Xeon E5-2660 v4 vs Xeon Gold 5215

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. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.

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Performance Per Dollar Xeon E5-2660 v4

#143

Xeon W-1350P

MSRP: $311|Avg: $250

101%

#145

Xeon 6511P

MSRP: $815|Avg: $815

101%

#147

Xeon E5-2660 v4

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#153

EPYC 7303P

MSRP: $594|Avg: $594

98%

#155

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5955WX

MSRP: $799|Avg: $999

97%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Xeon Gold 5215

#130

EPYC 9115

MSRP: $726|Avg: $726

106%

#131

EPYC 74F3

MSRP: $913|Avg: $824

105%

#143

Xeon W-1350P

MSRP: $311|Avg: $250

100%

#144

Xeon Gold 5215

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#145

Xeon 6511P

MSRP: $815|Avg: $815

100%

#153

EPYC 7303P

MSRP: $594|Avg: $594

97%

#155

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5955WX

MSRP: $799|Avg: $999

97%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

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🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Generational Difference: This comparison involves processors from different technological eras. The Xeon Gold 5215 (2019) utilizes 14 nm technology and DDR4-2667, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Xeon E5-2660 v4	Xeon Gold 5215
Gaming	❌ Lower gaming performance	✅ Superior gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	Equivalent pricing	Equivalent pricing
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Broadwell (2015−2019) / 14 nm)	✨ Modern (Cascade Lake (2019−2020) / 14 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Xeon E5-2660 v4 (2016) relies on 14 nm technology and DDR4-1600, DDR4-1866, DDR4-2133, DDR4-2400, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Xeon E5-2660 v4	Xeon Gold 5215
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	Equivalent pricing	Equivalent pricing

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 E5-2660 v4 Benchmark Check

Xeon Gold 5215 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Xeon E5-2660 v4 and Xeon Gold 5215

Xeon E5-2660 v4

The Xeon E5-2660 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 2 GHz, with boost up to 3.2 GHz. L3 cache: 35 MB. L2 cache: 3.5 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA2011. Thermal design power (TDP): 105 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-1600, DDR4-1866, DDR4-2133, DDR4-2400. Passmark benchmark score: 15,650 points. Launch price was $1,445.

Xeon Gold 5215

The Xeon Gold 5215 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2 April 2019 (6 years ago). It is based on the Cascade Lake (2019−2020) architecture. It features 10 cores and 20 threads. Base frequency is 2.5 GHz, with boost up to 3.4 GHz. L3 cache: 13.75 MB. L2 cache: 10 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA3647. Thermal design power (TDP): 85 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2667. Passmark benchmark score: 15,757 points. Launch price was $1,221.

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Processing Power

The Xeon E5-2660 v4 packs 14 cores / 28 threads, while the Xeon Gold 5215 offers 10 cores / 20 threads — the Xeon E5-2660 v4 has 4 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.2 GHz on the Xeon E5-2660 v4 versus 3.4 GHz on the Xeon Gold 5215 — a 6.1% clock advantage for the Xeon Gold 5215 (base: 2 GHz vs 2.5 GHz). The Xeon E5-2660 v4 uses the Broadwell (2015−2019) architecture (14 nm), while the Xeon Gold 5215 uses Cascade Lake (2019−2020) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon E5-2660 v4 scores 15,650 against the Xeon Gold 5215's 15,757 — a 0.7% lead for the Xeon Gold 5215. L3 cache: 35 MB on the Xeon E5-2660 v4 vs 13.75 MB on the Xeon Gold 5215.

Feature	Xeon E5-2660 v4	Xeon Gold 5215
Cores / Threads	14 / 28+40%	10 / 20
Boost Clock	3.2 GHz	3.4 GHz+6%
Base Clock	2 GHz	2.5 GHz+25%
L3 Cache	35 MB+155%	13.75 MB
L2 Cache	3.5 MB	10 MB+186%
Process	14 nm	14 nm
Architecture	Broadwell (2015−2019)	Cascade Lake (2019−2020)
PassMark	15,650	15,757

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Memory & Platform

The Xeon E5-2660 v4 uses the LGA2011 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Xeon Gold 5215 uses LGA3647 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.