FX-4100 vs Xeon E5-2407
FX-4100
Xeon E5-2407
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 FX-4100 is positioned at rank 728 and the Xeon E5-2407 is on rank 852, so the FX-4100 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar FX-4100
Performance Per Dollar Xeon E5-2407
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | FX-4100 | Xeon E5-2407 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($20) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($25) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Zambezi (2011−2012) / 32 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Sandy Bridge-EN (2012) / 32 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | FX-4100 | Xeon E5-2407 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+24%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($20) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($25) |
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 FX-4100 and Xeon E5-2407
FX-4100
The FX-4100 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 12 October 2011 (14 years ago). It is based on the Zambezi (2011−2012) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.6 GHz, with boost up to 3.8 GHz. L3 cache: 8192 kB. L2 cache: 4096 kB. Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: AM3+. Thermal design power (TDP): 95 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 2,630 points. Launch price was $69.
Xeon E5-2407
The Xeon E5-2407 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 14 May 2012 (13 years ago). It is based on the Sandy Bridge-EN (2012) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.2 GHz, with boost up to 2.2 GHz. L3 cache: 10240 kB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1356. Thermal design power (TDP): 80 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 2,659 points. Launch price was $335.
Processing Power
Both the FX-4100 and Xeon E5-2407 share an identical 4-core/4-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 3.8 GHz on the FX-4100 versus 2.2 GHz on the Xeon E5-2407 — a 53.3% clock advantage for the FX-4100 (base: 3.6 GHz vs 2.2 GHz). The FX-4100 uses the Zambezi (2011−2012) architecture (32 nm), while the Xeon E5-2407 uses Sandy Bridge-EN (2012) (32 nm). In PassMark, the FX-4100 scores 2,630 against the Xeon E5-2407's 2,659 — a 1.1% lead for the Xeon E5-2407. L3 cache: 8192 kB on the FX-4100 vs 10240 kB (total) on the Xeon E5-2407.
| Feature | FX-4100 | Xeon E5-2407 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 4 | 4 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 3.8 GHz+73% | 2.2 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.6 GHz+64% | 2.2 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 8192 kB | 10240 kB (total)+25% |
| L2 Cache | 4096 kB+1500% | 256 kB (per core) |
| Process | 32 nm | 32 nm |
| Architecture | Zambezi (2011−2012) | Sandy Bridge-EN (2012) |
| PassMark | 2,630 | 2,659+1% |
Memory & Platform
The FX-4100 uses the AM3+ socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Xeon E5-2407 uses LGA1356 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | FX-4100 | Xeon E5-2407 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM3+ | LGA1356 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 2.0 |
Value Analysis
The FX-4100 launched at $115 MSRP, while the Xeon E5-2407 debuted at $250. At current prices ($20 vs $25), the FX-4100 is $5 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the FX-4100 delivers 131.5 pts/$ vs 106.4 pts/$ for the Xeon E5-2407 — making the FX-4100 the 21.1% better value option.
| Feature | FX-4100 | Xeon E5-2407 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $115-54% | $250 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $20-20% | $25 |
| Performance per Dollar | 131.5+24% | 106.4 |
| Release Date | 2011 | 2012 |
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