Opteron 6348 vs Ryzen 5 PRO 2400GE

Opteron 6348

12 Cores12 Thrd115 WWMax: 3.4 GHz2012

Ryzen 5 PRO 2400GE

4 Cores8 Thrd35 WWMax: 3.8 GHz2018

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Opteron 6348

12 / 12

7,850

+0.8%

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7965WX

Ryzen 5 PRO 2400GE

4 / 8

7,787

0.0%

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7965WX

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.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar Opteron 6348

Xeon Platinum 8454H

MSRP: $6540|Avg: N/A

1059%

Xeon Gold 6240R

MSRP: $2444|Avg: N/A

200%

#10

Xeon 6337P

MSRP: $60|Avg: $5

178%

#15

EPYC 9174F

MSRP: $194|Avg: $30

137%

#40

Opteron 6348

MSRP: $575|Avg: $287

100%

#41

Xeon W-2195

MSRP: $150|Avg: $5

95%

#44

Opteron 6281

MSRP: $988|Avg: $419

93%

#49

Xeon E5-4607 v2

MSRP: $42|Avg: $77

85%

#52

Opteron 6282 SE

MSRP: $1019|Avg: $770

81%

#53

Opteron 6276

MSRP: $788|Avg: $397

81%

#55

Opteron 6344

MSRP: $415|Avg: $49

77%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 5 PRO 2400GE

#35

Ryzen 5 9600X

MSRP: $279|Avg: $178

108%

#36

Ryzen 7 3800X

MSRP: $399|Avg: $140

106%

#37

Ryzen 3 5300G

MSRP: $130|Avg: $80

105%

#38

Ryzen 9 7900X

MSRP: $549|Avg: $316

104%

#39

Ryzen 5 5600X

MSRP: $299|Avg: $135

104%

#40

Core i5-14600KF

MSRP: $304|Avg: $239

104%

#41

Ryzen 7 5800

MSRP: $349|Avg: $160

103%

#42

Core i3-14100F

MSRP: $109|Avg: $96

103%

#43

Ryzen 7 3700X

MSRP: $329|Avg: $140

103%

#44

Ryzen 5 7600X

MSRP: $299|Avg: $178

102%

#45

Ryzen 3 3100

MSRP: $99|Avg: $75

102%

#46

Core i5-13490F

MSRP: $235|Avg: $170

101%

#47

Ryzen 5 5600F

MSRP: $99|Avg: $129

101%

#48

Ryzen 9 PRO 3900

MSRP: $499|Avg: $200

100%

#49

Ryzen 3 4300GE

MSRP: $94|Avg: $72

100%

#50

Ryzen 5 PRO 2400GE

MSRP: $169|Avg: $50

100%

#51

Core Ultra 5 225

MSRP: $240|Avg: $200

100%

#52

Core i5-11500

MSRP: $192|Avg: $110

100%

#53

Core i3-12100F

MSRP: $97|Avg: $90

100%

#54

Core Ultra 7 265

MSRP: $384|Avg: $320

100%

#55

Ryzen 7 5800X

MSRP: $449|Avg: $180

99%

#56

Core i5-11400F

MSRP: $157|Avg: $110

99%

#57

Ryzen 7 5700G

MSRP: $359|Avg: $160

98%

#58

Ryzen 7 5700X

MSRP: $299|Avg: $175

98%

#59

Core i5-9500

MSRP: $192|Avg: $65

97%

#60

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX

MSRP: $429|Avg: $450

96%

#61

Core i9-9960X

MSRP: $1684|Avg: $200

96%

#62

Core Ultra 5 225T

MSRP: $240|Avg: $180

96%

#63

Ryzen 3 3300X

MSRP: $120|Avg: $90

96%

#64

Core i5-12600K

MSRP: $289|Avg: $185

96%

#65

Core Ultra 5 235

MSRP: $257|Avg: $269

95%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

About PassMark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Generational Difference: This comparison involves processors from different technological eras. The Ryzen 5 PRO 2400GE (2018) utilizes 14 nm technology and DDR4-2933, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Opteron 6348	Ryzen 5 PRO 2400GE
Gaming	❌ Lower gaming performance	✅ Superior gaming performance
Workstation	✅ Better multi-core power	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks
Price	⚠️ Higher cost ($287)	✅ More affordable ($50)
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Abu Dhabi (2012) / 32 nm)	✨ Modern (Raven Ridge (2017−2019) / 14 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Opteron 6348 (2012) relies on 32 nm technology and DDR3, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Opteron 6348	Ryzen 5 PRO 2400GE
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	✅ Better overall value (+469%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️ Higher cost ($287)	✅ More affordable ($50)

Performance Check

Paired with RTX 4090

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.

Opteron 6348 Benchmark Check

Ryzen 5 PRO 2400GE Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Opteron 6348 and Ryzen 5 PRO 2400GE

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.

Ryzen 5 PRO 2400GE

The Ryzen 5 PRO 2400GE is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 10 May 2018 (7 years ago). It is based on the Raven Ridge (2017−2019) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.2 GHz, with boost up to 3.8 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2933. Passmark benchmark score: 7,787 points. Launch price was $149.

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Processing Power

The Opteron 6348 packs 12 cores / 12 threads, while the Ryzen 5 PRO 2400GE offers 4 cores / 8 threads — the Opteron 6348 has 8 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.4 GHz on the Opteron 6348 versus 3.8 GHz on the Ryzen 5 PRO 2400GE — a 11.1% clock advantage for the Ryzen 5 PRO 2400GE (base: 2.8 GHz vs 3.2 GHz). The Opteron 6348 uses the Abu Dhabi (2012) architecture (32 nm), while the Ryzen 5 PRO 2400GE uses Raven Ridge (2017−2019) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Opteron 6348 scores 7,850 against the Ryzen 5 PRO 2400GE's 7,787 — a 0.8% lead for the Opteron 6348. L3 cache: 8 MB (total) on the Opteron 6348 vs 4 MB (total) on the Ryzen 5 PRO 2400GE.

Feature	Opteron 6348	Ryzen 5 PRO 2400GE
Cores / Threads	12 / 12+200%	4 / 8
Boost Clock	3.4 GHz	3.8 GHz+12%
Base Clock	2.8 GHz	3.2 GHz+14%
L3 Cache	8 MB (total)+100%	4 MB (total)
L2 Cache	12 MB+2300%	512 kB (per core)
Process	32 nm	14 nm-56%
Architecture	Abu Dhabi (2012)	Raven Ridge (2017−2019)
PassMark	7,850	7,787

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Memory & Platform

The Opteron 6348 uses the G34 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Ryzen 5 PRO 2400GE uses AM4 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.

Feature	Opteron 6348	Ryzen 5 PRO 2400GE
Socket	G34	AM4
PCIe Generation	PCIe 2.0	PCIe 3.0+50%

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Value Analysis

The Opteron 6348 launched at $575 MSRP, while the Ryzen 5 PRO 2400GE debuted at $169. At current prices ($287 vs $50), the Ryzen 5 PRO 2400GE is $237 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Opteron 6348 delivers 27.4 pts/$ vs 155.7 pts/$ for the Ryzen 5 PRO 2400GE — making the Ryzen 5 PRO 2400GE the 140.2% better value option.