Ryzen Embedded R2312 vs Xeon E3-1225
Ryzen Embedded R2312
Xeon E3-1225
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Ryzen Embedded R2312
Performance Per Dollar Xeon E3-1225
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Ryzen Embedded R2312 | Xeon E3-1225 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($150) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($205) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Picasso (2019−2022) / 12 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) / 32 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Ryzen Embedded R2312 | Xeon E3-1225 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+38%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($150) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($205) |
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 R2312 and Xeon E3-1225
Ryzen Embedded R2312
The Ryzen Embedded R2312 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 21 June 2022 (3 years ago). It is based on the Picasso (2019−2022) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.7 GHz, with boost up to 3.5 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 12 nm process technology. Socket: FP5. Thermal design power (TDP): 15 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 3,952 points. Launch price was $69.
Xeon E3-1225
The Xeon E3-1225 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 3 April 2011 (14 years ago). It is based on the Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.1 GHz, with boost up to 3.4 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1155. Thermal design power (TDP): 95 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 3,903 points. Launch price was $150.
Processing Power
The Ryzen Embedded R2312 packs 2 cores / 4 threads, while the Xeon E3-1225 offers 4 cores / 4 threads — the Xeon E3-1225 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.5 GHz on the Ryzen Embedded R2312 versus 3.4 GHz on the Xeon E3-1225 — a 2.9% clock advantage for the Ryzen Embedded R2312 (base: 2.7 GHz vs 3.1 GHz). The Ryzen Embedded R2312 uses the Picasso (2019−2022) architecture (12 nm), while the Xeon E3-1225 uses Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) (32 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen Embedded R2312 scores 3,952 against the Xeon E3-1225's 3,903 — a 1.2% lead for the Ryzen Embedded R2312. L3 cache: 4 MB (total) on the Ryzen Embedded R2312 vs 6 MB (total) on the Xeon E3-1225.
| Feature | Ryzen Embedded R2312 | Xeon E3-1225 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 4 | 4 / 4+100% |
| Boost Clock | 3.5 GHz+3% | 3.4 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.7 GHz | 3.1 GHz+15% |
| L3 Cache | 4 MB (total) | 6 MB (total)+50% |
| L2 Cache | 512 kB (per core)+100% | 256 kB (per core) |
| Process | 12 nm-63% | 32 nm |
| Architecture | Picasso (2019−2022) | Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) |
| PassMark | 3,952+1% | 3,903 |
Memory & Platform
The Ryzen Embedded R2312 uses the FP5 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Xeon E3-1225 uses LGA1155 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Ryzen Embedded R2312 | Xeon E3-1225 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FP5 | LGA1155 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0+50% | PCIe 2.0 |
Value Analysis
The Ryzen Embedded R2312 launched at $150 MSRP, while the Xeon E3-1225 debuted at $224. At current prices ($150 vs $205), the Ryzen Embedded R2312 is $55 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Ryzen Embedded R2312 delivers 26.3 pts/$ vs 19.0 pts/$ for the Xeon E3-1225 — making the Ryzen Embedded R2312 the 32.2% better value option.
| Feature | Ryzen Embedded R2312 | Xeon E3-1225 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $150-33% | $224 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $150-27% | $205 |
| Performance per Dollar | 26.3+38% | 19.0 |
| Release Date | 2022 | 2011 |
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