Xeon E5-2403 v2 vs A6-7310
Xeon E5-2403 v2
A6-7310
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. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money. The Xeon E5-2403 v2 is positioned at rank 747 and the A6-7310 is on rank 502, so the A6-7310 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
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Performance Per Dollar Xeon E5-2403 v2
Performance Per Dollar A6-7310
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon E5-2403 v2 | A6-7310 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($61) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Ivy Bridge-EN (2013−2014) / 22 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Carrizo-L (2015) / 28 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon E5-2403 v2 | A6-7310 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($61) | ✅ 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 E5-2403 v2 and A6-7310
Xeon E5-2403 v2
The Xeon E5-2403 v2 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 September 2013 (12 years ago). It is based on the Ivy Bridge-EN (2013−2014) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.8 GHz, with boost up to 1.8 GHz. L3 cache: 10 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1356. Thermal design power (TDP): 80 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 2,672 points. Launch price was $223.
A6-7310
The A6-7310 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2014-01-01. It is based on the Carrizo-L (2015) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2 GHz, with boost up to 2.4 GHz. L2 cache: 2048 kB. Built on 28 nm process technology. Socket: FP4. Thermal design power (TDP): 2 MB. Memory support: DDR3L-1866. Passmark benchmark score: 2,689 points. Launch price was $70.
Processing Power
Both the Xeon E5-2403 v2 and A6-7310 share an identical 4-core/4-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 1.8 GHz on the Xeon E5-2403 v2 versus 2.4 GHz on the A6-7310 — a 28.6% clock advantage for the A6-7310 (base: 1.8 GHz vs 2 GHz). The Xeon E5-2403 v2 uses the Ivy Bridge-EN (2013−2014) architecture (22 nm), while the A6-7310 uses Carrizo-L (2015) (28 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon E5-2403 v2 scores 2,672 against the A6-7310's 2,689 — a 0.6% lead for the A6-7310.
| Feature | Xeon E5-2403 v2 | A6-7310 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 4 | 4 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 1.8 GHz | 2.4 GHz+33% |
| Base Clock | 1.8 GHz | 2 GHz+11% |
| L3 Cache | 10 MB (total) | — |
| L2 Cache | 256 kB (per core) | 2048 kB+700% |
| Process | 22 nm-21% | 28 nm |
| Architecture | Ivy Bridge-EN (2013−2014) | Carrizo-L (2015) |
| PassMark | 2,672 | 2,689 |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon E5-2403 v2 uses the LGA1356 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the A6-7310 uses FP4 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3-1333 on the Xeon E5-2403 v2 versus 1600 on the A6-7310 — the A6-7310 supports 199.3% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Xeon E5-2403 v2 supports up to 384 GB of RAM compared to 16 — 184% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 3 (Xeon E5-2403 v2) vs 1 (A6-7310). PCIe lanes: 24 (Xeon E5-2403 v2) vs 16 (A6-7310) — the Xeon E5-2403 v2 offers 8 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives.
| Feature | Xeon E5-2403 v2 | A6-7310 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1356 | FP4 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1333 | 1600+53233% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 384 GB+2516582300% | 16 |
| RAM Channels | 3+200% | 1 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 24+50% | 16 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d (Xeon E5-2403 v2) vs true (A6-7310). The A6-7310 includes integrated graphics (Radeon R4 Graphics), while the Xeon E5-2403 v2 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Xeon E5-2403 v2 targets Server. Direct competitor: A6-7310 rivals Pentium N3700.
| Feature | Xeon E5-2403 v2 | A6-7310 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | Radeon R4 Graphics |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | true |
| Target Use | Server | — |
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