CPU
GPU
Opteron 6281
Xeon Phi 7210
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 6281 is positioned at rank 44 and the Xeon Phi 7210 is on rank 999, so the Opteron 6281 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Opteron 6281
Performance Per Dollar Xeon Phi 7210
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Opteron 6281 | Xeon Phi 7210 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($419) | ✅ More affordable ($150) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Interlagos (2011−2012) / 32 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Knights Landing (2016) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Opteron 6281 | Xeon Phi 7210 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+180%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($419) | ✅ More affordable ($150) |
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 6281 and Xeon Phi 7210
Opteron 6281
The Opteron 6281 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 1 May 2012 (13 years ago). It is based on the Interlagos (2011−2012) architecture. It features 16 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 2.5 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): 130 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 7,279 points. Launch price was $988.
Xeon Phi 7210
The Xeon Phi 7210 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2015-01-01. It is based on the Knights Landing (2016) architecture. It features 64 cores and 256 threads. Base frequency is 1.3 GHz, with boost up to 1.5 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB (total). L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA3647. Thermal design power (TDP): 215 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 7,306 points. Launch price was $800.
Processing Power
The Opteron 6281 packs 16 cores / 16 threads, while the Xeon Phi 7210 offers 64 cores / 256 threads — the Xeon Phi 7210 has 48 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.2 GHz on the Opteron 6281 versus 1.5 GHz on the Xeon Phi 7210 — a 72.3% clock advantage for the Opteron 6281 (base: 2.5 GHz vs 1.3 GHz). The Opteron 6281 uses the Interlagos (2011−2012) architecture (32 nm), while the Xeon Phi 7210 uses Knights Landing (2016) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Opteron 6281 scores 7,279 against the Xeon Phi 7210's 7,306 — a 0.4% lead for the Xeon Phi 7210. L3 cache: 8 MB (total) on the Opteron 6281 vs 0 kB (total) on the Xeon Phi 7210.
| Feature | Opteron 6281 | Xeon Phi 7210 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 16 / 16 | 64 / 256+300% |
| Boost Clock | 3.2 GHz+113% | 1.5 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.5 GHz+92% | 1.3 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 8 MB (total) | 0 kB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB (per module)+300% | 512 kB (per core) |
| Process | 32 nm | 14 nm-56% |
| Architecture | Interlagos (2011−2012) | Knights Landing (2016) |
| PassMark | 7,279 | 7,306 |
Memory & Platform
The Opteron 6281 uses the G34 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Xeon Phi 7210 uses LGA3647 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Opteron 6281 | Xeon Phi 7210 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | G34 | LGA3647 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 3.0+50% |
Value Analysis
The Opteron 6281 launched at $988 MSRP, while the Xeon Phi 7210 debuted at $1881. At current prices ($419 vs $150), the Xeon Phi 7210 is $269 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Opteron 6281 delivers 17.4 pts/$ vs 48.7 pts/$ for the Xeon Phi 7210 — making the Xeon Phi 7210 the 94.8% better value option.
| Feature | Opteron 6281 | Xeon Phi 7210 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $988-47% | $1881 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $419 | $150-64% |
| Performance per Dollar | 17.4 | 48.7+180% |
| Release Date | 2012 | 2016 |
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