Pro A12-8800B vs Xeon E5-2403 v2
Pro A12-8800B
Xeon E5-2403 v2
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 Pro A12-8800B is positioned at rank 1174 and the Xeon E5-2403 v2 is on rank 747, so the Xeon E5-2403 v2 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Pro A12-8800B
Performance Per Dollar Xeon E5-2403 v2
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Pro A12-8800B | Xeon E5-2403 v2 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($40) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($61) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Carrizo (2015−2018) / 28 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Ivy Bridge-EN (2013−2014) / 22 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Pro A12-8800B | Xeon E5-2403 v2 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+52%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($40) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($61) |
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 Pro A12-8800B and Xeon E5-2403 v2
Pro A12-8800B
The Pro A12-8800B is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 3 June 2015 (10 years ago). It is based on the Carrizo (2015−2018) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.1 GHz, with boost up to 3.4 GHz. L2 cache: 2048 kB. Built on 28 nm process technology. Socket: FP4. Thermal design power (TDP): 2 MB. Memory support: DDR3/DDR3L-2133. Passmark benchmark score: 2,667 points. Launch price was $69.
Xeon E5-2403 v2
The Xeon E5-2403 v2 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 September 2013 (12 years ago). It is based on the Ivy Bridge-EN (2013−2014) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.8 GHz, with boost up to 1.8 GHz. L3 cache: 10 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1356. Thermal design power (TDP): 80 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 2,672 points. Launch price was $223.
Processing Power
Both the Pro A12-8800B and Xeon E5-2403 v2 share an identical 4-core/4-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 3.4 GHz on the Pro A12-8800B versus 1.8 GHz on the Xeon E5-2403 v2 — a 61.5% clock advantage for the Pro A12-8800B (base: 2.1 GHz vs 1.8 GHz). The Pro A12-8800B uses the Carrizo (2015−2018) architecture (28 nm), while the Xeon E5-2403 v2 uses Ivy Bridge-EN (2013−2014) (22 nm). In PassMark, the Pro A12-8800B scores 2,667 against the Xeon E5-2403 v2's 2,672 — a 0.2% lead for the Xeon E5-2403 v2.
| Feature | Pro A12-8800B | Xeon E5-2403 v2 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 4 | 4 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 3.4 GHz+89% | 1.8 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.1 GHz+17% | 1.8 GHz |
| L3 Cache | — | 10 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 2048 kB+700% | 256 kB (per core) |
| Process | 28 nm | 22 nm-21% |
| Architecture | Carrizo (2015−2018) | Ivy Bridge-EN (2013−2014) |
| PassMark | 2,667 | 2,672 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 528 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 1,144 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Pro A12-8800B uses the FP4 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Xeon E5-2403 v2 uses LGA1356 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR3-2133 memory speed. The Xeon E5-2403 v2 supports up to 384 GB of RAM compared to 64 GB — 142.9% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 2 (Pro A12-8800B) vs 3 (Xeon E5-2403 v2). PCIe lanes: 16 (Pro A12-8800B) vs 24 (Xeon E5-2403 v2) — the Xeon E5-2403 v2 offers 8 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives.
| Feature | Pro A12-8800B | Xeon E5-2403 v2 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FP4 | LGA1356 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-2133 | DDR3-1333 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 64 GB | 384 GB+500% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 3+50% |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | 24+50% |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: AMD-V (Pro A12-8800B) vs VT-x, VT-d (Xeon E5-2403 v2). The Pro A12-8800B includes integrated graphics (Radeon R7 Graphics), while the Xeon E5-2403 v2 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Xeon E5-2403 v2 targets Server.
| Feature | Pro A12-8800B | Xeon E5-2403 v2 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | No |
| IGPU Model | Radeon R7 Graphics | — |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | AMD-V | VT-x, VT-d |
| Target Use | — | Server |
Value Analysis
The Pro A12-8800B launched at $400 MSRP, while the Xeon E5-2403 v2 debuted at $192. At current prices ($40 vs $61), the Pro A12-8800B is $21 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Pro A12-8800B delivers 66.7 pts/$ vs 43.8 pts/$ for the Xeon E5-2403 v2 — making the Pro A12-8800B the 41.4% better value option.
| Feature | Pro A12-8800B | Xeon E5-2403 v2 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $400 | $192-52% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $40-34% | $61 |
| Performance per Dollar | 66.7+52% | 43.8 |
| Release Date | 2015 | 2013 |
Top Performing CPUs
The most powerful cpus ranked by PassMark CPU Mark benchmark scores.
You May Also Compare
Similar CPU comparisons based on Pro A12-8800B and Xeon E5-2403 v2
