Core i5-4670S vs Opteron 6272
Core i5-4670S
Opteron 6272
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 i5-4670S is positioned at rank 693 and the Opteron 6272 is on rank 65, so the Opteron 6272 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Core i5-4670S
Performance Per Dollar Opteron 6272
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i5-4670S | Opteron 6272 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($30) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($50) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Haswell (2013−2015) / 22 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Interlagos (2011−2012) / 32 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i5-4670S | Opteron 6272 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+67%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($30) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($50) |
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 i5-4670S and Opteron 6272
Core i5-4670S
The Core i5-4670S is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2 June 2013 (12 years ago). It is based on the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.1 GHz, with boost up to 3.8 GHz. L3 cache: 6144 kB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1150. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 5,252 points. Launch price was $149.
Opteron 6272
The Opteron 6272 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 16 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 2.1 GHz, with boost up to 3 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 8.00391 MB (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: G34. Thermal design power (TDP): 115 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 5,240 points. Launch price was $325.
Processing Power
The Core i5-4670S packs 4 cores / 4 threads, while the Opteron 6272 offers 16 cores / 16 threads — the Opteron 6272 has 12 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.8 GHz on the Core i5-4670S versus 3 GHz on the Opteron 6272 — a 23.5% clock advantage for the Core i5-4670S (base: 3.1 GHz vs 2.1 GHz). The Core i5-4670S uses the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture (22 nm), while the Opteron 6272 uses Interlagos (2011−2012) (32 nm). In PassMark, the Core i5-4670S scores 5,252 against the Opteron 6272's 5,240 — a 0.2% lead for the Core i5-4670S. L3 cache: 6144 kB (total) on the Core i5-4670S vs 8 MB (total) on the Opteron 6272.
| Feature | Core i5-4670S | Opteron 6272 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 4 | 16 / 16+300% |
| Boost Clock | 3.8 GHz+27% | 3 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.1 GHz+48% | 2.1 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 6144 kB (total) | 8 MB (total)+33% |
| L2 Cache | 256 kB (per core) | 8.00391 MB (per core)+3102% |
| Process | 22 nm-31% | 32 nm |
| Architecture | Haswell (2013−2015) | Interlagos (2011−2012) |
| PassMark | 5,252 | 5,240 |
Memory & Platform
The Core i5-4670S uses the LGA1150 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Opteron 6272 uses G34 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Core i5-4670S | Opteron 6272 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1150 | G34 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0+50% | PCIe 2.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1600 | — |
| Max RAM Capacity | 32 GB | — |
| RAM Channels | 2 | — |
| ECC Support | ❌ | — |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | — |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: VT-x, VT-d (Core i5-4670S) / not specified (Opteron 6272). The Core i5-4670S includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics 4600), while the Opteron 6272 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i5-4670S targets Desktop Low Power.
| Feature | Core i5-4670S | Opteron 6272 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | — |
| IGPU Model | HD Graphics 4600 | — |
| Unlocked | No | — |
| AVX-512 | No | — |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | — |
| Target Use | Desktop Low Power | — |
Value Analysis
The Core i5-4670S launched at $213 MSRP, while the Opteron 6272 debuted at $523. At current prices ($30 vs $50), the Core i5-4670S is $20 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i5-4670S delivers 175.1 pts/$ vs 104.8 pts/$ for the Opteron 6272 — making the Core i5-4670S the 50.2% better value option.
| Feature | Core i5-4670S | Opteron 6272 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $213-59% | $523 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $30-40% | $50 |
| Performance per Dollar | 175.1+67% | 104.8 |
| Release Date | 2013 | 2011 |
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