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Overview

The Opteron 154 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 2.8 GHz, with boost up to 2.8 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: 655 points. Launch price was $800.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. The Opteron 154 is positioned at rank #680 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 154

Xeon Platinum 8454H

MSRP: $6540|Avg: N/A

12688%

Xeon Gold 6240R

MSRP: $2444|Avg: N/A

2396%

#10

Xeon 6337P

MSRP: $60|Avg: $5

2128%

#15

EPYC 9174F

MSRP: $194|Avg: $30

1644%

#399

Xeon W-3365

MSRP: $3499|Avg: $3499

100%

#400

EPYC 7713P

MSRP: $5010|Avg: $2443

99%

#401

Xeon W-2145

MSRP: $1113|Avg: $145

99%

#402

EPYC 9475F

MSRP: $7592|Avg: $7592

98%

#403

Xeon Gold 6554S

MSRP: $3157|Avg: $2836

98%

#405

Xeon 6737P

MSRP: $4995|Avg: $4995

97%

#406

Xeon Gold 6342

MSRP: $2977|Avg: $3000

97%

#407

Xeon Gold 6438N

MSRP: $3351|Avg: $3351

96%

#680

Opteron 154

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#683

Xeon E5-1603 v3

MSRP: $273|Avg: $40

100%

#684

Xeon E3-1270

MSRP: $330|Avg: $178

99%

#691

Xeon E5-1650 v2

MSRP: $583|Avg: $60

97%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Opteron 154 across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Opteron 154 specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Opteron 154 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 2.8 GHz from a base frequency of 2.8 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 655, placing it in the Entry Level performance tier as a Legacy generation product.

Specification	Opteron 154
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units	1C / 1T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost	2.8 GHz
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency	2.8 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	655

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Memory & Platform

The Opteron 154 fits into the 939 socket and supports PCIe 2.0. It supports DDR1 memory.

Specification	Opteron 154
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

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Power & Cooling

The Opteron 154 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 154
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload	104 Watt

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Value Analysis

It currently holds Rank #680 in the overall cost-benefit ranking — this ranking factors in performance-per-dollar relative to all available processors. Performance ranking position: #3410 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Opteron 154
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$800
Cost-Benefit RankPosition in overall value ranking	#680
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#3410
Release DateLaunch date	2015-01-01
Release Year	2005
DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD)	AMD