Ryzen 3 3100 vs Xeon E5-2667 v2

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GPU

Ryzen 3 3100

4 Cores8 Thrd65 WWMax: 3.9 GHz2020

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Xeon E5-2667 v2

8 Cores16 Thrd130 WWMax: 4 GHz2013

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Ryzen 3 3100 vs Xeon E5-2667 v2 Performance Spectrum

Ryzen 3 3100

4 / 8

11,928

0.0%

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5965WX

Ryzen Threadripper 9960X

Xeon E5-2667 v2

8 / 16

12,186

+2.2%

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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.

Ryzen 3 3100 vs Xeon E5-2667 v2 FPS Benchmarks

Predicted gaming performance across popular games. Tested paired with GeForce RTX 5090 to isolate CPU performance.

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Ryzen 3 3100 vs Xeon E5-2667 v2: Pros, Cons & Final Verdict

See where each CPU makes more sense in practice: gaming, heavier work, platform cost, power draw, and upgrade path.

Ryzen 3 3100

2020

Why buy it

✅Costs $201 less on MSRP ($99 MSRP vs $300 MSRP).
✅Delivers 196.6% more PassMark for each dollar spent, at 120.5 vs 40.6 PassMark/$ ($99 MSRP vs $300 MSRP).
✅Draws 65W instead of 130W, a 65W reduction.

Trade-offs

❌Worse for gaming: lower average FPS than Xeon E5-2667 v2 across 50 shared CPU benchmark tests.
❌Lower PassMark (11,928 vs 12,186).
❌Smaller total L3 cache (16 MB vs 20 MB).
❌Less compelling for workstation-style loads than Xeon E5-2667 v2, which brings 8 cores / 16 threads and 40 PCIe lanes.

Xeon E5-2667 v2

2013

Why buy it

✅Better for gaming: +11.3% higher average FPS across 50 shared CPU benchmark tests.
✅+25% larger total L3 cache (20 MB vs 16 MB).
✅Better for workstations and heavier parallel workloads: 8 cores / 16 threads, plus 40 PCIe lanes vs 24.
✅66.7% more PCIe lanes (40 vs 24) for storage and expansion-heavy builds.

Trade-offs

❌Lower PassMark per dollar, at 40.6 vs 120.5 PassMark/$ ($300 MSRP vs $99 MSRP).
❌100% higher power demand at 130W vs 65W.

Quick Answers

So, is Xeon E5-2667 v2 better than Ryzen 3 3100?

Not really, because they are built for different jobs. Xeon E5-2667 v2 makes more sense for workstation-style multi-core throughput, while Ryzen 3 3100 is the more practical desktop choice for gaming, platform cost, and everyday use.

Which one is better for gaming?

If gaming is the priority, Xeon E5-2667 v2 is the better pick. According to our tests, it delivers 11.3% more average FPS across 50 shared CPU game tests.

Which one is better for streaming, content creation, and heavy multitasking?

For streaming, content creation, and heavier multitasking, Xeon E5-2667 v2 is the stronger fit. You are getting 2.2% better PassMark, backed by 8 cores and 16 threads. It also has the larger cache pool with 25% larger total L3 cache (20 MB vs 16 MB).

Which one is the smarter buy today, not just the cheaper CPU?

Xeon E5-2667 v2 is still the better call for a fresh build. Xeon E5-2667 v2 comes in 203.0% more expensive on MSRP at $300 MSRP versus $99 MSRP, and it still gives you a 11.3% average FPS lead across 50 shared CPU game tests in our data. Ryzen 3 3100 only looks stronger on raw value math because it is so cheap, but its absolute performance tier is too low to be the better recommendation now. At roughly 11,928 PassMark with 4 cores and 8 threads, it only really makes sense as a bare-minimum stopgap or a very constrained existing-platform upgrade.

Which one is more future-proof for 2026 and beyond?

Ryzen 3 3100 makes more sense long term for 2026 and beyond. You are getting a newer CPU generation (2020 vs 2013). That makes it the safer long-term bet.

Ryzen 3 3100 vs Xeon E5-2667 v2 Technical Specifications

Side-by-side specs, architecture details, clocks, memory, power, and platform differences.

