CPU
GPU
Ryzen Embedded V1756B
Xeon E5-2660
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.
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Performance Per Dollar Ryzen Embedded V1756B
Performance Per Dollar Xeon E5-2660
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Ryzen Embedded V1756B | Xeon E5-2660 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($250) | ✅ More affordable ($65) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Zen (2017−2020) / 14 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Sandy Bridge-EP (2012) / 32 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Ryzen Embedded V1756B | Xeon E5-2660 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+283%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($250) | ✅ More affordable ($65) |
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 V1756B and Xeon E5-2660
Ryzen Embedded V1756B
The Ryzen Embedded V1756B is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 21 February 2018 (7 years ago). It is based on the Zen (2017−2020) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.25 GHz, with boost up to 3.6 GHz. L3 cache: 2 MB (total). L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: FP5. Thermal design power (TDP): 45 Watt. Memory support: DDR4 Dual-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 8,107 points. Launch price was $149.
Xeon E5-2660
The Xeon E5-2660 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 6 March 2012 (13 years ago). It is based on the Sandy Bridge-EP (2012) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 2.2 GHz, with boost up to 3 GHz. L3 cache: 20480 kB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: LGA2011. Thermal design power (TDP): 95 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 8,067 points. Launch price was $85.
Processing Power
The Ryzen Embedded V1756B packs 4 cores / 8 threads, while the Xeon E5-2660 offers 8 cores / 16 threads — the Xeon E5-2660 has 4 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.6 GHz on the Ryzen Embedded V1756B versus 3 GHz on the Xeon E5-2660 — a 18.2% clock advantage for the Ryzen Embedded V1756B (base: 3.25 GHz vs 2.2 GHz). The Ryzen Embedded V1756B uses the Zen (2017−2020) architecture (14 nm), while the Xeon E5-2660 uses Sandy Bridge-EP (2012) (32 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen Embedded V1756B scores 8,107 against the Xeon E5-2660's 8,067 — a 0.5% lead for the Ryzen Embedded V1756B. L3 cache: 2 MB (total) on the Ryzen Embedded V1756B vs 20480 kB (total) on the Xeon E5-2660.
| Feature | Ryzen Embedded V1756B | Xeon E5-2660 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 8 | 8 / 16+100% |
| Boost Clock | 3.6 GHz+20% | 3 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.25 GHz+48% | 2.2 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 2 MB (total) | 20480 kB (total)+900% |
| L2 Cache | 512K (per core)+100% | 256 kB (per core) |
| Process | 14 nm-56% | 32 nm |
| Architecture | Zen (2017−2020) | Sandy Bridge-EP (2012) |
| PassMark | 8,107 | 8,067 |
Memory & Platform
The Ryzen Embedded V1756B uses the FP5 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Xeon E5-2660 uses LGA2011 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Ryzen Embedded V1756B | Xeon E5-2660 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FP5 | LGA2011 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0+50% | PCIe 2.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | — | DDR3-1600 |
| Max RAM Capacity | — | 384 GB |
| RAM Channels | — | 4 |
| ECC Support | — | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | — | 40 |
Value Analysis
The Ryzen Embedded V1756B launched at $250 MSRP, while the Xeon E5-2660 debuted at $1329. At current prices ($250 vs $65), the Xeon E5-2660 is $185 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Ryzen Embedded V1756B delivers 32.4 pts/$ vs 124.1 pts/$ for the Xeon E5-2660 — making the Xeon E5-2660 the 117.1% better value option.
| Feature | Ryzen Embedded V1756B | Xeon E5-2660 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $250-81% | $1329 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $250 | $65-74% |
| Performance per Dollar | 32.4 | 124.1+283% |
| Release Date | 2018 | 2012 |
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