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Xeon E5-2608L v4
Xeon D-1537
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 E5-2608L v4 is positioned at rank 529 and the Xeon D-1537 is on rank 399, so the Xeon D-1537 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Xeon E5-2608L v4
Performance Per Dollar Xeon D-1537
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon E5-2608L v4 | Xeon D-1537 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($174) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($350) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Broadwell (2015−2019) / 14 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Broadwell (2015−2019) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon E5-2608L v4 | Xeon D-1537 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+101%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($174) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($350) |
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 E5-2608L v4 and Xeon D-1537
Xeon E5-2608L v4
The Xeon E5-2608L v4 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 20 June 2016 (9 years ago). It is based on the Broadwell (2015−2019) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Max frequency: 1.6 GHz. L3 cache: 20 MB. L2 cache: 2 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Thermal design power (TDP): 50 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 7,447 points. Launch price was $363.
Xeon D-1537
The Xeon D-1537 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 November 2015 (10 years ago). It is based on the Broadwell (2015−2019) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 1.7 GHz, with boost up to 2.3 GHz. L3 cache: 1.5 MB (per core). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1667. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR4, DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 7,444 points. Launch price was $470.
Processing Power
Both the Xeon E5-2608L v4 and Xeon D-1537 share an identical 8-core/16-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 1.6 GHz on the Xeon E5-2608L v4 versus 2.3 GHz on the Xeon D-1537 — a 35.9% clock advantage for the Xeon D-1537. Both are built on the Broadwell (2015−2019) architecture using a 14 nm process. In PassMark, the Xeon E5-2608L v4 scores 7,447 against the Xeon D-1537's 7,444 — a 0% lead for the Xeon E5-2608L v4. L3 cache: 20 MB on the Xeon E5-2608L v4 vs 1.5 MB (per core) on the Xeon D-1537.
| Feature | Xeon E5-2608L v4 | Xeon D-1537 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 8 / 16 | 8 / 16 |
| Boost Clock | 1.6 GHz | 2.3 GHz+44% |
| Base Clock | — | 1.7 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 20 MB+1233% | 1.5 MB (per core) |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB+700% | 256K (per core) |
| Process | 14 nm | 14 nm |
| Architecture | Broadwell (2015−2019) | Broadwell (2015−2019) |
| PassMark | 7,447 | 7,444 |
Value Analysis
The Xeon E5-2608L v4 launched at $363 MSRP, while the Xeon D-1537 debuted at $470. At current prices ($174 vs $350), the Xeon E5-2608L v4 is $176 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon E5-2608L v4 delivers 42.8 pts/$ vs 21.3 pts/$ for the Xeon D-1537 — making the Xeon E5-2608L v4 the 67.2% better value option.
| Feature | Xeon E5-2608L v4 | Xeon D-1537 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $363-23% | $470 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $174-50% | $350 |
| Performance per Dollar | 42.8+101% | 21.3 |
| Release Date | 2016 | 2015 |
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