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Overview

The Opteron 250 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in Dezembro 2004 (21 years ago). It is based on the SledgeHammer (2003−2005) architecture. It features 1 cores and 1 threads. Max frequency: 2.4 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: 620 points. Launch price was $12.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. The Opteron 250 is positioned at rank #700 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 250

Xeon Platinum 8454H

MSRP: $6540|Avg: N/A

13408%

Core i9-9990XE

MSRP: $2000|Avg: N/A

97%

Xeon Gold 6240R

MSRP: $2444|Avg: N/A

2532%

#10

Xeon 6337P

MSRP: $60|Avg: $5

2249%

#15

EPYC 9174F

MSRP: $194|Avg: $30

1738%

#410

Xeon W-3175X

MSRP: $2999|Avg: $2999

99%

#411

Xeon w9-3495X

MSRP: $5889|Avg: $6333

99%

#412

Xeon Gold 5320T

MSRP: $1977|Avg: $1379

99%

#413

EPYC 7643

MSRP: $4995|Avg: $2750

98%

#414

Xeon Gold 6330N

MSRP: $2389|Avg: $1798

98%

#415

EPYC 7473X

MSRP: $3900|Avg: $200

98%

#416

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX

MSRP: $5489|Avg: $3486

98%

#417

EPYC 9474F

MSRP: $6780|Avg: $3723

97%

#700

Opteron 250

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#702

Xeon E5-2630

MSRP: $395|Avg: $395

99%

#704

Xeon X5680

MSRP: $450|Avg: $13

99%

#707

Pentium 1403 v2

MSRP: $150|Avg: $150

98%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Opteron 250 across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Opteron 250 specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Opteron 250 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 2.4 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 620, placing it in the Entry Level performance tier as a Legacy generation product.

Specification	Opteron 250
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units	1C / 1T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost	2.4 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	620

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Memory & Platform

The Opteron 250 fits into the 940 socket and supports PCIe 2.0.

Specification	Opteron 250
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	2

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Power & Cooling

The Opteron 250 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 250
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload	89 Watt

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Value Analysis

It currently holds Rank #700 in the overall cost-benefit ranking — this ranking factors in performance-per-dollar relative to all available processors. Performance ranking position: #3281 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Opteron 250
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$12
Cost-Benefit RankPosition in overall value ranking	#700
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#3281
Release DateLaunch date	Dezembro 2004 (21 years ago)
Release Year	2004
DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD)	AMD