Opteron 3260 HE vs Core m5-6Y54
Opteron 3260 HE
Core m5-6Y54
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 Opteron 3260 HE is positioned at rank 214 and the Core m5-6Y54 is on rank 1132, so the Opteron 3260 HE offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Opteron 3260 HE
Performance Per Dollar Core m5-6Y54
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Opteron 3260 HE | Core m5-6Y54 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($281) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Zurich (2012) / 32 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Skylake-Y (2015) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Opteron 3260 HE | Core m5-6Y54 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($281) |
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 Opteron 3260 HE and Core m5-6Y54
Opteron 3260 HE
The Opteron 3260 HE is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 20 March 2012 (13 years ago). It is based on the Zurich (2012) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.7 GHz, with boost up to 3.7 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 4 MB. Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: AM3+. Thermal design power (TDP): 45 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 2,283 points. Launch price was $125.
Core m5-6Y54
The Core m5-6Y54 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 September 2015 (10 years ago). It is based on the Skylake-Y (2015) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.1 GHz, with boost up to 2.7 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1515. Thermal design power (TDP): 4.5 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 2,294 points. Launch price was $281.
Processing Power
The Opteron 3260 HE packs 4 cores / 4 threads, while the Core m5-6Y54 offers 2 cores / 4 threads — the Opteron 3260 HE has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.7 GHz on the Opteron 3260 HE versus 2.7 GHz on the Core m5-6Y54 — a 31.3% clock advantage for the Opteron 3260 HE (base: 2.7 GHz vs 1.1 GHz). The Opteron 3260 HE uses the Zurich (2012) architecture (32 nm), while the Core m5-6Y54 uses Skylake-Y (2015) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Opteron 3260 HE scores 2,283 against the Core m5-6Y54's 2,294 — a 0.5% lead for the Core m5-6Y54. Both processors carry 4 MB (total) of L3 cache.
| Feature | Opteron 3260 HE | Core m5-6Y54 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 4+100% | 2 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 3.7 GHz+37% | 2.7 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.7 GHz+145% | 1.1 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 4 MB (total) | 4 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 4 MB+1500% | 256 kB (per core) |
| Process | 32 nm | 14 nm-56% |
| Architecture | Zurich (2012) | Skylake-Y (2015) |
| PassMark | 2,283 | 2,294 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 875 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 1,648 |
Memory & Platform
The Opteron 3260 HE uses the AM3+ socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Core m5-6Y54 uses FCBGA1515 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Opteron 3260 HE | Core m5-6Y54 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM3+ | FCBGA1515 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 3.0+50% |
| Max RAM Speed | — | LPDDR3-1866 |
| Max RAM Capacity | — | 16 GB |
| RAM Channels | — | 2 |
| ECC Support | — | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | — | 10 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: not specified (Opteron 3260 HE) / VT-x, VT-d (Core m5-6Y54). The Core m5-6Y54 includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics 515), while the Opteron 3260 HE requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core m5-6Y54 targets Enthusiast. Direct competitor: Core m5-6Y54 rivals Pentium Gold 4415Y.
| Feature | Opteron 3260 HE | Core m5-6Y54 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | — | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | HD Graphics 515 |
| Unlocked | — | No |
| AVX-512 | — | No |
| Virtualization | — | VT-x, VT-d |
| Target Use | — | Enthusiast |
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