Xeon E5-2407 vs FX-4100
Xeon E5-2407
FX-4100
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 E5-2407 is positioned at rank 852 and the FX-4100 is on rank 728, so the FX-4100 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Xeon E5-2407
Performance Per Dollar FX-4100
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon E5-2407 | FX-4100 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($25) | ✅ More affordable ($20) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Sandy Bridge-EN (2012) / 32 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Zambezi (2011−2012) / 32 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon E5-2407 | FX-4100 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+24%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($25) | ✅ More affordable ($20) |
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 E5-2407 and FX-4100
Xeon E5-2407
The Xeon E5-2407 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 14 May 2012 (13 years ago). It is based on the Sandy Bridge-EN (2012) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.2 GHz, with boost up to 2.2 GHz. L3 cache: 10240 kB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1356. Thermal design power (TDP): 80 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 2,659 points. Launch price was $335.
FX-4100
The FX-4100 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 12 October 2011 (14 years ago). It is based on the Zambezi (2011−2012) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.6 GHz, with boost up to 3.8 GHz. L3 cache: 8192 kB. L2 cache: 4096 kB. Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: AM3+. Thermal design power (TDP): 95 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 2,630 points. Launch price was $69.
Processing Power
Both the Xeon E5-2407 and FX-4100 share an identical 4-core/4-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 2.2 GHz on the Xeon E5-2407 versus 3.8 GHz on the FX-4100 — a 53.3% clock advantage for the FX-4100 (base: 2.2 GHz vs 3.6 GHz). The Xeon E5-2407 uses the Sandy Bridge-EN (2012) architecture (32 nm), while the FX-4100 uses Zambezi (2011−2012) (32 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon E5-2407 scores 2,659 against the FX-4100's 2,630 — a 1.1% lead for the Xeon E5-2407. L3 cache: 10240 kB (total) on the Xeon E5-2407 vs 8192 kB on the FX-4100.
| Feature | Xeon E5-2407 | FX-4100 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 4 | 4 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 2.2 GHz | 3.8 GHz+73% |
| Base Clock | 2.2 GHz | 3.6 GHz+64% |
| L3 Cache | 10240 kB (total)+25% | 8192 kB |
| L2 Cache | 256 kB (per core) | 4096 kB+1500% |
| Process | 32 nm | 32 nm |
| Architecture | Sandy Bridge-EN (2012) | Zambezi (2011−2012) |
| PassMark | 2,659+1% | 2,630 |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon E5-2407 uses the LGA1356 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the FX-4100 uses AM3+ (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Xeon E5-2407 | FX-4100 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1356 | AM3+ |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 2.0 |
Value Analysis
The Xeon E5-2407 launched at $250 MSRP, while the FX-4100 debuted at $115. At current prices ($25 vs $20), the FX-4100 is $5 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon E5-2407 delivers 106.4 pts/$ vs 131.5 pts/$ for the FX-4100 — making the FX-4100 the 21.1% better value option.
| Feature | Xeon E5-2407 | FX-4100 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $250 | $115-54% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $25 | $20-20% |
| Performance per Dollar | 106.4 | 131.5+24% |
| Release Date | 2012 | 2011 |
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