Opteron 4386 vs Core i5-12400F
Opteron 4386
Core i5-12400F
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 4386 is positioned at rank #945 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower 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 4386
Performance Per Dollar Core i5-12400F
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Opteron 4386 | Core i5-12400F |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($459) | ✅ More affordable ($110) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Seoul (2012) / 32 nm) | ✨ Modern (Alder Lake-S (2022) / Intel 7 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Opteron 4386 | Core i5-12400F |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+2390%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($459) | ✅ More affordable ($110) |
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 i5-12400F
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 i5-12400F
The Core i5-12400F is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 4 January 2022 (3 years ago). It is based on the Alder Lake-S (2022) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 2.5 GHz, with boost up to 4.4 GHz. L3 cache: 18 MB (total). L2 cache: 1.25 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1700. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-4800, DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 19,532 points. Launch price was $180.
Processing Power
The Opteron 4386 packs 8 cores / 8 threads, while the Core i5-12400F offers 6 cores / 12 threads — the Opteron 4386 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.8 GHz on the Opteron 4386 versus 4.4 GHz on the Core i5-12400F — a 14.6% clock advantage for the Core i5-12400F (base: 3.1 GHz vs 2.5 GHz). The Opteron 4386 uses the Seoul (2012) architecture (32 nm), while the Core i5-12400F uses Alder Lake-S (2022) (Intel 7 nm). In PassMark, the Opteron 4386 scores 3,273 against the Core i5-12400F's 19,532 — a 142.6% lead for the Core i5-12400F. L3 cache: 8192 kB (total) on the Opteron 4386 vs 18 MB (total) on the Core i5-12400F.
| Feature | Opteron 4386 | Core i5-12400F |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 8 / 8+33% | 6 / 12 |
| Boost Clock | 3.8 GHz | 4.4 GHz+16% |
| Base Clock | 3.1 GHz+24% | 2.5 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 8192 kB (total) | 18 MB (total)+125% |
| L2 Cache | 8192 kB+540% | 1.25 MB (per core) |
| Process | 32 nm | Intel 7 nm-78% |
| Architecture | Seoul (2012) | Alder Lake-S (2022) |
| PassMark | 3,273 | 19,532+497% |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 12,380 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 1,700 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 657 |
Memory & Platform
The Opteron 4386 uses the C32 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Core i5-12400F uses LGA1700 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3-1866 on the Opteron 4386 versus DDR5-4800, DDR4-3200 on the Core i5-12400F — the Core i5-12400F supports 50% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. Both support up to 128 GB of RAM. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 42 (Opteron 4386) vs 20 (Core i5-12400F) — the Opteron 4386 offers 22 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives.
| Feature | Opteron 4386 | Core i5-12400F |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | C32 | LGA1700 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 3.0+50% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1866 | DDR5-4800, DDR4-3200+67% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 128 GB | 128 GB |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 42+110% | 20 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization support: AMD-V (Opteron 4386) vs VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Core i5-12400F). Primary use case: Opteron 4386 targets Server, Core i5-12400F targets Gaming Performance/Value. Direct competitor: Core i5-12400F rivals Ryzen 5 5600.
| Feature | Opteron 4386 | Core i5-12400F |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| Unlocked | No | — |
| AVX-512 | No | — |
| Virtualization | AMD-V | VT-x, VT-d, EPT |
| Target Use | Server | Gaming Performance/Value |
Value Analysis
The Opteron 4386 launched at $459 MSRP, while the Core i5-12400F debuted at $174. At current prices ($459 vs $110), the Core i5-12400F is $349 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Opteron 4386 delivers 7.1 pts/$ vs 177.6 pts/$ for the Core i5-12400F — making the Core i5-12400F the 184.6% better value option.
| Feature | Opteron 4386 | Core i5-12400F |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $459 | $174-62% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $459 | $110-76% |
| Performance per Dollar | 7.1 | 177.6+2401% |
| Release Date | 2012 | 2022 |
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