AMD Opteron 6320

The AMD Opteron 6320 offers 8 cores and 16 threads. 8MB of L3 cache helps in cache-sensitive games and workloads. Clocks span 2.8GHz base to 3.3GHz boost. It drops into the G34 socket with a 115W TDP — about 14.4W per core. Match the socket to your motherboard first; cooler TDP rating second.

At $242.39 it sits in the mid-range processor bracket. Use the PlanMyPC system builder to verify it works alongside your other components and to watch live retailer pricing. Warranty coverage follows AMD's standard policy — confirm regional terms on the listing. The full specification sheet below breaks out every listed detail, and the compatibility checker flags conflicts with parts already in your build.