Xeon 6315P vs Xeon E5-4657L v2
Xeon 6315P
Xeon E5-4657L v2
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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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. The Xeon 6315P is positioned at rank 871 and the Xeon E5-4657L v2 is on rank 302, so the Xeon E5-4657L v2 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
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Performance Per Dollar Xeon 6315P
Performance Per Dollar Xeon E5-4657L v2
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon 6315P | Xeon E5-4657L v2 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($160) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Raptor Lake-R (2023−2025) / Intel 7 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Legacy / 22 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon 6315P | Xeon E5-4657L v2 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($160) | ✅ 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 Xeon 6315P and Xeon E5-4657L v2
Xeon 6315P
The Xeon 6315P is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 24 February 2025 (less than a year ago). It is based on the Raptor Lake-R (2023−2025) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.8 GHz, with boost up to 4.5 GHz. L3 cache: 12 MB (total). L2 cache: 1.25 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1700. Thermal design power (TDP): 55 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-4800. Passmark benchmark score: 11,721 points. Launch price was $213.
Xeon E5-4657L v2
The Xeon E5-4657L v2 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2015-01-01. It features 12 cores and 24 threads. Base frequency is 2.4 GHz, with boost up to 2.9 GHz. L3 cache: 30 MB Intel® Smart Cache. Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA2011. Thermal design power (TDP): 115 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-800, DDR3-1066, DDR3-1333, DDR3-1600, DDR3-1866. Passmark benchmark score: 11,613 points. Launch price was $800.
Processing Power
The Xeon 6315P packs 4 cores / 4 threads, while the Xeon E5-4657L v2 offers 12 cores / 24 threads — the Xeon E5-4657L v2 has 8 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.5 GHz on the Xeon 6315P versus 2.9 GHz on the Xeon E5-4657L v2 — a 43.2% clock advantage for the Xeon 6315P (base: 2.8 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The Xeon 6315P is built on the Raptor Lake-R (2023−2025) architecture. In PassMark, the Xeon 6315P scores 11,721 against the Xeon E5-4657L v2's 11,613 — a 0.9% lead for the Xeon 6315P. L3 cache: 12 MB (total) on the Xeon 6315P vs 30 MB Intel® Smart Cache on the Xeon E5-4657L v2.
| Feature | Xeon 6315P | Xeon E5-4657L v2 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 4 | 12 / 24+200% |
| Boost Clock | 4.5 GHz+55% | 2.9 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.8 GHz+17% | 2.4 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 12 MB (total) | 30 MB Intel® Smart Cache+150% |
| L2 Cache | 1.25 MB (per core) | — |
| Process | Intel 7 nm-68% | 22 nm |
| Architecture | Raptor Lake-R (2023−2025) | — |
| PassMark | 11,721 | 11,613 |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon 6315P uses the LGA1700 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Xeon E5-4657L v2 uses LGA2011 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Xeon 6315P | Xeon E5-4657L v2 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1700 | LGA2011 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 5.0+25% |
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