Opteron 6328 vs Core i3-8100T
Opteron 6328
Core i3-8100T
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 6328 is positioned at rank #64 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 6328
Performance Per Dollar Core i3-8100T
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Opteron 6328 | Core i3-8100T |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($42) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($59) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Abu Dhabi (2012) / 32 nm) | ✨ Modern (Coffee Lake (2017−2019) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Opteron 6328 | Core i3-8100T |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+42%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($42) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($59) |
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 6328 and Core i3-8100T
Opteron 6328
The Opteron 6328 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 5 November 2012 (13 years ago). It is based on the Abu Dhabi (2012) architecture. It features 8 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.2 GHz, with boost up to 3.8 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 2 MB (per module). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: G34. Thermal design power (TDP): 115 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 5,306 points. Launch price was $575.
Core i3-8100T
The Core i3-8100T is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2 April 2018 (7 years ago). It is based on the Coffee Lake (2017−2019) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.1 GHz, with boost up to 3.1 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1151. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2400. Passmark benchmark score: 5,257 points. Launch price was $117.
Processing Power
The Opteron 6328 packs 8 cores / 8 threads, while the Core i3-8100T offers 4 cores / 4 threads — the Opteron 6328 has 4 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.8 GHz on the Opteron 6328 versus 3.1 GHz on the Core i3-8100T — a 20.3% clock advantage for the Opteron 6328 (base: 3.2 GHz vs 3.1 GHz). The Opteron 6328 uses the Abu Dhabi (2012) architecture (32 nm), while the Core i3-8100T uses Coffee Lake (2017−2019) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Opteron 6328 scores 5,306 against the Core i3-8100T's 5,257 — a 0.9% lead for the Opteron 6328. L3 cache: 8 MB (total) on the Opteron 6328 vs 6 MB (total) on the Core i3-8100T.
| Feature | Opteron 6328 | Core i3-8100T |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 8 / 8+100% | 4 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 3.8 GHz+23% | 3.1 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.2 GHz+3% | 3.1 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 8 MB (total)+33% | 6 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB (per module)+700% | 256K (per core) |
| Process | 32 nm | 14 nm-56% |
| Architecture | Abu Dhabi (2012) | Coffee Lake (2017−2019) |
| PassMark | 5,306 | 5,257 |
Memory & Platform
The Opteron 6328 uses the G34 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Core i3-8100T uses LGA1151 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Opteron 6328 | Core i3-8100T |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | G34 | LGA1151 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 3.0+50% |
| Max RAM Speed | — | DDR4-2400 |
| Max RAM Capacity | — | 64 GB |
| RAM Channels | — | 2 |
| ECC Support | — | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | — | 16 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: not specified (Opteron 6328) / VT-x, VT-d (Core i3-8100T). The Core i3-8100T includes integrated graphics (UHD Graphics 630), while the Opteron 6328 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i3-8100T targets Desktop.
| Feature | Opteron 6328 | Core i3-8100T |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | — | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | UHD Graphics 630 |
| Unlocked | — | No |
| AVX-512 | — | No |
| Virtualization | — | VT-x, VT-d |
| Target Use | — | Desktop |
Value Analysis
The Opteron 6328 launched at $575 MSRP, while the Core i3-8100T debuted at $117. At current prices ($42 vs $59), the Opteron 6328 is $17 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Opteron 6328 delivers 126.3 pts/$ vs 89.1 pts/$ for the Core i3-8100T — making the Opteron 6328 the 34.6% better value option.
| Feature | Opteron 6328 | Core i3-8100T |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $575 | $117-80% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $42-29% | $59 |
| Performance per Dollar | 126.3+42% | 89.1 |
| Release Date | 2012 | 2018 |
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