Xeon E5-2687W v2 vs Ryzen 3 PRO 210
Xeon E5-2687W v2
Ryzen 3 PRO 210
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. The Xeon E5-2687W v2 is positioned at rank #970 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 E5-2687W v2
Performance Per Dollar
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon E5-2687W v2 | Ryzen 3 PRO 210 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($62) | ✅ More affordable ($30) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Ivy Bridge-EP (2013) / 22 nm) | ✨ Modern (Hawk Point-U (Zen 4 + Zen 4c) (2023−2025) / 4 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon E5-2687W v2 | Ryzen 3 PRO 210 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+104%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($62) | ✅ More affordable ($30) |
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 E5-2687W v2 and Ryzen 3 PRO 210
Xeon E5-2687W v2
The Xeon E5-2687W 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 3.4 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): 150 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 12,301 points. Launch price was $1,605.
Ryzen 3 PRO 210
The Ryzen 3 PRO 210 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 6 January 2025 (less than a year ago). It is based on the Hawk Point-U (Zen 4 + Zen 4c) (2023−2025) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3 GHz, with boost up to 4.7 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB. L2 cache: 4 MB. Built on 4 nm process technology. Socket: FP7/FP7r2. Thermal design power (TDP): 4 MB + 8 MB. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 12,155 points. Launch price was $149.
Processing Power
The Xeon E5-2687W v2 packs 8 cores / 16 threads, while the Ryzen 3 PRO 210 offers 4 cores / 8 threads — the Xeon E5-2687W v2 has 4 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4 GHz on the Xeon E5-2687W v2 versus 4.7 GHz on the Ryzen 3 PRO 210 — a 16.1% clock advantage for the Ryzen 3 PRO 210 (base: 3.4 GHz vs 3 GHz). The Xeon E5-2687W v2 uses the Ivy Bridge-EP (2013) architecture (22 nm), while the Ryzen 3 PRO 210 uses Hawk Point-U (Zen 4 + Zen 4c) (2023−2025) (4 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon E5-2687W v2 scores 12,301 against the Ryzen 3 PRO 210's 12,155 — a 1.2% lead for the Xeon E5-2687W v2. L3 cache: 20 MB (total) on the Xeon E5-2687W v2 vs 8 MB on the Ryzen 3 PRO 210.
| Feature | Xeon E5-2687W v2 | Ryzen 3 PRO 210 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 8 / 16+100% | 4 / 8 |
| Boost Clock | 4 GHz | 4.7 GHz+18% |
| Base Clock | 3.4 GHz+13% | 3 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 20 MB (total)+150% | 8 MB |
| L2 Cache | 256 kB (per core) | 4 MB+1500% |
| Process | 22 nm | 4 nm-82% |
| Architecture | Ivy Bridge-EP (2013) | Hawk Point-U (Zen 4 + Zen 4c) (2023−2025) |
| PassMark | 12,301+1% | 12,155 |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon E5-2687W v2 uses the LGA2011 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Ryzen 3 PRO 210 uses FP7/FP7r2 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Xeon E5-2687W v2 | Ryzen 3 PRO 210 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA2011 | FP7/FP7r2 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 4.0+33% |
Value Analysis
The Xeon E5-2687W v2 launched at $2112 MSRP, while the Ryzen 3 PRO 210 debuted at $0. At current prices ($62 vs $30), the Ryzen 3 PRO 210 is $32 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon E5-2687W v2 delivers 198.4 pts/$ vs 405.2 pts/$ for the Ryzen 3 PRO 210 — making the Ryzen 3 PRO 210 the 68.5% better value option.
| Feature | Xeon E5-2687W v2 | Ryzen 3 PRO 210 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $2112 | $0-100% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $62 | $30-52% |
| Performance per Dollar | 198.4 | 405.2+104% |
| Release Date | 2013 | 2025 |
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