Xeon E5-1607 v2 vs Ryzen Embedded R1606G
Xeon E5-1607 v2
Ryzen Embedded R1606G
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 E5-1607 v2 is positioned at rank #676 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 E5-1607 v2
Performance Per Dollar
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon E5-1607 v2 | Ryzen Embedded R1606G |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($68) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Ivy Bridge-E (2013) / 22 nm) | ✨ Modern (Zen (2017−2020) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon E5-1607 v2 | Ryzen Embedded R1606G |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($68) | ✅ 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 E5-1607 v2 and Ryzen Embedded R1606G
Xeon E5-1607 v2
The Xeon E5-1607 v2 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2015-01-01. It is based on the Ivy Bridge-E (2013) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3 GHz, with boost up to 3 GHz. L3 cache: 10 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA2011. Thermal design power (TDP): 130 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-800, DDR3-1066, DDR3-1333, DDR3-1600. Passmark benchmark score: 4,141 points. Launch price was $800.
Ryzen Embedded R1606G
The Ryzen Embedded R1606G is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 25 February 2020 (5 years ago). It is based on the Zen (2017−2020) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.6 GHz, with boost up to 3.5 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: FP5. Thermal design power (TDP): 25 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2400. Passmark benchmark score: 4,162 points. Launch price was $69.
Processing Power
The Xeon E5-1607 v2 packs 4 cores / 4 threads, while the Ryzen Embedded R1606G offers 2 cores / 4 threads — the Xeon E5-1607 v2 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3 GHz on the Xeon E5-1607 v2 versus 3.5 GHz on the Ryzen Embedded R1606G — a 15.4% clock advantage for the Ryzen Embedded R1606G (base: 3 GHz vs 2.6 GHz). The Xeon E5-1607 v2 uses the Ivy Bridge-E (2013) architecture (22 nm), while the Ryzen Embedded R1606G uses Zen (2017−2020) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon E5-1607 v2 scores 4,141 against the Ryzen Embedded R1606G's 4,162 — a 0.5% lead for the Ryzen Embedded R1606G. L3 cache: 10 MB (total) on the Xeon E5-1607 v2 vs 4 MB (total) on the Ryzen Embedded R1606G.
| Feature | Xeon E5-1607 v2 | Ryzen Embedded R1606G |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 4+100% | 2 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 3 GHz | 3.5 GHz+17% |
| Base Clock | 3 GHz+15% | 2.6 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 10 MB (total)+150% | 4 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 256K (per core) | 512 kB (per core)+100% |
| Process | 22 nm | 14 nm-36% |
| Architecture | Ivy Bridge-E (2013) | Zen (2017−2020) |
| PassMark | 4,141 | 4,162 |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon E5-1607 v2 uses the LGA2011 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Ryzen Embedded R1606G uses FP5 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Xeon E5-1607 v2 | Ryzen Embedded R1606G |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA2011 | FP5 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
Value Analysis
The Xeon E5-1607 v2 launched at $250 MSRP, while the Ryzen Embedded R1606G debuted at $0. At current prices ($68 vs $0), the Ryzen Embedded R1606G is $68 cheaper.
| Feature | Xeon E5-1607 v2 | Ryzen Embedded R1606G |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $250 | $0-100% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $68 | $0-100% |
| Performance per Dollar | 60.9 | — |
| Release Date | 2013 | 2019 |
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