Xeon E3-1230 V5 vs Ryzen Embedded V1807B
Xeon E3-1230 V5
Ryzen Embedded V1807B
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 E3-1230 V5 is positioned at rank #373 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
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Performance Per Dollar Xeon E3-1230 V5
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen Embedded V1807B
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon E3-1230 V5 | Ryzen Embedded V1807B |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | Balanced gaming performance | Balanced gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($300) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Skylake-DT (2015) / 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Zen (2017−2020) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon E3-1230 V5 | Ryzen Embedded V1807B |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($300) |
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 E3-1230 V5 and Ryzen Embedded V1807B
Xeon E3-1230 V5
The Xeon E3-1230 V5 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 19 October 2015 (10 years ago). It is based on the Skylake-DT (2015) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.4 GHz, with boost up to 3.8 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1151. Thermal design power (TDP): 80 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-1866/2133, DDR3L-1333/1600. Passmark benchmark score: 8,009 points. Launch price was $261.
Ryzen Embedded V1807B
The Ryzen Embedded V1807B 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 3.35 GHz, with boost up to 3.8 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: 8,069 points. Launch price was $149.
Processing Power
Both the Xeon E3-1230 V5 and Ryzen Embedded V1807B share an identical 4-core/8-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 3.8 GHz on the Xeon E3-1230 V5 versus 3.8 GHz on the Ryzen Embedded V1807B — identical boost frequencies (base: 3.4 GHz vs 3.35 GHz). The Xeon E3-1230 V5 uses the Skylake-DT (2015) architecture (14 nm), while the Ryzen Embedded V1807B uses Zen (2017−2020) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon E3-1230 V5 scores 8,009 against the Ryzen Embedded V1807B's 8,069 — a 0.7% lead for the Ryzen Embedded V1807B. L3 cache: 8 MB (total) on the Xeon E3-1230 V5 vs 2 MB (total) on the Ryzen Embedded V1807B.
| Feature | Xeon E3-1230 V5 | Ryzen Embedded V1807B |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 8 | 4 / 8 |
| Boost Clock | 3.8 GHz | 3.8 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.4 GHz+1% | 3.35 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 8 MB (total)+300% | 2 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 256 kB (per core) | 512K (per core)+100% |
| Process | 14 nm | 14 nm |
| Architecture | Skylake-DT (2015) | Zen (2017−2020) |
| PassMark | 8,009 | 8,069 |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon E3-1230 V5 uses the LGA1151 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Ryzen Embedded V1807B uses FP5 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Xeon E3-1230 V5 | Ryzen Embedded V1807B |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1151 | FP5 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
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