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Overview

The Opteron 6386 SE is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 5 November 2012 (13 years ago). It is based on the Abu Dhabi (2012) architecture. It features 16 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 2.8 GHz, with boost up to 3.5 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 16 MB. Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: G34. Thermal design power (TDP): 140 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 8,291 points. Launch price was $2,408.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. The Opteron 6386 SE is positioned at rank #33 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Great 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 6386 SE

Xeon Platinum 8454H

MSRP: $6540|Avg: N/A

1003%

Xeon Gold 6240R

MSRP: $2444|Avg: N/A

189%

#10

Xeon 6337P

MSRP: $60|Avg: $5

168%

#15

EPYC 9174F

MSRP: $194|Avg: $30

130%

#33

Opteron 6386 SE

MSRP: $1392|Avg: $880

100%

#40

Opteron 6348

MSRP: $575|Avg: $287

95%

#41

Xeon W-2195

MSRP: $150|Avg: $5

90%

#44

Opteron 6281

MSRP: $988|Avg: $419

88%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Opteron 6386 SE across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Opteron 6386 SE specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Opteron 6386 SE is a 16-core / 16-thread processor based on the Abu Dhabi (2012) architecture, manufactured on a 32 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 3.5 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 8 MB (total) of L3 cache, plus 16 MB of L2 cache and 768 kB of L1 cache per core. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 8,291, placing it in the Budget performance tier as a Legacy generation product.

Specification	Opteron 6386 SE
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units	16C / 16T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost	3.5 GHz
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency	2.8 GHz
ArchitectureCPU microarchitecture design	Abu Dhabi (2012)
Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient	32 nm
L3 CacheShared cache — reduces memory latency for all cores	8 MB (total)
L2 CachePer-core fast cache for frequently accessed data	16 MB
L1 CacheUltra-fast per-core cache	768 kB
Die SizePhysical silicon area of the processor	315 mm2
Transistor CountMore transistors = more capabilities	2,400 million
64-bit Support	Yes
Windows 11 Compatible	No
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score	8,291

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Memory & Platform

The Opteron 6386 SE fits into the G34 socket and supports PCIe 2.0. It supports DDR3 memory.

Specification	Opteron 6386 SE
TypeDesktop or Laptop processor	server
SocketMotherboard socket required	G34
PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidth	PCIe 2.0
RAM TypeSupported memory standard	DDR3
Max CPUs in ConfigMulti-socket support for servers	4

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Power & Cooling

The Opteron 6386 SE has a rated TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 140 Watt — this indicates the amount of heat generated under sustained load and determines what cooling solution is needed.

Specification	Opteron 6386 SE
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload	140 Watt

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Value Analysis

At an average price of $880 (MSRP: $1392), the Opteron 6386 SE delivers 9 PassMark points per dollar. It currently holds Rank #33 in the overall cost-benefit ranking — this ranking factors in performance-per-dollar relative to all available processors. Performance ranking position: #1423 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Opteron 6386 SE
MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price	$1392
Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days	$880
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$2,408
Cost-Benefit RankPosition in overall value ranking	#33
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#1423
Release DateLaunch date	5 November 2012 (13 years ago)
Release Year	2012
DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD)	AMD