Ryzen 3 3100

The Ryzen 3 3100 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 24 April 2020 (5 years ago). It is based on the Matisse (Zen 2) (2019−2020) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.6 GHz, with boost up to 3.9 GHz. L3 cache: 16 MB (total). L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 7 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 11,928 points. Launch price was $99.

Xeon E5-2667 v2

The Xeon E5-2667 v2 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 September 2013 (12 years ago). It is based on the Ivy Bridge-EP (2013) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 3.3 GHz, with boost up to 4 GHz. L3 cache: 20 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA2011. Thermal design power (TDP): 130 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 12,186 points. Launch price was $2,300.

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Processing Power

The Ryzen 3 3100 packs 4 cores / 8 threads, while the Xeon E5-2667 v2 offers 8 cores / 16 threads — the Xeon E5-2667 v2 has 4 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.9 GHz on the Ryzen 3 3100 versus 4 GHz on the Xeon E5-2667 v2 — a 2.5% clock advantage for the Xeon E5-2667 v2 (base: 3.6 GHz vs 3.3 GHz). The Ryzen 3 3100 uses the Matisse (Zen 2) (2019−2020) architecture (7 nm), while the Xeon E5-2667 v2 uses Ivy Bridge-EP (2013) (22 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen 3 3100 scores 11,928 against the Xeon E5-2667 v2's 12,186 — a 2.1% lead for the Xeon E5-2667 v2. L3 cache: 16 MB (total) on the Ryzen 3 3100 vs 20 MB (total) on the Xeon E5-2667 v2.

Feature	Ryzen 3 3100	Xeon E5-2667 v2
Cores / Threads	4 / 8	8 / 16+100%
Boost Clock	3.9 GHz	4 GHz+3%
Base Clock	3.6 GHz+9%	3.3 GHz
L3 Cache	16 MB (total)	20 MB (total)+25%
L2 Cache	512K (per core)+100%	256 kB (per core)
Process	7 nm-68%	22 nm
Architecture	Matisse (Zen 2) (2019−2020)	Ivy Bridge-EP (2013)
PassMark	11,928	12,186+2%

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Memory & Platform

The Ryzen 3 3100 uses the AM4 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Xeon E5-2667 v2 uses LGA2011 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR4-3200 on the Ryzen 3 3100 versus DDR3-1866 on the Xeon E5-2667 v2 — the Ryzen 3 3100 supports 71.5% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Xeon E5-2667 v2 supports up to 768 GB of RAM compared to 128 GB — 500% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 2 (Ryzen 3 3100) vs 4 (Xeon E5-2667 v2). PCIe lanes: 24 (Ryzen 3 3100) vs 40 (Xeon E5-2667 v2) — the Xeon E5-2667 v2 offers 16 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: AMD 500 series,AMD 400 series,AMD 300 series (Ryzen 3 3100) and Intel X79,Intel C602 (Xeon E5-2667 v2).

Feature	Ryzen 3 3100	Xeon E5-2667 v2
Socket	AM4	LGA2011
PCIe Generation	PCIe 4.0+33%	PCIe 3.0
Max RAM Speed	DDR4-3200+71%	DDR3-1866
Max RAM Capacity	128 GB	768 GB+500%
RAM Channels	2	4+100%
ECC Support	Yes	Yes
PCIe Lanes	24	40+67%

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Advanced Features

Virtualization: AMD-V (Ryzen 3 3100) / not specified (Xeon E5-2667 v2). Primary use case: Ryzen 3 3100 targets Desktop.

Feature	Ryzen 3 3100	Xeon E5-2667 v2
Integrated GPU	No	No
Unlocked	Yes	—
AVX-512	No	—
Virtualization	AMD-V	—
Target Use	Desktop	—

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Value Analysis

At launch, the Ryzen 3 3100 was priced at $99, while the Xeon E5-2667 v2 came in at $300. On launch pricing ($99 vs $300), Ryzen 3 3100 was $201 cheaper. In terms of value on MSRP (PassMark points per dollar), the Ryzen 3 3100 delivers 120.5 pts/$ vs 40.6 pts/$ for the Xeon E5-2667 v2 — making the Ryzen 3 3100 the 99.1% better value option.

Feature	Ryzen 3 3100	Xeon E5-2667 v2
MSRP	$99-67%	$300
Performance per Dollar	120.5+197%	40.6
Release Date	2020	2013

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