Xeon E5-2660 vs Ryzen Embedded V1807B
Xeon E5-2660
Ryzen Embedded V1807B
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 E5-2660 is positioned at rank #963 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 E5-2660
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen Embedded V1807B
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon E5-2660 | Ryzen Embedded V1807B |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($65) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($300) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Sandy Bridge-EP (2012) / 32 nm) | ✨ Modern (Zen (2017−2020) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon E5-2660 | Ryzen Embedded V1807B |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+361%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($65) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($300) |
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 E5-2660 and Ryzen Embedded V1807B
Xeon E5-2660
The Xeon E5-2660 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 6 March 2012 (13 years ago). It is based on the Sandy Bridge-EP (2012) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 2.2 GHz, with boost up to 3 GHz. L3 cache: 20480 kB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: LGA2011. Thermal design power (TDP): 95 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 8,067 points. Launch price was $85.
Ryzen Embedded V1807B
The Ryzen Embedded V1807B 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 3.35 GHz, with boost up to 3.8 GHz. L3 cache: 2 MB (total). L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: FP5. Thermal design power (TDP): 45 Watt. Memory support: DDR4 Dual-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 8,069 points. Launch price was $149.
Processing Power
The Xeon E5-2660 packs 8 cores / 16 threads, while the Ryzen Embedded V1807B offers 4 cores / 8 threads — the Xeon E5-2660 has 4 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3 GHz on the Xeon E5-2660 versus 3.8 GHz on the Ryzen Embedded V1807B — a 23.5% clock advantage for the Ryzen Embedded V1807B (base: 2.2 GHz vs 3.35 GHz). The Xeon E5-2660 uses the Sandy Bridge-EP (2012) architecture (32 nm), while the Ryzen Embedded V1807B uses Zen (2017−2020) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon E5-2660 scores 8,067 against the Ryzen Embedded V1807B's 8,069 — a 0% lead for the Ryzen Embedded V1807B. L3 cache: 20480 kB (total) on the Xeon E5-2660 vs 2 MB (total) on the Ryzen Embedded V1807B.
| Feature | Xeon E5-2660 | Ryzen Embedded V1807B |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 8 / 16+100% | 4 / 8 |
| Boost Clock | 3 GHz | 3.8 GHz+27% |
| Base Clock | 2.2 GHz | 3.35 GHz+52% |
| L3 Cache | 20480 kB (total)+900% | 2 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 256 kB (per core) | 512K (per core)+100% |
| Process | 32 nm | 14 nm-56% |
| Architecture | Sandy Bridge-EP (2012) | Zen (2017−2020) |
| PassMark | 8,067 | 8,069 |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon E5-2660 uses the LGA2011 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Ryzen Embedded V1807B uses FP5 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Xeon E5-2660 | Ryzen Embedded V1807B |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA2011 | FP5 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 3.0+50% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1600 | — |
| Max RAM Capacity | 384 GB | — |
| RAM Channels | 4 | — |
| ECC Support | ✅ | — |
| PCIe Lanes | 40 | — |
Value Analysis
The Xeon E5-2660 launched at $1329 MSRP, while the Ryzen Embedded V1807B debuted at $300. At current prices ($65 vs $300), the Xeon E5-2660 is $235 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon E5-2660 delivers 124.1 pts/$ vs 26.9 pts/$ for the Ryzen Embedded V1807B — making the Xeon E5-2660 the 128.8% better value option.
| Feature | Xeon E5-2660 | Ryzen Embedded V1807B |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $1329 | $300-77% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $65-78% | $300 |
| Performance per Dollar | 124.1+361% | 26.9 |
| Release Date | 2012 | 2018 |
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