Opteron 3365 vs Ryzen Embedded R1606G
Opteron 3365
Ryzen Embedded R1606G
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. The Opteron 3365 is positioned at rank #83 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Balanced cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Opteron 3365
Performance Per Dollar
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Opteron 3365 | Ryzen Embedded R1606G |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | Equivalent pricing | Equivalent pricing |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Delhi (2012−2013) / 32 nm) | ✨ Modern (Zen (2017−2020) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Opteron 3365 | Ryzen Embedded R1606G |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | Equivalent pricing | Equivalent pricing |
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 3365 and Ryzen Embedded R1606G
Opteron 3365
The Opteron 3365 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2015-01-01. It is based on the Delhi (2012−2013) architecture. It features 8 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 2.3 GHz, with boost up to 3.3 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 4 MB. Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: AM3+. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 4,125 points. Launch price was $800.
Ryzen Embedded R1606G
The Ryzen Embedded R1606G 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 2.6 GHz, with boost up to 3.5 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: 4,162 points. Launch price was $69.
Processing Power
The Opteron 3365 packs 8 cores / 8 threads, while the Ryzen Embedded R1606G offers 2 cores / 4 threads — the Opteron 3365 has 6 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.3 GHz on the Opteron 3365 versus 3.5 GHz on the Ryzen Embedded R1606G — a 5.9% clock advantage for the Ryzen Embedded R1606G (base: 2.3 GHz vs 2.6 GHz). The Opteron 3365 uses the Delhi (2012−2013) architecture (32 nm), while the Ryzen Embedded R1606G uses Zen (2017−2020) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Opteron 3365 scores 4,125 against the Ryzen Embedded R1606G's 4,162 — a 0.9% lead for the Ryzen Embedded R1606G. L3 cache: 8 MB (total) on the Opteron 3365 vs 4 MB (total) on the Ryzen Embedded R1606G.
| Feature | Opteron 3365 | Ryzen Embedded R1606G |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 8 / 8+300% | 2 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 3.3 GHz | 3.5 GHz+6% |
| Base Clock | 2.3 GHz | 2.6 GHz+13% |
| L3 Cache | 8 MB (total)+100% | 4 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 4 MB+700% | 512 kB (per core) |
| Process | 32 nm | 14 nm-56% |
| Architecture | Delhi (2012−2013) | Zen (2017−2020) |
| PassMark | 4,125 | 4,162 |
Memory & Platform
The Opteron 3365 uses the AM3+ socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Ryzen Embedded R1606G uses FP5 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Opteron 3365 | Ryzen Embedded R1606G |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM3+ | FP5 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
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