Opteron 3280 vs Ryzen Embedded R1505G

Opteron 3280

8 Cores8 Thrd65 WWMax: 3.5 GHz2012

Ryzen Embedded R1505G

2 Cores4 Thrd15 WWMax: 3.3 GHz2019

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Opteron 3280

8 / 8

3,783

0.0%

Ryzen Threadripper 3990X

Ryzen Embedded R1505G

2 / 4

3,799

+0.4%

Ryzen Threadripper 3990X

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 3280 is positioned at rank 93 and the Ryzen Embedded R1505G is on rank 472, so the Opteron 3280 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar Opteron 3280

Xeon Platinum 8454H

MSRP: $6540|Avg: N/A

2197%

Xeon Gold 6240R

MSRP: $2444|Avg: N/A

415%

#10

Xeon 6337P

MSRP: $60|Avg: $5

369%

#15

EPYC 9174F

MSRP: $194|Avg: $30

285%

#71

Ryzen 7 PRO 7745

MSRP: $400|Avg: $343

92%

#73

EPYC 4484PX

MSRP: $599|Avg: $599

89%

#93

Opteron 3280

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Ryzen Embedded R1505G

#460

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

618%

#461

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

609%

#462

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

559%

#463

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

556%

#464

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

551%

#466

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

532%

#467

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

510%

#468

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

510%

#469

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

496%

#472

Ryzen Embedded R1505G

MSRP: $80|Avg: $80

100%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

About PassMark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Generational Difference: This comparison involves processors from different technological eras. The Ryzen Embedded R1505G (2019) utilizes 14 nm technology and DDR4-2400, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Opteron 3280	Ryzen Embedded R1505G
Gaming	✅ Superior gaming performance	❌ Lower gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	✅ More affordable ($0)	⚠️ Higher cost ($80)
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Zurich (2012) / 32 nm)	✨ Modern (Zen (2017−2020) / 14 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Opteron 3280 (2012) relies on 32 nm technology and DDR3, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Opteron 3280	Ryzen Embedded R1505G
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅ More affordable ($0)	⚠️ Higher cost ($80)

Performance Check

Paired with RTX 4090

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.

Opteron 3280 Benchmark Check

Ryzen Embedded R1505G Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Opteron 3280 and Ryzen Embedded R1505G

Opteron 3280

The Opteron 3280 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 20 March 2012 (13 years ago). It is based on the Zurich (2012) architecture. It features 8 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 2.5 GHz, with boost up to 3.5 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 8 MB. Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: AM3+. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 3,783 points. Launch price was $229.

Ryzen Embedded R1505G

The Ryzen Embedded R1505G is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 25 February 2020 (5 years ago). It is based on the Zen (2017−2020) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.4 GHz, with boost up to 3.3 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: FP5. Thermal design power (TDP): 25 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2400. Passmark benchmark score: 3,799 points. Launch price was $80.

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Processing Power

The Opteron 3280 packs 8 cores / 8 threads, while the Ryzen Embedded R1505G offers 2 cores / 4 threads — the Opteron 3280 has 6 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.5 GHz on the Opteron 3280 versus 3.3 GHz on the Ryzen Embedded R1505G — a 5.9% clock advantage for the Opteron 3280 (base: 2.5 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The Opteron 3280 uses the Zurich (2012) architecture (32 nm), while the Ryzen Embedded R1505G uses Zen (2017−2020) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Opteron 3280 scores 3,783 against the Ryzen Embedded R1505G's 3,799 — a 0.4% lead for the Ryzen Embedded R1505G. L3 cache: 8 MB (total) on the Opteron 3280 vs 4 MB (total) on the Ryzen Embedded R1505G.

Feature	Opteron 3280	Ryzen Embedded R1505G
Cores / Threads	8 / 8+300%	2 / 4
Boost Clock	3.5 GHz+6%	3.3 GHz
Base Clock	2.5 GHz+4%	2.4 GHz
L3 Cache	8 MB (total)+100%	4 MB (total)
L2 Cache	8 MB+1500%	512 kB (per core)
Process	32 nm	14 nm-56%
Architecture	Zurich (2012)	Zen (2017−2020)
PassMark	3,783	3,799

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Memory & Platform

The Opteron 3280 uses the AM3+ socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Ryzen Embedded R1505G uses FP5 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.

Feature	Opteron 3280	Ryzen Embedded R1505G
Socket	AM3+	FP5
PCIe Generation	PCIe 2.0	PCIe 3.0+50%
Max RAM Speed	—	DDR4-2400
Max RAM Capacity	—	32 GB
RAM Channels	—	2
ECC Support	—	✅
PCIe Lanes	—	8

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Advanced Features

Virtualization: not specified (Opteron 3280) / AMD-V (Ryzen Embedded R1505G). The Ryzen Embedded R1505G includes integrated graphics (Radeon Vega 3), while the Opteron 3280 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Ryzen Embedded R1505G targets Embedded.