Opteron vs. Xeon
A simple Opteron vs. Xeon
benchmark using slamd comparing a dual core Sun v20z and an IBM x345.
Result: Opteron server is 1.6x faster then Xeon server. Turning additional cores on and Opteron server is 2.62x faster then Xeon server.
My new v20z is sitting at the warehouse today. I’ll probably have to find my ear plugs while I’m building it up, but I’m looking forward to seeing how well the Opteron is going to perform.