Opteron 6282 SE vs Xeon X5675
Opteron 6282 SE
Xeon X5675
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 6282 SE is positioned at rank 52 and the Xeon X5675 is on rank 998, so the Opteron 6282 SE offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Opteron 6282 SE
Performance Per Dollar Xeon X5675
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Opteron 6282 SE | Xeon X5675 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($770) | ✅ More affordable ($22) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Interlagos (2011−2012) / 32 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Westmere-EP (2010−2011) / 32 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Opteron 6282 SE | Xeon X5675 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+3418%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($770) | ✅ More affordable ($22) |
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 6282 SE and Xeon X5675
Opteron 6282 SE
The Opteron 6282 SE 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 2.6 GHz, with boost up to 3.3 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 2 MB (per module). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: G34. Thermal design power (TDP): 140 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 6,385 points. Launch price was $1,090.
Xeon X5675
The Xeon X5675 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 14 February 2011 (14 years ago). It is based on the Westmere-EP (2010−2011) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 3.06 GHz, with boost up to 3.46 GHz. L3 cache: 12288 kB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1366. Thermal design power (TDP): 95 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 6,418 points. Launch price was $162.
Processing Power
The Opteron 6282 SE packs 16 cores / 16 threads, while the Xeon X5675 offers 6 cores / 12 threads — the Opteron 6282 SE has 10 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.3 GHz on the Opteron 6282 SE versus 3.46 GHz on the Xeon X5675 — a 4.7% clock advantage for the Xeon X5675 (base: 2.6 GHz vs 3.06 GHz). The Opteron 6282 SE uses the Interlagos (2011−2012) architecture (32 nm), while the Xeon X5675 uses Westmere-EP (2010−2011) (32 nm). In PassMark, the Opteron 6282 SE scores 6,385 against the Xeon X5675's 6,418 — a 0.5% lead for the Xeon X5675. L3 cache: 8 MB (total) on the Opteron 6282 SE vs 12288 kB (total) on the Xeon X5675.
| Feature | Opteron 6282 SE | Xeon X5675 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 16 / 16+167% | 6 / 12 |
| Boost Clock | 3.3 GHz | 3.46 GHz+5% |
| Base Clock | 2.6 GHz | 3.06 GHz+18% |
| L3 Cache | 8 MB (total) | 12288 kB (total)+50% |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB (per module)+700% | 256 kB (per core) |
| Process | 32 nm | 32 nm |
| Architecture | Interlagos (2011−2012) | Westmere-EP (2010−2011) |
| PassMark | 6,385 | 6,418 |
Memory & Platform
The Opteron 6282 SE uses the G34 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Xeon X5675 uses LGA1366 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Opteron 6282 SE | Xeon X5675 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | G34 | LGA1366 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 2.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | — | DDR3-1333 |
| RAM Channels | — | 3 |
| ECC Support | — | ✅ |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: not specified (Opteron 6282 SE) / VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Xeon X5675). Primary use case: Xeon X5675 targets Workstation. Direct competitor: Xeon X5675 rivals Core i7-980X.
| Feature | Opteron 6282 SE | Xeon X5675 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | — | No |
| Unlocked | — | No |
| AVX-512 | — | No |
| Virtualization | — | VT-x, VT-d, EPT |
| Target Use | — | Workstation |
Value Analysis
The Opteron 6282 SE launched at $1019 MSRP, while the Xeon X5675 debuted at $1440. At current prices ($770 vs $22), the Xeon X5675 is $748 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Opteron 6282 SE delivers 8.3 pts/$ vs 291.7 pts/$ for the Xeon X5675 — making the Xeon X5675 the 188.9% better value option.
| Feature | Opteron 6282 SE | Xeon X5675 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $1019-29% | $1440 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $770 | $22-97% |
| Performance per Dollar | 8.3 | 291.7+3414% |
| Release Date | 2011 | 2011 |
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