Opteron 6238 vs Core i3-9100T
Opteron 6238
Core i3-9100T
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 6238 is positioned at rank #61 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 6238
Performance Per Dollar Core i3-9100T
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Opteron 6238 | Core i3-9100T |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($118) | ✅ More affordable ($50) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Interlagos (2011−2012) / 32 nm) | ✨ Modern (Coffee Lake (2017−2019) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Opteron 6238 | Core i3-9100T |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+135%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($118) | ✅ 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.
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Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of Opteron 6238 and Core i3-9100T
Opteron 6238
The Opteron 6238 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 2.6 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: 5,625 points. Launch price was $455.
Core i3-9100T
The Core i3-9100T is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 September 2018 (7 years ago). It is based on the Coffee Lake (2017−2019) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.1 GHz, with boost up to 3.7 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1151. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2400. Passmark benchmark score: 5,600 points. Launch price was $122.
Processing Power
The Opteron 6238 packs 12 cores / 12 threads, while the Core i3-9100T offers 4 cores / 4 threads — the Opteron 6238 has 8 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.2 GHz on the Opteron 6238 versus 3.7 GHz on the Core i3-9100T — a 14.5% clock advantage for the Core i3-9100T (base: 2.6 GHz vs 3.1 GHz). The Opteron 6238 uses the Interlagos (2011−2012) architecture (32 nm), while the Core i3-9100T uses Coffee Lake (2017−2019) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Opteron 6238 scores 5,625 against the Core i3-9100T's 5,600 — a 0.4% lead for the Opteron 6238. L3 cache: 8 MB (total) on the Opteron 6238 vs 6 MB (total) on the Core i3-9100T.
| Feature | Opteron 6238 | Core i3-9100T |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 12 / 12+200% | 4 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 3.2 GHz | 3.7 GHz+16% |
| Base Clock | 2.6 GHz | 3.1 GHz+19% |
| L3 Cache | 8 MB (total)+33% | 6 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB (per module)+700% | 256K (per core) |
| Process | 32 nm | 14 nm-56% |
| Architecture | Interlagos (2011−2012) | Coffee Lake (2017−2019) |
| PassMark | 5,625 | 5,600 |
Memory & Platform
The Opteron 6238 uses the G34 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Core i3-9100T uses LGA1151 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Opteron 6238 | Core i3-9100T |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | G34 | LGA1151 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 3.0+50% |
Value Analysis
The Opteron 6238 launched at $455 MSRP, while the Core i3-9100T debuted at $122. At current prices ($118 vs $50), the Core i3-9100T is $68 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Opteron 6238 delivers 47.7 pts/$ vs 112.0 pts/$ for the Core i3-9100T — making the Core i3-9100T the 80.6% better value option.
| Feature | Opteron 6238 | Core i3-9100T |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $455 | $122-73% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $118 | $50-58% |
| Performance per Dollar | 47.7 | 112.0+135% |
| Release Date | 2011 | 2019 |
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