Opteron 152
AMD
PassMark
620
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Overview
The Opteron 152 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2015-01-01. It is based on the Venus (2004−2005) architecture. It features 1 cores and 1 threads. Base frequency is 2.6 GHz, with boost up to 2.6 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 1 MB. Built on 90 nm process technology. Socket: 939. Thermal design power (TDP): 104 Watt. Memory support: DDR1. Passmark benchmark score: 620 points. Launch price was $800.
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FPS Benchmarks
Predicted performance for Opteron 152 across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.
Counter-Strike 2
Dota 2
Fortnite
Hogwarts Legacy
League of Legends
Naraka: Bladepoint
Once Human
Path of Exile 2
Red Dead Redemption 2
Terraria
Technical Analysis
Detailed breakdown of Opteron 152 specifications and capabilities.
Processing Power
The Opteron 152 is a 1-core / 1-thread processor based on the Venus (2004−2005) architecture, manufactured on a 90 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 2.6 GHz from a base frequency of 2.6 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 620, placing it in the Entry Level performance tier as a Legacy generation product.
| Specification | Opteron 152 |
|---|---|
| Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units | 1C / 1T |
| Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost | 2.6 GHz |
| Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency | 2.6 GHz |
| ArchitectureCPU microarchitecture design | Venus (2004−2005) |
| Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient | 90 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 | 115 mm2 |
| Transistor CountMore transistors = more capabilities | 114 million |
| 64-bit Support | Yes |
| Windows 11 Compatible | No |
| PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score | 620 |
Memory & Platform
The Opteron 152 fits into the 939 socket and supports PCIe 2.0. It supports DDR1 memory.
| Specification | Opteron 152 |
|---|---|
| TypeDesktop or Laptop processor | server |
| SocketMotherboard socket required | 939 |
| PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidth | PCIe 2.0 |
| RAM TypeSupported memory standard | DDR1 |
| Max CPUs in ConfigMulti-socket support for servers | 1 |
Power & Cooling
The Opteron 152 has a rated TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 104 Watt — this indicates the amount of heat generated under sustained load and determines what cooling solution is needed.
| Specification | Opteron 152 |
|---|---|
| TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload | 104 Watt |
Value Analysis
Performance ranking position: #3427 out of all indexed processors.
| Specification | Opteron 152 |
|---|---|
| Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch | $800 |
| Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking | #3427 |
| Release DateLaunch date | 2015-01-01 |
| Release Year | 2005 |
| DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD) | AMD |
Specifications Reference
Raw spec sheet for quick lookup. The analysis cards above explain what these fields mean in practice.
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General Information
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General Information
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| Type | server |
| Designer | AMD |
| Launch Price | $800 |
| Release Date | 2015-01-01 |
| Architecture Codename | Venus (2004−2005) |
| Performance Ranking Position | 3427 |
Technical Specifications
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Technical Specifications
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| Cores | 1 |
| Threads | 1 |
| Die Size | 115 mm2 |
| L1 Cache | 128 kB |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB |
| L3 Cache | 0 kB |
| Max Frequency | 2.6 GHz |
| 64-Bit Support | + |
| Base Frequency | 2.6 GHz |
| Transistor Count | 114 million |
| Process Technology | 90 nm |
| Windows 11 Compatible | - |
Compatibility
4 specs
Compatibility
4 specs
| Socket | 939 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 |
| Power Consumption (TDP) | 104 Watt |
| Max Processors In Config | 1 |
Memory
1 spec
Memory
1 spec
| RAM Types | DDR1 |
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