CPU
GPU
Opteron 6386 SE
Core i7-8809G
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 6386 SE is positioned at rank 33 and the Core i7-8809G is on rank 904, so the Opteron 6386 SE offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Opteron 6386 SE
Performance Per Dollar Core i7-8809G
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Opteron 6386 SE | Core i7-8809G |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($880) | ✅ More affordable ($450) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Abu Dhabi (2012) / 32 nm) | ✨ Modern (Kaby Lake G (2018) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Opteron 6386 SE | Core i7-8809G |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+99%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($880) | ✅ More affordable ($450) |
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 6386 SE and Core i7-8809G
Opteron 6386 SE
The Opteron 6386 SE 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 2.8 GHz, with boost up to 3.5 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 16 MB. Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: G34. Thermal design power (TDP): 140 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 8,291 points. Launch price was $2,408.
Core i7-8809G
The Core i7-8809G is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 February 2018 (7 years ago). It is based on the Kaby Lake G (2018) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.1 GHz, with boost up to 4.2 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA2270. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2400. Passmark benchmark score: 8,448 points. Launch price was $149.
Processing Power
The Opteron 6386 SE packs 16 cores / 16 threads, while the Core i7-8809G offers 4 cores / 8 threads — the Opteron 6386 SE has 12 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.5 GHz on the Opteron 6386 SE versus 4.2 GHz on the Core i7-8809G — a 18.2% clock advantage for the Core i7-8809G (base: 2.8 GHz vs 3.1 GHz). The Opteron 6386 SE uses the Abu Dhabi (2012) architecture (32 nm), while the Core i7-8809G uses Kaby Lake G (2018) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Opteron 6386 SE scores 8,291 against the Core i7-8809G's 8,448 — a 1.9% lead for the Core i7-8809G. Both processors carry 8 MB (total) of L3 cache.
| Feature | Opteron 6386 SE | Core i7-8809G |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 16 / 16+300% | 4 / 8 |
| Boost Clock | 3.5 GHz | 4.2 GHz+20% |
| Base Clock | 2.8 GHz | 3.1 GHz+11% |
| L3 Cache | 8 MB (total) | 8 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 16 MB+6300% | 256K (per core) |
| Process | 32 nm | 14 nm-56% |
| Architecture | Abu Dhabi (2012) | Kaby Lake G (2018) |
| PassMark | 8,291 | 8,448+2% |
Memory & Platform
The Opteron 6386 SE uses the G34 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Core i7-8809G uses FCBGA2270 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Opteron 6386 SE | Core i7-8809G |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | G34 | FCBGA2270 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 3.0+50% |
Value Analysis
The Opteron 6386 SE launched at $1392 MSRP, while the Core i7-8809G debuted at $450. At current prices ($880 vs $450), the Core i7-8809G is $430 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Opteron 6386 SE delivers 9.4 pts/$ vs 18.8 pts/$ for the Core i7-8809G — making the Core i7-8809G the 66.3% better value option.
| Feature | Opteron 6386 SE | Core i7-8809G |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $1392 | $450-68% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $880 | $450-49% |
| Performance per Dollar | 9.4 | 18.8+100% |
| Release Date | 2012 | 2018 |
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