Xeon 5130 vs Ryzen 7 7800X3D
Xeon 5130
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Ryzen 7 7800X3D
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. The Xeon 5130 is positioned at rank #1005 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Xeon 5130
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 7 7800X3D
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon 5130 | Ryzen 7 7800X3D |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($10) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($384) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Woodcrest (2006) / 65 nm) | ✨ Modern (Raphael (Zen4) (2022−2023) / 5 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon 5130 | Ryzen 7 7800X3D |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+32%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($10) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($384) |
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 Xeon 5130 and Ryzen 7 7800X3D
Xeon 5130
The Xeon 5130 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in Junho 2006 (19 years ago). It is based on the Woodcrest (2006) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 2 GHz, with boost up to 2 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 4 MB. Built on 65 nm process technology. Socket: LGA771. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR2. Passmark benchmark score: 1,175 points. Launch price was $16.
Ryzen 7 7800X3D
The Ryzen 7 7800X3D is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 4 January 2023 (2 years ago). It is based on the Raphael (Zen4) (2022−2023) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 4.4 GHz, with boost up to 5 GHz. L3 cache: 96 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 5 nm process technology. Socket: AM5. Thermal design power (TDP): 120 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-5200. Passmark benchmark score: 34,293 points. Launch price was $449.
Processing Power
The Xeon 5130 packs 2 cores / 2 threads, while the Ryzen 7 7800X3D offers 8 cores / 16 threads — the Ryzen 7 7800X3D has 6 more cores. Boost clocks reach 2 GHz on the Xeon 5130 versus 5 GHz on the Ryzen 7 7800X3D — a 85.7% clock advantage for the Ryzen 7 7800X3D (base: 2 GHz vs 4.4 GHz). The Xeon 5130 uses the Woodcrest (2006) architecture (65 nm), while the Ryzen 7 7800X3D uses Raphael (Zen4) (2022−2023) (5 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon 5130 scores 1,175 against the Ryzen 7 7800X3D's 34,293 — a 186.7% lead for the Ryzen 7 7800X3D. L3 cache: 0 kB on the Xeon 5130 vs 96 MB (total) on the Ryzen 7 7800X3D.
| Feature | Xeon 5130 | Ryzen 7 7800X3D |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2 | 8 / 16+300% |
| Boost Clock | 2 GHz | 5 GHz+150% |
| Base Clock | 2 GHz | 4.4 GHz+120% |
| L3 Cache | 0 kB | 96 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 4 MB+300% | 1 MB (per core) |
| Process | 65 nm | 5 nm-92% |
| Architecture | Woodcrest (2006) | Raphael (Zen4) (2022−2023) |
| PassMark | 1,175 | 34,293+2819% |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 18,500 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 2,700 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 15,000 |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon 5130 uses the LGA771 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Ryzen 7 7800X3D uses AM5 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Xeon 5130 | Ryzen 7 7800X3D |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA771 | AM5 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 5.0+150% |
| Max RAM Speed | — | DDR5-5200 |
| Max RAM Capacity | — | 128 GB |
| RAM Channels | — | 2 |
| ECC Support | — | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | — | 28 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: not specified (Xeon 5130) / AMD-V (Ryzen 7 7800X3D). The Ryzen 7 7800X3D includes integrated graphics (AMD Radeon Graphics (2-core)), while the Xeon 5130 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Ryzen 7 7800X3D targets Gaming. Direct competitor: Ryzen 7 7800X3D rivals Intel Core i7-14700K.
| Feature | Xeon 5130 | Ryzen 7 7800X3D |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | — | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | AMD Radeon Graphics (2-core) |
| Unlocked | — | Yes |
| AVX-512 | — | Yes |
| Virtualization | — | AMD-V |
| Target Use | — | Gaming |
Value Analysis
The Xeon 5130 launched at $316 MSRP, while the Ryzen 7 7800X3D debuted at $449. At current prices ($10 vs $384), the Xeon 5130 is $374 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon 5130 delivers 117.5 pts/$ vs 89.3 pts/$ for the Ryzen 7 7800X3D — making the Xeon 5130 the 27.3% better value option.
| Feature | Xeon 5130 | Ryzen 7 7800X3D |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $316-30% | $449 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $10-97% | $384 |
| Performance per Dollar | 117.5+32% | 89.3 |
| Release Date | 2006 | 2023 |
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