Opteron 6380 vs Ryzen 5 5600X

Opteron 6380

16 Cores16 Thrd115 WWMax: 3.4 GHz2012

Ryzen 5 5600X

6 Cores12 Thrd65 WWMax: 4.6 GHz2020

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Opteron 6380

16 / 16

6,687

0.0%

Ryzen Threadripper 3970X

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7965WX

Ryzen 5 5600X

6 / 12

21,845

+226.7%

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX

Ryzen Threadripper 9960X

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.

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 6380

Xeon Platinum 8454H

MSRP: $6540|Avg: N/A

17119%

Xeon Gold 6240R

MSRP: $2444|Avg: N/A

3232%

#10

Xeon 6337P

MSRP: $60|Avg: $5

2872%

#15

EPYC 9174F

MSRP: $194|Avg: $30

2218%

#460

Xeon Gold 6242R

MSRP: $2977|Avg: $779

100%

#460

Xeon E5-2686 V3

MSRP: $1500|Avg: $160

100%

#462

Xeon W-2175

MSRP: $1947|Avg: $180

99%

#463

EPYC 75F3

MSRP: $5383|Avg: $2799

99%

#464

Xeon W-3375

MSRP: $4951|Avg: $6000

98%

#466

Xeon Platinum 8358

MSRP: $4607|Avg: $3145

97%

#803

Opteron 6380

MSRP: $551|Avg: $111

100%

#812

Xeon E3-1220L

MSRP: $189|Avg: $27

99%

#814

Xeon X3450

MSRP: $241|Avg: $39

98%

#817

Xeon W3680

MSRP: $594|Avg: $26

97%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 5 5600X

#24

Celeron G5925

MSRP: $62|Avg: $15

116%

#25

Ryzen 5 7500F

MSRP: $179|Avg: $145

114%

#26

Core Ultra 5 245

MSRP: $319|Avg: $220

113%

#27

Ryzen 7 2700

MSRP: $299|Avg: $86

112%

#28

Core Ultra 7 265KF

MSRP: $379|Avg: $323

112%

#29

Core Ultra 7 265F

MSRP: $369|Avg: $276

110%

#30

Core i5-12400F

MSRP: $174|Avg: $110

110%

#31

Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G

MSRP: $130|Avg: $80

108%

#32

Ryzen 7 2700X

MSRP: $329|Avg: $100

108%

#33

Core i3-10100F

MSRP: $88|Avg: $50

108%

#34

Ryzen 5 7400F

MSRP: $150|Avg: $147

107%

#35

Ryzen 5 9600X

MSRP: $279|Avg: $178

104%

#36

Ryzen 7 3800X

MSRP: $399|Avg: $140

102%

#37

Ryzen 3 5300G

MSRP: $130|Avg: $80

101%

#38

Ryzen 9 7900X

MSRP: $549|Avg: $316

100%

#39

Ryzen 5 5600X

MSRP: $299|Avg: $135

100%

#40

Core i5-14600KF

MSRP: $304|Avg: $239

100%

#41

Ryzen 7 5800

MSRP: $349|Avg: $160

99%

#42

Core i3-14100F

MSRP: $109|Avg: $96

99%

#43

Ryzen 7 3700X

MSRP: $329|Avg: $140

99%

#44

Ryzen 5 7600X

MSRP: $299|Avg: $178

98%

#45

Ryzen 3 3100

MSRP: $99|Avg: $75

98%

#46

Core i5-13490F

MSRP: $235|Avg: $170

97%

#47

Ryzen 5 5600F

MSRP: $99|Avg: $129

97%

#48

Ryzen 9 PRO 3900

MSRP: $499|Avg: $200

97%

#49

Ryzen 3 4300GE

MSRP: $94|Avg: $72

96%

#50

Ryzen 5 PRO 2400GE

MSRP: $169|Avg: $50

96%

#51

Core Ultra 5 225

MSRP: $240|Avg: $200

96%

#52

Core i5-11500

MSRP: $192|Avg: $110

96%

#53

Core i3-12100F

MSRP: $97|Avg: $90

96%

#54

Core Ultra 7 265

MSRP: $384|Avg: $320

96%

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 5600X (2020) utilizes 7 nm, 12 nm technology and DDR4, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Opteron 6380	Ryzen 5 5600X
Gaming	❌ Lower gaming performance	✅ Superior gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	✅ More affordable ($111)	⚠️ Higher cost ($135)
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Abu Dhabi (2012) / 32 nm)	✨ Modern (Vermeer (Zen 3) (2020−2022) / 7 nm, 12 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Opteron 6380 (2012) relies on 32 nm technology and DDR3, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Opteron 6380	Ryzen 5 5600X
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	✅ Better overall value (+169%)
Upfront Cost	✅ More affordable ($111)	⚠️ Higher cost ($135)

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 6380 Benchmark Check

Ryzen 5 5600X Benchmark Check

Check FPS for your specific build

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Opteron 6380 and Ryzen 5 5600X

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 5600X

The Ryzen 5 5600X is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 5 November 2020 (5 years ago). It is based on the Vermeer (Zen 3) (2020−2022) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 3.7 GHz, with boost up to 4.6 GHz. L3 cache: 32 MB. L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 7 nm, 12 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 21,845 points. Launch price was $299.

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Processing Power

The Opteron 6380 packs 16 cores / 16 threads, while the Ryzen 5 5600X offers 6 cores / 12 threads — the Opteron 6380 has 10 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.4 GHz on the Opteron 6380 versus 4.6 GHz on the Ryzen 5 5600X — a 30% clock advantage for the Ryzen 5 5600X (base: 2.5 GHz vs 3.7 GHz). The Opteron 6380 uses the Abu Dhabi (2012) architecture (32 nm), while the Ryzen 5 5600X uses Vermeer (Zen 3) (2020−2022) (7 nm, 12 nm). In PassMark, the Opteron 6380 scores 6,687 against the Ryzen 5 5600X's 21,845 — a 106.3% lead for the Ryzen 5 5600X. L3 cache: 8 MB (total) on the Opteron 6380 vs 32 MB on the Ryzen 5 5600X.

Feature	Opteron 6380	Ryzen 5 5600X
Cores / Threads	16 / 16+167%	6 / 12
Boost Clock	3.4 GHz	4.6 GHz+35%
Base Clock	2.5 GHz	3.7 GHz+48%
L3 Cache	8 MB (total)	32 MB+300%
L2 Cache	16 MB+3100%	512K (per core)
Process	32 nm	7 nm, 12 nm-78%
Architecture	Abu Dhabi (2012)	Vermeer (Zen 3) (2020−2022)
PassMark	6,687	21,845+227%

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Memory & Platform

The Opteron 6380 uses the G34 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Ryzen 5 5600X uses AM4 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.

Feature	Opteron 6380	Ryzen 5 5600X
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

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Advanced Features

Virtualization: not specified (Opteron 6380) / AMD-V (Ryzen 5 5600X). Primary use case: Ryzen 5 5600X targets Desktop.

Feature	Opteron 6380	Ryzen 5 5600X
Integrated GPU	—	No
Unlocked	—	Yes
AVX-512	—	No
Virtualization	—	AMD-V
Target Use	—	Desktop

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Value Analysis

The Opteron 6380 launched at $551 MSRP, while the Ryzen 5 5600X debuted at $299. At current prices ($111 vs $135), the Opteron 6380 is $24 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Opteron 6380 delivers 60.2 pts/$ vs 161.8 pts/$ for the Ryzen 5 5600X — making the Ryzen 5 5600X the 91.5% better value option.