Xeon E5-2618L v4 vs Ryzen 9 5900X
Xeon E5-2618L v4
Ryzen 9 5900X
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 E5-2618L v4 is positioned at rank #429 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 E5-2618L v4
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 9 5900X
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon E5-2618L v4 | Ryzen 9 5900X |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($33) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($350) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Broadwell (2015−2019) / 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Vermeer (Zen3) (2020−2022) / 7 nm, 12 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon E5-2618L v4 | Ryzen 9 5900X |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+238%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($33) | ⚠️ 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 E5-2618L v4 and Ryzen 9 5900X
Xeon E5-2618L v4
The Xeon E5-2618L 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 10 cores and 20 threads. Max frequency: 2.2 GHz. L3 cache: 25 MB. L2 cache: 2.5 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Thermal design power (TDP): 75 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 12,429 points. Launch price was $779.
Ryzen 9 5900X
The Ryzen 9 5900X is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 5 November 2020 (5 years ago). It is based on the Vermeer (Zen3) (2020−2022) architecture. It features 12 cores and 24 threads. Base frequency is 3.7 GHz, with boost up to 4.8 GHz. L3 cache: 64 MB. L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 7 nm, 12 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 105 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 38,955 points. Launch price was $549.
Processing Power
The Xeon E5-2618L v4 packs 10 cores / 20 threads, while the Ryzen 9 5900X offers 12 cores / 24 threads — the Ryzen 9 5900X has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 2.2 GHz on the Xeon E5-2618L v4 versus 4.8 GHz on the Ryzen 9 5900X — a 74.3% clock advantage for the Ryzen 9 5900X. The Xeon E5-2618L v4 uses the Broadwell (2015−2019) architecture (14 nm), while the Ryzen 9 5900X uses Vermeer (Zen3) (2020−2022) (7 nm, 12 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon E5-2618L v4 scores 12,429 against the Ryzen 9 5900X's 38,955 — a 103.2% lead for the Ryzen 9 5900X. L3 cache: 25 MB on the Xeon E5-2618L v4 vs 64 MB on the Ryzen 9 5900X.
| Feature | Xeon E5-2618L v4 | Ryzen 9 5900X |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 10 / 20 | 12 / 24+20% |
| Boost Clock | 2.2 GHz | 4.8 GHz+118% |
| Base Clock | — | 3.7 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 25 MB | 64 MB+156% |
| L2 Cache | 2.5 MB+400% | 512K (per core) |
| Process | 14 nm | 7 nm, 12 nm-50% |
| Architecture | Broadwell (2015−2019) | Vermeer (Zen3) (2020−2022) |
| PassMark | 12,429 | 38,955+213% |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 21,000 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 2,174 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 11,888 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: not specified (Xeon E5-2618L v4) / AMD-V (Ryzen 9 5900X). Primary use case: Ryzen 9 5900X targets Workstation. Direct competitor: Ryzen 9 5900X rivals Core i9-12900K.
| Feature | Xeon E5-2618L v4 | Ryzen 9 5900X |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | — | No |
| Unlocked | — | Yes |
| AVX-512 | — | No |
| Virtualization | — | AMD-V |
| Target Use | — | Workstation |
Value Analysis
The Xeon E5-2618L v4 launched at $779 MSRP, while the Ryzen 9 5900X debuted at $549. At current prices ($33 vs $350), the Xeon E5-2618L v4 is $317 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon E5-2618L v4 delivers 376.6 pts/$ vs 111.3 pts/$ for the Ryzen 9 5900X — making the Xeon E5-2618L v4 the 108.8% better value option.
| Feature | Xeon E5-2618L v4 | Ryzen 9 5900X |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $779 | $549-30% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $33-91% | $350 |
| Performance per Dollar | 376.6+238% | 111.3 |
| Release Date | 2016 | 2020 |
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