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Overview

The Opteron 146 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: 2 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 1 MB. Built on 130 nm process technology. Socket: 940. Thermal design power (TDP): 89 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 505 points. Launch price was $60.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. The Opteron 146 is positioned at rank #789 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 146

Xeon Platinum 8454H

MSRP: $6540|Avg: N/A

16455%

Xeon Gold 6240R

MSRP: $2444|Avg: N/A

3107%

#10

Xeon 6337P

MSRP: $60|Avg: $5

2760%

#15

EPYC 9174F

MSRP: $194|Avg: $30

2132%

#456

EPYC 9575F

MSRP: $11791|Avg: $9238

99%

#457

EPYC 7642

MSRP: $4775|Avg: $850

98%

#458

EPYC 7573X

MSRP: $5590|Avg: $3580

98%

#459

Xeon Platinum 8568Y+

MSRP: $6497|Avg: $6497

97%

#789

Opteron 146

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#796

Xeon E-2276M

MSRP: $939|Avg: $124

98%

#797

Xeon W3580

MSRP: $294|Avg: $30

98%

#798

Xeon W3690

MSRP: $583|Avg: $140

98%

#800

Xeon E5-2428L

MSRP: $692|Avg: $42

97%

#803

Opteron 6380

MSRP: $551|Avg: $111

96%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Opteron 146 across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Opteron 146 specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Opteron 146 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 2 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 505, placing it in the Entry Level performance tier as a Legacy generation product.

Specification	Opteron 146
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units	1C / 1T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost	2 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	505

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Memory & Platform

The Opteron 146 fits into the 940 socket and supports PCIe 2.0.

Specification	Opteron 146
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 146 has a rated TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 89 Watt — this indicates the amount of heat generated under sustained load and determines what cooling solution is needed.

Specification	Opteron 146
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload	89 Watt

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Value Analysis

It currently holds Rank #789 in the overall cost-benefit ranking — this ranking factors in performance-per-dollar relative to all available processors. Performance ranking position: #3487 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Opteron 146
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$60
Cost-Benefit RankPosition in overall value ranking	#789
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#3487
Release DateLaunch date	Setembro 2003 (22 years ago)
Release Year	2003
DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD)	AMD