Core i7-3610QE vs Opteron 6272
Core i7-3610QE
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 i7-3610QE is positioned at rank 945 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 i7-3610QE
Performance Per Dollar Opteron 6272
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i7-3610QE | Opteron 6272 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($105) | ✅ More affordable ($50) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) / 22 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Interlagos (2011−2012) / 32 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i7-3610QE | Opteron 6272 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+110%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($105) | ✅ More affordable ($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 i7-3610QE and Opteron 6272
Core i7-3610QE
The Core i7-3610QE is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 29 April 2012 (13 years ago). It is based on the Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 2.3 GHz, with boost up to 3.3 GHz. L3 cache: 6144 kB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: G2. Thermal design power (TDP): 45 Watt. Memory support: unknown Dual-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 5,234 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 i7-3610QE packs 4 cores / 8 threads, while the Opteron 6272 offers 16 cores / 16 threads — the Opteron 6272 has 12 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.3 GHz on the Core i7-3610QE versus 3 GHz on the Opteron 6272 — a 9.5% clock advantage for the Core i7-3610QE (base: 2.3 GHz vs 2.1 GHz). The Core i7-3610QE uses the Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) architecture (22 nm), while the Opteron 6272 uses Interlagos (2011−2012) (32 nm). In PassMark, the Core i7-3610QE scores 5,234 against the Opteron 6272's 5,240 — a 0.1% lead for the Opteron 6272. L3 cache: 6144 kB (total) on the Core i7-3610QE vs 8 MB (total) on the Opteron 6272.
| Feature | Core i7-3610QE | Opteron 6272 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 8 | 16 / 16+300% |
| Boost Clock | 3.3 GHz+10% | 3 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.3 GHz+10% | 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 | Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) | Interlagos (2011−2012) |
| PassMark | 5,234 | 5,240 |
Memory & Platform
The Core i7-3610QE uses the G2 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Opteron 6272 uses G34 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Core i7-3610QE | Opteron 6272 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | G2 | 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 i7-3610QE) / not specified (Opteron 6272). The Core i7-3610QE includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics 4000), while the Opteron 6272 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i7-3610QE targets Mobile.
| Feature | Core i7-3610QE | Opteron 6272 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | — |
| IGPU Model | HD Graphics 4000 | — |
| Unlocked | No | — |
| AVX-512 | No | — |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | — |
| Target Use | Mobile | — |
Value Analysis
The Core i7-3610QE launched at $315 MSRP, while the Opteron 6272 debuted at $523. At current prices ($105 vs $50), the Opteron 6272 is $55 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i7-3610QE delivers 49.8 pts/$ vs 104.8 pts/$ for the Opteron 6272 — making the Opteron 6272 the 71.1% better value option.
| Feature | Core i7-3610QE | Opteron 6272 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $315-40% | $523 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $105 | $50-52% |
| Performance per Dollar | 49.8 | 104.8+110% |
| Release Date | 2012 | 2011 |
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