Xeon E5-2650L v4 vs Ryzen 3 PRO 5350GE
Xeon E5-2650L v4
Ryzen 3 PRO 5350GE
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 E5-2650L v4 is positioned at rank #258 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 E5-2650L v4
Performance Per Dollar
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon E5-2650L v4 | Ryzen 3 PRO 5350GE |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($149) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Broadwell (2015−2019) / 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Cezanne (2021−2025) / 7 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon E5-2650L v4 | Ryzen 3 PRO 5350GE |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($149) |
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 E5-2650L v4 and Ryzen 3 PRO 5350GE
Xeon E5-2650L v4
The Xeon E5-2650L 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 14 cores and 28 threads. Base frequency is 1.7 GHz, with boost up to 2.5 GHz. L3 cache: 35 MB. L2 cache: 3.5 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA2011. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-1600, DDR4-1866, DDR4-2133, DDR4-2400. Passmark benchmark score: 12,734 points. Launch price was $1,329.
Ryzen 3 PRO 5350GE
The Ryzen 3 PRO 5350GE is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 1 June 2021 (4 years ago). It is based on the Cezanne (2021−2025) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.6 GHz, with boost up to 4.2 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB. L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 7 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 12,626 points. Launch price was $149.
Processing Power
The Xeon E5-2650L v4 packs 14 cores / 28 threads, while the Ryzen 3 PRO 5350GE offers 4 cores / 8 threads — the Xeon E5-2650L v4 has 10 more cores. Boost clocks reach 2.5 GHz on the Xeon E5-2650L v4 versus 4.2 GHz on the Ryzen 3 PRO 5350GE — a 50.7% clock advantage for the Ryzen 3 PRO 5350GE (base: 1.7 GHz vs 3.6 GHz). The Xeon E5-2650L v4 uses the Broadwell (2015−2019) architecture (14 nm), while the Ryzen 3 PRO 5350GE uses Cezanne (2021−2025) (7 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon E5-2650L v4 scores 12,734 against the Ryzen 3 PRO 5350GE's 12,626 — a 0.9% lead for the Xeon E5-2650L v4. L3 cache: 35 MB on the Xeon E5-2650L v4 vs 8 MB on the Ryzen 3 PRO 5350GE.
| Feature | Xeon E5-2650L v4 | Ryzen 3 PRO 5350GE |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 14 / 28+250% | 4 / 8 |
| Boost Clock | 2.5 GHz | 4.2 GHz+68% |
| Base Clock | 1.7 GHz | 3.6 GHz+112% |
| L3 Cache | 35 MB+338% | 8 MB |
| L2 Cache | 3.5 MB+600% | 512K (per core) |
| Process | 14 nm | 7 nm-50% |
| Architecture | Broadwell (2015−2019) | Cezanne (2021−2025) |
| PassMark | 12,734 | 12,626 |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon E5-2650L v4 uses the LGA2011 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the Ryzen 3 PRO 5350GE uses AM4 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Xeon E5-2650L v4 | Ryzen 3 PRO 5350GE |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA2011 | AM4 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 5.0+25% | PCIe 4.0 |
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