Xeon E5-2667 v2 vs Ryzen Z2 Go
Xeon E5-2667 v2
Ryzen Z2 Go
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. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money. The Xeon E5-2667 v2 is positioned at rank 362 and the Ryzen Z2 Go is on rank 935, so the Xeon E5-2667 v2 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
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Performance Per Dollar Xeon E5-2667 v2
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen Z2 Go
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon E5-2667 v2 | Ryzen Z2 Go |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($300) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Ivy Bridge-EP (2013) / 22 nm) | ✨ Modern (Rembrandt R (2025) / 6 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon E5-2667 v2 | Ryzen Z2 Go |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($300) | ✅ 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 E5-2667 v2 and Ryzen Z2 Go
Xeon E5-2667 v2
The Xeon E5-2667 v2 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 September 2013 (12 years ago). It is based on the Ivy Bridge-EP (2013) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 3.3 GHz, with boost up to 4 GHz. L3 cache: 20 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA2011. Thermal design power (TDP): 130 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 12,186 points. Launch price was $2,300.
Ryzen Z2 Go
The Ryzen Z2 Go is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 6 January 2025 (less than a year ago). It is based on the Rembrandt R (2025) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3 GHz, with boost up to 4.3 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB. L2 cache: 2 MB. Built on 6 nm process technology. Thermal design power (TDP): 2 MB + 8 MB. Passmark benchmark score: 12,188 points. Launch price was $149.
Processing Power
The Xeon E5-2667 v2 packs 8 cores / 16 threads, while the Ryzen Z2 Go offers 4 cores / 8 threads — the Xeon E5-2667 v2 has 4 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4 GHz on the Xeon E5-2667 v2 versus 4.3 GHz on the Ryzen Z2 Go — a 7.2% clock advantage for the Ryzen Z2 Go (base: 3.3 GHz vs 3 GHz). The Xeon E5-2667 v2 uses the Ivy Bridge-EP (2013) architecture (22 nm), while the Ryzen Z2 Go uses Rembrandt R (2025) (6 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon E5-2667 v2 scores 12,186 against the Ryzen Z2 Go's 12,188 — a 0% lead for the Ryzen Z2 Go. L3 cache: 20 MB (total) on the Xeon E5-2667 v2 vs 8 MB on the Ryzen Z2 Go.
| Feature | Xeon E5-2667 v2 | Ryzen Z2 Go |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 8 / 16+100% | 4 / 8 |
| Boost Clock | 4 GHz | 4.3 GHz+7% |
| Base Clock | 3.3 GHz+10% | 3 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 20 MB (total)+150% | 8 MB |
| L2 Cache | 256 kB (per core) | 2 MB+700% |
| Process | 22 nm | 6 nm-73% |
| Architecture | Ivy Bridge-EP (2013) | Rembrandt R (2025) |
| PassMark | 12,186 | 12,188 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 5,802 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 1,842 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 6,073 |
Memory & Platform
Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3-1866 on the Xeon E5-2667 v2 versus LPDDR5-6400 on the Ryzen Z2 Go — the Ryzen Z2 Go supports 50% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Xeon E5-2667 v2 supports up to 768 GB of RAM compared to 64 GB — 169.2% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 4 (Xeon E5-2667 v2) vs 2 (Ryzen Z2 Go). PCIe lanes: 40 (Xeon E5-2667 v2) vs 16 (Ryzen Z2 Go) — the Xeon E5-2667 v2 offers 24 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: Intel X79,Intel C602 (Xeon E5-2667 v2) and Rembrandt-R (Ryzen Z2 Go).
| Feature | Xeon E5-2667 v2 | Ryzen Z2 Go |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA2011 | — |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 4.0+33% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1866 | LPDDR5-6400+67% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 768 GB+1100% | 64 GB |
| RAM Channels | 4+100% | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 40+150% | 16 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: not specified (Xeon E5-2667 v2) / SVM (Ryzen Z2 Go). The Ryzen Z2 Go includes integrated graphics (Radeon 680M), while the Xeon E5-2667 v2 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Ryzen Z2 Go targets Budget. Direct competitor: Ryzen Z2 Go rivals Core Ultra 5 135U.
| Feature | Xeon E5-2667 v2 | Ryzen Z2 Go |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | Radeon 680M |
| Unlocked | — | No |
| AVX-512 | — | No |
| Virtualization | — | SVM |
| Target Use | — | Budget |
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