AMD Opteron 246 vs AMD Opteron 2346 HE (B3)
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Summary
About the AMD Opteron 246 CPU
The AMD Opteron 246 is an end-of-life 1-core (1-thread) processor built for the server CPU market. It launched in Q3 2003. It is part of AMD's Opteron lineup, which is based on the SledgeHammer microarchitecture. The Opteron 246 is compatible with AMD Socket 940 motherboards and is fabricated on a 130 nm manufacturing process.
Memory and Cache
In terms of cache, the Opteron 246 has multiple levels of cache. Its L1 cache, which is the smallest and fastest, is 128 KB in size, providing rapid access to crucial instructions. Its L2 cache, at 1 MB, is larger but slower than the L1.
Cores and Clock Speeds
The Opteron 246 is a single-core and single-threaded CPU, making it not capable of processing multiple computational tasks in parallel. The base clock speed of the CPU is 2000.0 MHz. Higher clock speeds result in higher performance for the same microarchitecture. The multiplier is locked, making it incapable of overclocking for pushing performance further.
Integrated Graphics
The Opteron 246 does not include an integrated graphics solution. A dedicated graphics card will be required if you require a monitor with your computer.
About the AMD Opteron 2346 HE (B3) CPU
The AMD Opteron 2346 HE (B3) is an end-of-life 4-core (4-thread) processor built for the server CPU market. It launched in Q2 2008 with a suggested retail price of $255. It is part of AMD's Opteron lineup, which is based on the Barcelona microarchitecture. The Opteron 2346 HE is compatible with AMD Socket Fr2 motherboards and is fabricated on a 65 nm manufacturing process.
Memory and Cache
The Opteron 2346 HE supports DDR2 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Opteron 2346 HE has multiple levels of cache. Its L1 cache, which is the smallest and fastest, is 64 KB in size, providing rapid access to crucial instructions. Its L2 cache, at 512 KB, is larger but slower than the L1. Its L3 cache, a shared resource among the CPU's cores, has a capacity of 2 MB.
Cores and Clock Speeds
The Opteron 2346 HE features 4 total cores which can process 4 threads simultaneously. The multi-threading capability allows the CPU to execute multiple computational tasks in parallel. The base clock speed of the CPU is 1800.0 MHz. Higher clock speeds result in higher performance for the same microarchitecture. The multiplier is locked, making it incapable of overclocking for pushing performance further.
Integrated Graphics
The Opteron 2346 HE does not include an integrated graphics solution. A dedicated graphics card will be required if you require a monitor with your computer.
General Info
General overview of the CPU, including details like its manufacturer, release date, launch price, and current production status.
| Info | Opteron 246 | Opteron 2346 HE (B3) |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | AMD | AMD |
| Series | Opteron | Opteron |
| Market Segment | Server | Server |
| Release Date | Q3 2003 | Q2 2008 |
| Launch Price (MSRP) | -- | $255 |
| Production Status | End-of-life | End-of-life |
| Shop | Check Price | Check Price |
Benchmark Performance
Technical Specs
Manufacturing Details
Information about the CPU's manufacturing like its foundry, process size, and transistor count.
| Spec | Opteron 246 | Opteron 2346 HE (B3) |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | AMD | AMD |
| Process Size | 130 nm | 65 nm |
| Transistors | 106 million | 463 million |
Architecture
CPU architecture specs like its memory channels, memory support, and microarchitecture. Newer CPU architectures can minimize bottlenecks and improve execution efficiency using more advanced techniques.
| Spec | Opteron 246 | Opteron 2346 HE (B3) |
|---|---|---|
| Series | Opteron | Opteron |
| Microarchitecture | SledgeHammer | Barcelona |
| Codename | SledgeHammer | Barcelona |
| Memory Support | -- | DDR2 |
| Memory Channels | Dual-channel | Dual-channel |
| ECC Memory | No | Yes |
Cores & Clock Speeds
Processing power information like its cores and clock speed. These specs impact how fast they can handle instructions and tasks. These have a strong impact on the CPU's performance.
| Spec | Opteron 246 | Opteron 2346 HE (B3) |
|---|---|---|
| Cores | 1 | 4 |
| Threads | 1 | 4 |
| Clock Speed | 2000.0 MHz | 1800.0 MHz |
| Base Clock | 200 MHz | 200 MHz |
| Multiplier | 10.0x | 9.0x |
| Multiplier Unlocked | No | No |
Cache
CPU cache specs like its L1 & L2 cache. These provide the CPU with a small, but super-fast memory access. A larger cache can improve a CPU's performance.
| Spec | Opteron 246 | Opteron 2346 HE (B3) |
|---|---|---|
| L1 Cache | 128 KB | 64 KB |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB | 512 KB |
| L3 Cache | -- | 2 MB |
Compatibility & Power Consumption
Compatibility and power consumption information like its socket type, thermal design power, power limits. These can help verify the CPU's compatibility with other PC components.
| Spec | Opteron 246 | Opteron 2346 HE (B3) |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AMD Socket 940 | AMD Socket Fr2 |
| PCI Express | PCIe 2.0 | -- |
| Thermal Design Power (TDP) | 89 W | 68 W |
| Tcase Max | -- | 78 °C |
Graphics, Features, & Extensions
Additional CPU features like its bundled coolers, integrated graphics, and extensions/technologies.
| Spec | Opteron 246 | Opteron 2346 HE (B3) |
|---|---|---|
| Extensions / Technologies | MMX, 3DNow!, SSE, SSE2, AMD64 | MMX, 3DNow!+, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSE4a, NX bit, AMD64, AMD-V, SLAT |
* Performance rating, performance per dollar, and rankings are based on the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark and MSRP.