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Overview

The Opteron 140 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in Setembro 2003 (22 years ago). It is based on the SledgeHammer (2003−2005) architecture. It features 1 cores and 1 threads. Max frequency: 1.4 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 1 MB. Built on 130 nm process technology. Socket: 940. Thermal design power (TDP): 85 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 428 points. Launch price was $596.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. The Opteron 140 is positioned at rank #849 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. 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 Opteron 140

Xeon Platinum 8454H

MSRP: $6540|Avg: N/A

19423%

Xeon Gold 6240R

MSRP: $2444|Avg: N/A

3667%

#10

Xeon 6337P

MSRP: $60|Avg: $5

3258%

#15

EPYC 9174F

MSRP: $194|Avg: $30

2517%

#479

EPYC 7763

MSRP: $7890|Avg: $1513

100%

#480

EPYC 9734

MSRP: $9600|Avg: $6598

100%

#481

Xeon Platinum 8160M

MSRP: $5000|Avg: $350

99%

#482

Xeon 6724P

MSRP: $3622|Avg: $3622

98%

#483

EPYC 9634

MSRP: $10304|Avg: $3949

98%

#484

EPYC 7773X

MSRP: $8800|Avg: $8800

97%

#849

Opteron 140

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#851

Xeon E5-2407

MSRP: $250|Avg: $25

99%

#856

Xeon 5120

MSRP: $107|Avg: $15

97%

#858

Xeon W3530

MSRP: $294|Avg: $10

97%

#860

Xeon W3520

MSRP: $284|Avg: $15

97%

#861

Xeon E3-1271 v3

MSRP: $727|Avg: $831

96%

#862

Xeon E5603

MSRP: $188|Avg: N/A

96%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Opteron 140 across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Opteron 140 specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Opteron 140 is a 1-core / 1-thread processor based on the SledgeHammer (2003−2005) architecture, manufactured on a 130 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 1.4 GHz— higher boost clocks directly translate to better single-threaded performance and responsiveness in gaming. It carries 0 kB of L3 cache, plus 1 MB of L2 cache and 128 kB of L1 cache per core. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 428, placing it in the Entry Level performance tier as a Legacy generation product.

Specification	Opteron 140
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units	1C / 1T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost	1.4 GHz
ArchitectureCPU microarchitecture design	SledgeHammer (2003−2005)
Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient	130 nm
L3 CacheShared cache — reduces memory latency for all cores	0 kB
L2 CachePer-core fast cache for frequently accessed data	1 MB
L1 CacheUltra-fast per-core cache	128 kB
Die SizePhysical silicon area of the processor	193 mm2
Transistor CountMore transistors = more capabilities	106 million
64-bit Support	Yes
Windows 11 Compatible	No
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score	428

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Memory & Platform

The Opteron 140 fits into the 940 socket and supports PCIe 2.0.

Specification	Opteron 140
TypeDesktop or Laptop processor	server
SocketMotherboard socket required	940
PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidth	PCIe 2.0
Max CPUs in ConfigMulti-socket support for servers	1

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Power & Cooling

The Opteron 140 has a rated TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 85 Watt — this indicates the amount of heat generated under sustained load and determines what cooling solution is needed.

Specification	Opteron 140
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload	85 Watt

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Value Analysis

It currently holds Rank #849 in the overall cost-benefit ranking — this ranking factors in performance-per-dollar relative to all available processors. Performance ranking position: #3451 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Opteron 140
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$596
Cost-Benefit RankPosition in overall value ranking	#849
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#3451
Release DateLaunch date	Setembro 2003 (22 years ago)
Release Year	2003
DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD)	AMD