Xeon E5-2667 vs Athlon Gold PRO 3150G

Xeon E5-2667

6 Cores12 Thrd130 WWMax: 3.5 GHz2012

Athlon Gold PRO 3150G

4 Cores4 Thrd65 WWMax: 3.9 GHz2020

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Xeon E5-2667

6 / 12

7,442

0.0%

Athlon Gold PRO 3150G

4 / 4

7,468

+0.3%

Ryzen Embedded R1606G

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7965WX

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 E5-2667 is positioned at rank #991 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar Xeon E5-2667

Xeon Platinum 8454H

MSRP: $6540|Avg: N/A

43296%

Xeon Gold 6240R

MSRP: $2444|Avg: N/A

8175%

#10

Xeon 6337P

MSRP: $60|Avg: $5

7263%

#15

EPYC 9174F

MSRP: $194|Avg: $30

5611%

#537

Xeon Platinum 8180

MSRP: $10009|Avg: $2363

80%

#538

Xeon Platinum 8280M

MSRP: $10009|Avg: $6223

78%

#539

Xeon Platinum 8280

MSRP: $10009|Avg: $2940

77%

#991

Xeon E5-2667

MSRP: $1552|Avg: $31

100%

#992

Xeon E5-2690

MSRP: $2057|Avg: $150

99%

#993

Xeon E3-1565L v5

MSRP: $1552|Avg: $120

98%

#994

Xeon L5640

MSRP: $996|Avg: N/A

98%

#995

Xeon E5-4627 v2

MSRP: $2061|Avg: $70

95%

#996

Xeon L5335

MSRP: $380|Avg: $18

95%

#997

Xeon E-2144G

MSRP: $2090|Avg: $389

94%

#998

Xeon X5675

MSRP: $1440|Avg: $22

93%

#999

Xeon Phi 7210

MSRP: $1881|Avg: $150

81%

#1000

Xeon D-1567

MSRP: $2702|Avg: $230

81%

#1001

Xeon E-2126G

MSRP: $2702|Avg: $230

80%

#1004

Xeon D-1531

MSRP: $2057|Avg: $250

78%

#1005

Xeon 5130

MSRP: $316|Avg: $10

78%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Athlon Gold PRO 3150G

#328

Core i9-9900KS

MSRP: $513|Avg: $350

111%

#329

Core i5-11600T

MSRP: $262|Avg: $262

111%

#330

Core i9-9900K

MSRP: $488|Avg: $331

110%

#331

Ryzen Threadripper 2950X

MSRP: $899|Avg: $540

110%

#332

Celeron G4930T

MSRP: $42|Avg: $42

109%

#333

Core i9-9920X

MSRP: $1189|Avg: $464

108%

#334

Core i3-9100

MSRP: $122|Avg: $125

106%

#335

Core i9-10900X

MSRP: $590|Avg: $425

106%

#336

Core i7-8700T

MSRP: $303|Avg: $196

105%

#337

Ryzen 5 3600XT

MSRP: $249|Avg: $357

104%

#338

Core i9-10980XE

MSRP: $979|Avg: $620

104%

#339

Core i5-8500T

MSRP: $192|Avg: $149

104%

#340

Core i9-9900KF

MSRP: $488|Avg: $350

103%

#341

Ryzen Embedded V2748

MSRP: $309|Avg: $359

103%

#342

Core i3-9350K

MSRP: $184|Avg: $150

102%

#343

Athlon Gold PRO 3150G

MSRP: $150|Avg: $150

100%

#344

Core i9-9900

MSRP: $423|Avg: $330

99%

#345

Core i9-9980XE

MSRP: $1979|Avg: $593

99%

#346

Core i7-10700K

MSRP: $387|Avg: $380

98%

#347

Celeron G5905T

MSRP: $50|Avg: $50

95%

#348

Athlon PRO 200GE

MSRP: $55|Avg: $81

95%

#349

Core i5-9600

MSRP: $224|Avg: $219

95%

#350

Core i3-8300

MSRP: $138|Avg: $136

94%

#351

Core i5-8500B

MSRP: $192|Avg: $192

93%

#352

Core i7-13700TE

MSRP: $390|Avg: $476

93%

#353

Core i9-11900T

MSRP: $439|Avg: $413

91%

#354

Ryzen Threadripper 7970X

MSRP: $2499|Avg: $2200

91%

#355

Core i9-10900

MSRP: $483|Avg: $426

90%

#356

Ryzen Embedded V1605B

MSRP: $150|Avg: $150

90%

#357

Core i9-10900K

MSRP: $499|Avg: $500

90%

#358

Celeron G4930

MSRP: $42|Avg: $57

90%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

About PassMark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Generational Difference: This comparison involves processors from different technological eras. The Athlon Gold PRO 3150G (2020) utilizes 12 nm technology and DDR4-2933, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Xeon E5-2667	Athlon Gold PRO 3150G
Gaming	✅ Superior gaming performance	❌ Lower gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	✅ More affordable ($31)	⚠️ Higher cost ($150)
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Sandy Bridge-EP (2012) / 32 nm)	✨ Modern (Picasso (2019−2022) / 12 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Xeon E5-2667 (2012) relies on 32 nm technology and DDR3, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Xeon E5-2667	Athlon Gold PRO 3150G
Cost Efficiency	✅ Better overall value (+382%)	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅ More affordable ($31)	⚠️ Higher cost ($150)

