Xeon E3-1280 v6 vs Ryzen 5 3400G
Xeon E3-1280 v6
Ryzen 5 3400G
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. The Xeon E3-1280 v6 is positioned at rank #477 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 E3-1280 v6
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 5 3400G
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon E3-1280 v6 | Ryzen 5 3400G |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | Balanced gaming performance | Balanced gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($80) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Kaby Lake (2016−2019) / 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Picasso (2019−2022) / 12 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon E3-1280 v6 | Ryzen 5 3400G |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($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 E3-1280 v6 and Ryzen 5 3400G
Xeon E3-1280 v6
The Xeon E3-1280 v6 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 28 March 2017 (8 years ago). It is based on the Kaby Lake (2016−2019) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.9 GHz, with boost up to 4.2 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB. L2 cache: 1 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1151. Thermal design power (TDP): 72 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2400, DDR3L-1866. Passmark benchmark score: 9,093 points. Launch price was $612.
Ryzen 5 3400G
The Ryzen 5 3400G is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 7 July 2019 (6 years ago). It is based on the Picasso (2019−2022) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.7 GHz, with boost up to 4.2 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 12 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2933. Passmark benchmark score: 9,201 points. Launch price was $149.
Processing Power
Both the Xeon E3-1280 v6 and Ryzen 5 3400G share an identical 4-core/8-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 4.2 GHz on the Xeon E3-1280 v6 versus 4.2 GHz on the Ryzen 5 3400G — identical boost frequencies (base: 3.9 GHz vs 3.7 GHz). The Xeon E3-1280 v6 uses the Kaby Lake (2016−2019) architecture (14 nm), while the Ryzen 5 3400G uses Picasso (2019−2022) (12 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon E3-1280 v6 scores 9,093 against the Ryzen 5 3400G's 9,201 — a 1.2% lead for the Ryzen 5 3400G. L3 cache: 8 MB on the Xeon E3-1280 v6 vs 4 MB (total) on the Ryzen 5 3400G.
| Feature | Xeon E3-1280 v6 | Ryzen 5 3400G |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 8 | 4 / 8 |
| Boost Clock | 4.2 GHz | 4.2 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.9 GHz+5% | 3.7 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 8 MB+100% | 4 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB+100% | 512K (per core) |
| Process | 14 nm | 12 nm-14% |
| Architecture | Kaby Lake (2016−2019) | Picasso (2019−2022) |
| PassMark | 9,093 | 9,201+1% |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon E3-1280 v6 uses the LGA1151 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Ryzen 5 3400G uses AM4 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Xeon E3-1280 v6 | Ryzen 5 3400G |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1151 | AM4 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
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