Opteron 4386 vs Core i3-6100E
Opteron 4386
Core i3-6100E
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 4386 is positioned at rank 945 and the Core i3-6100E is on rank 902, so the Core i3-6100E offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Opteron 4386
Performance Per Dollar Core i3-6100E
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Opteron 4386 | Core i3-6100E |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($459) | ✅ More affordable ($50) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Seoul (2012) / 32 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Skylake (2015−2016) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Opteron 4386 | Core i3-6100E |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+830%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($459) | ✅ More affordable ($50) |
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 4386 and Core i3-6100E
Opteron 4386
The Opteron 4386 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2015-01-01. It is based on the Seoul (2012) architecture. It features 8 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.1 GHz, with boost up to 3.8 GHz. L3 cache: 8192 kB (total). L2 cache: 8192 kB. Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: C32. Thermal design power (TDP): 95 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 3,273 points. Launch price was $800.
Core i3-6100E
The Core i3-6100E is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 12 October 2015 (10 years ago). It is based on the Skylake (2015−2016) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Max frequency: 2.7 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: LPDDR3-1866. Passmark benchmark score: 3,315 points. Launch price was $225.
Processing Power
The Opteron 4386 packs 8 cores / 8 threads, while the Core i3-6100E offers 2 cores / 4 threads — the Opteron 4386 has 6 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.8 GHz on the Opteron 4386 versus 2.7 GHz on the Core i3-6100E — a 33.8% clock advantage for the Opteron 4386. The Opteron 4386 uses the Seoul (2012) architecture (32 nm), while the Core i3-6100E uses Skylake (2015−2016) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Opteron 4386 scores 3,273 against the Core i3-6100E's 3,315 — a 1.3% lead for the Core i3-6100E. L3 cache: 8192 kB (total) on the Opteron 4386 vs 3 MB on the Core i3-6100E.
| Feature | Opteron 4386 | Core i3-6100E |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 8 / 8+300% | 2 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 3.8 GHz+41% | 2.7 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.1 GHz | — |
| L3 Cache | 8192 kB (total)+167% | 3 MB |
| L2 Cache | 8192 kB+1500% | 512 kB |
| Process | 32 nm | 14 nm-56% |
| Architecture | Seoul (2012) | Skylake (2015−2016) |
| PassMark | 3,273 | 3,315+1% |
Memory & Platform
Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3-1866 on the Opteron 4386 versus 2133 on the Core i3-6100E — the Core i3-6100E supports 199.4% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Opteron 4386 supports up to 128 GB of RAM compared to 64 — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 42 (Opteron 4386) vs 16 (Core i3-6100E) — the Opteron 4386 offers 26 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives.
| Feature | Opteron 4386 | Core i3-6100E |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | C32 | — |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 3.0+50% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1866 | 2133+71000% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 128 GB+209715100% | 64 |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 42+163% | 16 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization support: AMD-V (Opteron 4386) vs true (Core i3-6100E). The Core i3-6100E includes integrated graphics (Intel HD Graphics 530), while the Opteron 4386 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Opteron 4386 targets Server.
| Feature | Opteron 4386 | Core i3-6100E |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | Intel HD Graphics 530 |
| Unlocked | No | — |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | AMD-V | true |
| Target Use | Server | — |
Value Analysis
The Opteron 4386 launched at $459 MSRP, while the Core i3-6100E debuted at $225. At current prices ($459 vs $50), the Core i3-6100E is $409 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Opteron 4386 delivers 7.1 pts/$ vs 66.3 pts/$ for the Core i3-6100E — making the Core i3-6100E the 161.2% better value option.
| Feature | Opteron 4386 | Core i3-6100E |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $459 | $225-51% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $459 | $50-89% |
| Performance per Dollar | 7.1 | 66.3+834% |
| Release Date | 2012 | 2015 |
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