Ryzen Embedded R1505G vs Xeon E5630
Ryzen Embedded R1505G
Xeon E5630
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. The Ryzen Embedded R1505G is positioned at rank 472 and the Xeon E5630 is on rank 639, so the Ryzen Embedded R1505G offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
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Performance Per Dollar Ryzen Embedded R1505G
Performance Per Dollar Xeon E5630
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Ryzen Embedded R1505G | Xeon E5630 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($80) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Zen (2017−2020) / 14 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Westmere-EP (2010−2011) / 32 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Ryzen Embedded R1505G | Xeon E5630 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($80) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
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 Embedded R1505G and Xeon E5630
Ryzen Embedded R1505G
The Ryzen Embedded R1505G is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 25 February 2020 (5 years ago). It is based on the Zen (2017−2020) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.4 GHz, with boost up to 3.3 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: FP5. Thermal design power (TDP): 25 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2400. Passmark benchmark score: 3,799 points. Launch price was $80.
Xeon E5630
The Xeon E5630 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 16 March 2010 (15 years ago). It is based on the Westmere-EP (2010−2011) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 2.53 GHz, with boost up to 2.8 GHz. L3 cache: 12 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1366. Thermal design power (TDP): 80 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 3,785 points. Launch price was $73.
Processing Power
The Ryzen Embedded R1505G packs 2 cores / 4 threads, while the Xeon E5630 offers 4 cores / 8 threads — the Xeon E5630 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.3 GHz on the Ryzen Embedded R1505G versus 2.8 GHz on the Xeon E5630 — a 16.4% clock advantage for the Ryzen Embedded R1505G (base: 2.4 GHz vs 2.53 GHz). The Ryzen Embedded R1505G uses the Zen (2017−2020) architecture (14 nm), while the Xeon E5630 uses Westmere-EP (2010−2011) (32 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen Embedded R1505G scores 3,799 against the Xeon E5630's 3,785 — a 0.4% lead for the Ryzen Embedded R1505G. L3 cache: 4 MB (total) on the Ryzen Embedded R1505G vs 12 MB (total) on the Xeon E5630.
| Feature | Ryzen Embedded R1505G | Xeon E5630 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 4 | 4 / 8+100% |
| Boost Clock | 3.3 GHz+18% | 2.8 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.4 GHz | 2.53 GHz+5% |
| L3 Cache | 4 MB (total) | 12 MB (total)+200% |
| L2 Cache | 512 kB (per core)+100% | 256 kB (per core) |
| Process | 14 nm-56% | 32 nm |
| Architecture | Zen (2017−2020) | Westmere-EP (2010−2011) |
| PassMark | 3,799 | 3,785 |
Memory & Platform
The Ryzen Embedded R1505G uses the FP5 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Xeon E5630 uses LGA1366 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Ryzen Embedded R1505G | Xeon E5630 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FP5 | LGA1366 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 4.0+33% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4-2400 | — |
| Max RAM Capacity | 32 GB | — |
| RAM Channels | 2 | — |
| ECC Support | ✅ | — |
| PCIe Lanes | 8 | — |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: AMD-V (Ryzen Embedded R1505G) / not specified (Xeon E5630). The Ryzen Embedded R1505G includes integrated graphics (Radeon Vega 3), while the Xeon E5630 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Ryzen Embedded R1505G targets Embedded.
| Feature | Ryzen Embedded R1505G | Xeon E5630 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | — |
| IGPU Model | Radeon Vega 3 | — |
| Unlocked | No | — |
| AVX-512 | No | — |
| Virtualization | AMD-V | — |
| Target Use | Embedded | — |
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