Opteron 6212 vs Celeron N5105
Opteron 6212
Celeron N5105
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 6212 is positioned at rank #88 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 6212
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Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Opteron 6212 | Celeron N5105 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($266) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Interlagos (2011−2012) / 32 nm) | ✨ Modern (Jasper Lake (2021) / 10 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Opteron 6212 | Celeron N5105 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($266) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
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 6212 and Celeron N5105
Opteron 6212
The Opteron 6212 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 14 November 2011 (14 years ago). It is based on the Interlagos (2011−2012) architecture. It features 8 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 2.6 GHz, with boost up to 3.2 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 2 MB (per module). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: G34. Thermal design power (TDP): 115 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 3,973 points. Launch price was $266.
Celeron N5105
The Celeron N5105 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. It is based on the Jasper Lake (2021) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2 GHz, with boost up to 2.9 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 1.5 MB (total). Built on 10 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1338. Thermal design power (TDP): 10 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 4,003 points. Launch price was $69.
Processing Power
The Opteron 6212 packs 8 cores / 8 threads, while the Celeron N5105 offers 4 cores / 4 threads — the Opteron 6212 has 4 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.2 GHz on the Opteron 6212 versus 2.9 GHz on the Celeron N5105 — a 9.8% clock advantage for the Opteron 6212 (base: 2.6 GHz vs 2 GHz). The Opteron 6212 uses the Interlagos (2011−2012) architecture (32 nm), while the Celeron N5105 uses Jasper Lake (2021) (10 nm). In PassMark, the Opteron 6212 scores 3,973 against the Celeron N5105's 4,003 — a 0.8% lead for the Celeron N5105. L3 cache: 8 MB (total) on the Opteron 6212 vs 4 MB (total) on the Celeron N5105.
| Feature | Opteron 6212 | Celeron N5105 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 8 / 8+100% | 4 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 3.2 GHz+10% | 2.9 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.6 GHz+30% | 2 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 8 MB (total)+100% | 4 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB (per module)+33% | 1.5 MB (total) |
| Process | 32 nm | 10 nm-69% |
| Architecture | Interlagos (2011−2012) | Jasper Lake (2021) |
| PassMark | 3,973 | 4,003 |
Memory & Platform
The Opteron 6212 uses the G34 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Celeron N5105 uses BGA1338 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Opteron 6212 | Celeron N5105 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | G34 | BGA1338 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 4.0+100% |
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