Opteron 6272 vs Core i7-3610QE
Opteron 6272
Core i7-3610QE
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 6272 is positioned at rank 65 and the Core i7-3610QE is on rank 945, so the Opteron 6272 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Opteron 6272
Performance Per Dollar Core i7-3610QE
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Opteron 6272 | Core i7-3610QE |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($50) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($105) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Interlagos (2011−2012) / 32 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) / 22 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Opteron 6272 | Core i7-3610QE |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+110%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($50) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($105) |
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 i7-3610QE
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 i7-3610QE
The Core i7-3610QE is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 29 April 2012 (13 years ago). It is based on the Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 2.3 GHz, with boost up to 3.3 GHz. L3 cache: 6144 kB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: G2. Thermal design power (TDP): 45 Watt. Memory support: unknown Dual-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 5,234 points. Launch price was $149.
Processing Power
The Opteron 6272 packs 16 cores / 16 threads, while the Core i7-3610QE offers 4 cores / 8 threads — the Opteron 6272 has 12 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3 GHz on the Opteron 6272 versus 3.3 GHz on the Core i7-3610QE — a 9.5% clock advantage for the Core i7-3610QE (base: 2.1 GHz vs 2.3 GHz). The Opteron 6272 uses the Interlagos (2011−2012) architecture (32 nm), while the Core i7-3610QE uses Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) (22 nm). In PassMark, the Opteron 6272 scores 5,240 against the Core i7-3610QE's 5,234 — a 0.1% lead for the Opteron 6272. L3 cache: 8 MB (total) on the Opteron 6272 vs 6144 kB (total) on the Core i7-3610QE.
| Feature | Opteron 6272 | Core i7-3610QE |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 16 / 16+300% | 4 / 8 |
| Boost Clock | 3 GHz | 3.3 GHz+10% |
| Base Clock | 2.1 GHz | 2.3 GHz+10% |
| L3 Cache | 8 MB (total)+33% | 6144 kB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 8.00391 MB (per core)+3102% | 256 kB (per core) |
| Process | 32 nm | 22 nm-31% |
| Architecture | Interlagos (2011−2012) | Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) |
| PassMark | 5,240 | 5,234 |
Memory & Platform
The Opteron 6272 uses the G34 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Core i7-3610QE uses G2 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Opteron 6272 | Core i7-3610QE |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | G34 | G2 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 3.0+50% |
| Max RAM Speed | — | DDR3-1600 |
| Max RAM Capacity | — | 32 GB |
| RAM Channels | — | 2 |
| ECC Support | — | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | — | 16 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: not specified (Opteron 6272) / VT-x, VT-d (Core i7-3610QE). The Core i7-3610QE includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics 4000), while the Opteron 6272 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i7-3610QE targets Mobile.
| Feature | Opteron 6272 | Core i7-3610QE |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | — | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | HD Graphics 4000 |
| Unlocked | — | No |
| AVX-512 | — | No |
| Virtualization | — | VT-x, VT-d |
| Target Use | — | Mobile |
Value Analysis
The Opteron 6272 launched at $523 MSRP, while the Core i7-3610QE debuted at $315. At current prices ($50 vs $105), the Opteron 6272 is $55 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Opteron 6272 delivers 104.8 pts/$ vs 49.8 pts/$ for the Core i7-3610QE — making the Opteron 6272 the 71.1% better value option.
| Feature | Opteron 6272 | Core i7-3610QE |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $523 | $315-40% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $50-52% | $105 |
| Performance per Dollar | 104.8+110% | 49.8 |
| Release Date | 2011 | 2012 |
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