Opteron 6238 vs Ryzen 7 7800X3D
Opteron 6238
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Ryzen 7 7800X3D
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 Ryzen 7 7800X3D
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Opteron 6238 | Ryzen 7 7800X3D |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($118) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($384) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Interlagos (2011−2012) / 32 nm) | ✨ Modern (Raphael (Zen4) (2022−2023) / 5 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Opteron 6238 | Ryzen 7 7800X3D |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+87%) |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($118) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($384) |
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 6238 and Ryzen 7 7800X3D
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 7 7800X3D
The Ryzen 7 7800X3D is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 4 January 2023 (2 years ago). It is based on the Raphael (Zen4) (2022−2023) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 4.4 GHz, with boost up to 5 GHz. L3 cache: 96 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 5 nm process technology. Socket: AM5. Thermal design power (TDP): 120 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-5200. Passmark benchmark score: 34,293 points. Launch price was $449.
Processing Power
The Opteron 6238 packs 12 cores / 12 threads, while the Ryzen 7 7800X3D offers 8 cores / 16 threads — the Opteron 6238 has 4 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.2 GHz on the Opteron 6238 versus 5 GHz on the Ryzen 7 7800X3D — a 43.9% clock advantage for the Ryzen 7 7800X3D (base: 2.6 GHz vs 4.4 GHz). The Opteron 6238 uses the Interlagos (2011−2012) architecture (32 nm), while the Ryzen 7 7800X3D uses Raphael (Zen4) (2022−2023) (5 nm). In PassMark, the Opteron 6238 scores 5,625 against the Ryzen 7 7800X3D's 34,293 — a 143.6% lead for the Ryzen 7 7800X3D. L3 cache: 8 MB (total) on the Opteron 6238 vs 96 MB (total) on the Ryzen 7 7800X3D.
| Feature | Opteron 6238 | Ryzen 7 7800X3D |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 12 / 12+50% | 8 / 16 |
| Boost Clock | 3.2 GHz | 5 GHz+56% |
| Base Clock | 2.6 GHz | 4.4 GHz+69% |
| L3 Cache | 8 MB (total) | 96 MB (total)+1100% |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB (per module)+100% | 1 MB (per core) |
| Process | 32 nm | 5 nm-84% |
| Architecture | Interlagos (2011−2012) | Raphael (Zen4) (2022−2023) |
| PassMark | 5,625 | 34,293+510% |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 18,500 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 2,700 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 15,000 |
Memory & Platform
The Opteron 6238 uses the G34 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Ryzen 7 7800X3D uses AM5 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Opteron 6238 | Ryzen 7 7800X3D |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | G34 | AM5 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 5.0+150% |
| Max RAM Speed | — | DDR5-5200 |
| Max RAM Capacity | — | 128 GB |
| RAM Channels | — | 2 |
| ECC Support | — | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | — | 28 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: not specified (Opteron 6238) / AMD-V (Ryzen 7 7800X3D). The Ryzen 7 7800X3D includes integrated graphics (AMD Radeon Graphics (2-core)), while the Opteron 6238 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Ryzen 7 7800X3D targets Gaming. Direct competitor: Ryzen 7 7800X3D rivals Intel Core i7-14700K.
| Feature | Opteron 6238 | Ryzen 7 7800X3D |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | — | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | AMD Radeon Graphics (2-core) |
| Unlocked | — | Yes |
| AVX-512 | — | Yes |
| Virtualization | — | AMD-V |
| Target Use | — | Gaming |
Value Analysis
The Opteron 6238 launched at $455 MSRP, while the Ryzen 7 7800X3D debuted at $449. At current prices ($118 vs $384), the Opteron 6238 is $266 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Opteron 6238 delivers 47.7 pts/$ vs 89.3 pts/$ for the Ryzen 7 7800X3D — making the Ryzen 7 7800X3D the 60.8% better value option.
| Feature | Opteron 6238 | Ryzen 7 7800X3D |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $455 | $449-1% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $118-69% | $384 |
| Performance per Dollar | 47.7 | 89.3+87% |
| Release Date | 2011 | 2023 |
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