Xeon E5-2630L v2 vs Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G

Xeon E5-2630L v2

6 Cores12 Thrd60 WWMax: 2.8 GHz2013

Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G

4 Cores4 Thrd65 WWMax: 3.5 GHz2018

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Xeon E5-2630L v2

6 / 12

6,640

0.0%

6,661

+0.3%

Ryzen Threadripper 3970X

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7965WX

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 E5-2630L v2 is positioned at rank #840 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 E5-2630L v2

Xeon Platinum 8454H

MSRP: $6540|Avg: N/A

19154%

Xeon Gold 6240R

MSRP: $2444|Avg: N/A

3616%

#10

Xeon 6337P

MSRP: $60|Avg: $5

3213%

#15

EPYC 9174F

MSRP: $194|Avg: $30

2482%

#475

EPYC 9965

MSRP: $14813|Avg: $10000

100%

#476

EPYC 9745

MSRP: $12141|Avg: $10588

99%

#477

EPYC 7J13

MSRP: $7890|Avg: $150

99%

#478

EPYC 7702

MSRP: $6450|Avg: $2035

99%

#479

EPYC 7763

MSRP: $7890|Avg: $1513

99%

#480

EPYC 9734

MSRP: $9600|Avg: $6598

98%

#481

Xeon Platinum 8160M

MSRP: $5000|Avg: $350

98%

#482

Xeon 6724P

MSRP: $3622|Avg: $3622

97%

#840

Xeon E5-2630L v2

MSRP: $612|Avg: $149

100%

#842

Xeon E3-1246 v3

MSRP: $667|Avg: $215

100%

#843

Xeon W3540

MSRP: $284|Avg: $10

100%

#844

Xeon E-2124G

MSRP: $667|Avg: $462

100%

#852

Xeon E5-2407

MSRP: $250|Avg: $25

98%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G

#203

Core i3-10305

MSRP: $149|Avg: $100

105%

#204

Core i3-9320

MSRP: $154|Avg: $80

105%

#205

Core i3-10105

MSRP: $122|Avg: $90

104%

#206

Core i3-13100E

MSRP: $150|Avg: $150

104%

#207

Core i9-13900F

MSRP: $524|Avg: $536

104%

#208

Processor 300

MSRP: $82|Avg: $80

104%

#209

Ryzen 5 2600

MSRP: $199|Avg: $145

103%

#210

Ryzen 5 2400GE

MSRP: $169|Avg: $80

103%

#211

Core i9-14900KS

MSRP: $749|Avg: $670

103%

#212

Ryzen 7 7800X3D

MSRP: $449|Avg: $384

102%

#213

Core i3-8100T

MSRP: $117|Avg: $59

102%

#214

Core i7-13700E

MSRP: $390|Avg: $380

102%

#215

Ryzen 7 PRO 5750G

MSRP: $430|Avg: $270

101%

#216

Core i7-9700

MSRP: $333|Avg: $150

100%

#217

Core i5-13500TE

MSRP: $235|Avg: $250

100%

#218

Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G

MSRP: $294|Avg: $76

100%

#219

Ryzen 7 PRO 5845

MSRP: $300|Avg: $300

99%

#220

Athlon PRO 300GE

MSRP: $50|Avg: $50

99%

#221

Athlon Gold 3150G

MSRP: $100|Avg: $80

99%

#222

Core i7-9800X

MSRP: $589|Avg: $210

98%

#223

Ryzen 7 4700G

MSRP: $299|Avg: $235

98%

#224

Ryzen 9 5900

MSRP: $549|Avg: $395

98%

#225

Ryzen 5 7600X3D

MSRP: $299|Avg: $300

98%

#226

Ryzen 5 1600X

MSRP: $249|Avg: $144

60%

#226

Core i5-14500T

MSRP: $232|Avg: $267

98%

#227

Core i5-12600

MSRP: $233|Avg: $250

98%

#228

Core i7-11700T

MSRP: $323|Avg: $180

98%

#229

Core i5-10600

MSRP: $244|Avg: $159

97%

#230

Ryzen 5 PRO 2400G

MSRP: $193|Avg: $100

97%

#231

Core i7-8700B

MSRP: $303|Avg: $139

97%

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 3 PRO 2200G (2018) utilizes 14 nm technology and DDR4-2933, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Xeon E5-2630L v2	Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G
Gaming	❌ Lower gaming performance	✅ Superior gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	⚠️ Higher cost ($149)	✅ More affordable ($76)
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Ivy Bridge-EP (2013) / 22 nm)	✨ Modern (Zen (2017−2020) / 14 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Xeon E5-2630L v2 (2013) relies on 22 nm technology and DDR3, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Xeon E5-2630L v2	Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	✅ Better overall value (+97%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️ Higher cost ($149)	✅ More affordable ($76)

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.

Xeon E5-2630L v2 Benchmark Check

Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Xeon E5-2630L v2 and Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G

Xeon E5-2630L v2

The Xeon E5-2630L v2 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2015-01-01. It is based on the Ivy Bridge-EP (2013) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 2.4 GHz, with boost up to 2.8 GHz. L3 cache: 15 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA2011. Thermal design power (TDP): 60 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 6,640 points. Launch price was $800.

Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G

The Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 10 May 2018 (7 years ago). It is based on the Zen (2017−2020) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Max frequency: 3.5 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB. L2 cache: 2 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2933. Passmark benchmark score: 6,661 points. Launch price was $149.

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Processing Power

The Xeon E5-2630L v2 packs 6 cores / 12 threads, while the Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G offers 4 cores / 4 threads — the Xeon E5-2630L v2 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 2.8 GHz on the Xeon E5-2630L v2 versus 3.5 GHz on the Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G — a 22.2% clock advantage for the Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G. The Xeon E5-2630L v2 uses the Ivy Bridge-EP (2013) architecture (22 nm), while the Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G uses Zen (2017−2020) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon E5-2630L v2 scores 6,640 against the Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G's 6,661 — a 0.3% lead for the Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G. L3 cache: 15 MB (total) on the Xeon E5-2630L v2 vs 4 MB on the Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G.

Feature	Xeon E5-2630L v2	Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G
Cores / Threads	6 / 12+50%	4 / 4
Boost Clock	2.8 GHz	3.5 GHz+25%
Base Clock	2.4 GHz	—
L3 Cache	15 MB (total)+275%	4 MB
L2 Cache	256 kB (per core)	2 MB+700%
Process	22 nm	14 nm-36%
Architecture	Ivy Bridge-EP (2013)	Zen (2017−2020)
PassMark	6,640	6,661

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Memory & Platform

The Xeon E5-2630L v2 uses the LGA2011 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G uses AM4 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.

Feature	Xeon E5-2630L v2	Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G
Socket	LGA2011	AM4
PCIe Generation	PCIe 4.0+33%	PCIe 3.0

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Value Analysis

The Xeon E5-2630L v2 launched at $612 MSRP, while the Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G debuted at $294. At current prices ($149 vs $76), the Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G is $73 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon E5-2630L v2 delivers 44.6 pts/$ vs 87.6 pts/$ for the Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G — making the Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G the 65.2% better value option.