Opteron 6328 vs Core i5-4670S
Opteron 6328
Core i5-4670S
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 6328 is positioned at rank 64 and the Core i5-4670S is on rank 693, so the Opteron 6328 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Opteron 6328
Performance Per Dollar Core i5-4670S
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Opteron 6328 | Core i5-4670S |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($42) | ✅ More affordable ($30) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Abu Dhabi (2012) / 32 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Haswell (2013−2015) / 22 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Opteron 6328 | Core i5-4670S |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+39%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($42) | ✅ More affordable ($30) |
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 i5-4670S
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 i5-4670S
The Core i5-4670S is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2 June 2013 (12 years ago). It is based on the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.1 GHz, with boost up to 3.8 GHz. L3 cache: 6144 kB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1150. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 5,252 points. Launch price was $149.
Processing Power
The Opteron 6328 packs 8 cores / 8 threads, while the Core i5-4670S offers 4 cores / 4 threads — the Opteron 6328 has 4 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.8 GHz on the Opteron 6328 versus 3.8 GHz on the Core i5-4670S — identical boost frequencies (base: 3.2 GHz vs 3.1 GHz). The Opteron 6328 uses the Abu Dhabi (2012) architecture (32 nm), while the Core i5-4670S uses Haswell (2013−2015) (22 nm). In PassMark, the Opteron 6328 scores 5,306 against the Core i5-4670S's 5,252 — a 1% lead for the Opteron 6328. L3 cache: 8 MB (total) on the Opteron 6328 vs 6144 kB (total) on the Core i5-4670S.
| Feature | Opteron 6328 | Core i5-4670S |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 8 / 8+100% | 4 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 3.8 GHz | 3.8 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.2 GHz+3% | 3.1 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 8 MB (total)+33% | 6144 kB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB (per module)+700% | 256 kB (per core) |
| Process | 32 nm | 22 nm-31% |
| Architecture | Abu Dhabi (2012) | Haswell (2013−2015) |
| PassMark | 5,306+1% | 5,252 |
Memory & Platform
The Opteron 6328 uses the G34 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Core i5-4670S uses LGA1150 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Opteron 6328 | Core i5-4670S |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | G34 | LGA1150 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 3.0+50% |
| Max RAM Speed | — | DDR3-1600 |
| Max RAM Capacity | — | 32 GB |
| RAM Channels | — | 2 |
| ECC Support | — | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | — | 16 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: not specified (Opteron 6328) / VT-x, VT-d (Core i5-4670S). The Core i5-4670S includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics 4600), while the Opteron 6328 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i5-4670S targets Desktop Low Power.
| Feature | Opteron 6328 | Core i5-4670S |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | — | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | HD Graphics 4600 |
| Unlocked | — | No |
| AVX-512 | — | No |
| Virtualization | — | VT-x, VT-d |
| Target Use | — | Desktop Low Power |
Value Analysis
The Opteron 6328 launched at $575 MSRP, while the Core i5-4670S debuted at $213. At current prices ($42 vs $30), the Core i5-4670S is $12 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Opteron 6328 delivers 126.3 pts/$ vs 175.1 pts/$ for the Core i5-4670S — making the Core i5-4670S the 32.3% better value option.
| Feature | Opteron 6328 | Core i5-4670S |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $575 | $213-63% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $42 | $30-29% |
| Performance per Dollar | 126.3 | 175.1+39% |
| Release Date | 2012 | 2013 |
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