We compared two server CPUs: Opteron 6180 SE with 12 cores 2.5GHz and Intel Xeon Phi 7290 with 72 cores 1.5GHz . You will find out which processor performs better in benchmark tests, key specifications, power consumption and more.
Main Differences
Opteron 6180 SE 's Advantages
Higher base frequency (2.5GHz vs 1.5GHz)
Lower TDP (140W vs 245W)
Intel Xeon Phi 7290 's Advantages
Released 5 years and 4 months late
Higher specification of memory (DDR4 vs DDR3-1333)