so the Opteron 4334 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Core i5-3340S
Performance Per Dollar Opteron 4334
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i5-3340S | Opteron 4334 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($25) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($130) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Legacy / 22 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Seoul (2012) / 32 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i5-3340S | Opteron 4334 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+422%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($25) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($130) |
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 i5-3340S and Opteron 4334
Core i5-3340S
The Core i5-3340S is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 July 2013 (12 years ago). It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.8 GHz, with boost up to 3.3 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB Intel® Smart Cache. Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1155. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-1333, DDR3-1600. Passmark benchmark score: 3,962 points. Launch price was $69.
Opteron 4334
The Opteron 4334 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2015-01-01. It is based on the Seoul (2012) architecture. It features 6 cores and 6 threads. Base frequency is 3.1 GHz, with boost up to 3.5 GHz. L3 cache: 8192 kB (total). L2 cache: 6144 kB. Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: C32. Thermal design power (TDP): 95 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 3,949 points. Launch price was $800.
Processing Power
The Core i5-3340S packs 4 cores / 4 threads, while the Opteron 4334 offers 6 cores / 6 threads — the Opteron 4334 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.3 GHz on the Core i5-3340S versus 3.5 GHz on the Opteron 4334 — a 5.9% clock advantage for the Opteron 4334 (base: 2.8 GHz vs 3.1 GHz). The Opteron 4334 is built on the Seoul (2012) architecture. In PassMark, the Core i5-3340S scores 3,962 against the Opteron 4334's 3,949 — a 0.3% lead for the Core i5-3340S. L3 cache: 6 MB Intel® Smart Cache on the Core i5-3340S vs 8192 kB (total) on the Opteron 4334.
| Feature | Core i5-3340S | Opteron 4334 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 4 | 6 / 6+50% |
| Boost Clock | 3.3 GHz | 3.5 GHz+6% |
| Base Clock | 2.8 GHz | 3.1 GHz+11% |
| L3 Cache | 6 MB Intel® Smart Cache | 8192 kB (total)+33% |
| L2 Cache | — | 6144 kB |
| Process | 22 nm-31% | 32 nm |
| Architecture | — | Seoul (2012) |
| PassMark | 3,962 | 3,949 |
Memory & Platform
The Core i5-3340S uses the LGA1155 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Opteron 4334 uses C32 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Core i5-3340S | Opteron 4334 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1155 | C32 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0+50% | PCIe 2.0 |
Value Analysis
The Core i5-3340S launched at $182 MSRP, while the Opteron 4334 debuted at $204. At current prices ($25 vs $130), the Core i5-3340S is $105 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i5-3340S delivers 158.5 pts/$ vs 30.4 pts/$ for the Opteron 4334 — making the Core i5-3340S the 135.7% better value option.
| Feature | Core i5-3340S | Opteron 4334 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $182-11% | $204 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $25-81% | $130 |
| Performance per Dollar | 158.5+421% | 30.4 |
| Release Date | 2013 | 2012 |
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