AMD Opteron 2427 vs AMD Opteron 2352
Buy the Opteron 2427 if you need more cores and lower power draw in a Socket F server. It has 6 cores at 2.2 GHz, 6 MB of cache and a 75 W TDP, against 4 cores at 2.1 GHz, 2 MB and 95 W for the Opteron 2352. Both are long-discontinued server chips, so buy on price and on what your board supports. No current store prices were provided for either part.
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AMD Opteron 2427
AMD Opteron 2427 2.2 GHz 6-Core Processor
Choose the Opteron 2427 if you want six cores, triple the cache and a 20 W lower TDP in the same Socket F platform.
- Six cores handle more VMs and threads.
- 6 MB cache cuts memory traffic on shared workloads.
- 75 W TDP means less heat and fan noise per socket.
- 45 nm die runs cooler than the 65 nm part.
What separates them
| AMD Opteron 2427 | AMD Opteron 2352 | |
|---|---|---|
| Cores | 6 | 4 |
| Clock speed | 2.2 GHz | 2.1 GHz |
| L2 cache | 6 MB | 2 MB |
| TDP | 75 W | 95 W |
| Socket | Socket F (1207) | Socket F (1207) |
| Memory | DDR2, up to 4 channels per socket | DDR2, up to 4 channels per socket |
| Release era | 2009, 45 nm Istanbul | 2008, 65 nm Barcelona |
Price history
- AMD Opteron 2427: lowest $63.96 on Nov 3 at New Town Spares.
- AMD Opteron 2352: lowest $114.00 on Nov 3 at Global One Technology.
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AMD Opteron 2427
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AMD Opteron 2352
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Specs compared
| Spec | AMD Opteron 2427 | AMD Opteron 2352 |
|---|---|---|
| Number Of Cores | 6-core | Quad-core |
| Clock Speed | 2.2 GHz | 2.1 GHz |
| Cache Memory | 6 MB cache memory | 2 MB cache memory |
| TDP | 75 watts | 95 watts |
What reviewers say
AMD Opteron 2352
Reception comes from retro hardware and home lab communities rather than mainstream buyers. Owners treat it as a cheap way to add cores to old Socket F servers, and they accept its age and power draw as the price of that.
- PerformanceCriticisedOwners say per-core speed is slow by modern standards, fine only for light or legacy workloads.
- CompatibilityMixedIt works only in Socket F (1207) boards with Barcelona support, which limits who can use it.
- PricePraisedBuyers like that four cores cost very little on the used market.
Questions and answers
- Which is better for a home server?
- The Opteron 2427. Six cores and 6 MB of cache give it more headroom for VMs, and its 75 W TDP keeps heat down. Check your board's BIOS supports Istanbul before buying.
- Is the 2427 worth the extra cost?
- Yes if the price gap is small. You get 50% more cores, triple the cache and 20 W less heat. If the 2352 is far cheaper and your load is light, it is enough.
- Do they use the same motherboard?
- Both are Socket F (1207) chips, so the same board can take either. The 2427 usually needs a newer BIOS revision. Verify support on the board vendor's CPU list first.
- Which runs cooler?
- The Opteron 2427 at 75 W TDP, versus 95 W for the 2352. That is 20 W less per socket, which matters in 1U and 2U chassis with small fans.
- Can I mix them in one server?
- No. Dual-socket boards need two identical CPUs. Pick one model and buy a matched pair.
- Which lasts longer?
- Neither is supported today. Both are used parts from the late 2000s, so lifespan depends on the individual chip and its prior duty cycle, not the model.
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