CPU
GPU
Core i5-L16G7
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 i5-L16G7 is positioned at rank 1040 and the Opteron 4386 is on rank 945, so the Opteron 4386 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-L16G7
Performance Per Dollar Opteron 4386
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i5-L16G7 | Opteron 4386 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($459) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Lakefield (2020) / 10 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Seoul (2012) / 32 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i5-L16G7 | Opteron 4386 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ 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 i5-L16G7 and Opteron 4386
Core i5-L16G7
The Core i5-L16G7 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in Junho 2020 (5 years ago). It is based on the Lakefield (2020) architecture. It features 5 cores and 5 threads. Base frequency is 1.4 GHz, with boost up to 3 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 10 nm process technology. Socket: FC-CSP1016. Thermal design power (TDP): 7 Watt. Memory support: LPDDR4X-4267. Passmark benchmark score: 3,280 points. Launch price was $281.
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 i5-L16G7 packs 5 cores / 5 threads, while the Opteron 4386 offers 8 cores / 8 threads — the Opteron 4386 has 3 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3 GHz on the Core i5-L16G7 versus 3.8 GHz on the Opteron 4386 — a 23.5% clock advantage for the Opteron 4386 (base: 1.4 GHz vs 3.1 GHz). The Core i5-L16G7 uses the Lakefield (2020) architecture (10 nm), while the Opteron 4386 uses Seoul (2012) (32 nm). In PassMark, the Core i5-L16G7 scores 3,280 against the Opteron 4386's 3,273 — a 0.2% lead for the Core i5-L16G7. L3 cache: 4 MB (total) on the Core i5-L16G7 vs 8192 kB (total) on the Opteron 4386.
| Feature | Core i5-L16G7 | Opteron 4386 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 5 / 5 | 8 / 8+60% |
| Boost Clock | 3 GHz | 3.8 GHz+27% |
| Base Clock | 1.4 GHz | 3.1 GHz+121% |
| L3 Cache | 4 MB (total) | 8192 kB (total)+100% |
| L2 Cache | 512 kB | 8192 kB+1500% |
| Process | 10 nm-69% | 32 nm |
| Architecture | Lakefield (2020) | Seoul (2012) |
| PassMark | 3,280 | 3,273 |
Memory & Platform
The Core i5-L16G7 uses the FC-CSP1016 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Opteron 4386 uses C32 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches LPDDR4x-4267 on the Core i5-L16G7 versus DDR3-1866 on the Opteron 4386 — the Core i5-L16G7 supports 28.6% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Opteron 4386 supports up to 128 GB of RAM compared to 8 GB — 176.5% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 9 (Core i5-L16G7) vs 42 (Opteron 4386) — the Opteron 4386 offers 33 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives.
| Feature | Core i5-L16G7 | Opteron 4386 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FC-CSP1016 | C32 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0+50% | PCIe 2.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | LPDDR4x-4267+33% | DDR3-1866 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 8 GB | 128 GB+1500% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 9 | 42+367% |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d (Core i5-L16G7) vs AMD-V (Opteron 4386). The Core i5-L16G7 includes integrated graphics (UHD Graphics), while the Opteron 4386 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i5-L16G7 targets Mobile, Opteron 4386 targets Server.
| Feature | Core i5-L16G7 | Opteron 4386 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | No |
| IGPU Model | UHD Graphics | — |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | AMD-V |
| Target Use | Mobile | Server |
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