Opteron 6234 vs Core i3-8145UE

Opteron 6234

12 Cores12 Thrd115 WWMax: 3 GHz2011

Core i3-8145UE

2 Cores4 Thrd15 WWMax: 3.9 GHz2018

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Opteron 6234

12 / 12

4,072

+1.3%

Ryzen Threadripper 3990X

Core i3-8145UE

2 / 4

4,021

0.0%

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 6234 is positioned at rank 85 and the Core i3-8145UE is on rank 995, so the Opteron 6234 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar Opteron 6234

Xeon Platinum 8454H

MSRP: $6540|Avg: N/A

2041%

Xeon Gold 6240R

MSRP: $2444|Avg: N/A

385%

#10

Xeon 6337P

MSRP: $60|Avg: $5

342%

#15

EPYC 9174F

MSRP: $194|Avg: $30

265%

#66

EPYC 4585PX

MSRP: $699|Avg: $826

99%

#67

EPYC 4545P

MSRP: $549|Avg: $595

97%

#71

Ryzen 7 PRO 7745

MSRP: $400|Avg: $343

86%

#73

EPYC 4484PX

MSRP: $599|Avg: $599

83%

#85

Opteron 6234

MSRP: $377|Avg: $141

100%

#86

Xeon E7330

MSRP: $64|Avg: $60

100%

#88

Opteron 6212

MSRP: $266|Avg: N/A

98%

#90

Opteron 4334

MSRP: $204|Avg: $130

97%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Core i3-8145UE

#983

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

2050%

#984

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

2020%

#985

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

1855%

#986

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

1846%

#987

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

1829%

#989

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

1767%

#990

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

1694%

#991

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

1691%

#992

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

1646%

#995

Core i3-8145UE

MSRP: $281|Avg: $50

100%

#996

Core i7-4712MQ

MSRP: $378|Avg: $60

98%

#997

Core i7-3615QE

MSRP: $400|Avg: $100

98%

#998

Celeron M U3400

MSRP: $86|Avg: $5

98%

#999

3015Ce

MSRP: $150|Avg: $40

98%

#1000

Core i7-4700MQ

MSRP: $383|Avg: $50

98%

#1001

Athlon II M340

MSRP: $80|Avg: $15

97%

#1005

Pentium P6000

MSRP: $150|Avg: $90

96%

#1007

Core i7-3630QM

MSRP: $378|Avg: N/A

95%

#1008

Core i7-3610QM

MSRP: $378|Avg: N/A

95%

#1009

Core i3-1115GRE

MSRP: $338|Avg: $480

95%

#1010

Pentium A1020

MSRP: $86|Avg: $86

95%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

About PassMark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Generational Difference: This comparison involves processors from different technological eras. The Core i3-8145UE (2018) utilizes 10 nm technology and DDR4, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Opteron 6234	Core i3-8145UE
Gaming	❌ Lower gaming performance	✅ Superior gaming performance
Workstation	✅ Better multi-core power	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks
Price	⚠️ Higher cost ($141)	✅ More affordable ($50)
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Interlagos (2011−2012) / 32 nm)	✨ Modern (Whiskey Lake-U (2018−2019) / 10 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Opteron 6234 (2011) relies on 32 nm technology and DDR3, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Opteron 6234	Core i3-8145UE
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	✅ Better overall value (+178%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️ Higher cost ($141)	✅ More affordable ($50)

Performance Check

Paired with RTX 4090

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.

Opteron 6234 Benchmark Check

Core i3-8145UE Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Opteron 6234 and Core i3-8145UE

Opteron 6234

The Opteron 6234 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 12 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 2.4 GHz, with boost up to 3 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: 4,072 points. Launch price was $377.

Core i3-8145UE

The Core i3-8145UE is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 October 2018 (7 years ago). It is based on the Whiskey Lake-U (2018−2019) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.2 GHz, with boost up to 3.9 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 10 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1528. Thermal design power (TDP): 15 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 4,021 points. Launch price was $69.

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Processing Power

The Opteron 6234 packs 12 cores / 12 threads, while the Core i3-8145UE offers 2 cores / 4 threads — the Opteron 6234 has 10 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3 GHz on the Opteron 6234 versus 3.9 GHz on the Core i3-8145UE — a 26.1% clock advantage for the Core i3-8145UE (base: 2.4 GHz vs 2.2 GHz). The Opteron 6234 uses the Interlagos (2011−2012) architecture (32 nm), while the Core i3-8145UE uses Whiskey Lake-U (2018−2019) (10 nm). In PassMark, the Opteron 6234 scores 4,072 against the Core i3-8145UE's 4,021 — a 1.3% lead for the Opteron 6234. L3 cache: 8 MB (total) on the Opteron 6234 vs 4 MB (total) on the Core i3-8145UE.

Feature	Opteron 6234	Core i3-8145UE
Cores / Threads	12 / 12+500%	2 / 4
Boost Clock	3 GHz	3.9 GHz+30%
Base Clock	2.4 GHz+9%	2.2 GHz
L3 Cache	8 MB (total)+100%	4 MB (total)
L2 Cache	2 MB (per module)+700%	256 kB (per core)
Process	32 nm	10 nm-69%
Architecture	Interlagos (2011−2012)	Whiskey Lake-U (2018−2019)
PassMark	4,072+1%	4,021
Cinebench R23 Multi	—	2,356
Geekbench 6 Single	—	1,218
Geekbench 6 Multi	—	2,356

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Memory & Platform

The Opteron 6234 uses the G34 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Core i3-8145UE uses FCBGA1528 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.

Feature	Opteron 6234	Core i3-8145UE
Socket	G34	FCBGA1528
PCIe Generation	PCIe 2.0	PCIe 3.0+50%
Max RAM Speed	—	DDR4-2400
Max RAM Capacity	—	64 GB
RAM Channels	—	2
ECC Support	—	❌
PCIe Lanes	—	16

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Advanced Features

Virtualization: not specified (Opteron 6234) / VT-x, VT-d (Core i3-8145UE). The Core i3-8145UE includes integrated graphics (UHD 620), while the Opteron 6234 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i3-8145UE targets Budget. Direct competitor: Core i3-8145UE rivals Ryzen 3 3200U.

Feature	Opteron 6234	Core i3-8145UE
Integrated GPU	—	Yes
IGPU Model	—	UHD 620
Unlocked	—	No
AVX-512	—	No
Virtualization	—	VT-x, VT-d
Target Use	—	Budget

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Value Analysis

The Opteron 6234 launched at $377 MSRP, while the Core i3-8145UE debuted at $281. At current prices ($141 vs $50), the Core i3-8145UE is $91 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Opteron 6234 delivers 28.9 pts/$ vs 80.4 pts/$ for the Core i3-8145UE — making the Core i3-8145UE the 94.3% better value option.