Opteron 6238 vs Ryzen 3 PRO 2300U

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.

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 6238

#1

Xeon Platinum 8454H

MSRP: $6540|Avg: N/A

1478%

#6

Xeon Gold 6240R

MSRP: $2444|Avg: N/A

279%

#10

Xeon 6337P

MSRP: $60|Avg: $5

248%

#15

EPYC 9174F

MSRP: $194|Avg: $30

192%

#54

EPYC 4465P

MSRP: $399|Avg: $399

89%

#55

Ryzen 5 PRO 7645

MSRP: $229|Avg: $192

86%

#56

Xeon E5-4667 v3

MSRP: $128|Avg: $128

86%

#59

Ryzen 9 PRO 7945

MSRP: $409|Avg: $450

81%

#60

Xeon Platinum 8571N

MSRP: $599|Avg: $418

81%

#61

Opteron 6238

MSRP: $455|Avg: $118

100%

#61

Xeon Platinum 8270

MSRP: $7405|Avg: N/A

81%

#63

Opteron 6376

MSRP: $703|Avg: N/A

99%

#64

Opteron 6328

MSRP: $575|Avg: $42

94%

#65

Opteron 6272

MSRP: $523|Avg: $50

93%

#71

Opteron 6220

MSRP: $523|Avg: $239

84%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar

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 Ryzen 3 PRO 2300U (2018) utilizes 14 nm technology and **DDR4 Dual-channel**, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Opteron 6238	Ryzen 3 PRO 2300U
Gaming	❌ Lower gaming performance	✅ Superior gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	⚠️ Higher cost ($118)	✅ More affordable ($0)
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Interlagos (2011−2012) / 32 nm)	✨ Modern (Raven Ridge (2017−2019) / 14 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Opteron 6238 (2011) relies on 32 nm technology and DDR3, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Opteron 6238	Ryzen 3 PRO 2300U
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	⚠️ Higher cost ($118)	✅ More affordable ($0)

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 6238 Benchmark Check

Ryzen 3 PRO 2300U Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Opteron 6238 and Ryzen 3 PRO 2300U

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 2300U

The Ryzen 3 PRO 2300U is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 8 January 2019 (6 years ago). It is based on the Raven Ridge (2017−2019) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2 GHz, with boost up to 3.4 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: FP5. Thermal design power (TDP): 15 Watt. Memory support: DDR4 Dual-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 5,639 points. Launch price was $149.

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Processing Power

The Opteron 6238 packs 12 cores / 12 threads, while the Ryzen 3 PRO 2300U 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 2300U — a 6.1% clock advantage for the Ryzen 3 PRO 2300U (base: 2.6 GHz vs 2 GHz). The Opteron 6238 uses the Interlagos (2011−2012) architecture (32 nm), while the Ryzen 3 PRO 2300U uses Raven Ridge (2017−2019) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Opteron 6238 scores 5,625 against the Ryzen 3 PRO 2300U's 5,639 — a 0.2% lead for the Ryzen 3 PRO 2300U. L3 cache: 8 MB (total) on the Opteron 6238 vs 4 MB (total) on the Ryzen 3 PRO 2300U.

Feature	Opteron 6238	Ryzen 3 PRO 2300U
Cores / Threads	12 / 12+200%	4 / 4
Boost Clock	3.2 GHz	3.4 GHz+6%
Base Clock	2.6 GHz+30%	2 GHz
L3 Cache	8 MB (total)+100%	4 MB (total)
L2 Cache	2 MB (per module)+300%	512 kB (per core)
Process	32 nm	14 nm-56%
Architecture	Interlagos (2011−2012)	Raven Ridge (2017−2019)
PassMark	5,625	5,639

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Memory & Platform

The Opteron 6238 uses the G34 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Ryzen 3 PRO 2300U uses FP5 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.