AMD Opteron 2352

The AMD Opteron 2352 is a 4-core, 4-thread server processor from the Barcelona generation, built on a 65 nm process and released in early 2008. It operates at a fixed base clock of 2.10 GHz with no boost capability, and carries a 95 W TDP within the AMD Socket Fr2 platform. Designed for server and workstation use, this part is now end-of-life, and its benchmark data is sparse, with a neutral 50th percentile standing among all CPUs and a nominal average benchmark score of zero.

Benchmark Performance

The benchmark data for the Opteron 2352 is effectively absent, with the `benchmarks` array containing no entries and the `avgBenchmarkScore` recorded as 0. Consequently, no direct performance scores or delta percentages against rivals can be derived from the benchmark database, as the `nearestRivals` list is also empty. This places the processor in a peculiar analytical position: the percentile rank of 50 indicates that, historically, it sat exactly at the median of all CPUs tracked by the database, neither excelling nor lagging in aggregate performance. However, without concrete scores, the numeric deltas that typically drive comparative analysis are unavailable.

The lack of benchmark entries suggests that this part was not widely tested in the database environment, likely due to its server-oriented nature and end-of-life status. The 50th percentile is a blunt instrument here; it implies that in the broader landscape of all CPUs ever recorded, the Opteron 2352 performed at the middle of the pack. This is plausible for a 2008-era 4-core processor, but without rival names or deltaPct values, any statement about how far ahead or behind it is relative to specific competitors must remain qualitative. The data shows a processor that was mainstream in its time, but the absence of measured scores prevents any precise ranking against contemporaries.

Single-Thread vs Multi-Thread Behavior

The Opteron 2352 features 4 cores and 4 threads, meaning there is no simultaneous multithreading; each core handles exactly one thread. The base clock of 2.10 GHz is modest by modern standards, and the absence of a boost clock means the processor cannot dynamically increase frequency under light load. This results in a flat performance profile: single-threaded workloads will run at the same 2.10 GHz as multi-threaded ones, with no headroom for bursty tasks.

For single-threaded performance, the architecture's reliance on a 2.10 GHz clock and a 65 nm process suggests moderate per-core throughput, but the benchmark database provides no specific scores to quantify this. The cache hierarchy includes 64 KB of L1 per core, 512 KB of L2 per core, and a 2 MB shared L3 cache, which is modest for a server chip. The shared L3, in particular, helps with multi-threaded communication but does little for single-thread latency. In multi-threaded workloads, all 4 cores can operate simultaneously, but the lack of SMT means that 4 threads are the hard ceiling; tasks with more than 4 threads will queue, and the 2.10 GHz clock limits throughput compared to higher-clocked parts.

The practical implication is that the Opteron 2352 behaves predictably: it will handle 4-thread workloads with consistent performance, but it will not accelerate single-threaded tasks beyond its fixed clock, nor will it efficiently manage workloads with heavy thread oversubscription. The dual-channel DDR2 memory bus, providing 10.7 GB/s of bandwidth, is a potential bottleneck for multi-core workloads, as the cores may saturate memory throughput before exhausting compute capacity. Benchmark results, if they existed, would likely show a narrow gap between single-thread and multi-thread scores relative to newer chips, given the fixed clock and modest memory subsystem.

Who Should Consider It

Given the end-of-life status and the lack of benchmark scores, the Opteron 2352 is not a candidate for modern workloads. The data indicates a 4-core, 4-thread processor with a 2.10 GHz clock and 95 W TDP, designed for the AMD Socket Fr2 platform with ECC memory support. For server or workstation use in a legacy system, it could still serve basic virtualization or batch processing roles where 4 threads suffice and memory bandwidth demands are low. The ECC memory capability is a positive for reliability-sensitive tasks, but the dual-channel DDR2 bus limits memory-intensive applications.

For gaming, this processor is unsuitable by modern standards; the 2.10 GHz base clock and lack of boost would likely bottleneck even modest graphics cards, and the absence of benchmark scores prevents any quantitative claim, but the architecture's age and low clock are clear qualitative indicators. For content creation, such as video encoding or 3D rendering, the 4 cores can handle light workloads, but the lack of SMT and modest clock speed mean it would trail even entry-level modern parts. Office productivity, such as spreadsheet or document editing, is the most plausible fit, as these tasks are single-threaded and latency-tolerant, but the 50th percentile rank suggests it was never a top performer even in its era.

The launch MSRP was $316, which positioned it as a mid-range server chip, but with production discontinued and no benchmark data, it is only relevant for those maintaining legacy infrastructure. The processor's 50th percentile standing implies it was a balanced but unremarkable choice at launch, suitable for general-purpose server duties where cost and power were secondary to reliability. Anyone considering this part today should focus on its ECC support and 4-thread capability for niche, low-throughput applications, rather than expecting competitive performance.

FAQ

Q: How many cores and threads does the AMD Opteron 2352 have?

A: The Opteron 2352 has 4 cores and 4 threads, with no simultaneous multithreading, meaning each core processes exactly one thread.

Q: What is the base clock speed, and does it have a boost clock?

A: The base clock is 2.10 GHz, and there is no boost clock available; the processor runs at a fixed frequency.

Q: What type of memory does it support?

A: It supports DDR2 memory, dependent on the motherboard, with a dual-channel bus providing 10.7 GB/s of bandwidth, and it includes ECC memory support.

Q: What is the thermal design power (TDP) of this processor?

A: The TDP is rated at 95 watts.

Q: Is this processor still in production?

A: No, it is marked as end-of-life, with a release date of April 8, 2008, and production has ceased.

Q: What is the cache configuration?

A: It has 64 KB of L1 cache per core, 512 KB of L2 cache per core, and 2 MB of shared L3 cache.

How It Compares

The nearest rivals list is empty, so there are no direct comparisons available from the benchmark database. This means the Opteron 2352 cannot be positioned against specific competing processors using delta percentages or score differences. The only comparative data point is the 50th percentile rank, which places it at the median of all CPUs in the database, but without rival names or scores, this number stands alone. Qualitatively, its 4-core, 4-thread design and 2.10 GHz clock suggest it competed with other mid-range server processors of the 2008 era, but the benchmark database provides no metrics to substantiate a detailed comparison. The absence of rival data is itself informative: it indicates that the database lacks sufficient test results for this part, likely because it was not a high-volume or widely benchmarked product. Therefore, any analysis of its standing versus peers must rely on the percentile rank alone, which confirms it was neither a standout nor a laggard in aggregate performance. The launch MSRP of $316 hints at its intended market segment, but without rival pricing or scores, no further positioning is possible.