CPU
GPU
Xeon E5-2428L
Ryzen Embedded R2544
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 Embedded R2544
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon E5-2428L | Ryzen Embedded R2544 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($42) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($280) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Sandy Bridge-EN (2012) / 32 nm) | ✨ Modern (Picasso (2019−2022) / 12 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon E5-2428L | Ryzen Embedded R2544 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+568%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($42) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($280) |
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 Embedded R2544
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 Embedded R2544
The Ryzen Embedded R2544 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 30 September 2022 (3 years ago). It is based on the Picasso (2019−2022) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.35 GHz, with boost up to 3.7 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 12 nm process technology. Socket: FP5. Thermal design power (TDP): 45 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 8,486 points. Launch price was $149.
Processing Power
The Xeon E5-2428L packs 6 cores / 12 threads, while the Ryzen Embedded R2544 offers 4 cores / 8 threads — the Xeon E5-2428L has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 2 GHz on the Xeon E5-2428L versus 3.7 GHz on the Ryzen Embedded R2544 — a 59.6% clock advantage for the Ryzen Embedded R2544 (base: 1.8 GHz vs 3.35 GHz). The Xeon E5-2428L uses the Sandy Bridge-EN (2012) architecture (32 nm), while the Ryzen Embedded R2544 uses Picasso (2019−2022) (12 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon E5-2428L scores 8,500 against the Ryzen Embedded R2544's 8,486 — a 0.2% lead for the Xeon E5-2428L. L3 cache: 15360 kB (total) on the Xeon E5-2428L vs 4 MB (total) on the Ryzen Embedded R2544.
| Feature | Xeon E5-2428L | Ryzen Embedded R2544 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 6 / 12+50% | 4 / 8 |
| Boost Clock | 2 GHz | 3.7 GHz+85% |
| Base Clock | 1.8 GHz | 3.35 GHz+86% |
| L3 Cache | 15360 kB (total)+275% | 4 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 256 kB (per core) | 512 kB (per core)+100% |
| Process | 32 nm | 12 nm-63% |
| Architecture | Sandy Bridge-EN (2012) | Picasso (2019−2022) |
| PassMark | 8,500 | 8,486 |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon E5-2428L uses the LGA1356 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Ryzen Embedded R2544 uses FP5 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Xeon E5-2428L | Ryzen Embedded R2544 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1356 | FP5 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 3.0+50% |
Value Analysis
The Xeon E5-2428L launched at $692 MSRP, while the Ryzen Embedded R2544 debuted at $280. At current prices ($42 vs $280), the Xeon E5-2428L is $238 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon E5-2428L delivers 202.4 pts/$ vs 30.3 pts/$ for the Ryzen Embedded R2544 — making the Xeon E5-2428L the 147.9% better value option.
| Feature | Xeon E5-2428L | Ryzen Embedded R2544 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $692 | $280-60% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $42-85% | $280 |
| Performance per Dollar | 202.4+568% | 30.3 |
| Release Date | 2012 | 2022 |
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