Core i5-4690K vs Opteron 6274
Core i5-4690K
Opteron 6274
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 i5-4690K is positioned at rank 718 and the Opteron 6274 is on rank 60, so the Opteron 6274 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Core i5-4690K
Performance Per Dollar Opteron 6274
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i5-4690K | Opteron 6274 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($101) | ✅ More affordable ($80) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Haswell (2013−2015) / 22 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Interlagos (2011−2012) / 32 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i5-4690K | Opteron 6274 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+25%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($101) | ✅ More affordable ($80) |
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 i5-4690K and Opteron 6274
Core i5-4690K
The Core i5-4690K is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2 June 2014 (11 years ago). It is based on the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.5 GHz, with boost up to 3.9 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1150. Thermal design power (TDP): 88 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 5,689 points. Launch price was $300.
Opteron 6274
The Opteron 6274 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 2.2 GHz, with boost up to 3.1 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: 5,643 points. Launch price was $909.
Processing Power
The Core i5-4690K packs 4 cores / 4 threads, while the Opteron 6274 offers 16 cores / 16 threads — the Opteron 6274 has 12 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.9 GHz on the Core i5-4690K versus 3.1 GHz on the Opteron 6274 — a 22.9% clock advantage for the Core i5-4690K (base: 3.5 GHz vs 2.2 GHz). The Core i5-4690K uses the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture (22 nm), while the Opteron 6274 uses Interlagos (2011−2012) (32 nm). In PassMark, the Core i5-4690K scores 5,689 against the Opteron 6274's 5,643 — a 0.8% lead for the Core i5-4690K. L3 cache: 6 MB (total) on the Core i5-4690K vs 8 MB (total) on the Opteron 6274.
| Feature | Core i5-4690K | Opteron 6274 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 4 | 16 / 16+300% |
| Boost Clock | 3.9 GHz+26% | 3.1 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.5 GHz+59% | 2.2 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 6 MB (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 | 5,689 | 5,643 |
Memory & Platform
The Core i5-4690K uses the LGA1150 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Opteron 6274 uses G34 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Core i5-4690K | Opteron 6274 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 i5-4690K) / not specified (Opteron 6274). The Core i5-4690K includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics 4600), while the Opteron 6274 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i5-4690K targets Desktop.
| Feature | Core i5-4690K | Opteron 6274 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | — |
| IGPU Model | HD Graphics 4600 | — |
| Unlocked | Yes | — |
| AVX-512 | No | — |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | — |
| Target Use | Desktop | — |
Value Analysis
The Core i5-4690K launched at $243 MSRP, while the Opteron 6274 debuted at $639. At current prices ($101 vs $80), the Opteron 6274 is $21 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i5-4690K delivers 56.3 pts/$ vs 70.5 pts/$ for the Opteron 6274 — making the Opteron 6274 the 22.4% better value option.
| Feature | Core i5-4690K | Opteron 6274 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $243-62% | $639 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $101 | $80-21% |
| Performance per Dollar | 56.3 | 70.5+25% |
| Release Date | 2014 | 2011 |
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