Opteron 6220 vs Core i5-6500T
Opteron 6220
Core i5-6500T
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 6220 is positioned at rank 71 and the Core i5-6500T is on rank 493, so the Opteron 6220 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Opteron 6220
Performance Per Dollar Core i5-6500T
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Opteron 6220 | Core i5-6500T |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($239) | ✅ More affordable ($35) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Interlagos (2011−2012) / 32 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Skylake (2015−2016) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Opteron 6220 | Core i5-6500T |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+584%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($239) | ✅ More affordable ($35) |
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 6220 and Core i5-6500T
Opteron 6220
The Opteron 6220 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 3 GHz, with boost up to 3.6 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: 4,753 points. Launch price was $523.
Core i5-6500T
The Core i5-6500T is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2 July 2015 (10 years ago). It is based on the Skylake (2015−2016) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.5 GHz, with boost up to 3.1 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1151. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR3, DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 4,764 points. Launch price was $192.
Processing Power
The Opteron 6220 packs 8 cores / 8 threads, while the Core i5-6500T offers 4 cores / 4 threads — the Opteron 6220 has 4 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.6 GHz on the Opteron 6220 versus 3.1 GHz on the Core i5-6500T — a 14.9% clock advantage for the Opteron 6220 (base: 3 GHz vs 2.5 GHz). The Opteron 6220 uses the Interlagos (2011−2012) architecture (32 nm), while the Core i5-6500T uses Skylake (2015−2016) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Opteron 6220 scores 4,753 against the Core i5-6500T's 4,764 — a 0.2% lead for the Core i5-6500T. L3 cache: 8 MB (total) on the Opteron 6220 vs 6 MB (total) on the Core i5-6500T.
| Feature | Opteron 6220 | Core i5-6500T |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 8 / 8+100% | 4 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 3.6 GHz+16% | 3.1 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3 GHz+20% | 2.5 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 8 MB (total)+33% | 6 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB (per module)+700% | 256 kB (per core) |
| Process | 32 nm | 14 nm-56% |
| Architecture | Interlagos (2011−2012) | Skylake (2015−2016) |
| PassMark | 4,753 | 4,764 |
Memory & Platform
The Opteron 6220 uses the G34 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Core i5-6500T uses LGA1151 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Opteron 6220 | Core i5-6500T |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | G34 | LGA1151 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 3.0+50% |
| Max RAM Speed | — | DDR4-2133 |
| Max RAM Capacity | — | 64 GB |
| RAM Channels | — | 2 |
| ECC Support | — | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | — | 16 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: not specified (Opteron 6220) / VT-x, VT-d (Core i5-6500T). The Core i5-6500T includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics 530), while the Opteron 6220 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i5-6500T targets Desktop.
| Feature | Opteron 6220 | Core i5-6500T |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | — | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | HD Graphics 530 |
| Unlocked | — | No |
| AVX-512 | — | No |
| Virtualization | — | VT-x, VT-d |
| Target Use | — | Desktop |
Value Analysis
The Opteron 6220 launched at $523 MSRP, while the Core i5-6500T debuted at $117. At current prices ($239 vs $35), the Core i5-6500T is $204 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Opteron 6220 delivers 19.9 pts/$ vs 136.1 pts/$ for the Core i5-6500T — making the Core i5-6500T the 149% better value option.
| Feature | Opteron 6220 | Core i5-6500T |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $523 | $117-78% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $239 | $35-85% |
| Performance per Dollar | 19.9 | 136.1+584% |
| Release Date | 2011 | 2015 |
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