Opteron 6344 vs Xeon E5-2630
Opteron 6344
Xeon E5-2630
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 Xeon E5-2630 is on rank 702, 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 Xeon E5-2630
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Opteron 6344 | Xeon E5-2630 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($49) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($395) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Abu Dhabi (2012) / 32 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Sandy Bridge-EP (2012) / 32 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Opteron 6344 | Xeon E5-2630 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+705%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($49) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($395) |
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 Xeon E5-2630
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.
Xeon E5-2630
The Xeon E5-2630 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 6 March 2012 (13 years ago). It is based on the Sandy Bridge-EP (2012) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 2.3 GHz, with boost up to 2.8 GHz. L3 cache: 15360 kB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: LGA2011. Thermal design power (TDP): 95 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 6,077 points. Launch price was $74.
Processing Power
The Opteron 6344 packs 12 cores / 12 threads, while the Xeon E5-2630 offers 6 cores / 12 threads — the Opteron 6344 has 6 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.2 GHz on the Opteron 6344 versus 2.8 GHz on the Xeon E5-2630 — a 13.3% clock advantage for the Opteron 6344 (base: 2.6 GHz vs 2.3 GHz). The Opteron 6344 uses the Abu Dhabi (2012) architecture (32 nm), while the Xeon E5-2630 uses Sandy Bridge-EP (2012) (32 nm). In PassMark, the Opteron 6344 scores 6,069 against the Xeon E5-2630's 6,077 — a 0.1% lead for the Xeon E5-2630. L3 cache: 8 MB (total) on the Opteron 6344 vs 15360 kB (total) on the Xeon E5-2630.
| Feature | Opteron 6344 | Xeon E5-2630 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 12 / 12+100% | 6 / 12 |
| Boost Clock | 3.2 GHz+14% | 2.8 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.6 GHz+13% | 2.3 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 8 MB (total) | 15360 kB (total)+88% |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB (per module)+700% | 256 kB (per core) |
| Process | 32 nm | 32 nm |
| Architecture | Abu Dhabi (2012) | Sandy Bridge-EP (2012) |
| PassMark | 6,069 | 6,077 |
Memory & Platform
The Opteron 6344 uses the G34 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Xeon E5-2630 uses LGA2011 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Opteron 6344 | Xeon E5-2630 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | G34 | LGA2011 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 4.0+100% |
Value Analysis
The Opteron 6344 launched at $415 MSRP, while the Xeon E5-2630 debuted at $395. At current prices ($49 vs $395), the Opteron 6344 is $346 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Opteron 6344 delivers 123.9 pts/$ vs 15.4 pts/$ for the Xeon E5-2630 — making the Opteron 6344 the 155.8% better value option.
| Feature | Opteron 6344 | Xeon E5-2630 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $415 | $395-5% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $49-88% | $395 |
| Performance per Dollar | 123.9+705% | 15.4 |
| Release Date | 2012 | 2012 |
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