Ryzen 5 5600X vs Opteron 3380

Ryzen 5 5600X

6 Cores12 Thrd65 WWMax: 4.6 GHz2020

Opteron 3380

8 Cores8 Thrd65 WWMax: 3.6 GHz2012

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Ryzen 5 5600X

6 / 12

21,845

+401.3%

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX

Ryzen Threadripper 9960X

Opteron 3380

8 / 8

4,358

0.0%

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7965WX

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.

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 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 Per Dollar Opteron 3380

Xeon Platinum 8454H

MSRP: $6540|Avg: N/A

1908%

Xeon Gold 6240R

MSRP: $2444|Avg: N/A

360%

#10

Xeon 6337P

MSRP: $60|Avg: $5

320%

#15

EPYC 9174F

MSRP: $194|Avg: $30

247%

#64

EPYC 4344P

MSRP: $329|Avg: $314

99%

#65

EPYC 4364P

MSRP: $399|Avg: $334

94%

#66

EPYC 4585PX

MSRP: $699|Avg: $826

93%

#67

EPYC 4545P

MSRP: $549|Avg: $595

91%

#79

Opteron 3380

MSRP: $229|Avg: $427

100%

#82

Xeon W-10855M

MSRP: $118|Avg: $43

95%

#85

Opteron 6234

MSRP: $377|Avg: $141

93%

#86

Xeon E7330

MSRP: $64|Avg: $60

93%

#88

Opteron 6212

MSRP: $266|Avg: N/A

91%

#90

Opteron 4334

MSRP: $204|Avg: $130

91%

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	Ryzen 5 5600X	Opteron 3380
Gaming	❌ Lower gaming performance	✅ Superior gaming performance
Workstation	✅ Better multi-core power	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks
Price	✅ More affordable ($135)	⚠️ Higher cost ($427)
Longevity	✨ Modern (Vermeer (Zen 3) (2020−2022) / 7 nm, 12 nm)	🛑 Legacy (Delhi (2012−2013) / 32 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Opteron 3380 (2012) relies on 32 nm technology and DDR3, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Ryzen 5 5600X	Opteron 3380
Cost Efficiency	✅ Better overall value (+1485%)	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅ More affordable ($135)	⚠️ Higher cost ($427)

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 5 5600X Benchmark Check

Opteron 3380 Benchmark Check

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Ryzen 5 5600X and Opteron 3380

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.

Opteron 3380

The Opteron 3380 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2015-01-01. It is based on the Delhi (2012−2013) architecture. It features 8 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 2.6 GHz, with boost up to 3.6 GHz. L3 cache: 8192 kB (total). L2 cache: 8192 kB. Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: AM3+. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 4,358 points. Launch price was $800.

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Processing Power

The Ryzen 5 5600X packs 6 cores / 12 threads, while the Opteron 3380 offers 8 cores / 8 threads — the Opteron 3380 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.6 GHz on the Ryzen 5 5600X versus 3.6 GHz on the Opteron 3380 — a 24.4% clock advantage for the Ryzen 5 5600X (base: 3.7 GHz vs 2.6 GHz). The Ryzen 5 5600X uses the Vermeer (Zen 3) (2020−2022) architecture (7 nm, 12 nm), while the Opteron 3380 uses Delhi (2012−2013) (32 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen 5 5600X scores 21,845 against the Opteron 3380's 4,358 — a 133.5% lead for the Ryzen 5 5600X. L3 cache: 32 MB on the Ryzen 5 5600X vs 8192 kB (total) on the Opteron 3380.

Feature	Ryzen 5 5600X	Opteron 3380
Cores / Threads	6 / 12	8 / 8+33%
Boost Clock	4.6 GHz+28%	3.6 GHz
Base Clock	3.7 GHz+42%	2.6 GHz
L3 Cache	32 MB+300%	8192 kB (total)
L2 Cache	512K (per core)	8192 kB+1500%
Process	7 nm, 12 nm-78%	32 nm
Architecture	Vermeer (Zen 3) (2020−2022)	Delhi (2012−2013)
PassMark	21,845+401%	4,358

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Memory & Platform

The Ryzen 5 5600X uses the AM4 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Opteron 3380 uses AM3+ (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.

Feature	Ryzen 5 5600X	Opteron 3380
Socket	AM4	AM3+
PCIe Generation	PCIe 4.0+100%	PCIe 2.0
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: AMD-V (Ryzen 5 5600X) / not specified (Opteron 3380). Primary use case: Ryzen 5 5600X targets Desktop.

Feature	Ryzen 5 5600X	Opteron 3380
Integrated GPU	No	—
Unlocked	Yes	—
AVX-512	No	—
Virtualization	AMD-V	—
Target Use	Desktop	—

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Value Analysis

The Ryzen 5 5600X launched at $299 MSRP, while the Opteron 3380 debuted at $229. At current prices ($135 vs $427), the Ryzen 5 5600X is $292 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Ryzen 5 5600X delivers 161.8 pts/$ vs 10.2 pts/$ for the Opteron 3380 — making the Ryzen 5 5600X the 176.3% better value option.