Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G vs Opteron 6278

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.

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

Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G

#1

Ryzen 9 7950X

MSRP: $194|Avg: $20

1357%

#2

Core i9-10900T

MSRP: $120|Avg: $5

1282%

#3

Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE

MSRP: $423|Avg: $5

931%

#4

Ryzen Threadripper 3960X

MSRP: $1399|Avg: $85

280%

#5

Ryzen 9 9950X

MSRP: $649|Avg: $129

222%

#6

Ryzen 5 8400F

MSRP: $303|Avg: $55

194%

#7

Ryzen 7 PRO 2700

MSRP: $299|Avg: $60

111%

#8

Ryzen 5 2600X

MSRP: $229|Avg: $55

110%

#9

Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G

MSRP: $150|Avg: $60

100%

#10

Core Ultra 5 245KF

MSRP: $294|Avg: $189

100%

#11

Ryzen 5 5500

MSRP: $159|Avg: $85

99%

#12

Ryzen 5 3600

MSRP: $199|Avg: $80

96%

#13

Core i3-9100E

MSRP: $202|Avg: $30

95%

#14

Core Ultra 5 245K

MSRP: $319|Avg: $200

94%

#15

Core i3-8300T

MSRP: $138|Avg: $25

94%

#16

Core Ultra 5 225F

MSRP: $231|Avg: $150

92%

#17

Core Ultra 7 265K

MSRP: $309|Avg: $285

90%

#18

Ryzen 9 3900

MSRP: $499|Avg: $150

89%

#19

Ryzen 5 3600X

MSRP: $249|Avg: $90

88%

#20

Core i7-14700KF

MSRP: $384|Avg: $260

87%

#21

Core i7-14700K

MSRP: $409|Avg: $270

84%

#22

Ryzen 5 4500

MSRP: $129|Avg: $85

82%

#23

Ryzen 5 5600

MSRP: $199|Avg: $115

82%

#24

Celeron G5925

MSRP: $62|Avg: $15

81%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Opteron 6278

#182

EPYC Embedded 8224P

MSRP: $855|Avg: $1048

104%

#187

Xeon Gold 5520+

MSRP: $1083|Avg: $764

103%

#188

EPYC 8124P

MSRP: $639|Avg: $639

103%

#196

Xeon 6515P

MSRP: $740|Avg: $886

100%

#197

Opteron 6278

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#201

Xeon Gold 6248R

MSRP: $2700|Avg: N/A

100%

#210

EPYC 8224P

MSRP: $855|Avg: $1048

97%

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 3 PRO 5350G (2021) utilizes 7 nm technology and DDR4-3200, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G	Opteron 6278
Gaming	✅ Superior gaming performance	❌ Lower gaming performance
Workstation	✅ Better multi-core power	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks
Price	⚠️ Higher cost ($60)	✅ More affordable ($0)
Longevity	✨ Modern (Cezanne (2021−2025) / 7 nm)	🛑 Legacy (Interlagos (2011−2012) / 32 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Opteron 6278 (2012) relies on 32 nm technology and DDR3, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G	Opteron 6278
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	⚠️ Higher cost ($60)	✅ More affordable ($0)

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.

Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G Benchmark Check

Opteron 6278 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G and Opteron 6278

Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G

The Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 1 June 2021 (4 years ago). It is based on the Cezanne (2021−2025) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 4 GHz, with boost up to 4.2 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB. L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 7 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 13,787 points. Launch price was $149.

Opteron 6278

The Opteron 6278 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 1 May 2012 (13 years ago). It is based on the Interlagos (2011−2012) architecture. It features 16 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 2.4 GHz, with boost up to 3.3 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 2 MB (per module). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: G34. Thermal design power (TDP): 115 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 13,733 points. Launch price was $988.

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Processing Power

The Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G packs 4 cores / 8 threads, while the Opteron 6278 offers 16 cores / 16 threads — the Opteron 6278 has 12 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.2 GHz on the Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G versus 3.3 GHz on the Opteron 6278 — a 24% clock advantage for the Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G (base: 4 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G uses the Cezanne (2021−2025) architecture (7 nm), while the Opteron 6278 uses Interlagos (2011−2012) (32 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G scores 13,787 against the Opteron 6278's 13,733 — a 0.4% lead for the Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G. L3 cache: 8 MB on the Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G vs 8 MB (total) on the Opteron 6278.

Feature	Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G	Opteron 6278
Cores / Threads	4 / 8	16 / 16+300%
Boost Clock	4.2 GHz+27%	3.3 GHz
Base Clock	4 GHz+67%	2.4 GHz
L3 Cache	8 MB	8 MB (total)
L2 Cache	512K (per core)	2 MB (per module)+300%
Process	7 nm-78%	32 nm
Architecture	Cezanne (2021−2025)	Interlagos (2011−2012)
PassMark	13,787	13,733

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Memory & Platform

The Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G uses the AM4 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Opteron 6278 uses G34 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.