Athlon Gold PRO 3150G vs Xeon E5-2608L v4

Athlon Gold PRO 3150G

4 Cores4 Thrd65 WWMax: 3.9 GHz2020

Xeon E5-2608L v4

8 Cores16 Thrd50 WWMax: 1.6 GHz2016

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Athlon Gold PRO 3150G

4 / 4

7,468

+0.3%

Ryzen Embedded R1606G

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7965WX

Xeon E5-2608L v4

8 / 16

7,447

0.0%

About PassMark

PassMark CPU Mark evaluates processor speed through complex mathematical computations. It provides a reliable metric to compare multi-core performance, where higher scores indicate faster processing for multitasking, gaming, and heavy workloads.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar Athlon Gold PRO 3150G

#328

Core i9-9900KS

MSRP: $513|Avg: $350

111%

#329

Core i5-11600T

MSRP: $262|Avg: $262

111%

#330

Core i9-9900K

MSRP: $488|Avg: $331

110%

#331

Ryzen Threadripper 2950X

MSRP: $899|Avg: $540

110%

#332

Celeron G4930T

MSRP: $42|Avg: $42

109%

#333

Core i9-9920X

MSRP: $1189|Avg: $464

108%

#334

Core i3-9100

MSRP: $122|Avg: $125

106%

#335

Core i9-10900X

MSRP: $590|Avg: $425

106%

#336

Core i7-8700T

MSRP: $303|Avg: $196

105%

#337

Ryzen 5 3600XT

MSRP: $249|Avg: $357

104%

#338

Core i9-10980XE

MSRP: $979|Avg: $620

104%

#339

Core i5-8500T

MSRP: $192|Avg: $149

104%

#340

Core i9-9900KF

MSRP: $488|Avg: $350

103%

#341

Ryzen Embedded V2748

MSRP: $309|Avg: $359

103%

#342

Core i3-9350K

MSRP: $184|Avg: $150

102%

#343

Athlon Gold PRO 3150G

MSRP: $150|Avg: $150

100%

#344

Core i9-9900

MSRP: $423|Avg: $330

99%

#345

Core i9-9980XE

MSRP: $1979|Avg: $593

99%

#346

Core i7-10700K

MSRP: $387|Avg: $380

98%

#347

Celeron G5905T

MSRP: $50|Avg: $50

95%

#348

Athlon PRO 200GE

MSRP: $55|Avg: $81

95%

#349

Core i5-9600

MSRP: $224|Avg: $219

95%

#350

Core i3-8300

MSRP: $138|Avg: $136

94%

#351

Core i5-8500B

MSRP: $192|Avg: $192

93%

#352

Core i7-13700TE

MSRP: $390|Avg: $476

93%

#353

Core i9-11900T

MSRP: $439|Avg: $413

91%

#354

Ryzen Threadripper 7970X

MSRP: $2499|Avg: $2200

91%

#355

Core i9-10900

MSRP: $483|Avg: $426

90%

#356

Ryzen Embedded V1605B

MSRP: $150|Avg: $150

90%

#357

Core i9-10900K

MSRP: $499|Avg: $500

90%

#358

Celeron G4930

MSRP: $42|Avg: $57

90%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Xeon E5-2608L v4

Ryzen 9 7950X

MSRP: $194|Avg: $20

8370%

Core i9-10900T

MSRP: $120|Avg: $5

7909%

Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE

MSRP: $423|Avg: $5

5743%

Ryzen Threadripper 3960X

MSRP: $1399|Avg: $85

1730%

Ryzen 9 9950X

MSRP: $649|Avg: $129

1370%

Ryzen 5 8400F

MSRP: $303|Avg: $55

1199%

Ryzen 7 PRO 2700

MSRP: $299|Avg: $60

687%

Ryzen 5 2600X

MSRP: $229|Avg: $55

678%

Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G

MSRP: $150|Avg: $60

617%

#10

Core Ultra 5 245KF

MSRP: $294|Avg: $189

617%

#11

Ryzen 5 5500

MSRP: $159|Avg: $85

610%

#12

Ryzen 5 3600

MSRP: $199|Avg: $80

594%

#13

Core i3-9100E

MSRP: $202|Avg: $30

585%

#14

Core Ultra 5 245K

MSRP: $319|Avg: $200

583%

#15

Core i3-8300T

MSRP: $138|Avg: $25

578%

#374

Core i9-13900TE

MSRP: $554|Avg: $554

100%

#375

Ryzen Embedded V2546

MSRP: $300|Avg: $300

98%

#376

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7945WX

MSRP: $1399|Avg: $1399

96%

#529

Xeon E5-2608L v4

MSRP: $363|Avg: $174

100%

#531

Celeron G1610

MSRP: $42|Avg: $5

99%

#532

Core i3-7100

MSRP: $117|Avg: $40

99%

#533

Celeron G1620T

MSRP: $42|Avg: $15

98%

#536

Pentium G4400T

MSRP: $64|Avg: $75

97%

#539

Athlon X4 850

MSRP: $77|Avg: $20

96%

#541

FX-6350

MSRP: $132|Avg: $55

94%

#542

Celeron G470

MSRP: $35|Avg: $10

94%

#543

Pentium G3220

MSRP: $54|Avg: $15

94%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

About PassMark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Generational Difference: This comparison involves processors from different technological eras. The Athlon Gold PRO 3150G (2020) utilizes 12 nm technology and DDR4-2933, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Athlon Gold PRO 3150G	Xeon E5-2608L v4
