CPU
GPU
Xeon E5-4617
Opteron 6276
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 Xeon E5-4617 is positioned at rank 144 and the Opteron 6276 is on rank 53, so the Opteron 6276 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Xeon E5-4617
Performance Per Dollar Opteron 6276
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon E5-4617 | Opteron 6276 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($35) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($397) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Sandy Bridge-EP (2012) / 32 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Interlagos (2011−2012) / 32 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon E5-4617 | Opteron 6276 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+1025%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($35) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($397) |
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 Xeon E5-4617 and Opteron 6276
Xeon E5-4617
The Xeon E5-4617 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 14 May 2012 (13 years ago). It is based on the Sandy Bridge-EP (2012) architecture. It features 6 cores and 6 threads. Base frequency is 2.9 GHz, with boost up to 3.4 GHz. L3 cache: 15360 kB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: LGA2011. Thermal design power (TDP): 130 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 6,298 points. Launch price was $90.
Opteron 6276
The Opteron 6276 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 14 November 2011 (14 years ago). It is based on the Interlagos (2011−2012) architecture. It features 16 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 2.3 GHz, with boost up to 3.2 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: 6,348 points. Launch price was $119.
Processing Power
The Xeon E5-4617 packs 6 cores / 6 threads, while the Opteron 6276 offers 16 cores / 16 threads — the Opteron 6276 has 10 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.4 GHz on the Xeon E5-4617 versus 3.2 GHz on the Opteron 6276 — a 6.1% clock advantage for the Xeon E5-4617 (base: 2.9 GHz vs 2.3 GHz). The Xeon E5-4617 uses the Sandy Bridge-EP (2012) architecture (32 nm), while the Opteron 6276 uses Interlagos (2011−2012) (32 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon E5-4617 scores 6,298 against the Opteron 6276's 6,348 — a 0.8% lead for the Opteron 6276. L3 cache: 15360 kB (total) on the Xeon E5-4617 vs 8 MB (total) on the Opteron 6276.
| Feature | Xeon E5-4617 | Opteron 6276 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 6 / 6 | 16 / 16+167% |
| Boost Clock | 3.4 GHz+6% | 3.2 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.9 GHz+26% | 2.3 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 15360 kB (total)+88% | 8 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 256 kB (per core) | 2 MB (per module)+700% |
| Process | 32 nm | 32 nm |
| Architecture | Sandy Bridge-EP (2012) | Interlagos (2011−2012) |
| PassMark | 6,298 | 6,348 |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon E5-4617 uses the LGA2011 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Opteron 6276 uses G34 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Xeon E5-4617 | Opteron 6276 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA2011 | G34 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 2.0 |
Value Analysis
The Xeon E5-4617 launched at $90 MSRP, while the Opteron 6276 debuted at $788. At current prices ($35 vs $397), the Xeon E5-4617 is $362 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon E5-4617 delivers 179.9 pts/$ vs 16.0 pts/$ for the Opteron 6276 — making the Xeon E5-4617 the 167.4% better value option.
| Feature | Xeon E5-4617 | Opteron 6276 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $90-89% | $788 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $35-91% | $397 |
| Performance per Dollar | 179.9+1024% | 16.0 |
| Release Date | 2012 | 2011 |
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