Opteron 6380 vs Ryzen 5 3600
Opteron 6380
Ryzen 5 3600
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 6380 is positioned at rank #803 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower 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 6380
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 5 3600
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Opteron 6380 | Ryzen 5 3600 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($111) | ✅ More affordable ($80) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Abu Dhabi (2012) / 32 nm) | ✨ Modern (Matisse (2019−2020) / 7 nm, 12 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Opteron 6380 | Ryzen 5 3600 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+267%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($111) | ✅ 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 6380 and Ryzen 5 3600
Opteron 6380
The Opteron 6380 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 2.5 GHz, with boost up to 3.4 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: 6,687 points. Launch price was $1,150.
Ryzen 5 3600
The Ryzen 5 3600 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 7 July 2019 (6 years ago). It is based on the Matisse (2019−2020) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 3.6 GHz, with boost up to 4.2 GHz. L3 cache: 32 MB (total). L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 7 nm, 12 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4 Dual-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 17,685 points. Launch price was $199.
Processing Power
The Opteron 6380 packs 16 cores / 16 threads, while the Ryzen 5 3600 offers 6 cores / 12 threads — the Opteron 6380 has 10 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.4 GHz on the Opteron 6380 versus 4.2 GHz on the Ryzen 5 3600 — a 21.1% clock advantage for the Ryzen 5 3600 (base: 2.5 GHz vs 3.6 GHz). The Opteron 6380 uses the Abu Dhabi (2012) architecture (32 nm), while the Ryzen 5 3600 uses Matisse (2019−2020) (7 nm, 12 nm). In PassMark, the Opteron 6380 scores 6,687 against the Ryzen 5 3600's 17,685 — a 90.3% lead for the Ryzen 5 3600. L3 cache: 8 MB (total) on the Opteron 6380 vs 32 MB (total) on the Ryzen 5 3600.
| Feature | Opteron 6380 | Ryzen 5 3600 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 16 / 16+167% | 6 / 12 |
| Boost Clock | 3.4 GHz | 4.2 GHz+24% |
| Base Clock | 2.5 GHz | 3.6 GHz+44% |
| L3 Cache | 8 MB (total) | 32 MB (total)+300% |
| L2 Cache | 16 MB+3100% | 512K (per core) |
| Process | 32 nm | 7 nm, 12 nm-78% |
| Architecture | Abu Dhabi (2012) | Matisse (2019−2020) |
| PassMark | 6,687 | 17,685+164% |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 9,500 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 1,295 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 1,898 |
Memory & Platform
The Opteron 6380 uses the G34 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Ryzen 5 3600 uses AM4 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Opteron 6380 | Ryzen 5 3600 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | G34 | AM4 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 4.0+100% |
| Max RAM Speed | — | DDR4-3200 |
| Max RAM Capacity | — | 128 GB |
| RAM Channels | — | 2 |
| ECC Support | — | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | — | 24 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: not specified (Opteron 6380) / Yes (Ryzen 5 3600). Primary use case: Ryzen 5 3600 targets Gaming/Budget Workstation. Direct competitor: Ryzen 5 3600 rivals Core i5-10400.
| Feature | Opteron 6380 | Ryzen 5 3600 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | — | No |
| Unlocked | — | Yes |
| AVX-512 | — | No |
| Virtualization | — | Yes |
| Target Use | — | Gaming/Budget Workstation |
Value Analysis
The Opteron 6380 launched at $551 MSRP, while the Ryzen 5 3600 debuted at $199. At current prices ($111 vs $80), the Ryzen 5 3600 is $31 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Opteron 6380 delivers 60.2 pts/$ vs 221.1 pts/$ for the Ryzen 5 3600 — making the Ryzen 5 3600 the 114.3% better value option.
| Feature | Opteron 6380 | Ryzen 5 3600 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $551 | $199-64% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $111 | $80-28% |
| Performance per Dollar | 60.2 | 221.1+267% |
| Release Date | 2012 | 2019 |
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