CPU
GPU
Xeon E5-2685 v3
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 E5-2685 v3 is positioned at rank #250 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 E5-2685 v3
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon E5-2685 v3 | Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($2,090) | ✅ More affordable ($180) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Haswell-EP (2014−2015) / 22 nm) | ✨ Modern (Cezanne (2021−2025) / 7 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon E5-2685 v3 | Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+1045%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($2,090) | ✅ 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 E5-2685 v3 and Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE
Xeon E5-2685 v3
The Xeon E5-2685 v3 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2015-01-01. It is based on the Haswell-EP (2014−2015) architecture. It features 12 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 2.6 GHz, with boost up to 3.3 GHz. L3 cache: 30 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA2011-3. Thermal design power (TDP): 120 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-1600, DDR4-1866, DDR4-2133. Passmark benchmark score: 12,944 points. Launch price was $800.
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 E5-2685 v3 packs 12 cores / 12 threads, while the Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE offers 4 cores / 8 threads — the Xeon E5-2685 v3 has 8 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.3 GHz on the Xeon E5-2685 v3 versus 4.2 GHz on the Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE — a 24% clock advantage for the Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE (base: 2.6 GHz vs 3.6 GHz). The Xeon E5-2685 v3 uses the Haswell-EP (2014−2015) architecture (22 nm), while the Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE uses Cezanne (2021−2025) (7 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon E5-2685 v3 scores 12,944 against the Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE's 12,761 — a 1.4% lead for the Xeon E5-2685 v3. L3 cache: 30 MB (total) on the Xeon E5-2685 v3 vs 8 MB on the Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE.
| Feature | Xeon E5-2685 v3 | Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 12 / 12+200% | 4 / 8 |
| Boost Clock | 3.3 GHz | 4.2 GHz+27% |
| Base Clock | 2.6 GHz | 3.6 GHz+38% |
| L3 Cache | 30 MB (total)+275% | 8 MB |
| L2 Cache | 256K (per core) | 512 kB (per core)+100% |
| Process | 22 nm | 7 nm-68% |
| Architecture | Haswell-EP (2014−2015) | Cezanne (2021−2025) |
| PassMark | 12,944+1% | 12,761 |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon E5-2685 v3 uses the LGA2011-3 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE uses AM4 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Xeon E5-2685 v3 | Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA2011-3 | AM4 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 5.0+25% | PCIe 4.0 |
Value Analysis
The Xeon E5-2685 v3 launched at $2090 MSRP, while the Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE debuted at $180.
| Feature | Xeon E5-2685 v3 | Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $2090 | $180-91% |
| Avg Price (30d) | — | $180 |
| Release Date | 2014 | 2024 |
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