Opteron 3320 EE vs Core 2 Quad Q8300
Opteron 3320 EE
Core 2 Quad Q8300
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 3320 EE is positioned at rank 282 and the Core 2 Quad Q8300 is on rank 985, so the Opteron 3320 EE offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Opteron 3320 EE
Performance Per Dollar Core 2 Quad Q8300
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Opteron 3320 EE | Core 2 Quad Q8300 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($10) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Delhi (2012−2013) / 32 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Yorkfield (2007−2009) / 45 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Opteron 3320 EE | Core 2 Quad Q8300 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($10) |
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 3320 EE and Core 2 Quad Q8300
Opteron 3320 EE
The Opteron 3320 EE is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2015-01-01. It is based on the Delhi (2012−2013) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.9 GHz, with boost up to 2.5 GHz. L3 cache: 8192 kB (total). L2 cache: 4096 kB. Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: AM3+. Thermal design power (TDP): 25 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,918 points. Launch price was $800.
Core 2 Quad Q8300
The Core 2 Quad Q8300 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2008-01-01. It is based on the Yorkfield (2007−2009) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.5 GHz, with boost up to 2.5 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 4 MB (total). Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: LGA775. Thermal design power (TDP): 95 Watt. Memory support: DDR1, DDR2, DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,917 points. Launch price was $249.
Processing Power
Both the Opteron 3320 EE and Core 2 Quad Q8300 share an identical 4-core/4-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 2.5 GHz on the Opteron 3320 EE versus 2.5 GHz on the Core 2 Quad Q8300 — identical boost frequencies (base: 1.9 GHz vs 2.5 GHz). The Opteron 3320 EE uses the Delhi (2012−2013) architecture (32 nm), while the Core 2 Quad Q8300 uses Yorkfield (2007−2009) (45 nm). In PassMark, the Opteron 3320 EE scores 1,918 against the Core 2 Quad Q8300's 1,917 — a 0.1% lead for the Opteron 3320 EE. L3 cache: 8192 kB (total) on the Opteron 3320 EE vs 0 kB on the Core 2 Quad Q8300.
| Feature | Opteron 3320 EE | Core 2 Quad Q8300 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 4 | 4 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 2.5 GHz | 2.5 GHz |
| Base Clock | 1.9 GHz | 2.5 GHz+32% |
| L3 Cache | 8192 kB (total) | 0 kB |
| L2 Cache | 4096 kB | 4 MB (total) |
| Process | 32 nm-29% | 45 nm |
| Architecture | Delhi (2012−2013) | Yorkfield (2007−2009) |
| PassMark | 1,918 | 1,917 |
Memory & Platform
The Opteron 3320 EE uses the AM3+ socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Core 2 Quad Q8300 uses LGA775 (PCIe 1.1) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Opteron 3320 EE | Core 2 Quad Q8300 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM3+ | LGA775 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0+82% | PCIe 1.1 |
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