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 E5-2667 Benchmark Check

Athlon Gold PRO 3150G Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Xeon E5-2667 and Athlon Gold PRO 3150G

Xeon E5-2667

The Xeon E5-2667 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 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 2.9 GHz, with boost up to 3.5 GHz. L3 cache: 15360 kB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: LGA2011. Thermal design power (TDP): 130 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 7,442 points. Launch price was $714.

Athlon Gold PRO 3150G

The Athlon Gold PRO 3150G is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2009-01-01. It is based on the Picasso (2019−2022) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.5 GHz, with boost up to 3.9 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 12 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2933. Passmark benchmark score: 7,468 points. Launch price was $149.

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Processing Power

The Xeon E5-2667 packs 6 cores / 12 threads, while the Athlon Gold PRO 3150G offers 4 cores / 4 threads — the Xeon E5-2667 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.5 GHz on the Xeon E5-2667 versus 3.9 GHz on the Athlon Gold PRO 3150G — a 10.8% clock advantage for the Athlon Gold PRO 3150G (base: 2.9 GHz vs 3.5 GHz). The Xeon E5-2667 uses the Sandy Bridge-EP (2012) architecture (32 nm), while the Athlon Gold PRO 3150G uses Picasso (2019−2022) (12 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon E5-2667 scores 7,442 against the Athlon Gold PRO 3150G's 7,468 — a 0.3% lead for the Athlon Gold PRO 3150G. L3 cache: 15360 kB (total) on the Xeon E5-2667 vs 4 MB (total) on the Athlon Gold PRO 3150G.

Feature	Xeon E5-2667	Athlon Gold PRO 3150G
Cores / Threads	6 / 12+50%	4 / 4
Boost Clock	3.5 GHz	3.9 GHz+11%
Base Clock	2.9 GHz	3.5 GHz+21%
L3 Cache	15360 kB (total)+275%	4 MB (total)
L2 Cache	256 kB (per core)	512 kB (per core)+100%
Process	32 nm	12 nm-63%
Architecture	Sandy Bridge-EP (2012)	Picasso (2019−2022)
PassMark	7,442	7,468

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Memory & Platform

The Xeon E5-2667 uses the LGA2011 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Athlon Gold PRO 3150G uses AM4 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3 1600 MHz on the Xeon E5-2667 versus DDR4-2933 on the Athlon Gold PRO 3150G — the Xeon E5-2667 supports 199.9% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Xeon E5-2667 supports up to 384 GB of RAM compared to 64 GB — 142.9% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 4 (Xeon E5-2667) vs 2 (Athlon Gold PRO 3150G). PCIe lanes: 40 (Xeon E5-2667) vs 8 (Athlon Gold PRO 3150G) — the Xeon E5-2667 offers 32 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: Intel C602,Intel X79 (Xeon E5-2667) and AMD AM4 (Athlon Gold PRO 3150G).

Feature	Xeon E5-2667	Athlon Gold PRO 3150G
Socket	LGA2011	AM4
PCIe Generation	PCIe 2.0	PCIe 3.0+50%
Max RAM Speed	DDR3 1600 MHz	DDR4-2933+33%
Max RAM Capacity	384 GB+500%	64 GB
RAM Channels	4+100%	2
ECC Support	✅	✅
PCIe Lanes	40+400%	8

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Advanced Features

Virtualization: true (Xeon E5-2667) / not specified (Athlon Gold PRO 3150G). The Athlon Gold PRO 3150G includes integrated graphics (AMD Radeon Vega 3), while the Xeon E5-2667 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Xeon E5-2667 targets Server.

Feature	Xeon E5-2667	Athlon Gold PRO 3150G
Integrated GPU	No	Yes
IGPU Model	—	AMD Radeon Vega 3
Unlocked	No	—
AVX-512	No	—
Virtualization	true	—
Target Use	Server	—

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Value Analysis

The Xeon E5-2667 launched at $1552 MSRP, while the Athlon Gold PRO 3150G debuted at $150. At current prices ($31 vs $150), the Xeon E5-2667 is $119 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon E5-2667 delivers 240.1 pts/$ vs 49.8 pts/$ for the Athlon Gold PRO 3150G — making the Xeon E5-2667 the 131.3% better value option.