Ryzen 7 PRO 4750G vs Xeon E5-2699 v3

Ryzen 7 PRO 4750G vs Xeon E5-2699 v3 Performance Spectrum

Ryzen 7 PRO 4750G

8 / 16

20,227

+1.0%

Ryzen Threadripper 3960X

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX

Ryzen Threadripper 9960X

Xeon E5-2699 v3

18 / 36

20,028

0.0%

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.

Ryzen 7 PRO 4750G vs Xeon E5-2699 v3 FPS Benchmarks

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

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Ryzen 7 PRO 4750G vs Xeon E5-2699 v3: Pros, Cons & Final Verdict

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

Ryzen 7 PRO 4750G

2020

Why buy it

✅Better for gaming: +3.3% higher average FPS across 50 shared CPU benchmark tests.
✅Draws 65W instead of 145W, a 80W reduction.
✅Integrated graphics onboard with Radeon Vega 8, while Xeon E5-2699 v3 needs a discrete GPU.
✅Includes a boxed cooler (Yes), unlike Xeon E5-2699 v3.

Trade-offs

❌Smaller total L3 cache (8 MB vs 45 MB).
❌Less compelling for workstation-style loads than Xeon E5-2699 v3, which brings 18 cores / 36 threads and 40 PCIe lanes.
❌Launch MSRP is still $309 MSRP, while Xeon E5-2699 v3 mostly shows up through inconsistent older-market listings.

Xeon E5-2699 v3

2014

Why buy it

✅+462.5% larger total L3 cache (45 MB vs 8 MB).
✅Better for workstations and heavier parallel workloads: 18 cores / 36 threads, plus 40 PCIe lanes vs 16.
✅150% more PCIe lanes (40 vs 16) for storage and expansion-heavy builds.

Trade-offs

❌Worse for gaming: lower average FPS than Ryzen 7 PRO 4750G across 50 shared CPU benchmark tests.
❌Lower PassMark (20,028 vs 20,227).
❌123.1% higher power demand at 145W vs 65W.
❌No integrated graphics, while Ryzen 7 PRO 4750G can still boot and troubleshoot without a discrete GPU.
❌No boxed cooler included, unlike Ryzen 7 PRO 4750G.

Quick Answers

So, is Ryzen 7 PRO 4750G better than Xeon E5-2699 v3?

Not really, because they are built for different jobs. Xeon E5-2699 v3 makes more sense for workstation-style multi-core throughput, while Ryzen 7 PRO 4750G is the more practical desktop choice for gaming, platform cost, and everyday use.

Which one is better for gaming?

If gaming is the priority, Ryzen 7 PRO 4750G is the better pick. According to our tests, it delivers 3.3% 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, Ryzen 7 PRO 4750G is the stronger fit. You are getting 1% better PassMark, backed by 8 cores and 16 threads.

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

Ryzen 7 PRO 4750G is the better buy right now. Ryzen 7 PRO 4750G comes in at an unclear MSRP at $309 MSRP versus unclear MSRP, and it still gives you a 3.3% average FPS lead across 50 shared CPU game tests in our data. It is also 100.0% better value on MSRP (65.5 vs 0.0 PassMark/$), so you are getting the faster CPU without taking a value hit on paper.

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

Ryzen 7 PRO 4750G makes more sense long term for 2026 and beyond. You are getting a newer CPU generation (2020 vs 2014) and more multi-core headroom with 8 cores / 16 threads instead of 18/36. That extra compute headroom is more likely to matter as games, background tasks, and creator workloads get heavier.

Ryzen 7 PRO 4750G vs Xeon E5-2699 v3 Technical Specifications

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

Ryzen 7 PRO 4750G

The Ryzen 7 PRO 4750G is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 21 July 2020 (5 years ago). It is based on the Renoir (2020−2023) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 3.6 GHz, with boost up to 4.4 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB. L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 7 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 20,227 points. Launch price was $299.

Xeon E5-2699 v3

The Xeon E5-2699 v3 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2015-01-01. It is based on the Haswell-EP (2014−2015) architecture. It features 18 cores and 36 threads. Base frequency is 2.3 GHz, with boost up to 3.6 GHz. L3 cache: 45 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA2011. Thermal design power (TDP): 145 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-1600, DDR4-1866, DDR4-2133. Passmark benchmark score: 20,028 points. Launch price was $800.

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Processing Power

The Ryzen 7 PRO 4750G packs 8 cores / 16 threads, while the Xeon E5-2699 v3 offers 18 cores / 36 threads — the Xeon E5-2699 v3 has 10 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.4 GHz on the Ryzen 7 PRO 4750G versus 3.6 GHz on the Xeon E5-2699 v3 — a 20% clock advantage for the Ryzen 7 PRO 4750G (base: 3.6 GHz vs 2.3 GHz). The Ryzen 7 PRO 4750G uses the Renoir (2020−2023) architecture (7 nm), while the Xeon E5-2699 v3 uses Haswell-EP (2014−2015) (22 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen 7 PRO 4750G scores 20,227 against the Xeon E5-2699 v3's 20,028 — a 1% lead for the Ryzen 7 PRO 4750G. L3 cache: 8 MB on the Ryzen 7 PRO 4750G vs 45 MB (total) on the Xeon E5-2699 v3.

Feature	Ryzen 7 PRO 4750G	Xeon E5-2699 v3
Cores / Threads	8 / 16	18 / 36+125%
Boost Clock	4.4 GHz+22%	3.6 GHz
Base Clock	3.6 GHz+57%	2.3 GHz
L3 Cache	8 MB	45 MB (total)+463%
L2 Cache	512 kB (per core)+100%	256K (per core)
Process	7 nm-68%	22 nm
Architecture	Renoir (2020−2023)	Haswell-EP (2014−2015)
PassMark	20,227	20,028
Cinebench R23 Multi	12,814	—
Geekbench 6 Single	1,627	—
Geekbench 6 Multi	7,556	—

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Memory & Platform

The Ryzen 7 PRO 4750G uses the AM4 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Xeon E5-2699 v3 uses LGA2011 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR4-3200 on the Ryzen 7 PRO 4750G versus 2400 on the Xeon E5-2699 v3 — the Ryzen 7 PRO 4750G supports 33.3% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Xeon E5-2699 v3 supports up to 1536 GB of RAM compared to 128 GB — 1100% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 2 (Ryzen 7 PRO 4750G) vs 4 (Xeon E5-2699 v3). PCIe lanes: 16 (Ryzen 7 PRO 4750G) vs 40 (Xeon E5-2699 v3) — the Xeon E5-2699 v3 offers 24 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: Socket AM4 (Ryzen 7 PRO 4750G) and C612 (Xeon E5-2699 v3).

Feature	Ryzen 7 PRO 4750G	Xeon E5-2699 v3
Socket	AM4	LGA2011
PCIe Generation	PCIe 3.0	PCIe 3.0
Max RAM Speed	DDR4-3200+33%	2400
Max RAM Capacity	128 GB	1536 GB+1100%
RAM Channels	2	4+100%
ECC Support	Yes	Yes
PCIe Lanes	16	40+150%

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Advanced Features

Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: AMD-V (Ryzen 7 PRO 4750G) vs VT-x, VT-d (Xeon E5-2699 v3). The Ryzen 7 PRO 4750G includes integrated graphics (Radeon Vega 8), while the Xeon E5-2699 v3 requires a dedicated GPU. Direct competitor: Xeon E5-2699 v3 rivals Xeon Silver 4114.