Xeon E3-1235L v5 vs Ryzen Embedded V2A46

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Xeon E3-1235L v5

4 / 4

5,013

+0.3%

4,999

0.0%

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7965WX

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 E3-1235L v5 is positioned at rank #555 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar Xeon E3-1235L v5

#1

Xeon Platinum 8454H

MSRP: $6540|Avg: N/A

8290%

#6

Xeon Gold 6240R

MSRP: $2444|Avg: N/A

1565%

#10

Xeon 6337P

MSRP: $60|Avg: $5

1391%

#15

EPYC 9174F

MSRP: $194|Avg: $30

1074%

#335

Xeon Gold 6430

MSRP: $2128|Avg: $1850

99%

#336

Xeon Gold 6421N

MSRP: $2368|Avg: $2427

99%

#337

EPYC 7F72

MSRP: $2131|Avg: $2131

99%

#338

Xeon W-2265

MSRP: $1039|Avg: $663

99%

#339

Xeon w7-3555

MSRP: $2749|Avg: $2199

98%

#340

Xeon w7-3445

MSRP: $1989|Avg: $2596

98%

#341

EPYC 9275F

MSRP: $3439|Avg: $3439

98%

#342

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7975WX

MSRP: $3899|Avg: $3971.7

98%

#343

EPYC 7543P

MSRP: $2730|Avg: $115

97%

#344

EPYC 9455P

MSRP: $4819|Avg: $4366

97%

#345

EPYC 9274F

MSRP: $3060|Avg: $2490

96%

#346

Xeon Gold 6438Y+

MSRP: $2607|Avg: $389

96%

#555

Xeon E3-1235L v5

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

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🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Generational Difference: This comparison involves processors from different technological eras. The Ryzen Embedded V2A46 (2023) utilizes 7 nm technology and DDR4, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Xeon E3-1235L v5	Ryzen Embedded V2A46
Gaming	❌ Lower gaming performance	✅ Superior gaming performance
Workstation	✅ Better multi-core power	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks
Price	Equivalent pricing	Equivalent pricing
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Skylake-DT (2015) / 14 nm)	✨ Modern (Renoir (2020−2023) / 7 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Xeon E3-1235L v5 (2015) relies on 14 nm technology and DDR4-1866/2133, DDR3L-1333/1600, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Xeon E3-1235L v5	Ryzen Embedded V2A46
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	Equivalent pricing	Equivalent pricing

Performance Check

Paired with RTX 4090

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.

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Xeon E3-1235L v5 and Ryzen Embedded V2A46

Xeon E3-1235L v5

The Xeon E3-1235L 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 4 threads. Base frequency is 2 GHz, with boost up to 3 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1151. Thermal design power (TDP): 25 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-1866/2133, DDR3L-1333/1600. Passmark benchmark score: 5,013 points. Launch price was $250.

Ryzen Embedded V2A46

The Ryzen Embedded V2A46 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 4 January 2023 (2 years ago). It is based on the Renoir (2020−2023) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 3 GHz, with boost up to 3.2 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 7 nm process technology. Socket: FP6. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 4,999 points. Launch price was $69.

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Processing Power

The Xeon E3-1235L v5 packs 4 cores / 4 threads, while the Ryzen Embedded V2A46 offers 6 cores / 12 threads — the Ryzen Embedded V2A46 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3 GHz on the Xeon E3-1235L v5 versus 3.2 GHz on the Ryzen Embedded V2A46 — a 6.5% clock advantage for the Ryzen Embedded V2A46 (base: 2 GHz vs 3 GHz). The Xeon E3-1235L v5 uses the Skylake-DT (2015) architecture (14 nm), while the Ryzen Embedded V2A46 uses Renoir (2020−2023) (7 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon E3-1235L v5 scores 5,013 against the Ryzen Embedded V2A46's 4,999 — a 0.3% lead for the Xeon E3-1235L v5. Both processors carry 8 MB (total) of L3 cache.

Feature	Xeon E3-1235L v5	Ryzen Embedded V2A46
Cores / Threads	4 / 4	6 / 12+50%
Boost Clock	3 GHz	3.2 GHz+7%
Base Clock	2 GHz	3 GHz+50%
L3 Cache	8 MB (total)	8 MB (total)
L2 Cache	256 kB (per core)	512 kB (per core)+100%
Process	14 nm	7 nm-50%
Architecture	Skylake-DT (2015)	Renoir (2020−2023)
PassMark	5,013	4,999

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Memory & Platform

The Xeon E3-1235L v5 uses the LGA1151 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Ryzen Embedded V2A46 uses FP6 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.