Xeon E5-1680 v2 vs Ryzen 7 5700X
Xeon E5-1680 v2
Ryzen 7 5700X
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 E5-1680 v2 is positioned at rank #943 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 E5-1680 v2
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 7 5700X
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon E5-1680 v2 | Ryzen 7 5700X |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($150) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($175) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Ivy Bridge-EP (2013) / 22 nm) | ✨ Modern (Vermeer (Zen 3) (2020−2022) / 7 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon E5-1680 v2 | Ryzen 7 5700X |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+84%) |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($150) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($175) |
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 E5-1680 v2 and Ryzen 7 5700X
Xeon E5-1680 v2
The Xeon E5-1680 v2 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2015-01-01. It is based on the Ivy Bridge-EP (2013) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 3 GHz, with boost up to 3.9 GHz. L3 cache: 25 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, DDR3-1866. Passmark benchmark score: 12,396 points. Launch price was $800.
Ryzen 7 5700X
The Ryzen 7 5700X is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 4 April 2022 (3 years ago). It is based on the Vermeer (Zen 3) (2020−2022) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 3.4 GHz, with boost up to 4.6 GHz. L3 cache: 32 MB (total). L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 7 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 26,609 points. Launch price was $299.
Processing Power
Both the Xeon E5-1680 v2 and Ryzen 7 5700X share an identical 8-core/16-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 3.9 GHz on the Xeon E5-1680 v2 versus 4.6 GHz on the Ryzen 7 5700X — a 16.5% clock advantage for the Ryzen 7 5700X (base: 3 GHz vs 3.4 GHz). The Xeon E5-1680 v2 uses the Ivy Bridge-EP (2013) architecture (22 nm), while the Ryzen 7 5700X uses Vermeer (Zen 3) (2020−2022) (7 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon E5-1680 v2 scores 12,396 against the Ryzen 7 5700X's 26,609 — a 72.9% lead for the Ryzen 7 5700X. Cinebench R23 multi-core: 8,579 vs 14,000 (48% advantage for the Ryzen 7 5700X). Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 750 vs 2,116, a 95.3% lead for the Ryzen 7 5700X that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 4,500 vs 9,715 (73.4% advantage for the Ryzen 7 5700X). L3 cache: 25 MB (total) on the Xeon E5-1680 v2 vs 32 MB (total) on the Ryzen 7 5700X.
| Feature | Xeon E5-1680 v2 | Ryzen 7 5700X |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 8 / 16 | 8 / 16 |
| Boost Clock | 3.9 GHz | 4.6 GHz+18% |
| Base Clock | 3 GHz | 3.4 GHz+13% |
| L3 Cache | 25 MB (total) | 32 MB (total)+28% |
| L2 Cache | 256K (per core) | 512K (per core)+100% |
| Process | 22 nm | 7 nm-68% |
| Architecture | Ivy Bridge-EP (2013) | Vermeer (Zen 3) (2020−2022) |
| PassMark | 12,396 | 26,609+115% |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | 8,579 | 14,000+63% |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 750 | 2,116+182% |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 4,500 | 9,715+116% |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon E5-1680 v2 uses the LGA2011 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Ryzen 7 5700X uses AM4 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3-1866 on the Xeon E5-1680 v2 versus DDR4-3200 on the Ryzen 7 5700X — the Ryzen 7 5700X supports 28.6% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Xeon E5-1680 v2 supports up to 256 GB of RAM compared to 128 GB — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 4 (Xeon E5-1680 v2) vs 2 (Ryzen 7 5700X). PCIe lanes: 40 (Xeon E5-1680 v2) vs 24 (Ryzen 7 5700X) — the Xeon E5-1680 v2 offers 16 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: C602,X79 (Xeon E5-1680 v2) and A320,B350,X370,B450,X470,B550,X570 (Ryzen 7 5700X).
| Feature | Xeon E5-1680 v2 | Ryzen 7 5700X |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA2011 | AM4 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 4.0+33% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1866 | DDR4-3200+33% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 256 GB+100% | 128 GB |
| RAM Channels | 4+100% | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 40+67% | 24 |
Advanced Features
Both processors feature an unlocked multiplier for overclocking. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Xeon E5-1680 v2) vs AMD-V (Ryzen 7 5700X). Primary use case: Xeon E5-1680 v2 targets Server/Workstation, Ryzen 7 5700X targets Gaming. Direct competitor: Xeon E5-1680 v2 rivals Core i7-4960X; Ryzen 7 5700X rivals Core i7-11700K.
| Feature | Xeon E5-1680 v2 | Ryzen 7 5700X |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| IGPU Model | None | — |
| Unlocked | Yes | Yes |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d, EPT | AMD-V |
| Target Use | Server/Workstation | Gaming |
Value Analysis
The Xeon E5-1680 v2 launched at $1723 MSRP, while the Ryzen 7 5700X debuted at $299. At current prices ($150 vs $175), the Xeon E5-1680 v2 is $25 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon E5-1680 v2 delivers 82.6 pts/$ vs 152.1 pts/$ for the Ryzen 7 5700X — making the Ryzen 7 5700X the 59.2% better value option.
| Feature | Xeon E5-1680 v2 | Ryzen 7 5700X |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $1723 | $299-83% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $150-14% | $175 |
| Performance per Dollar | 82.6 | 152.1+84% |
| Release Date | 2013 | 2022 |
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