Xeon E5-2630 v2 vs Athlon Gold PRO 3150G
Xeon E5-2630 v2
Athlon Gold PRO 3150G
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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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 E5-2630 v2 is positioned at rank #949 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 E5-2630 v2
Performance Per Dollar Athlon Gold PRO 3150G
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon E5-2630 v2 | Athlon Gold PRO 3150G |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($1,224) | ✅ More affordable ($150) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Ivy Bridge-EP (2013) / 22 nm) | ✨ Modern (Picasso (2019−2022) / 12 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon E5-2630 v2 | Athlon Gold PRO 3150G |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+714%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($1,224) | ✅ More affordable ($150) |
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 E5-2630 v2 and Athlon Gold PRO 3150G
Xeon E5-2630 v2
The Xeon E5-2630 v2 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 September 2013 (12 years ago). It is based on the Ivy Bridge-EP (2013) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 2.6 GHz, with boost up to 3.1 GHz. L3 cache: 15 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA2011. Thermal design power (TDP): 80 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 7,490 points. Launch price was $250.
Athlon Gold PRO 3150G
The Athlon Gold PRO 3150G is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2009-01-01. It is based on the Picasso (2019−2022) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.5 GHz, with boost up to 3.9 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 12 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2933. Passmark benchmark score: 7,468 points. Launch price was $149.
Processing Power
The Xeon E5-2630 v2 packs 6 cores / 12 threads, while the Athlon Gold PRO 3150G offers 4 cores / 4 threads — the Xeon E5-2630 v2 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.1 GHz on the Xeon E5-2630 v2 versus 3.9 GHz on the Athlon Gold PRO 3150G — a 22.9% clock advantage for the Athlon Gold PRO 3150G (base: 2.6 GHz vs 3.5 GHz). The Xeon E5-2630 v2 uses the Ivy Bridge-EP (2013) architecture (22 nm), while the Athlon Gold PRO 3150G uses Picasso (2019−2022) (12 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon E5-2630 v2 scores 7,490 against the Athlon Gold PRO 3150G's 7,468 — a 0.3% lead for the Xeon E5-2630 v2. L3 cache: 15 MB (total) on the Xeon E5-2630 v2 vs 4 MB (total) on the Athlon Gold PRO 3150G.
| Feature | Xeon E5-2630 v2 | Athlon Gold PRO 3150G |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 6 / 12+50% | 4 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 3.1 GHz | 3.9 GHz+26% |
| Base Clock | 2.6 GHz | 3.5 GHz+35% |
| L3 Cache | 15 MB (total)+275% | 4 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 256 kB (per core) | 512 kB (per core)+100% |
| Process | 22 nm | 12 nm-45% |
| Architecture | Ivy Bridge-EP (2013) | Picasso (2019−2022) |
| PassMark | 7,490 | 7,468 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 549 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 3,654 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon E5-2630 v2 uses the LGA2011 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Athlon Gold PRO 3150G uses AM4 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3-1600 on the Xeon E5-2630 v2 versus DDR4-2933 on the Athlon Gold PRO 3150G — the Athlon Gold PRO 3150G supports 28.6% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Xeon E5-2630 v2 supports up to 768 GB of RAM compared to 64 GB — 169.2% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 4 (Xeon E5-2630 v2) vs 2 (Athlon Gold PRO 3150G). PCIe lanes: 40 (Xeon E5-2630 v2) vs 8 (Athlon Gold PRO 3150G) — the Xeon E5-2630 v2 offers 32 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: C602,C600 (Xeon E5-2630 v2) and AMD AM4 (Athlon Gold PRO 3150G).
| Feature | Xeon E5-2630 v2 | Athlon Gold PRO 3150G |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA2011 | AM4 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0+33% | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1600 | DDR4-2933+33% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 768 GB+1100% | 64 GB |
| RAM Channels | 4+100% | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 40+400% | 8 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: VT-x, VT-d (Xeon E5-2630 v2) / not specified (Athlon Gold PRO 3150G). The Athlon Gold PRO 3150G includes integrated graphics (AMD Radeon Vega 3), while the Xeon E5-2630 v2 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Xeon E5-2630 v2 targets Server.
| Feature | Xeon E5-2630 v2 | Athlon Gold PRO 3150G |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | AMD Radeon Vega 3 |
| Unlocked | No | — |
| AVX-512 | No | — |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | — |
| Target Use | Server | — |
Value Analysis
The Xeon E5-2630 v2 launched at $1069 MSRP, while the Athlon Gold PRO 3150G debuted at $150. At current prices ($1224 vs $150), the Athlon Gold PRO 3150G is $1074 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon E5-2630 v2 delivers 6.1 pts/$ vs 49.8 pts/$ for the Athlon Gold PRO 3150G — making the Athlon Gold PRO 3150G the 156.2% better value option.
| Feature | Xeon E5-2630 v2 | Athlon Gold PRO 3150G |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $1069 | $150-86% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $1224 | $150-88% |
| Performance per Dollar | 6.1 | 49.8+716% |
| Release Date | 2013 | 2020 |
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