Xeon E5-2680 v2 vs Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE
Xeon E5-2680 v2
Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE
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 E5-2680 v2 is positioned at rank #636 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 E5-2680 v2
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon E5-2680 v2 | Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($462) | ✅ More affordable ($180) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Ivy Bridge-EP (2013) / 22 nm) | ✨ Modern (Cezanne (2021−2025) / 7 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon E5-2680 v2 | Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+158%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($462) | ✅ More affordable ($180) |
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 E5-2680 v2 and Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE
Xeon E5-2680 v2
The Xeon E5-2680 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 10 cores and 20 threads. Base frequency is 2.8 GHz, with boost up to 3.6 GHz. L3 cache: 25 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA2011. Thermal design power (TDP): 115 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 12,707 points. Launch price was $1,260.
Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE
The Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 5 September 2024 (1 year 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: 512 kB (per core). Built on 7 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 12,761 points. Launch price was $149.
Processing Power
The Xeon E5-2680 v2 packs 10 cores / 20 threads, while the Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE offers 4 cores / 8 threads — the Xeon E5-2680 v2 has 6 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.6 GHz on the Xeon E5-2680 v2 versus 4.2 GHz on the Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE — a 15.4% clock advantage for the Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE (base: 2.8 GHz vs 3.6 GHz). The Xeon E5-2680 v2 uses the Ivy Bridge-EP (2013) architecture (22 nm), while the Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE uses Cezanne (2021−2025) (7 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon E5-2680 v2 scores 12,707 against the Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE's 12,761 — a 0.4% lead for the Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE. L3 cache: 25 MB (total) on the Xeon E5-2680 v2 vs 8 MB on the Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE.
| Feature | Xeon E5-2680 v2 | Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 10 / 20+150% | 4 / 8 |
| Boost Clock | 3.6 GHz | 4.2 GHz+17% |
| Base Clock | 2.8 GHz | 3.6 GHz+29% |
| L3 Cache | 25 MB (total)+213% | 8 MB |
| L2 Cache | 256 kB (per core) | 512 kB (per core)+100% |
| Process | 22 nm | 7 nm-68% |
| Architecture | Ivy Bridge-EP (2013) | Cezanne (2021−2025) |
| PassMark | 12,707 | 12,761 |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon E5-2680 v2 uses the LGA2011 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE uses AM4 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Xeon E5-2680 v2 | Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA2011 | AM4 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 4.0+33% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1866 | — |
| Max RAM Capacity | 768 GB | — |
| RAM Channels | 4 | — |
| ECC Support | ✅ | — |
| PCIe Lanes | 40 | — |
Value Analysis
The Xeon E5-2680 v2 launched at $667 MSRP, while the Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE debuted at $180. At current prices ($462 vs $180), the Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE is $282 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon E5-2680 v2 delivers 27.5 pts/$ vs 70.9 pts/$ for the Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE — making the Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE the 88.2% better value option.
| Feature | Xeon E5-2680 v2 | Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $667 | $180-73% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $462 | $180-61% |
| Performance per Dollar | 27.5 | 70.9+158% |
| Release Date | 2013 | 2024 |
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