Xeon E5-2623 v3
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Ryzen Embedded V1605B

Xeon E5-2623 v3 vs Ryzen Embedded V1605B

Intel

Xeon E5-2623 v3

4 Cores8 Thrd105 WWMax: 3.5 GHz2014
VS
AMD

Ryzen Embedded V1605B

4 Cores8 Thrd15 WWMax: 3.6 GHz2018

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 E5-2623 v3 is positioned at rank #719 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar Xeon E5-2623 v3

#1
Xeon Platinum 8454H
MSRP: $6540|Avg: N/A
13873%
#6
Xeon Gold 6240R
MSRP: $2444|Avg: N/A
2619%
#10
Xeon 6337P
MSRP: $60|Avg: $5
2327%
#15
EPYC 9174F
MSRP: $194|Avg: $30
1798%
#419
Xeon 6736P
MSRP: $3351|Avg: $3351
100%
#420
EPYC 9655P
MSRP: $10811|Avg: $7958
99%
#421
EPYC 9554P
MSRP: $7104|Avg: $3052
99%
#423
Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5995WX
MSRP: $6499|Avg: $3444
97%
#424
Xeon W-2155
MSRP: $1440|Avg: $150
97%
#425
Xeon 6740E
MSRP: $5265|Avg: $3949
97%
#425
Xeon Gold 6348
MSRP: $3583|Avg: $2097
97%
#719
Xeon E5-2623 v3
MSRP: $444|Avg: $50
100%
#722
Xeon E5-2620
MSRP: $360|Avg: $89
99%
#728
Xeon E5-2609 v3
MSRP: $306|Avg: $306
97%
#730
Xeon Bronze 3106
MSRP: $395|Avg: $395
97%
Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Ryzen Embedded V1605B

#341
Ryzen Embedded V2748
MSRP: $309|Avg: $359
115%
#342
Core i3-9350K
MSRP: $184|Avg: $150
113%
#343
Athlon Gold PRO 3150G
MSRP: $150|Avg: $150
111%
#344
Core i9-9900
MSRP: $423|Avg: $330
110%
#345
Core i9-9980XE
MSRP: $1979|Avg: $593
110%
#346
Core i7-10700K
MSRP: $387|Avg: $380
109%
#347
Celeron G5905T
MSRP: $50|Avg: $50
105%
#348
Athlon PRO 200GE
MSRP: $55|Avg: $81
105%
#349
Core i5-9600
MSRP: $224|Avg: $219
105%
#350
Core i3-8300
MSRP: $138|Avg: $136
104%
#351
Core i5-8500B
MSRP: $192|Avg: $192
103%
#352
Core i7-13700TE
MSRP: $390|Avg: $476
103%
#353
Core i9-11900T
MSRP: $439|Avg: $413
101%
#354
Ryzen Threadripper 7970X
MSRP: $2499|Avg: $2200
101%
#355
Core i9-10900
MSRP: $483|Avg: $426
100%
#356
Ryzen Embedded V1605B
MSRP: $150|Avg: $150
100%
#357
Core i9-10900K
MSRP: $499|Avg: $500
100%
#358
Celeron G4930
MSRP: $42|Avg: $57
100%
#359
Ryzen 7 2700E
MSRP: $329|Avg: $329
99%
#360
Ryzen Embedded V2516
MSRP: $300|Avg: $300
99%
#361
Ryzen Threadripper 9970X
MSRP: $2499|Avg: $2442
99%
#362
Core i9-14901E
MSRP: $557|Avg: $689
98%
#363
Celeron G5900T
MSRP: $42|Avg: $50
98%
#364
Celeron G6900TE
MSRP: $53|Avg: $64
97%
#365
Core i5-8600T
MSRP: $213|Avg: $213
96%
#366
Celeron G4950
MSRP: $52|Avg: $63
96%
#367
Core i9-10900E
MSRP: $488|Avg: $450
96%
#368
Core i7-9700KF
MSRP: $374|Avg: $333
95%
#369
Core i5-8400T
MSRP: $182|Avg: $179
93%
#370
Athlon 240GE
MSRP: $75|Avg: $110
92%
#371
Core 5 120UL
MSRP: $277|Avg: $270
87%
Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

