Xeon E5-2630L v2 vs Ryzen Embedded R2514
Xeon E5-2630L v2
Ryzen Embedded R2514
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 E5-2630L 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.
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Performance Per Dollar Xeon E5-2630L v2
Performance Per Dollar
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon E5-2630L v2 | Ryzen Embedded R2514 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($149) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Ivy Bridge-EP (2013) / 22 nm) | ✨ Modern (Picasso (2019−2022) / 12 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon E5-2630L v2 | Ryzen Embedded R2514 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($149) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
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 E5-2630L v2 and Ryzen Embedded R2514
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 Embedded R2514
The Ryzen Embedded R2514 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 30 September 2022 (3 years ago). It is based on the Picasso (2019−2022) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 2.1 GHz, with boost up to 3.7 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 12 nm process technology. Socket: FP5. Thermal design power (TDP): 15 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 6,731 points. Launch price was $149.
Processing Power
The Xeon E5-2630L v2 packs 6 cores / 12 threads, while the Ryzen Embedded R2514 offers 4 cores / 8 threads — the Xeon E5-2630L v2 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 2.8 GHz on the Xeon E5-2630L v2 versus 3.7 GHz on the Ryzen Embedded R2514 — a 27.7% clock advantage for the Ryzen Embedded R2514 (base: 2.4 GHz vs 2.1 GHz). The Xeon E5-2630L v2 uses the Ivy Bridge-EP (2013) architecture (22 nm), while the Ryzen Embedded R2514 uses Picasso (2019−2022) (12 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon E5-2630L v2 scores 6,640 against the Ryzen Embedded R2514's 6,731 — a 1.4% lead for the Ryzen Embedded R2514. L3 cache: 15 MB (total) on the Xeon E5-2630L v2 vs 4 MB (total) on the Ryzen Embedded R2514.
| Feature | Xeon E5-2630L v2 | Ryzen Embedded R2514 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 6 / 12+50% | 4 / 8 |
| Boost Clock | 2.8 GHz | 3.7 GHz+32% |
| Base Clock | 2.4 GHz+14% | 2.1 GHz |
| 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 | 6,640 | 6,731+1% |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon E5-2630L v2 uses the LGA2011 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Ryzen Embedded R2514 uses FP5 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Xeon E5-2630L v2 | Ryzen Embedded R2514 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA2011 | FP5 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0+33% | PCIe 3.0 |
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