Opteron 6274 vs Core i7-2700K
Opteron 6274
Core i7-2700K
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 6274 is positioned at rank 60 and the Core i7-2700K is on rank 863, so the Opteron 6274 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Opteron 6274
Performance Per Dollar Core i7-2700K
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Opteron 6274 | Core i7-2700K |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($80) | ✅ More affordable ($45) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Interlagos (2011−2012) / 32 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) / 32 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Opteron 6274 | Core i7-2700K |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+79%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($80) | ✅ More affordable ($45) |
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 6274 and Core i7-2700K
Opteron 6274
The Opteron 6274 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 2.2 GHz, with boost up to 3.1 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: 5,643 points. Launch price was $909.
Core i7-2700K
The Core i7-2700K is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 24 October 2011 (14 years ago). It is based on the Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.5 GHz, with boost up to 3.9 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1155. Thermal design power (TDP): 95 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 5,689 points. Launch price was $514.
Processing Power
The Opteron 6274 packs 16 cores / 16 threads, while the Core i7-2700K offers 4 cores / 8 threads — the Opteron 6274 has 12 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.1 GHz on the Opteron 6274 versus 3.9 GHz on the Core i7-2700K — a 22.9% clock advantage for the Core i7-2700K (base: 2.2 GHz vs 3.5 GHz). The Opteron 6274 uses the Interlagos (2011−2012) architecture (32 nm), while the Core i7-2700K uses Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) (32 nm). In PassMark, the Opteron 6274 scores 5,643 against the Core i7-2700K's 5,689 — a 0.8% lead for the Core i7-2700K. Both processors carry 8 MB (total) of L3 cache.
| Feature | Opteron 6274 | Core i7-2700K |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 16 / 16+300% | 4 / 8 |
| Boost Clock | 3.1 GHz | 3.9 GHz+26% |
| Base Clock | 2.2 GHz | 3.5 GHz+59% |
| L3 Cache | 8 MB (total) | 8 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 8.00391 MB (per core)+3102% | 256 kB (per core) |
| Process | 32 nm | 32 nm |
| Architecture | Interlagos (2011−2012) | Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) |
| PassMark | 5,643 | 5,689 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 701 |
Memory & Platform
The Opteron 6274 uses the G34 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Core i7-2700K uses LGA1155 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Opteron 6274 | Core i7-2700K |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | G34 | LGA1155 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 2.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | — | DDR3-1333 |
| Max RAM Capacity | — | 32 GB |
| RAM Channels | — | 2 |
| ECC Support | — | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | — | 16 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: not specified (Opteron 6274) / VT-x (Core i7-2700K). The Core i7-2700K includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics 3000), while the Opteron 6274 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i7-2700K targets Gaming Desktop. Direct competitor: Core i7-2700K rivals FX-8150.
| Feature | Opteron 6274 | Core i7-2700K |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | — | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | HD Graphics 3000 |
| Unlocked | — | Yes |
| AVX-512 | — | No |
| Virtualization | — | VT-x |
| Target Use | — | Gaming Desktop |
Value Analysis
The Opteron 6274 launched at $639 MSRP, while the Core i7-2700K debuted at $332. At current prices ($80 vs $45), the Core i7-2700K is $35 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Opteron 6274 delivers 70.5 pts/$ vs 126.4 pts/$ for the Core i7-2700K — making the Core i7-2700K the 56.7% better value option.
| Feature | Opteron 6274 | Core i7-2700K |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $639 | $332-48% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $80 | $45-44% |
| Performance per Dollar | 70.5 | 126.4+79% |
| Release Date | 2011 | 2011 |
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