Opteron 6238 vs Ryzen 3 PRO 1200
Opteron 6238
Ryzen 3 PRO 1200
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 6238 is positioned at rank 61 and the Ryzen 3 PRO 1200 is on rank 255, so the Opteron 6238 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Opteron 6238
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 3 PRO 1200
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Opteron 6238 | Ryzen 3 PRO 1200 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($118) | ✅ More affordable ($80) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Interlagos (2011−2012) / 32 nm) | ✨ Modern (Zen (2017−2020) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Opteron 6238 | Ryzen 3 PRO 1200 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+47%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($118) | ✅ More affordable ($80) |
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 Ryzen 3 PRO 1200
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.
Ryzen 3 PRO 1200
The Ryzen 3 PRO 1200 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 29 June 2017 (8 years ago). It is based on the Zen (2017−2020) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.1 GHz, with boost up to 3.4 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4 Dual-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 5,609 points. Launch price was $149.
Processing Power
The Opteron 6238 packs 12 cores / 12 threads, while the Ryzen 3 PRO 1200 offers 4 cores / 4 threads — the Opteron 6238 has 8 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.2 GHz on the Opteron 6238 versus 3.4 GHz on the Ryzen 3 PRO 1200 — a 6.1% clock advantage for the Ryzen 3 PRO 1200 (base: 2.6 GHz vs 3.1 GHz). The Opteron 6238 uses the Interlagos (2011−2012) architecture (32 nm), while the Ryzen 3 PRO 1200 uses Zen (2017−2020) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Opteron 6238 scores 5,625 against the Ryzen 3 PRO 1200's 5,609 — a 0.3% lead for the Opteron 6238. Both processors carry 8 MB (total) of L3 cache.
| Feature | Opteron 6238 | Ryzen 3 PRO 1200 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 12 / 12+200% | 4 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 3.2 GHz | 3.4 GHz+6% |
| Base Clock | 2.6 GHz | 3.1 GHz+19% |
| L3 Cache | 8 MB (total) | 8 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB (per module)+300% | 512K (per core) |
| Process | 32 nm | 14 nm-56% |
| Architecture | Interlagos (2011−2012) | Zen (2017−2020) |
| PassMark | 5,625 | 5,609 |
Memory & Platform
The Opteron 6238 uses the G34 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Ryzen 3 PRO 1200 uses AM4 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Opteron 6238 | Ryzen 3 PRO 1200 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | G34 | AM4 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 3.0+50% |
Value Analysis
The Opteron 6238 launched at $455 MSRP, while the Ryzen 3 PRO 1200 debuted at $109. At current prices ($118 vs $80), the Ryzen 3 PRO 1200 is $38 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Opteron 6238 delivers 47.7 pts/$ vs 70.1 pts/$ for the Ryzen 3 PRO 1200 — making the Ryzen 3 PRO 1200 the 38.1% better value option.
| Feature | Opteron 6238 | Ryzen 3 PRO 1200 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $455 | $109-76% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $118 | $80-32% |
| Performance per Dollar | 47.7 | 70.1+47% |
| Release Date | 2011 | 2017 |
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