CPU
GPU
Core i5-4670R
Xeon E5-2430L
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 Core i5-4670R is positioned at rank 719 and the Xeon E5-2430L is on rank 881, so the Core i5-4670R offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Core i5-4670R
Performance Per Dollar Xeon E5-2430L
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i5-4670R | Xeon E5-2430L |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($29) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($250) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Haswell (2013−2015) / 22 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Sandy Bridge-EN (2012) / 32 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i5-4670R | Xeon E5-2430L |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+751%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($29) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($250) |
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 Core i5-4670R and Xeon E5-2430L
Core i5-4670R
The Core i5-4670R is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2 June 2013 (12 years ago). It is based on the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3 GHz, with boost up to 3.7 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1364. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 5,233 points. Launch price was $149.
Xeon E5-2430L
The Xeon E5-2430L is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2015-01-01. It is based on the Sandy Bridge-EN (2012) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 2 GHz, with boost up to 2.5 GHz. L3 cache: 15360 kB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1356. Thermal design power (TDP): 60 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 5,300 points. Launch price was $800.
Processing Power
The Core i5-4670R packs 4 cores / 4 threads, while the Xeon E5-2430L offers 6 cores / 12 threads — the Xeon E5-2430L has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.7 GHz on the Core i5-4670R versus 2.5 GHz on the Xeon E5-2430L — a 38.7% clock advantage for the Core i5-4670R (base: 3 GHz vs 2 GHz). The Core i5-4670R uses the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture (22 nm), while the Xeon E5-2430L uses Sandy Bridge-EN (2012) (32 nm). In PassMark, the Core i5-4670R scores 5,233 against the Xeon E5-2430L's 5,300 — a 1.3% lead for the Xeon E5-2430L. L3 cache: 4 MB (total) on the Core i5-4670R vs 15360 kB (total) on the Xeon E5-2430L.
| Feature | Core i5-4670R | Xeon E5-2430L |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 4 | 6 / 12+50% |
| Boost Clock | 3.7 GHz+48% | 2.5 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3 GHz+50% | 2 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 4 MB (total) | 15360 kB (total)+275% |
| L2 Cache | 256K (per core) | 256 kB (per core) |
| Process | 22 nm-31% | 32 nm |
| Architecture | Haswell (2013−2015) | Sandy Bridge-EN (2012) |
| PassMark | 5,233 | 5,300+1% |
Memory & Platform
The Core i5-4670R uses the BGA1364 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Xeon E5-2430L uses LGA1356 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Core i5-4670R | Xeon E5-2430L |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | BGA1364 | LGA1356 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0+50% | PCIe 2.0 |
Value Analysis
The Core i5-4670R launched at $224 MSRP, while the Xeon E5-2430L debuted at $551. At current prices ($29 vs $250), the Core i5-4670R is $221 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i5-4670R delivers 180.4 pts/$ vs 21.2 pts/$ for the Xeon E5-2430L — making the Core i5-4670R the 157.9% better value option.
| Feature | Core i5-4670R | Xeon E5-2430L |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $224-59% | $551 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $29-88% | $250 |
| Performance per Dollar | 180.4+751% | 21.2 |
| Release Date | 2013 | 2012 |
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