Xeon E5-2630L v2 vs Ryzen Embedded V1605B
Xeon E5-2630L v2
Ryzen Embedded V1605B
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 E5-2630L 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.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Xeon E5-2630L v2
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen Embedded V1605B
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon E5-2630L v2 | Ryzen Embedded V1605B |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($149) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($150) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Ivy Bridge-EP (2013) / 22 nm) | ✨ Modern (Zen (2017−2020) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon E5-2630L v2 | Ryzen Embedded V1605B |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+1%) |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($149) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($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 E5-2630L v2 and Ryzen Embedded V1605B
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 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
The Xeon E5-2630L v2 packs 6 cores / 12 threads, while the Ryzen Embedded V1605B 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 3.6 GHz on the Ryzen Embedded V1605B — a 25% clock advantage for the Ryzen Embedded V1605B (base: 2.4 GHz vs 2 GHz). The Xeon E5-2630L v2 uses the Ivy Bridge-EP (2013) architecture (22 nm), while the Ryzen Embedded V1605B uses Zen (2017−2020) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon E5-2630L v2 scores 6,640 against the Ryzen Embedded V1605B's 6,724 — a 1.3% lead for the Ryzen Embedded V1605B. L3 cache: 15 MB (total) on the Xeon E5-2630L v2 vs 2 MB (total) on the Ryzen Embedded V1605B.
| Feature | Xeon E5-2630L v2 | Ryzen Embedded V1605B |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 6 / 12+50% | 4 / 8 |
| Boost Clock | 2.8 GHz | 3.6 GHz+29% |
| Base Clock | 2.4 GHz+20% | 2 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 15 MB (total)+650% | 2 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 256 kB (per core) | 512K (per core)+100% |
| Process | 22 nm | 14 nm-36% |
| Architecture | Ivy Bridge-EP (2013) | Zen (2017−2020) |
| PassMark | 6,640 | 6,724+1% |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon E5-2630L v2 uses the LGA2011 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Ryzen Embedded V1605B uses FP5 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Xeon E5-2630L v2 | Ryzen Embedded V1605B |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA2011 | FP5 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0+33% | PCIe 3.0 |
Value Analysis
The Xeon E5-2630L v2 launched at $612 MSRP, while the Ryzen Embedded V1605B debuted at $150. At current prices ($149 vs $150), the Xeon E5-2630L v2 is $1 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon E5-2630L v2 delivers 44.6 pts/$ vs 44.8 pts/$ for the Ryzen Embedded V1605B — making the Ryzen Embedded V1605B the 0.6% better value option.
| Feature | Xeon E5-2630L v2 | Ryzen Embedded V1605B |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $612 | $150-75% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $149 | $150 |
| Performance per Dollar | 44.6 | 44.8 |
| Release Date | 2013 | 2018 |
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