Gaming	✅ Superior gaming performance	❌ Lower gaming performance
Workstation	✅ Better multi-core power	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks
Price	✅ More affordable ($150)	⚠️ Higher cost ($174)
Longevity	✨ Modern (Picasso (2019−2022) / 12 nm)	🛑 Legacy (Broadwell (2015−2019) / 14 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Xeon E5-2608L v4 (2016) relies on 14 nm technology and older memory, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Athlon Gold PRO 3150G	Xeon E5-2608L v4
Cost Efficiency	✅ Better overall value (+16%)	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅ More affordable ($150)	⚠️ Higher cost ($174)

Performance Check

Paired with RTX 4090

To accurately isolate CPU performance, all benchmarks below use an NVIDIA RTX 4090 as the reference GPU. This eliminates GPU-side bottlenecks and highlights pure processing throughput differences between the CPUs.

Note: Real-world results may vary based on your actual GPU. CPU performance impact is more visible in processing-intensive titles and high-refresh-rate gaming scenarios.

Athlon Gold PRO 3150G Benchmark Check

Xeon E5-2608L v4 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Athlon Gold PRO 3150G and Xeon E5-2608L v4

Athlon Gold PRO 3150G

The Athlon Gold PRO 3150G is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2009-01-01. It is based on the Picasso (2019−2022) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.5 GHz, with boost up to 3.9 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 12 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2933. Passmark benchmark score: 7,468 points. Launch price was $149.

Xeon E5-2608L v4

The Xeon E5-2608L v4 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 20 June 2016 (9 years ago). It is based on the Broadwell (2015−2019) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Max frequency: 1.6 GHz. L3 cache: 20 MB. L2 cache: 2 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Thermal design power (TDP): 50 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 7,447 points. Launch price was $363.

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Processing Power

The Athlon Gold PRO 3150G packs 4 cores / 4 threads, while the Xeon E5-2608L v4 offers 8 cores / 16 threads — the Xeon E5-2608L v4 has 4 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.9 GHz on the Athlon Gold PRO 3150G versus 1.6 GHz on the Xeon E5-2608L v4 — a 83.6% clock advantage for the Athlon Gold PRO 3150G. The Athlon Gold PRO 3150G uses the Picasso (2019−2022) architecture (12 nm), while the Xeon E5-2608L v4 uses Broadwell (2015−2019) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Athlon Gold PRO 3150G scores 7,468 against the Xeon E5-2608L v4's 7,447 — a 0.3% lead for the Athlon Gold PRO 3150G. L3 cache: 4 MB (total) on the Athlon Gold PRO 3150G vs 20 MB on the Xeon E5-2608L v4.

Feature	Athlon Gold PRO 3150G	Xeon E5-2608L v4
Cores / Threads	4 / 4	8 / 16+100%
Boost Clock	3.9 GHz+144%	1.6 GHz
Base Clock	3.5 GHz	—
L3 Cache	4 MB (total)	20 MB+400%
L2 Cache	512 kB (per core)	2 MB+300%
Process	12 nm-14%	14 nm
Architecture	Picasso (2019−2022)	Broadwell (2015−2019)
PassMark	7,468	7,447

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Advanced Features

The Athlon Gold PRO 3150G includes integrated graphics (AMD Radeon Vega 3), while the Xeon E5-2608L v4 requires a dedicated GPU.

Feature	Athlon Gold PRO 3150G	Xeon E5-2608L v4
Integrated GPU	Yes	—
IGPU Model	AMD Radeon Vega 3	—

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Value Analysis

The Athlon Gold PRO 3150G launched at $150 MSRP, while the Xeon E5-2608L v4 debuted at $363. At current prices ($150 vs $174), the Athlon Gold PRO 3150G is $24 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Athlon Gold PRO 3150G delivers 49.8 pts/$ vs 42.8 pts/$ for the Xeon E5-2608L v4 — making the Athlon Gold PRO 3150G the 15.1% better value option.