Opteron 6272 vs Core i3-8100T
Opteron 6272
Core i3-8100T
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 6272 is positioned at rank #65 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 6272
Performance Per Dollar Core i3-8100T
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Opteron 6272 | Core i3-8100T |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($50) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($59) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Interlagos (2011−2012) / 32 nm) | ✨ Modern (Coffee Lake (2017−2019) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Opteron 6272 | Core i3-8100T |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+18%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($50) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($59) |
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 6272 and Core i3-8100T
Opteron 6272
The Opteron 6272 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 16 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 2.1 GHz, with boost up to 3 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 8.00391 MB (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: G34. Thermal design power (TDP): 115 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 5,240 points. Launch price was $325.
Core i3-8100T
The Core i3-8100T is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2 April 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 3.1 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: 5,257 points. Launch price was $117.
Processing Power
The Opteron 6272 packs 16 cores / 16 threads, while the Core i3-8100T offers 4 cores / 4 threads — the Opteron 6272 has 12 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3 GHz on the Opteron 6272 versus 3.1 GHz on the Core i3-8100T — a 3.3% clock advantage for the Core i3-8100T (base: 2.1 GHz vs 3.1 GHz). The Opteron 6272 uses the Interlagos (2011−2012) architecture (32 nm), while the Core i3-8100T uses Coffee Lake (2017−2019) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Opteron 6272 scores 5,240 against the Core i3-8100T's 5,257 — a 0.3% lead for the Core i3-8100T. L3 cache: 8 MB (total) on the Opteron 6272 vs 6 MB (total) on the Core i3-8100T.
| Feature | Opteron 6272 | Core i3-8100T |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 16 / 16+300% | 4 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 3 GHz | 3.1 GHz+3% |
| Base Clock | 2.1 GHz | 3.1 GHz+48% |
| L3 Cache | 8 MB (total)+33% | 6 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 8.00391 MB (per core)+3102% | 256K (per core) |
| Process | 32 nm | 14 nm-56% |
| Architecture | Interlagos (2011−2012) | Coffee Lake (2017−2019) |
| PassMark | 5,240 | 5,257 |
Memory & Platform
The Opteron 6272 uses the G34 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Core i3-8100T uses LGA1151 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Opteron 6272 | Core i3-8100T |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | G34 | LGA1151 |
| 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 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: not specified (Opteron 6272) / VT-x, VT-d (Core i3-8100T). The Core i3-8100T includes integrated graphics (UHD Graphics 630), while the Opteron 6272 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i3-8100T targets Desktop.
| Feature | Opteron 6272 | Core i3-8100T |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | — | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | UHD Graphics 630 |
| Unlocked | — | No |
| AVX-512 | — | No |
| Virtualization | — | VT-x, VT-d |
| Target Use | — | Desktop |
Value Analysis
The Opteron 6272 launched at $523 MSRP, while the Core i3-8100T debuted at $117. At current prices ($50 vs $59), the Opteron 6272 is $9 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Opteron 6272 delivers 104.8 pts/$ vs 89.1 pts/$ for the Core i3-8100T — making the Opteron 6272 the 16.2% better value option.
| Feature | Opteron 6272 | Core i3-8100T |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $523 | $117-78% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $50-15% | $59 |
| Performance per Dollar | 104.8+18% | 89.1 |
| Release Date | 2011 | 2018 |
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