Ryzen 3 1300X vs Xeon E3-1505M v5
Ryzen 3 1300X
Xeon E3-1505M v5
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 Ryzen 3 1300X is positioned at rank 396 and the Xeon E3-1505M v5 is on rank 336, so the Xeon E3-1505M v5 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 3 1300X
Performance Per Dollar Xeon E3-1505M v5
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Ryzen 3 1300X | Xeon E3-1505M v5 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | Balanced gaming performance | Balanced gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($54) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($115) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Zen (2017−2020) / 14 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Skylake-H (2015−2016) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Ryzen 3 1300X | Xeon E3-1505M v5 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+111%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($54) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($115) |
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 Ryzen 3 1300X and Xeon E3-1505M v5
Ryzen 3 1300X
The Ryzen 3 1300X is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 27 July 2017 (8 years ago). It is based on the Zen (2017−2020) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.4 GHz, with boost up to 3.7 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4 Dual-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 6,923 points. Launch price was $129.
Xeon E3-1505M v5
The Xeon E3-1505M v5 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 27 October 2015 (10 years ago). It is based on the Skylake-H (2015−2016) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 2.8 GHz, with boost up to 3.7 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1440. Thermal design power (TDP): 45 Watt. Memory support: DDR3, DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 6,995 points. Launch price was $434.
Processing Power
The Ryzen 3 1300X packs 4 cores / 4 threads, matching the Xeon E3-1505M v5's 4 cores. Boost clocks reach 3.7 GHz on the Ryzen 3 1300X versus 3.7 GHz on the Xeon E3-1505M v5 — identical boost frequencies (base: 3.4 GHz vs 2.8 GHz). The Ryzen 3 1300X uses the Zen (2017−2020) architecture (14 nm), while the Xeon E3-1505M v5 uses Skylake-H (2015−2016) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen 3 1300X scores 6,923 against the Xeon E3-1505M v5's 6,995 — a 1% lead for the Xeon E3-1505M v5. Both processors carry 8 MB (total) of L3 cache.
| Feature | Ryzen 3 1300X | Xeon E3-1505M v5 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 4 | 4 / 8 |
| Boost Clock | 3.7 GHz | 3.7 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.4 GHz+21% | 2.8 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 8 MB (total) | 8 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 512K (per core)+100% | 256 kB (per core) |
| Process | 14 nm | 14 nm |
| Architecture | Zen (2017−2020) | Skylake-H (2015−2016) |
| PassMark | 6,923 | 6,995+1% |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | 3,486 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 1,120 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 3,155 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Ryzen 3 1300X uses the AM4 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Xeon E3-1505M v5 uses BGA1440 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Ryzen 3 1300X | Xeon E3-1505M v5 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM4 | BGA1440 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4-2666 | — |
| Max RAM Capacity | 64 GB | — |
| RAM Channels | 2 | — |
| ECC Support | ✅ | — |
| PCIe Lanes | 24 | — |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: AMD-V (Ryzen 3 1300X) / not specified (Xeon E3-1505M v5). Primary use case: Ryzen 3 1300X targets Gaming.
| Feature | Ryzen 3 1300X | Xeon E3-1505M v5 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | — |
| Unlocked | Yes | — |
| AVX-512 | No | — |
| Virtualization | AMD-V | — |
| Target Use | Gaming | — |
Value Analysis
The Ryzen 3 1300X launched at $129 MSRP, while the Xeon E3-1505M v5 debuted at $115. At current prices ($54 vs $115), the Ryzen 3 1300X is $61 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Ryzen 3 1300X delivers 128.2 pts/$ vs 60.8 pts/$ for the Xeon E3-1505M v5 — making the Ryzen 3 1300X the 71.3% better value option.
| Feature | Ryzen 3 1300X | Xeon E3-1505M v5 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $129 | $115-11% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $54-53% | $115 |
| Performance per Dollar | 128.2+111% | 60.8 |
| Release Date | 2017 | 2015 |
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