Core i7-4960HQ vs Opteron 6282 SE
Core i7-4960HQ
Opteron 6282 SE
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 i7-4960HQ is positioned at rank 72 and the Opteron 6282 SE is on rank 52, so the Opteron 6282 SE offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Core i7-4960HQ
Performance Per Dollar Opteron 6282 SE
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i7-4960HQ | Opteron 6282 SE |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($770) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Crystalwell (2013−2014) / 22 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Interlagos (2011−2012) / 32 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i7-4960HQ | Opteron 6282 SE |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($770) |
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 i7-4960HQ and Opteron 6282 SE
Core i7-4960HQ
The Core i7-4960HQ is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 September 2013 (12 years ago). It is based on the Crystalwell (2013−2014) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 2.6 GHz, with boost up to 3.8 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1364. Thermal design power (TDP): 47 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 6,370 points. Launch price was $657.
Opteron 6282 SE
The Opteron 6282 SE 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 2.6 GHz, with boost up to 3.3 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 2 MB (per module). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: G34. Thermal design power (TDP): 140 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 6,385 points. Launch price was $1,090.
Processing Power
The Core i7-4960HQ packs 4 cores / 8 threads, while the Opteron 6282 SE offers 16 cores / 16 threads — the Opteron 6282 SE has 12 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.8 GHz on the Core i7-4960HQ versus 3.3 GHz on the Opteron 6282 SE — a 14.1% clock advantage for the Core i7-4960HQ (base: 2.6 GHz vs 2.6 GHz). The Core i7-4960HQ uses the Crystalwell (2013−2014) architecture (22 nm), while the Opteron 6282 SE uses Interlagos (2011−2012) (32 nm). In PassMark, the Core i7-4960HQ scores 6,370 against the Opteron 6282 SE's 6,385 — a 0.2% lead for the Opteron 6282 SE. Both processors carry 8 MB (total) of L3 cache.
| Feature | Core i7-4960HQ | Opteron 6282 SE |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 8 | 16 / 16+300% |
| Boost Clock | 3.8 GHz+15% | 3.3 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.6 GHz | 2.6 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 8 MB (total) | 8 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 256K (per core) | 2 MB (per module)+700% |
| Process | 22 nm-31% | 32 nm |
| Architecture | Crystalwell (2013−2014) | Interlagos (2011−2012) |
| PassMark | 6,370 | 6,385 |
Memory & Platform
The Core i7-4960HQ uses the BGA1364 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Opteron 6282 SE uses G34 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Core i7-4960HQ | Opteron 6282 SE |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | BGA1364 | G34 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0+50% | PCIe 2.0 |
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