Xeon E5-1620 v4 vs Xeon E3-1565L v5
Xeon E5-1620 v4
Xeon E3-1565L v5
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. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money. The Xeon E5-1620 v4 is positioned at rank 959 and the Xeon E3-1565L v5 is on rank 993, so the Xeon E5-1620 v4 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Xeon E5-1620 v4
Performance Per Dollar Xeon E3-1565L v5
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon E5-1620 v4 | Xeon E3-1565L v5 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($160) | ✅ More affordable ($120) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Broadwell-EP (2016) / 14 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Skylake-H (2015−2016) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon E5-1620 v4 | Xeon E3-1565L v5 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+33%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($160) | ✅ More affordable ($120) |
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 E5-1620 v4 and Xeon E3-1565L v5
Xeon E5-1620 v4
The Xeon E5-1620 v4 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 20 June 2016 (9 years ago). It is based on the Broadwell-EP (2016) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.5 GHz, with boost up to 3.8 GHz. L3 cache: 10 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA2011. Thermal design power (TDP): 140 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-1600, DDR4-1866, DDR4-2133, DDR4-2400. Passmark benchmark score: 7,338 points. Launch price was $294.
Xeon E3-1565L v5
The Xeon E3-1565L v5 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 31 May 2016 (9 years ago). It is based on the Skylake-H (2015−2016) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 2.5 GHz, with boost up to 3.5 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1440. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR3L,LPDDR3 1600 MHz, DDR4 2133 MHz at 1.2V. Passmark benchmark score: 7,325 points. Launch price was $417.
Processing Power
Both the Xeon E5-1620 v4 and Xeon E3-1565L v5 share an identical 4-core/8-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 3.8 GHz on the Xeon E5-1620 v4 versus 3.5 GHz on the Xeon E3-1565L v5 — a 8.2% clock advantage for the Xeon E5-1620 v4 (base: 3.5 GHz vs 2.5 GHz). The Xeon E5-1620 v4 uses the Broadwell-EP (2016) architecture (14 nm), while the Xeon E3-1565L v5 uses Skylake-H (2015−2016) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon E5-1620 v4 scores 7,338 against the Xeon E3-1565L v5's 7,325 — a 0.2% lead for the Xeon E5-1620 v4. L3 cache: 10 MB (total) on the Xeon E5-1620 v4 vs 8 MB (total) on the Xeon E3-1565L v5.
| Feature | Xeon E5-1620 v4 | Xeon E3-1565L v5 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 8 | 4 / 8 |
| Boost Clock | 3.8 GHz+9% | 3.5 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.5 GHz+40% | 2.5 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 10 MB (total)+25% | 8 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 256K (per core) | 256 kB (per core) |
| Process | 14 nm | 14 nm |
| Architecture | Broadwell-EP (2016) | Skylake-H (2015−2016) |
| PassMark | 7,338 | 7,325 |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon E5-1620 v4 uses the LGA2011 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Xeon E3-1565L v5 uses BGA1440 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Xeon E5-1620 v4 | Xeon E3-1565L v5 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA2011 | BGA1440 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 5.0+67% |
Value Analysis
The Xeon E5-1620 v4 launched at $1166 MSRP, while the Xeon E3-1565L v5 debuted at $1552. At current prices ($160 vs $120), the Xeon E3-1565L v5 is $40 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon E5-1620 v4 delivers 45.9 pts/$ vs 61.0 pts/$ for the Xeon E3-1565L v5 — making the Xeon E3-1565L v5 the 28.4% better value option.
| Feature | Xeon E5-1620 v4 | Xeon E3-1565L v5 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $1166-25% | $1552 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $160 | $120-25% |
| Performance per Dollar | 45.9 | 61.0+33% |
| Release Date | 2016 | 2016 |
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