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AMD Opteron X3216 APU

Explore AMD Opteron X3216 APU technical reviews, specifications and benchmark results, with practical context for server workloads and platform planning.

Last updated: 2026-10-20
2.9/ 10
Technical rating

Outdated for demanding workloads

AMD Opteron X3216 APU is a Server processor with 2 cores and 0 threads. It runs at 1.6 GHz and boosts up to 3 GHz. It records a PassMark CPU Mark of 1517 and a single-thread rating of 1288. Its stated TDP is 15 W.

CPU Mark1,517
30 samples
Single Thread1,288
Overall rank#4,221
of 6,054
Reference price—

Technical assessment

A summary based on specifications and results.

Outdated for demanding workloads
2.9Outdated for demanding workloads

AMD Opteron X3216 APU is a Server processor with 2 cores and 0 threads. It runs at 1.6 GHz and boosts up to 3 GHz. It records a PassMark CPU Mark of 1517 and a single-thread rating of 1288. Its stated TDP is 15 W.

Specification context

What do these specifications mean in practice?

The AMD Opteron X3216 APU is a Server released in 2017. Recorded specifications include up to 3.00 GHz turbo, a 15 W reference TDP, a 1,517 CPU Mark. Use these figures to understand its position, then compare the results with your software and the complete platform.

Reading guide

Read the performance results

The 1,517 CPU Mark is a broad overall-performance measure, while the 1,288 single-thread result adds context for less-parallel work. Compare the nearby alternatives on this page and do not treat one score as a verdict for every application.

Platform and compatibility

No confirmed socket is recorded for this processor. Verify the exact device or motherboard with the manufacturer before planning an upgrade.

Memory and power

The 15 W TDP helps size the cooling class, but it is not the same as peak wall-power consumption.

FAQ

Common processor questions

What are the key AMD Opteron X3216 APU specifications?

The main recorded details are up to 3.00 GHz turbo, a 15 W reference TDP, a 1,517 CPU Mark. The tables on this page show socket, memory, cache and graphics data when available.

Is the AMD Opteron X3216 APU good for gaming?

The product name or CPU Mark alone cannot answer that. Check single-thread performance, core count, the target graphics card, gaming resolution and results from the games you play.

Which motherboards support the AMD Opteron X3216 APU?

A confirmed socket is not recorded here. Use the device model or manufacturer specifications to identify compatible hardware.

How much power does the AMD Opteron X3216 APU use?

The recorded reference TDP is 15 W. Real consumption can be lower or higher depending on power limits, motherboard, workload and cooling.

This guidance interprets recorded specifications and results; it does not claim hands-on device testing. Results can vary with motherboard, power, memory and cooling.

Multi-axis comparison

How does this processor compare?

A direct comparison with nearby processors from the same brand and a similar core count.

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Overall and multi-core performance

A higher CPU Mark indicates stronger overall performance.

01AMD Opteron 1352AMD1,547 points
02Intel Xeon X5270 @ 3.50GHzIntel1,524 points
03AMD Opteron X3216 APUThis CPU1,517 points
05AMD Opteron 2354AMD1,509 points

Single-thread performance

Measures speed in tasks that depend on one CPU thread.

01Intel Xeon X5270 @ 3.50GHzIntel1,485 points
02AMD Opteron X3216 APUThis CPU1,288 points
04AMD Opteron 2354AMD857 points
05AMD Opteron 1352AMD857 points

Performance per watt

Estimated as CPU Mark divided by TDP.

01AMD Opteron X3216 APUThis CPU101.1 Mark/W
02AMD Opteron 1352AMD20.6 Mark/W
03Intel Xeon X5270 @ 3.50GHzIntel19.1 Mark/W
04AMD Opteron 2354AMD13.1 Mark/W

Bars are relative to the processors shown here, not a global ranking of every CPU.

Detailed benchmark results

Snapshot from 2026-10-20

Data CompressionKBytes/Sec
24,000.00
Data EncryptionMBytes/Sec
519.40
Extended InstructionsMillion Matrices/Sec
800.00
Find Prime NumbersMillion Primes/Sec
5.00
Floating Point MathMOps/Sec
2,402.00
Integer MathMOps/Sec
7,678.00
PhysicsFrames/Sec
118.00
Random String SortingThousand Strings/Sec
2,586.00

Core specifications

BrandAMD
CategoryServer
Release year2017
Socket—
Cores / threads2 / —
Base clock1.60 GHz
Max turbo3.00 GHz
TDP15 W
Integrated graphics—

Memory support

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Memory type—
Official speed—
Maximum capacity—

Cache hierarchy

L1I2 x 32 KB
L1D2 x 96 KB
L22 x 1024 KB