
Xeon D-1622 vs Xeon E5-2430L v2

Xeon D-1622

Xeon E5-2430L v2
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. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money. The Xeon D-1622 is positioned at rank 452 and the Xeon E5-2430L v2 is on rank 467, so the Xeon D-1622 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
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Performance Per Dollar Xeon D-1622
Performance Per Dollar Xeon E5-2430L v2
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon D-1622 | Xeon E5-2430L v2 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($170) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Broadwell (2015−2019) / 14 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Legacy / 22 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon D-1622 | Xeon E5-2430L v2 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($170) | ✅ 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 D-1622 and Xeon E5-2430L v2

Xeon D-1622
The Xeon D-1622 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2 April 2019 (6 years ago). It is based on the Broadwell (2015−2019) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 2.6 GHz, with boost up to 3.2 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB. L2 cache: 1 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1667. Thermal design power (TDP): 40 Watt. Memory support: DDR4, DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 6,205 points. Launch price was $170.

Xeon E5-2430L v2
The Xeon E5-2430L v2 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2015-01-01. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 2.4 GHz, with boost up to 2.8 GHz. L3 cache: 15 MB Intel® Smart Cache. Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1356. Thermal design power (TDP): 60 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-800, DDR3-1066, DDR3-1333, DDR3-1600. Passmark benchmark score: 6,190 points. Launch price was $800.
Processing Power
The Xeon D-1622 packs 4 cores / 8 threads, while the Xeon E5-2430L v2 offers 6 cores / 12 threads — the Xeon E5-2430L v2 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.2 GHz on the Xeon D-1622 versus 2.8 GHz on the Xeon E5-2430L v2 — a 13.3% clock advantage for the Xeon D-1622 (base: 2.6 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The Xeon D-1622 is built on the Broadwell (2015−2019) architecture. In PassMark, the Xeon D-1622 scores 6,205 against the Xeon E5-2430L v2's 6,190 — a 0.2% lead for the Xeon D-1622. L3 cache: 6 MB on the Xeon D-1622 vs 15 MB Intel® Smart Cache on the Xeon E5-2430L v2.
| Feature | Xeon D-1622 | Xeon E5-2430L v2 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 8 | 6 / 12+50% |
| Boost Clock | 3.2 GHz+14% | 2.8 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.6 GHz+8% | 2.4 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 6 MB | 15 MB Intel® Smart Cache+150% |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB | — |
| Process | 14 nm-36% | 22 nm |
| Architecture | Broadwell (2015−2019) | — |
| PassMark | 6,205 | 6,190 |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon D-1622 uses the FCBGA1667 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Xeon E5-2430L v2 uses LGA1356 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Xeon D-1622 | Xeon E5-2430L v2 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FCBGA1667 | LGA1356 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
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