Opteron 6344 vs Xeon X5660
Opteron 6344
Xeon X5660
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 X5660 is on rank 990, 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 X5660
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Opteron 6344 | Xeon X5660 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | Balanced gaming performance | Balanced gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($49) | ✅ More affordable ($10) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Abu Dhabi (2012) / 32 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Westmere-EP (2010−2011) / 32 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Opteron 6344 | Xeon X5660 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+383%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($49) | ✅ More affordable ($10) |
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 X5660
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 X5660
The Xeon X5660 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 16 March 2010 (15 years ago). It is based on the Westmere-EP (2010−2011) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 2.8 GHz, with boost up to 3.2 GHz. L3 cache: 12 MB (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: 5,979 points. Launch price was $33.
Processing Power
The Opteron 6344 packs 12 cores / 12 threads, while the Xeon X5660 offers 6 cores / 12 threads — the Opteron 6344 has 6 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.2 GHz on the Opteron 6344 versus 3.2 GHz on the Xeon X5660 — identical boost frequencies (base: 2.6 GHz vs 2.8 GHz). The Opteron 6344 uses the Abu Dhabi (2012) architecture (32 nm), while the Xeon X5660 uses Westmere-EP (2010−2011) (32 nm). In PassMark, the Opteron 6344 scores 6,069 against the Xeon X5660's 5,979 — a 1.5% lead for the Opteron 6344. L3 cache: 8 MB (total) on the Opteron 6344 vs 12 MB (total) on the Xeon X5660.
| Feature | Opteron 6344 | Xeon X5660 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 12 / 12+100% | 6 / 12 |
| Boost Clock | 3.2 GHz | 3.2 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.6 GHz | 2.8 GHz+8% |
| L3 Cache | 8 MB (total) | 12 MB (total)+50% |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB (per module)+700% | 256 kB (per core) |
| Process | 32 nm | 32 nm |
| Architecture | Abu Dhabi (2012) | Westmere-EP (2010−2011) |
| PassMark | 6,069+2% | 5,979 |
Memory & Platform
The Opteron 6344 uses the G34 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Xeon X5660 uses LGA1366 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Opteron 6344 | Xeon X5660 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 6344) / VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Xeon X5660). Primary use case: Xeon X5660 targets Workstation. Direct competitor: Xeon X5660 rivals Core i7-980X.
| Feature | Opteron 6344 | Xeon X5660 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | — | No |
| Unlocked | — | No |
| AVX-512 | — | No |
| Virtualization | — | VT-x, VT-d, EPT |
| Target Use | — | Workstation |
Value Analysis
The Opteron 6344 launched at $415 MSRP, while the Xeon X5660 debuted at $1219. At current prices ($49 vs $10), the Xeon X5660 is $39 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Opteron 6344 delivers 123.9 pts/$ vs 597.9 pts/$ for the Xeon X5660 — making the Xeon X5660 the 131.4% better value option.
| Feature | Opteron 6344 | Xeon X5660 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $415-66% | $1219 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $49 | $10-80% |
| Performance per Dollar | 123.9 | 597.9+383% |
| Release Date | 2012 | 2010 |
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