CPU
GPU
Core i5-6600T
Opteron 6376
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 i5-6600T is positioned at rank 659 and the Opteron 6376 is on rank 63, so the Opteron 6376 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Core i5-6600T
Performance Per Dollar Opteron 6376
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i5-6600T | Opteron 6376 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($35) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($703) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Skylake (2015−2016) / 14 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Abu Dhabi (2012) / 32 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i5-6600T | Opteron 6376 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+1906%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($35) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($703) |
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 i5-6600T and Opteron 6376
Core i5-6600T
The Core i5-6600T is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2 July 2015 (10 years ago). It is based on the Skylake (2015−2016) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.7 GHz, with boost up to 3.5 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1151. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR3, DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 5,565 points. Launch price was $192.
Opteron 6376
The Opteron 6376 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 5 November 2012 (13 years ago). It is based on the Abu Dhabi (2012) architecture. It features 16 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 2.3 GHz, with boost up to 3.2 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 16 MB. Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: G34. Thermal design power (TDP): 115 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 5,572 points. Launch price was $750.
Processing Power
The Core i5-6600T packs 4 cores / 4 threads, while the Opteron 6376 offers 16 cores / 16 threads — the Opteron 6376 has 12 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.5 GHz on the Core i5-6600T versus 3.2 GHz on the Opteron 6376 — a 9% clock advantage for the Core i5-6600T (base: 2.7 GHz vs 2.3 GHz). The Core i5-6600T uses the Skylake (2015−2016) architecture (14 nm), while the Opteron 6376 uses Abu Dhabi (2012) (32 nm). In PassMark, the Core i5-6600T scores 5,565 against the Opteron 6376's 5,572 — a 0.1% lead for the Opteron 6376. L3 cache: 6 MB (total) on the Core i5-6600T vs 8 MB (total) on the Opteron 6376.
| Feature | Core i5-6600T | Opteron 6376 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 4 | 16 / 16+300% |
| Boost Clock | 3.5 GHz+9% | 3.2 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.7 GHz+17% | 2.3 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 6 MB (total) | 8 MB (total)+33% |
| L2 Cache | 256 kB (per core) | 16 MB+6300% |
| Process | 14 nm-56% | 32 nm |
| Architecture | Skylake (2015−2016) | Abu Dhabi (2012) |
| PassMark | 5,565 | 5,572 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | 7,083 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 1,175 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 3,212 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Core i5-6600T uses the LGA1151 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Opteron 6376 uses G34 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Core i5-6600T | Opteron 6376 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1151 | G34 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0+50% | PCIe 2.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4-2133 | — |
| Max RAM Capacity | 64 GB | — |
| RAM Channels | 2 | — |
| ECC Support | ❌ | — |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | — |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: VT-x, VT-d (Core i5-6600T) / not specified (Opteron 6376). The Core i5-6600T includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics 530), while the Opteron 6376 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i5-6600T targets Office. Direct competitor: Core i5-6600T rivals AMD Athlon II X4 640.
| Feature | Core i5-6600T | Opteron 6376 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | — |
| IGPU Model | HD Graphics 530 | — |
| Unlocked | No | — |
| AVX-512 | No | — |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | — |
| Target Use | Office | — |
Value Analysis
The Core i5-6600T launched at $213 MSRP, while the Opteron 6376 debuted at $703.
| Feature | Core i5-6600T | Opteron 6376 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $213-70% | $703 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $35 | — |
| Release Date | 2015 | 2012 |
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