Opteron 6376 vs Core i7-4860EQ
Opteron 6376
Core i7-4860EQ
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 6376 is positioned at rank 63 and the Core i7-4860EQ is on rank 1021, so the Opteron 6376 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Opteron 6376
Performance Per Dollar Core i7-4860EQ
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Opteron 6376 | Core i7-4860EQ |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | Balanced gaming performance | Balanced gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($703) | ✅ More affordable ($80) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Abu Dhabi (2012) / 32 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Crystalwell (2013−2014) / 22 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Opteron 6376 | Core i7-4860EQ |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+769%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($703) | ✅ More affordable ($80) |
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 6376 and Core i7-4860EQ
Opteron 6376
The Opteron 6376 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 16 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 2.3 GHz, with boost up to 3.2 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 16 MB. Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: G34. Thermal design power (TDP): 115 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 5,572 points. Launch price was $750.
Core i7-4860EQ
The Core i7-4860EQ is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 29 August 2013 (12 years ago). It is based on the Crystalwell (2013−2014) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 1.8 GHz, with boost up to 3.2 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1364. Thermal design power (TDP): 47 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 5,508 points. Launch price was $149.
Processing Power
The Opteron 6376 packs 16 cores / 16 threads, while the Core i7-4860EQ offers 4 cores / 8 threads — the Opteron 6376 has 12 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.2 GHz on the Opteron 6376 versus 3.2 GHz on the Core i7-4860EQ — identical boost frequencies (base: 2.3 GHz vs 1.8 GHz). The Opteron 6376 uses the Abu Dhabi (2012) architecture (32 nm), while the Core i7-4860EQ uses Crystalwell (2013−2014) (22 nm). In PassMark, the Opteron 6376 scores 5,572 against the Core i7-4860EQ's 5,508 — a 1.2% lead for the Opteron 6376. Both processors carry 8 MB (total) of L3 cache.
| Feature | Opteron 6376 | Core i7-4860EQ |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 16 / 16+300% | 4 / 8 |
| Boost Clock | 3.2 GHz | 3.2 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.3 GHz+28% | 1.8 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 8 MB (total) | 8 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 16 MB+6300% | 256K (per core) |
| Process | 32 nm | 22 nm-31% |
| Architecture | Abu Dhabi (2012) | Crystalwell (2013−2014) |
| PassMark | 5,572+1% | 5,508 |
Memory & Platform
The Opteron 6376 uses the G34 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Core i7-4860EQ uses BGA1364 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Opteron 6376 | Core i7-4860EQ |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | G34 | BGA1364 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 3.0+50% |
Value Analysis
The Opteron 6376 launched at $703 MSRP, while the Core i7-4860EQ debuted at $434.
| Feature | Opteron 6376 | Core i7-4860EQ |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $703 | $434-38% |
| Avg Price (30d) | — | $80 |
| Release Date | 2012 | 2014 |
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