About PassMark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Generational Difference: This comparison involves processors from different technological eras. The Ryzen Embedded V1605B (2018) utilizes 14 nm technology and **DDR4 Dual-channel**, providing a fundamental performance advantage.
InsightXeon E5-2623 v3Ryzen Embedded V1605B
Gaming
Lower gaming performance
Superior gaming performance
Workstation
Weaker in multi-core tasks
Better multi-core power
Price
More affordable ($50)
⚠️ Higher cost ($150)
Longevity
🛑 Legacy (Haswell-EP (2014−2015) / 22 nm)
✨ Modern (Zen (2017−2020) / 14 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Xeon E5-2623 v3 (2014) relies on 22 nm technology and DDR4-1600, DDR4-1866, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.
InsightXeon E5-2623 v3Ryzen Embedded V1605B
Cost Efficiency
Better overall value (+197%)
Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost
More affordable ($50)
⚠️ Higher cost ($150)

Performance Check

Paired with RTX 4090

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 E5-2623 v3 and Ryzen Embedded V1605B

Intel

Xeon E5-2623 v3

The Xeon E5-2623 v3 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2015-01-01. It is based on the Haswell-EP (2014−2015) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3 GHz, with boost up to 3.5 GHz. L3 cache: 10 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA2011. Thermal design power (TDP): 105 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-1600, DDR4-1866. Passmark benchmark score: 6,652 points. Launch price was $800.

AMD

Ryzen Embedded V1605B

The Ryzen Embedded V1605B is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 21 February 2018 (7 years ago). It is based on the Zen (2017−2020) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 2 GHz, with boost up to 3.6 GHz. L3 cache: 2 MB (total). L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: FP5. Thermal design power (TDP): 15 Watt. Memory support: DDR4 Dual-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 6,724 points. Launch price was $149.

Processing Power

Both the Xeon E5-2623 v3 and Ryzen Embedded V1605B share an identical 4-core/8-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 3.5 GHz on the Xeon E5-2623 v3 versus 3.6 GHz on the Ryzen Embedded V1605B — a 2.8% clock advantage for the Ryzen Embedded V1605B (base: 3 GHz vs 2 GHz). The Xeon E5-2623 v3 uses the Haswell-EP (2014−2015) architecture (22 nm), while the Ryzen Embedded V1605B uses Zen (2017−2020) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon E5-2623 v3 scores 6,652 against the Ryzen Embedded V1605B's 6,724 — a 1.1% lead for the Ryzen Embedded V1605B. L3 cache: 10 MB (total) on the Xeon E5-2623 v3 vs 2 MB (total) on the Ryzen Embedded V1605B.

FeatureXeon E5-2623 v3Ryzen Embedded V1605B
Cores / Threads
4 / 8
4 / 8
Boost Clock
3.5 GHz
3.6 GHz+3%
Base Clock
3 GHz+50%
2 GHz
L3 Cache
10 MB (total)+400%
2 MB (total)
L2 Cache
256K (per core)
512K (per core)+100%
Process
22 nm
14 nm-36%
Architecture
Haswell-EP (2014−2015)
Zen (2017−2020)
PassMark
6,652
6,724+1%
Geekbench 6 Single
899
Geekbench 6 Multi
3,683
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Memory & Platform

The Xeon E5-2623 v3 uses the LGA2011 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Ryzen Embedded V1605B uses FP5 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.

FeatureXeon E5-2623 v3Ryzen Embedded V1605B
Socket
LGA2011
FP5
PCIe Generation
PCIe 3.0
PCIe 3.0
Max RAM Speed
DDR4-1866
Max RAM Capacity
768 GB
RAM Channels
4
ECC Support
PCIe Lanes
40
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Advanced Features

Virtualization: Yes (Xeon E5-2623 v3) / not specified (Ryzen Embedded V1605B). Primary use case: Xeon E5-2623 v3 targets Server.

FeatureXeon E5-2623 v3Ryzen Embedded V1605B
Integrated GPU
No
Unlocked
No
AVX-512
No
Virtualization
Yes
Target Use
Server
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Value Analysis

The Xeon E5-2623 v3 launched at $444 MSRP, while the Ryzen Embedded V1605B debuted at $150. At current prices ($50 vs $150), the Xeon E5-2623 v3 is $100 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon E5-2623 v3 delivers 133.0 pts/$ vs 44.8 pts/$ for the Ryzen Embedded V1605B — making the Xeon E5-2623 v3 the 99.2% better value option.

FeatureXeon E5-2623 v3Ryzen Embedded V1605B
MSRP
$444
$150-66%
Avg Price (30d)
$50-67%
$150
Performance per Dollar
133.0+197%
44.8
Release Date
2014
2018