CPU
GPU
Xeon E5-2428L
Ryzen 5 PRO 2400G
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. The Xeon E5-2428L is positioned at rank #800 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 E5-2428L
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 5 PRO 2400G
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon E5-2428L | Ryzen 5 PRO 2400G |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($42) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($100) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Sandy Bridge-EN (2012) / 32 nm) | ✨ Modern (Raven Ridge (2017−2019) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon E5-2428L | Ryzen 5 PRO 2400G |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+137%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($42) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($100) |
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.
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Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of Xeon E5-2428L and Ryzen 5 PRO 2400G
Xeon E5-2428L
The Xeon E5-2428L is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2015-01-01. It is based on the Sandy Bridge-EN (2012) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 1.8 GHz, with boost up to 2 GHz. L3 cache: 15360 kB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1356. Thermal design power (TDP): 60 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 8,500 points. Launch price was $800.
Ryzen 5 PRO 2400G
The Ryzen 5 PRO 2400G is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 10 May 2018 (7 years ago). It is based on the Raven Ridge (2017−2019) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.6 GHz, with boost up to 3.9 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4 Dual-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 8,527 points. Launch price was $169.
Processing Power
The Xeon E5-2428L packs 6 cores / 12 threads, while the Ryzen 5 PRO 2400G offers 4 cores / 8 threads — the Xeon E5-2428L has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 2 GHz on the Xeon E5-2428L versus 3.9 GHz on the Ryzen 5 PRO 2400G — a 64.4% clock advantage for the Ryzen 5 PRO 2400G (base: 1.8 GHz vs 3.6 GHz). The Xeon E5-2428L uses the Sandy Bridge-EN (2012) architecture (32 nm), while the Ryzen 5 PRO 2400G uses Raven Ridge (2017−2019) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon E5-2428L scores 8,500 against the Ryzen 5 PRO 2400G's 8,527 — a 0.3% lead for the Ryzen 5 PRO 2400G. L3 cache: 15360 kB (total) on the Xeon E5-2428L vs 4 MB (total) on the Ryzen 5 PRO 2400G.
| Feature | Xeon E5-2428L | Ryzen 5 PRO 2400G |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 6 / 12+50% | 4 / 8 |
| Boost Clock | 2 GHz | 3.9 GHz+95% |
| Base Clock | 1.8 GHz | 3.6 GHz+100% |
| L3 Cache | 15360 kB (total)+275% | 4 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 256 kB (per core) | 512 kB (per core)+100% |
| Process | 32 nm | 14 nm-56% |
| Architecture | Sandy Bridge-EN (2012) | Raven Ridge (2017−2019) |
| PassMark | 8,500 | 8,527 |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon E5-2428L uses the LGA1356 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Ryzen 5 PRO 2400G uses AM4 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Xeon E5-2428L | Ryzen 5 PRO 2400G |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1356 | AM4 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 3.0+50% |
Value Analysis
The Xeon E5-2428L launched at $692 MSRP, while the Ryzen 5 PRO 2400G debuted at $193. At current prices ($42 vs $100), the Xeon E5-2428L is $58 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon E5-2428L delivers 202.4 pts/$ vs 85.3 pts/$ for the Ryzen 5 PRO 2400G — making the Xeon E5-2428L the 81.4% better value option.
| Feature | Xeon E5-2428L | Ryzen 5 PRO 2400G |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $692 | $193-72% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $42-58% | $100 |
| Performance per Dollar | 202.4+137% | 85.3 |
| Release Date | 2012 | 2018 |
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