Opteron X3216 vs Core 2 Duo E6540

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Performance Comparison

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Passmark Score

1498

Passmark Score

1495

Performance Difference

Opteron X3216 is 0.2% faster than Core 2 Duo E6540

Benchmarks & Performance Comparison

In this CPU comparison, Opteron X3216 performs 0.2% better in benchmarks. Below you'll find detailed performance analysis, gaming benchmarks, power consumption data, and specifications to help you decide between Opteron X3216 and Core 2 Duo E6540.

Both processors are popular choices for gaming PCs. Consider factors like core count, boost clock speeds, power consumption (TDP), and gaming vs productivity performance when choosing between these CPUs.

Technical Specifications

Detailed hardware specifications for Opteron X3216 and Core 2 Duo E6540

AMD

Opteron X3216

The Opteron X3216 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 10 June 2017 (8 years ago). It is based on the Excavator (2017−2018) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 1.6 GHz, with boost up to 3 GHz. L2 cache: 1 MB (total). Built on 28 nm process technology. Socket: FP4. Thermal design power (TDP): 15 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 1,498 points.

General Information

Type:Para estações de trabalho
Designer:AMD
Manufacturer:GlobalFoundries
Release Date:10 June 2017 (8 years ago)
Architecture Codename:Excavator (2017−2018)
Performance Ranking Position:2802

Technical Specifications

Cores:2
Threads:2
Die Size:250 mm2
L1 Cache:160 kB
L2 Cache:1 MB (total)
Max Frequency:3 GHz
64-Bit Support:+
Base Frequency:1.6 GHz
Transistor Count:3,100 million
Process Technology:28 nm
Max Case Temperature (TCase):82 °C

Compatibility

Socket:FP4
Power Consumption (TDP):15 Watt
Max Processors In Config:1

Memory

RAM Types:DDR4
Intel

Core 2 Duo E6540

The Core 2 Duo E6540 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 July 2007 (18 years ago). It has 2 cores. Base frequency: 2.33 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB L2 Cache. Built on 65 nm process technology. Socket: LGA775. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 1,495 points.

General Information

Type:desktop
Designer:Intel
Release Date:1 July 2007 (18 years ago)
Performance Ranking Position:3172

Technical Specifications

Cores:2
L3 Cache:4 MB L2 Cache
64-Bit Support:+
Base Frequency:2.33 GHz
Process Technology:65 nm
Max Core Temperature:72 °C
Velocidade Dos Pneus:1333 MHz
TensãO Do NúCleo Permitida:0.85V-1.5V
Compatibilidade Com Windows 11:-

Compatibility

Socket:LGA775
Power Consumption (TDP):65 Watt

Memory

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