Ryzen Embedded R2312 vs Opteron 4334
Ryzen Embedded R2312
Opteron 4334
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Ryzen Embedded R2312
Performance Per Dollar Opteron 4334
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Ryzen Embedded R2312 | Opteron 4334 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($150) | ✅ More affordable ($130) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Picasso (2019−2022) / 12 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Seoul (2012) / 32 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Ryzen Embedded R2312 | Opteron 4334 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+15%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($150) | ✅ More affordable ($130) |
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 Ryzen Embedded R2312 and Opteron 4334
Ryzen Embedded R2312
The Ryzen Embedded R2312 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 21 June 2022 (3 years ago). It is based on the Picasso (2019−2022) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.7 GHz, with boost up to 3.5 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 12 nm process technology. Socket: FP5. Thermal design power (TDP): 15 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 3,952 points. Launch price was $69.
Opteron 4334
The Opteron 4334 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2015-01-01. It is based on the Seoul (2012) architecture. It features 6 cores and 6 threads. Base frequency is 3.1 GHz, with boost up to 3.5 GHz. L3 cache: 8192 kB (total). L2 cache: 6144 kB. Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: C32. Thermal design power (TDP): 95 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 3,949 points. Launch price was $800.
Processing Power
The Ryzen Embedded R2312 packs 2 cores / 4 threads, while the Opteron 4334 offers 6 cores / 6 threads — the Opteron 4334 has 4 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.5 GHz on the Ryzen Embedded R2312 versus 3.5 GHz on the Opteron 4334 — identical boost frequencies (base: 2.7 GHz vs 3.1 GHz). The Ryzen Embedded R2312 uses the Picasso (2019−2022) architecture (12 nm), while the Opteron 4334 uses Seoul (2012) (32 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen Embedded R2312 scores 3,952 against the Opteron 4334's 3,949 — a 0.1% lead for the Ryzen Embedded R2312. L3 cache: 4 MB (total) on the Ryzen Embedded R2312 vs 8192 kB (total) on the Opteron 4334.
| Feature | Ryzen Embedded R2312 | Opteron 4334 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 4 | 6 / 6+200% |
| Boost Clock | 3.5 GHz | 3.5 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.7 GHz | 3.1 GHz+15% |
| L3 Cache | 4 MB (total) | 8192 kB (total)+100% |
| L2 Cache | 512 kB (per core) | 6144 kB+1100% |
| Process | 12 nm-63% | 32 nm |
| Architecture | Picasso (2019−2022) | Seoul (2012) |
| PassMark | 3,952 | 3,949 |
Memory & Platform
The Ryzen Embedded R2312 uses the FP5 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Opteron 4334 uses C32 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Ryzen Embedded R2312 | Opteron 4334 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FP5 | C32 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0+50% | PCIe 2.0 |
Value Analysis
The Ryzen Embedded R2312 launched at $150 MSRP, while the Opteron 4334 debuted at $204. At current prices ($150 vs $130), the Opteron 4334 is $20 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Ryzen Embedded R2312 delivers 26.3 pts/$ vs 30.4 pts/$ for the Opteron 4334 — making the Opteron 4334 the 14.2% better value option.
| Feature | Ryzen Embedded R2312 | Opteron 4334 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $150-26% | $204 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $150 | $130-13% |
| Performance per Dollar | 26.3 | 30.4+16% |
| Release Date | 2022 | 2012 |
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