Opteron 6344 vs Core i3-8100
Opteron 6344
Core i3-8100
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 6344 is positioned at rank 55 and the Core i3-8100 is on rank 410, so the Opteron 6344 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Opteron 6344
Performance Per Dollar Core i3-8100
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Opteron 6344 | Core i3-8100 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($49) | ✅ More affordable ($45) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Abu Dhabi (2012) / 32 nm) | ✨ Modern (Coffee Lake (2017−2019) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Opteron 6344 | Core i3-8100 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+9%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($49) | ✅ 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 6344 and Core i3-8100
Opteron 6344
The Opteron 6344 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 12 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 2.6 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): 115 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 6,069 points. Launch price was $415.
Core i3-8100
The Core i3-8100 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 5 October 2017 (8 years ago). It is based on the Coffee Lake (2017−2019) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.6 GHz, with boost up to 3.6 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1151. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2400. Passmark benchmark score: 6,073 points. Launch price was $117.
Processing Power
The Opteron 6344 packs 12 cores / 12 threads, while the Core i3-8100 offers 4 cores / 4 threads — the Opteron 6344 has 8 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.2 GHz on the Opteron 6344 versus 3.6 GHz on the Core i3-8100 — a 11.8% clock advantage for the Core i3-8100 (base: 2.6 GHz vs 3.6 GHz). The Opteron 6344 uses the Abu Dhabi (2012) architecture (32 nm), while the Core i3-8100 uses Coffee Lake (2017−2019) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Opteron 6344 scores 6,069 against the Core i3-8100's 6,073 — a 0.1% lead for the Core i3-8100. L3 cache: 8 MB (total) on the Opteron 6344 vs 6 MB (total) on the Core i3-8100.
| Feature | Opteron 6344 | Core i3-8100 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 12 / 12+200% | 4 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 3.2 GHz | 3.6 GHz+12% |
| Base Clock | 2.6 GHz | 3.6 GHz+38% |
| 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 | 6,069 | 6,073 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 1,200 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 3,600 |
Memory & Platform
The Opteron 6344 uses the G34 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Core i3-8100 uses LGA1151 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Opteron 6344 | Core i3-8100 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 6344) / VT-x, VT-d (Core i3-8100). The Core i3-8100 includes integrated graphics (Intel UHD Graphics 630), while the Opteron 6344 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i3-8100 targets Budget Desktop.
| Feature | Opteron 6344 | Core i3-8100 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | — | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | Intel UHD Graphics 630 |
| Unlocked | — | No |
| AVX-512 | — | No |
| Virtualization | — | VT-x, VT-d |
| Target Use | — | Budget Desktop |
Value Analysis
The Opteron 6344 launched at $415 MSRP, while the Core i3-8100 debuted at $117. At current prices ($49 vs $45), the Core i3-8100 is $4 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Opteron 6344 delivers 123.9 pts/$ vs 135.0 pts/$ for the Core i3-8100 — making the Core i3-8100 the 8.6% better value option.
| Feature | Opteron 6344 | Core i3-8100 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $415 | $117-72% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $49 | $45-8% |
| Performance per Dollar | 123.9 | 135.0+9% |
| Release Date | 2012 | 2017 |
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