Atom x7425E vs Xeon X5687
Atom x7425E
Xeon X5687
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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. The Atom x7425E is positioned at rank 213 and the Xeon X5687 is on rank 877, so the Atom x7425E offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
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Performance Per Dollar Atom x7425E
Performance Per Dollar Xeon X5687
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Atom x7425E | Xeon X5687 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($189) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Gracemont (2023) / 10 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Westmere-EP (2010−2011) / 32 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Atom x7425E | Xeon X5687 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($189) |
Performance Check
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.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of Atom x7425E and Xeon X5687
Atom x7425E
The Atom x7425E is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 3 January 2023 (2 years ago). It is based on the Gracemont (2023) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.5 GHz, with boost up to 3.4 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB (total). L2 cache: 2 MB (total). Built on 10 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1744. Thermal design power (TDP): 12 Watt. Memory support: DDR4, DDR5 4800 MHz Single-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 5,427 points. Launch price was $149.
Xeon X5687
The Xeon X5687 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 14 February 2011 (14 years ago). It is based on the Westmere-EP (2010−2011) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.6 GHz, with boost up to 3.86 GHz. L3 cache: 12 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1366. Thermal design power (TDP): 130 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 5,386 points. Launch price was $121.
Processing Power
The Atom x7425E packs 4 cores / 4 threads, matching the Xeon X5687's 4 cores. Boost clocks reach 3.4 GHz on the Atom x7425E versus 3.86 GHz on the Xeon X5687 — a 12.7% clock advantage for the Xeon X5687 (base: 1.5 GHz vs 3.6 GHz). The Atom x7425E uses the Gracemont (2023) architecture (10 nm), while the Xeon X5687 uses Westmere-EP (2010−2011) (32 nm). In PassMark, the Atom x7425E scores 5,427 against the Xeon X5687's 5,386 — a 0.8% lead for the Atom x7425E. L3 cache: 6 MB (total) on the Atom x7425E vs 12 MB (total) on the Xeon X5687.
| Feature | Atom x7425E | Xeon X5687 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 4 | 4 / 8 |
| Boost Clock | 3.4 GHz | 3.86 GHz+14% |
| Base Clock | 1.5 GHz | 3.6 GHz+140% |
| L3 Cache | 6 MB (total) | 12 MB (total)+100% |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB (total)+700% | 256 kB (per core) |
| Process | 10 nm-69% | 32 nm |
| Architecture | Gracemont (2023) | Westmere-EP (2010−2011) |
| PassMark | 5,427 | 5,386 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 1,643 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 5,386 |
Memory & Platform
The Atom x7425E uses the FCBGA1744 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Xeon X5687 uses LGA1366 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR5-4800 on the Atom x7425E versus DDR3-1333 on the Xeon X5687 — the Atom x7425E supports 50% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Xeon X5687 supports up to 288 GB of RAM compared to 16 GB — 178.9% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 1 (Atom x7425E) vs 3 (Xeon X5687). PCIe lanes: 9 (Atom x7425E) vs 36 (Xeon X5687) — the Xeon X5687 offers 27 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: Intel BGA1264 (Atom x7425E) and X58 (Xeon X5687).
| Feature | Atom x7425E | Xeon X5687 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FCBGA1744 | LGA1366 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0+100% | PCIe 2.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR5-4800+67% | DDR3-1333 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 16 GB | 288 GB+1700% |
| RAM Channels | 1 | 3+200% |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 9 | 36+300% |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: not specified (Atom x7425E) / VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Xeon X5687). The Atom x7425E includes integrated graphics (Intel UHD Graphics (24EU)), while the Xeon X5687 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Xeon X5687 targets Server.
| Feature | Atom x7425E | Xeon X5687 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | No |
| IGPU Model | Intel UHD Graphics (24EU) | — |
| Unlocked | — | No |
| AVX-512 | — | No |
| Virtualization | — | VT-x, VT-d, EPT |
| Target Use | — | Server |
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