Ryzen Embedded R1606G vs Xeon E5-1607 v2

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Ryzen Embedded R1606G

2 / 4

4,162

+0.5%

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7965WX

Xeon E5-1607 v2

4 / 4

4,141

0.0%

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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.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Xeon E5-1607 v2

#1

Xeon Platinum 8454H

MSRP: $6540|Avg: N/A

12550%

#6

Xeon Gold 6240R

MSRP: $2444|Avg: N/A

2370%

#10

Xeon 6337P

MSRP: $60|Avg: $5

2105%

#15

EPYC 9174F

MSRP: $194|Avg: $30

1626%

#398

Xeon w9-3595X

MSRP: $5889|Avg: $6000

100%

#399

Xeon W-3365

MSRP: $3499|Avg: $3499

99%

#400

EPYC 7713P

MSRP: $5010|Avg: $2443

98%

#401

Xeon W-2145

MSRP: $1113|Avg: $145

98%

#402

EPYC 9475F

MSRP: $7592|Avg: $7592

97%

#403

Xeon Gold 6554S

MSRP: $3157|Avg: $2836

97%

#676

Xeon E5-1607 v2

MSRP: $250|Avg: $68

100%

#678

Xeon W5590

MSRP: $202|Avg: $30

100%

#683

Xeon E5-1603 v3

MSRP: $273|Avg: $40

99%

#684

Xeon E3-1270

MSRP: $330|Avg: $178

98%

#691

Xeon E5-1650 v2

MSRP: $583|Avg: $60

96%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

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🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Generational Difference: This comparison involves processors from different technological eras. The Ryzen Embedded R1606G (2019) utilizes 14 nm technology and DDR4-2400, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Ryzen Embedded R1606G	Xeon E5-1607 v2
Gaming	✅ Superior gaming performance	❌ Lower gaming performance
Workstation	✅ Better multi-core power	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks
Price	✅ More affordable ($0)	⚠️ Higher cost ($68)
Longevity	✨ Modern (Zen (2017−2020) / 14 nm)	🛑 Legacy (Ivy Bridge-E (2013) / 22 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Xeon E5-1607 v2 (2013) relies on 22 nm technology and DDR3-800, DDR3-1066, DDR3-1333, DDR3-1600, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Ryzen Embedded R1606G	Xeon E5-1607 v2
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅ More affordable ($0)	⚠️ Higher cost ($68)

Performance Check

Paired with RTX 4090

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.

Ryzen Embedded R1606G Benchmark Check

Xeon E5-1607 v2 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Ryzen Embedded R1606G and Xeon E5-1607 v2

Ryzen Embedded R1606G

The Ryzen Embedded R1606G 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 2.6 GHz, with boost up to 3.5 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: 4,162 points. Launch price was $69.

Xeon E5-1607 v2

The Xeon E5-1607 v2 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2015-01-01. It is based on the Ivy Bridge-E (2013) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3 GHz, with boost up to 3 GHz. L3 cache: 10 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA2011. Thermal design power (TDP): 130 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-800, DDR3-1066, DDR3-1333, DDR3-1600. Passmark benchmark score: 4,141 points. Launch price was $800.

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Processing Power

The Ryzen Embedded R1606G packs 2 cores / 4 threads, while the Xeon E5-1607 v2 offers 4 cores / 4 threads — the Xeon E5-1607 v2 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.5 GHz on the Ryzen Embedded R1606G versus 3 GHz on the Xeon E5-1607 v2 — a 15.4% clock advantage for the Ryzen Embedded R1606G (base: 2.6 GHz vs 3 GHz). The Ryzen Embedded R1606G uses the Zen (2017−2020) architecture (14 nm), while the Xeon E5-1607 v2 uses Ivy Bridge-E (2013) (22 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen Embedded R1606G scores 4,162 against the Xeon E5-1607 v2's 4,141 — a 0.5% lead for the Ryzen Embedded R1606G. L3 cache: 4 MB (total) on the Ryzen Embedded R1606G vs 10 MB (total) on the Xeon E5-1607 v2.

Feature	Ryzen Embedded R1606G	Xeon E5-1607 v2
Cores / Threads	2 / 4	4 / 4+100%
Boost Clock	3.5 GHz+17%	3 GHz
Base Clock	2.6 GHz	3 GHz+15%
L3 Cache	4 MB (total)	10 MB (total)+150%
L2 Cache	512 kB (per core)+100%	256K (per core)
Process	14 nm-36%	22 nm
Architecture	Zen (2017−2020)	Ivy Bridge-E (2013)
PassMark	4,162	4,141

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Memory & Platform

The Ryzen Embedded R1606G uses the FP5 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Xeon E5-1607 v2 uses LGA2011 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.

Feature	Ryzen Embedded R1606G	Xeon E5-1607 v2
Socket	FP5	LGA2011
PCIe Generation	PCIe 3.0	PCIe 3.0

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Value Analysis

The Ryzen Embedded R1606G launched at $0 MSRP, while the Xeon E5-1607 v2 debuted at $250. At current prices ($0 vs $68), the Ryzen Embedded R1606G is $68 cheaper.