
Ryzen 5 PRO 2400GE vs Xeon X7550

Ryzen 5 PRO 2400GE

Xeon X7550
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
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Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 5 PRO 2400GE
Performance Per Dollar Xeon X7550
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Ryzen 5 PRO 2400GE | Xeon X7550 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($50) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($1,400) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Raven Ridge (2017−2019) / 14 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Legacy / 45 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Ryzen 5 PRO 2400GE | Xeon X7550 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+2669%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($50) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($1,400) |
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 PRO 2400GE and Xeon X7550

Ryzen 5 PRO 2400GE
The Ryzen 5 PRO 2400GE is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 10 May 2018 (7 years ago). It is based on the Raven Ridge (2017−2019) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.2 GHz, with boost up to 3.8 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2933. Passmark benchmark score: 7,787 points. Launch price was $149.

Xeon X7550
The Xeon X7550 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2015-01-01. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 2 GHz, with boost up to 2.4 GHz. L3 cache: 18 MB L3 Cache. Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1567. Thermal design power (TDP): 130 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-800, DDR3-978, DDR3-1066, DDR3-1333, Speed-1066. Passmark benchmark score: 7,873 points. Launch price was $800.
Processing Power
The Ryzen 5 PRO 2400GE packs 4 cores / 8 threads, while the Xeon X7550 offers 8 cores / 16 threads — the Xeon X7550 has 4 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.8 GHz on the Ryzen 5 PRO 2400GE versus 2.4 GHz on the Xeon X7550 — a 45.2% clock advantage for the Ryzen 5 PRO 2400GE (base: 3.2 GHz vs 2 GHz). The Ryzen 5 PRO 2400GE is built on the Raven Ridge (2017−2019) architecture. In PassMark, the Ryzen 5 PRO 2400GE scores 7,787 against the Xeon X7550's 7,873 — a 1.1% lead for the Xeon X7550. L3 cache: 4 MB (total) on the Ryzen 5 PRO 2400GE vs 18 MB L3 Cache on the Xeon X7550.
| Feature | Ryzen 5 PRO 2400GE | Xeon X7550 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 8 | 8 / 16+100% |
| Boost Clock | 3.8 GHz+58% | 2.4 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.2 GHz+60% | 2 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 4 MB (total) | 18 MB L3 Cache+350% |
| L2 Cache | 512 kB (per core) | — |
| Process | 14 nm-69% | 45 nm |
| Architecture | Raven Ridge (2017−2019) | — |
| PassMark | 7,787 | 7,873+1% |
Memory & Platform
The Ryzen 5 PRO 2400GE uses the AM4 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Xeon X7550 uses LGA1567 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Ryzen 5 PRO 2400GE | Xeon X7550 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM4 | LGA1567 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0+50% | PCIe 2.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | — | DDR3-1333 |
| RAM Channels | — | 4 |
| ECC Support | — | ✅ |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: not specified (Ryzen 5 PRO 2400GE) / VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Xeon X7550). Primary use case: Xeon X7550 targets Server. Direct competitor: Xeon X7550 rivals Core i7-980X.
| Feature | Ryzen 5 PRO 2400GE | Xeon X7550 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | — | No |
| Unlocked | — | No |
| AVX-512 | — | No |
| Virtualization | — | VT-x, VT-d, EPT |
| Target Use | — | Server |
Value Analysis
The Ryzen 5 PRO 2400GE launched at $169 MSRP, while the Xeon X7550 debuted at $1500. At current prices ($50 vs $1400), the Ryzen 5 PRO 2400GE is $1350 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Ryzen 5 PRO 2400GE delivers 155.7 pts/$ vs 5.6 pts/$ for the Xeon X7550 — making the Ryzen 5 PRO 2400GE the 186.1% better value option.
| Feature | Ryzen 5 PRO 2400GE | Xeon X7550 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $169-89% | $1500 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $50-96% | $1400 |
| Performance per Dollar | 155.7+2680% | 5.6 |
| Release Date | 2018 | 2010 |
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