CPU
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Xeon E5-2430
Ryzen Embedded R2314
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 E5-2430 is positioned at rank #501 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 E5-2430
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen Embedded R2314
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon E5-2430 | Ryzen Embedded R2314 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($762) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Sandy Bridge-EN (2012) / 32 nm) | ✨ Modern (Picasso (2019−2022) / 12 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon E5-2430 | Ryzen Embedded R2314 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($762) |
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 E5-2430 and Ryzen Embedded R2314
Xeon E5-2430
The Xeon E5-2430 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 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 2.2 GHz, with boost up to 2.7 GHz. L3 cache: 15360 kB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1356. Thermal design power (TDP): 95 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 5,755 points. Launch price was $119.
Ryzen Embedded R2314
The Ryzen Embedded R2314 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 21 June 2022 (3 years ago). It is based on the Picasso (2019−2022) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.1 GHz, with boost up to 3.5 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 12 nm process technology. Socket: FP5. Thermal design power (TDP): 15 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 5,850 points. Launch price was $149.
Processing Power
The Xeon E5-2430 packs 6 cores / 12 threads, while the Ryzen Embedded R2314 offers 4 cores / 4 threads — the Xeon E5-2430 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 2.7 GHz on the Xeon E5-2430 versus 3.5 GHz on the Ryzen Embedded R2314 — a 25.8% clock advantage for the Ryzen Embedded R2314 (base: 2.2 GHz vs 2.1 GHz). The Xeon E5-2430 uses the Sandy Bridge-EN (2012) architecture (32 nm), while the Ryzen Embedded R2314 uses Picasso (2019−2022) (12 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon E5-2430 scores 5,755 against the Ryzen Embedded R2314's 5,850 — a 1.6% lead for the Ryzen Embedded R2314. L3 cache: 15360 kB (total) on the Xeon E5-2430 vs 4 MB (total) on the Ryzen Embedded R2314.
| Feature | Xeon E5-2430 | Ryzen Embedded R2314 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 6 / 12+50% | 4 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 2.7 GHz | 3.5 GHz+30% |
| Base Clock | 2.2 GHz+5% | 2.1 GHz |
| 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 | 5,755 | 5,850+2% |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon E5-2430 uses the LGA1356 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Ryzen Embedded R2314 uses FP5 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Xeon E5-2430 | Ryzen Embedded R2314 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1356 | FP5 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 3.0+50% |
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