Xeon E5-2628L v4
VS
Xeon Bronze 3508U

Xeon E5-2628L v4 vs Xeon Bronze 3508U

Intel

Xeon E5-2628L v4

12 Cores24 Thrd75 WWMax: 1.9 GHz2016
VS
Intel

Xeon Bronze 3508U

8 Cores8 Thrd125 WWMax: 2.2 GHz2023

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 E5-2628L v4 is positioned at rank 465 and the Xeon Bronze 3508U is on rank 321, so the Xeon Bronze 3508U offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.

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 E5-2628L v4

#1
Ryzen 9 7950X
MSRP: $194|Avg: $20
7033%
#2
Core i9-10900T
MSRP: $120|Avg: $5
6646%
#3
Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE
MSRP: $423|Avg: $5
4825%
#4
Ryzen Threadripper 3960X
MSRP: $1399|Avg: $85
1454%
#5
Ryzen 9 9950X
MSRP: $649|Avg: $129
1151%
#6
Ryzen 5 8400F
MSRP: $303|Avg: $55
1007%
#7
Ryzen 7 PRO 2700
MSRP: $299|Avg: $60
577%
#8
Ryzen 5 2600X
MSRP: $229|Avg: $55
569%
#9
Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G
MSRP: $150|Avg: $60
518%
#10
Core Ultra 5 245KF
MSRP: $294|Avg: $189
518%
#11
Ryzen 5 5500
MSRP: $159|Avg: $85
513%
#12
Ryzen 5 3600
MSRP: $199|Avg: $80
499%
#13
Core i3-9100E
MSRP: $202|Avg: $30
492%
#14
Core Ultra 5 245K
MSRP: $319|Avg: $200
490%
#15
Core i3-8300T
MSRP: $138|Avg: $25
485%
#362
Core i9-14901E
MSRP: $557|Avg: $689
99%
#363
Celeron G5900T
MSRP: $42|Avg: $50
99%
#364
Celeron G6900TE
MSRP: $53|Avg: $64
98%
#365
Core i5-8600T
MSRP: $213|Avg: $213
97%
#366
Celeron G4950
MSRP: $52|Avg: $63
97%
#367
Core i9-10900E
MSRP: $488|Avg: $450
97%
#465
Xeon E5-2628L v4
MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A
100%
#466
Pentium G4600
MSRP: $82|Avg: $116
100%
#467
Celeron G3900TE
MSRP: $42|Avg: $45
99%
#471
Pentium G4620
MSRP: $86|Avg: $154
99%
#476
Athlon X4 830
MSRP: $70|Avg: $25
97%
#480
Athlon X4 860K
MSRP: $80|Avg: $20
97%
Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Xeon Bronze 3508U

#1
Xeon Platinum 8454H
MSRP: $6540|Avg: N/A
4619%
#6
Xeon Gold 6240R
MSRP: $2444|Avg: N/A
872%
#10
Xeon 6337P
MSRP: $60|Avg: $5
775%
#15
EPYC 9174F
MSRP: $194|Avg: $30
599%
#239
EPYC 7313P
MSRP: $913|Avg: $824
100%
#240
Ryzen 7 PRO 1700
MSRP: $329|Avg: $60
99%
#241
Xeon w5-2555X
MSRP: $1069|Avg: $1145
99%
#242
Xeon E-2246G
MSRP: $311|Avg: $268
99%
#244
Xeon w3-2423
MSRP: $359|Avg: $300
98%
#245
EPYC 8434P
MSRP: $1517|Avg: $3137
97%
#321
Xeon Bronze 3508U
MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A
100%
#335
Xeon Bronze 3206R
MSRP: $306|Avg: N/A
96%
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 Xeon Bronze 3508U (2023) utilizes Intel 7 nm technology and DDR5 @ 4400 MT/s (1 DPC &2DPC), providing a fundamental performance advantage.
InsightXeon E5-2628L v4Xeon Bronze 3508U
Gaming
Lower gaming performance
Superior gaming performance
Workstation
Weaker in multi-core tasks
Better multi-core power
Price
Equivalent pricing
Equivalent pricing
Longevity
🛑 Legacy (Broadwell (2015−2019) / 14 nm)
✨ Modern (Legacy / Intel 7 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Xeon E5-2628L v4 (2016) relies on 14 nm technology and older memory, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.
InsightXeon E5-2628L v4Xeon Bronze 3508U
Cost Efficiency
Lower cost efficiency
Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost
Equivalent pricing
Equivalent pricing

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 E5-2628L v4 and Xeon Bronze 3508U

Intel

Xeon E5-2628L v4

The Xeon E5-2628L 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 12 cores and 24 threads. Max frequency: 1.9 GHz. L3 cache: 30 MB. L2 cache: 3 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Thermal design power (TDP): 75 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 11,079 points. Launch price was $1,364.

Intel

Xeon Bronze 3508U

The Xeon Bronze 3508U is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2015-01-01. It features 8 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 2.1 GHz, with boost up to 2.2 GHz. L3 cache: 22.5 MB. Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: LGA4677. Thermal design power (TDP): 125 Watt. Memory support: DDR5 @ 4400 MT/s (1 DPC &2DPC). Passmark benchmark score: 11,248 points. Launch price was $800.

Processing Power

The Xeon E5-2628L v4 packs 12 cores / 24 threads, while the Xeon Bronze 3508U offers 8 cores / 8 threads — the Xeon E5-2628L v4 has 4 more cores. Boost clocks reach 1.9 GHz on the Xeon E5-2628L v4 versus 2.2 GHz on the Xeon Bronze 3508U — a 14.6% clock advantage for the Xeon Bronze 3508U. The Xeon E5-2628L v4 is built on the Broadwell (2015−2019) architecture. In PassMark, the Xeon E5-2628L v4 scores 11,079 against the Xeon Bronze 3508U's 11,248 — a 1.5% lead for the Xeon Bronze 3508U. L3 cache: 30 MB on the Xeon E5-2628L v4 vs 22.5 MB on the Xeon Bronze 3508U.

FeatureXeon E5-2628L v4Xeon Bronze 3508U
Cores / Threads
12 / 24+50%
8 / 8
Boost Clock
1.9 GHz
2.2 GHz+16%
Base Clock
2.1 GHz
L3 Cache
30 MB+33%
22.5 MB
L2 Cache
3 MB
Process
14 nm
Intel 7 nm-50%
Architecture
Broadwell (2015−2019)
PassMark
11,079
11,248+2%