
Ryzen 5 PRO 5650G vs Xeon W-2150B

Ryzen 5 PRO 5650G

Xeon W-2150B
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 PRO 5650G
Performance Per Dollar Xeon W-2150B
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Ryzen 5 PRO 5650G | Xeon W-2150B |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($160) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($400) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Cezanne (2021−2025) / 7 nm) | ✨ Modern (Skylake (server) (2017−2018) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Ryzen 5 PRO 5650G | Xeon W-2150B |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+150%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($160) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($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 5650G and Xeon W-2150B

Ryzen 5 PRO 5650G
The Ryzen 5 PRO 5650G is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 1 June 2021 (4 years ago). It is based on the Cezanne (2021−2025) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 3.9 GHz, with boost up to 4.4 GHz. L3 cache: 16 MB. L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 7 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 20,465 points. Launch price was $299.

Xeon W-2150B
The Xeon W-2150B is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2015-01-01. It is based on the Skylake (server) (2017−2018) architecture. It features 10 cores and 20 threads. Base frequency is 3 GHz, with boost up to 4.5 GHz. L3 cache: 13.75 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA2066. Thermal design power (TDP): 120 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2666. Passmark benchmark score: 20,486 points. Launch price was $800.
Processing Power
The Ryzen 5 PRO 5650G packs 6 cores / 12 threads, while the Xeon W-2150B offers 10 cores / 20 threads — the Xeon W-2150B has 4 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.4 GHz on the Ryzen 5 PRO 5650G versus 4.5 GHz on the Xeon W-2150B — a 2.2% clock advantage for the Xeon W-2150B (base: 3.9 GHz vs 3 GHz). The Ryzen 5 PRO 5650G uses the Cezanne (2021−2025) architecture (7 nm), while the Xeon W-2150B uses Skylake (server) (2017−2018) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen 5 PRO 5650G scores 20,465 against the Xeon W-2150B's 20,486 — a 0.1% lead for the Xeon W-2150B. L3 cache: 16 MB on the Ryzen 5 PRO 5650G vs 13.75 MB (total) on the Xeon W-2150B.
| Feature | Ryzen 5 PRO 5650G | Xeon W-2150B |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 6 / 12 | 10 / 20+67% |
| Boost Clock | 4.4 GHz | 4.5 GHz+2% |
| Base Clock | 3.9 GHz+30% | 3 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 16 MB+16% | 13.75 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 512K (per core) | 1 MB (per core)+100% |
| Process | 7 nm-50% | 14 nm |
| Architecture | Cezanne (2021−2025) | Skylake (server) (2017−2018) |
| PassMark | 20,465 | 20,486 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 11,463 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 1,410 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 8,324 |
Memory & Platform
The Ryzen 5 PRO 5650G uses the AM4 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Xeon W-2150B uses LGA2066 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Ryzen 5 PRO 5650G | Xeon W-2150B |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM4 | LGA2066 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | — | DDR4-2666 |
| Max RAM Capacity | — | 512 GB |
| RAM Channels | — | 4 |
| ECC Support | — | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | — | 48 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: not specified (Ryzen 5 PRO 5650G) / VT-x, VT-d (Xeon W-2150B).
| Feature | Ryzen 5 PRO 5650G | Xeon W-2150B |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | — | No |
| Unlocked | — | No |
| AVX-512 | — | Yes |
| Virtualization | — | VT-x, VT-d |
Value Analysis
The Ryzen 5 PRO 5650G launched at $259 MSRP, while the Xeon W-2150B debuted at $499. At current prices ($160 vs $400), the Ryzen 5 PRO 5650G is $240 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Ryzen 5 PRO 5650G delivers 127.9 pts/$ vs 51.2 pts/$ for the Xeon W-2150B — making the Ryzen 5 PRO 5650G the 85.6% better value option.
| Feature | Ryzen 5 PRO 5650G | Xeon W-2150B |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $259-48% | $499 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $160-60% | $400 |
| Performance per Dollar | 127.9+150% | 51.2 |
| Release Date | 2021 | 2017 |
Top Performing CPUs
The most powerful cpus ranked by PassMark CPU Mark benchmark scores.

















