Opteron 6348 vs Core i3-10300T
Opteron 6348
Core i3-10300T
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 6348 is positioned at rank #40 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Great 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 6348
Performance Per Dollar Core i3-10300T
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Opteron 6348 | Core i3-10300T |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($287) | ✅ More affordable ($100) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Abu Dhabi (2012) / 32 nm) | ✨ Modern (Legacy / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Opteron 6348 | Core i3-10300T |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+188%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($287) | ✅ More affordable ($100) |
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 6348 and Core i3-10300T
Opteron 6348
The Opteron 6348 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2015-01-01. It is based on the Abu Dhabi (2012) architecture. It features 12 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 2.8 GHz, with boost up to 3.4 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 12 MB. Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: G34. Thermal design power (TDP): 115 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 7,850 points. Launch price was $800.
Core i3-10300T
The Core i3-10300T is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 April 2020 (5 years ago). It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3 GHz, with boost up to 3.9 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB Intel® Smart Cache. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1200. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2666. Passmark benchmark score: 7,879 points. Launch price was $149.
Processing Power
The Opteron 6348 packs 12 cores / 12 threads, while the Core i3-10300T offers 4 cores / 8 threads — the Opteron 6348 has 8 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.4 GHz on the Opteron 6348 versus 3.9 GHz on the Core i3-10300T — a 13.7% clock advantage for the Core i3-10300T (base: 2.8 GHz vs 3 GHz). The Opteron 6348 is built on the Abu Dhabi (2012) architecture. In PassMark, the Opteron 6348 scores 7,850 against the Core i3-10300T's 7,879 — a 0.4% lead for the Core i3-10300T. L3 cache: 8 MB (total) on the Opteron 6348 vs 8 MB Intel® Smart Cache on the Core i3-10300T.
| Feature | Opteron 6348 | Core i3-10300T |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 12 / 12+200% | 4 / 8 |
| Boost Clock | 3.4 GHz | 3.9 GHz+15% |
| Base Clock | 2.8 GHz | 3 GHz+7% |
| L3 Cache | 8 MB (total) | 8 MB Intel® Smart Cache |
| L2 Cache | 12 MB | — |
| Process | 32 nm | 14 nm-56% |
| Architecture | Abu Dhabi (2012) | — |
| PassMark | 7,850 | 7,879 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 1,313 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 4,090 |
Memory & Platform
The Opteron 6348 uses the G34 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Core i3-10300T uses LGA1200 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Opteron 6348 | Core i3-10300T |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | G34 | LGA1200 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 3.0+50% |
| Max RAM Speed | — | DDR4-2666 |
| Max RAM Capacity | — | 128 GB |
| RAM Channels | — | 2 |
| ECC Support | — | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | — | 16 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: not specified (Opteron 6348) / VT-x, VT-d (Core i3-10300T). The Core i3-10300T includes integrated graphics (UHD Graphics 630), while the Opteron 6348 requires a dedicated GPU.
| Feature | Opteron 6348 | Core i3-10300T |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | — | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | UHD Graphics 630 |
| Unlocked | — | No |
| AVX-512 | — | No |
| Virtualization | — | VT-x, VT-d |
Value Analysis
The Opteron 6348 launched at $575 MSRP, while the Core i3-10300T debuted at $157. At current prices ($287 vs $100), the Core i3-10300T is $187 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Opteron 6348 delivers 27.4 pts/$ vs 78.8 pts/$ for the Core i3-10300T — making the Core i3-10300T the 96.9% better value option.
| Feature | Opteron 6348 | Core i3-10300T |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $575 | $157-73% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $287 | $100-65% |
| Performance per Dollar | 27.4 | 78.8+188% |
| Release Date | 2012 | 2020 |
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