Opteron 6272 vs Ryzen 5 3600
Opteron 6272
Ryzen 5 3600
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 Ryzen 5 3600
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Opteron 6272 | Ryzen 5 3600 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($50) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($80) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Interlagos (2011−2012) / 32 nm) | ✨ Modern (Matisse (2019−2020) / 7 nm, 12 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Opteron 6272 | Ryzen 5 3600 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+111%) |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($50) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($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.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of Opteron 6272 and Ryzen 5 3600
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.
Ryzen 5 3600
The Ryzen 5 3600 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 7 July 2019 (6 years ago). It is based on the Matisse (2019−2020) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 3.6 GHz, with boost up to 4.2 GHz. L3 cache: 32 MB (total). L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 7 nm, 12 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4 Dual-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 17,685 points. Launch price was $199.
Processing Power
The Opteron 6272 packs 16 cores / 16 threads, while the Ryzen 5 3600 offers 6 cores / 12 threads — the Opteron 6272 has 10 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3 GHz on the Opteron 6272 versus 4.2 GHz on the Ryzen 5 3600 — a 33.3% clock advantage for the Ryzen 5 3600 (base: 2.1 GHz vs 3.6 GHz). The Opteron 6272 uses the Interlagos (2011−2012) architecture (32 nm), while the Ryzen 5 3600 uses Matisse (2019−2020) (7 nm, 12 nm). In PassMark, the Opteron 6272 scores 5,240 against the Ryzen 5 3600's 17,685 — a 108.6% lead for the Ryzen 5 3600. L3 cache: 8 MB (total) on the Opteron 6272 vs 32 MB (total) on the Ryzen 5 3600.
| Feature | Opteron 6272 | Ryzen 5 3600 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 16 / 16+167% | 6 / 12 |
| Boost Clock | 3 GHz | 4.2 GHz+40% |
| Base Clock | 2.1 GHz | 3.6 GHz+71% |
| L3 Cache | 8 MB (total) | 32 MB (total)+300% |
| L2 Cache | 8.00391 MB (per core)+1501% | 512K (per core) |
| Process | 32 nm | 7 nm, 12 nm-78% |
| Architecture | Interlagos (2011−2012) | Matisse (2019−2020) |
| PassMark | 5,240 | 17,685+238% |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 9,500 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 1,295 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 1,898 |
Memory & Platform
The Opteron 6272 uses the G34 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Ryzen 5 3600 uses AM4 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Opteron 6272 | Ryzen 5 3600 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | G34 | AM4 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 4.0+100% |
| Max RAM Speed | — | DDR4-3200 |
| Max RAM Capacity | — | 128 GB |
| RAM Channels | — | 2 |
| ECC Support | — | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | — | 24 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: not specified (Opteron 6272) / Yes (Ryzen 5 3600). Primary use case: Ryzen 5 3600 targets Gaming/Budget Workstation. Direct competitor: Ryzen 5 3600 rivals Core i5-10400.
| Feature | Opteron 6272 | Ryzen 5 3600 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | — | No |
| Unlocked | — | Yes |
| AVX-512 | — | No |
| Virtualization | — | Yes |
| Target Use | — | Gaming/Budget Workstation |
Value Analysis
The Opteron 6272 launched at $523 MSRP, while the Ryzen 5 3600 debuted at $199. At current prices ($50 vs $80), the Opteron 6272 is $30 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Opteron 6272 delivers 104.8 pts/$ vs 221.1 pts/$ for the Ryzen 5 3600 — making the Ryzen 5 3600 the 71.4% better value option.
| Feature | Opteron 6272 | Ryzen 5 3600 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $523 | $199-62% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $50-38% | $80 |
| Performance per Dollar | 104.8 | 221.1+111% |
| Release Date | 2011 | 2019 |
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