CPU
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Xeon E-2124G
Ryzen 5 2400GE
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 E-2124G is positioned at rank #844 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 E-2124G
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 5 2400GE
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon E-2124G | Ryzen 5 2400GE |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($462) | ✅ More affordable ($80) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Coffee Lake-S (2017−2018) / 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Raven Ridge (2017−2019) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon E-2124G | Ryzen 5 2400GE |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+479%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($462) | ✅ More affordable ($80) |
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 E-2124G and Ryzen 5 2400GE
Xeon E-2124G
The Xeon E-2124G is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 31 May 2018 (7 years ago). It is based on the Coffee Lake-S (2017−2018) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.4 GHz, with boost up to 4.5 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1151. Thermal design power (TDP): 71 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2666. Passmark benchmark score: 7,218 points. Launch price was $213.
Ryzen 5 2400GE
The Ryzen 5 2400GE is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 19 April 2018 (7 years ago). It is based on the Raven Ridge (2017−2019) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.2 GHz, with boost up to 3.8 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2933. Passmark benchmark score: 7,237 points. Launch price was $149.
Processing Power
The Xeon E-2124G packs 4 cores / 4 threads, matching the Ryzen 5 2400GE's 4 cores. Boost clocks reach 4.5 GHz on the Xeon E-2124G versus 3.8 GHz on the Ryzen 5 2400GE — a 16.9% clock advantage for the Xeon E-2124G (base: 3.4 GHz vs 3.2 GHz). The Xeon E-2124G uses the Coffee Lake-S (2017−2018) architecture (14 nm), while the Ryzen 5 2400GE uses Raven Ridge (2017−2019) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon E-2124G scores 7,218 against the Ryzen 5 2400GE's 7,237 — a 0.3% lead for the Ryzen 5 2400GE. L3 cache: 8 MB (total) on the Xeon E-2124G vs 4 MB (total) on the Ryzen 5 2400GE.
| Feature | Xeon E-2124G | Ryzen 5 2400GE |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 4 | 4 / 8 |
| Boost Clock | 4.5 GHz+18% | 3.8 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.4 GHz+6% | 3.2 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 8 MB (total)+100% | 4 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 256K (per core) | 512 kB (per core)+100% |
| Process | 14 nm | 14 nm |
| Architecture | Coffee Lake-S (2017−2018) | Raven Ridge (2017−2019) |
| PassMark | 7,218 | 7,237 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 826 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 2,847 |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon E-2124G uses the LGA1151 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Ryzen 5 2400GE uses AM4 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Xeon E-2124G | Ryzen 5 2400GE |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1151 | AM4 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | — | DDR4-2933 |
| Max RAM Capacity | — | 64 GB |
| RAM Channels | — | 2 |
| ECC Support | — | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | — | 8 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: not specified (Xeon E-2124G) / Yes (Ryzen 5 2400GE). The Ryzen 5 2400GE includes integrated graphics (Radeon Vega 11), while the Xeon E-2124G requires a dedicated GPU.
| Feature | Xeon E-2124G | Ryzen 5 2400GE |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | — | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | Radeon Vega 11 |
| AVX-512 | — | No |
| Virtualization | — | Yes |
Value Analysis
The Xeon E-2124G launched at $667 MSRP, while the Ryzen 5 2400GE debuted at $169. At current prices ($462 vs $80), the Ryzen 5 2400GE is $382 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon E-2124G delivers 15.6 pts/$ vs 90.5 pts/$ for the Ryzen 5 2400GE — making the Ryzen 5 2400GE the 141.1% better value option.
| Feature | Xeon E-2124G | Ryzen 5 2400GE |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $667 | $169-75% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $462 | $80-83% |
| Performance per Dollar | 15.6 | 90.5+480% |
| Release Date | 2018 | 2018 |
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