Ryzen 5 3400GE vs Xeon E5-2670
Ryzen 5 3400GE
Xeon E5-2670
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.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 5 3400GE
Performance Per Dollar Xeon E5-2670
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Ryzen 5 3400GE | Xeon E5-2670 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($80) | ✅ More affordable ($60) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Picasso (2019−2022) / 12 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Sandy Bridge-EP (2012) / 32 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Ryzen 5 3400GE | Xeon E5-2670 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+34%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($80) | ✅ More affordable ($60) |
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 5 3400GE and Xeon E5-2670
Ryzen 5 3400GE
The Ryzen 5 3400GE is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 7 July 2019 (6 years ago). It is based on the Picasso (2019−2022) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.3 GHz, with boost up to 4 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 12 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2933. Passmark benchmark score: 8,825 points. Launch price was $149.
Xeon E5-2670
The Xeon E5-2670 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 6 March 2012 (13 years ago). It is based on the Sandy Bridge-EP (2012) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 2.6 GHz, with boost up to 3.3 GHz. L3 cache: 20480 kB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: LGA2011. Thermal design power (TDP): 115 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 8,901 points. Launch price was $145.
Processing Power
The Ryzen 5 3400GE packs 4 cores / 8 threads, while the Xeon E5-2670 offers 8 cores / 16 threads — the Xeon E5-2670 has 4 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4 GHz on the Ryzen 5 3400GE versus 3.3 GHz on the Xeon E5-2670 — a 19.2% clock advantage for the Ryzen 5 3400GE (base: 3.3 GHz vs 2.6 GHz). The Ryzen 5 3400GE uses the Picasso (2019−2022) architecture (12 nm), while the Xeon E5-2670 uses Sandy Bridge-EP (2012) (32 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen 5 3400GE scores 8,825 against the Xeon E5-2670's 8,901 — a 0.9% lead for the Xeon E5-2670. L3 cache: 4 MB (total) on the Ryzen 5 3400GE vs 20480 kB (total) on the Xeon E5-2670.
| Feature | Ryzen 5 3400GE | Xeon E5-2670 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 8 | 8 / 16+100% |
| Boost Clock | 4 GHz+21% | 3.3 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.3 GHz+27% | 2.6 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 4 MB (total) | 20480 kB (total)+400% |
| L2 Cache | 512K (per core)+100% | 256 kB (per core) |
| Process | 12 nm-63% | 32 nm |
| Architecture | Picasso (2019−2022) | Sandy Bridge-EP (2012) |
| PassMark | 8,825 | 8,901 |
Memory & Platform
The Ryzen 5 3400GE uses the AM4 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Xeon E5-2670 uses LGA2011 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Ryzen 5 3400GE | Xeon E5-2670 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM4 | LGA2011 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0+50% | PCIe 2.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | — | DDR3-1600 |
| Max RAM Capacity | — | 384 GB |
| RAM Channels | — | 4 |
| ECC Support | — | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | — | 40 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: not specified (Ryzen 5 3400GE) / VT-x, VT-d (Xeon E5-2670). Primary use case: Xeon E5-2670 targets Server.
| Feature | Ryzen 5 3400GE | Xeon E5-2670 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | — | No |
| Unlocked | — | No |
| AVX-512 | — | No |
| Virtualization | — | VT-x, VT-d |
| Target Use | — | Server |
Value Analysis
The Ryzen 5 3400GE launched at $149 MSRP, while the Xeon E5-2670 debuted at $1552. At current prices ($80 vs $60), the Xeon E5-2670 is $20 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Ryzen 5 3400GE delivers 110.3 pts/$ vs 148.3 pts/$ for the Xeon E5-2670 — making the Xeon E5-2670 the 29.4% better value option.
| Feature | Ryzen 5 3400GE | Xeon E5-2670 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $149-90% | $1552 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $80 | $60-25% |
| Performance per Dollar | 110.3 | 148.3+34% |
| Release Date | 2019 | 2012 |
Top Performing CPUs
The most powerful cpus ranked by PassMark CPU Mark benchmark scores.
You May Also Compare
Similar CPU comparisons based on Ryzen 5 3400GE and Xeon E5-2670
