CPU
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Xeon E5-2689 v4
Core Ultra 5 228V
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
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Performance Per Dollar Xeon E5-2689 v4
Performance Per Dollar Core Ultra 5 228V
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon E5-2689 v4 | Core Ultra 5 228V |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($100) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($295) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Broadwell (2015−2019) / 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Lunar Lake (2024) / 3 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon E5-2689 v4 | Core Ultra 5 228V |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+197%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($100) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($295) |
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 E5-2689 v4 and Core Ultra 5 228V
Xeon E5-2689 v4
The Xeon E5-2689 v4 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 20 June 2016 (9 years ago). It is based on the Broadwell (2015−2019) architecture. It features 10 cores and 20 threads. Base frequency is 3.1 GHz, with boost up to 3.8 GHz. L3 cache: 25 MB. L2 cache: 2.5 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA2011-3. Thermal design power (TDP): 165 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-1600, DDR4-1866, DDR4-2133, DDR4-2400. Passmark benchmark score: 17,084 points. Launch price was $2,723.
Core Ultra 5 228V
The Core Ultra 5 228V is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 24 September 2024 (1 year ago). It is based on the Lunar Lake (2024) architecture. It features 8 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 2.1 GHz, with boost up to 4.5 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 2.5 MB (per core). Built on 3 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA2833. Thermal design power (TDP): 17 Watt. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 16,955 points. Launch price was $299.
Processing Power
The Xeon E5-2689 v4 packs 10 cores / 20 threads, while the Core Ultra 5 228V offers 8 cores / 8 threads — the Xeon E5-2689 v4 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.8 GHz on the Xeon E5-2689 v4 versus 4.5 GHz on the Core Ultra 5 228V — a 16.9% clock advantage for the Core Ultra 5 228V (base: 3.1 GHz vs 2.1 GHz). The Xeon E5-2689 v4 uses the Broadwell (2015−2019) architecture (14 nm), while the Core Ultra 5 228V uses Lunar Lake (2024) (3 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon E5-2689 v4 scores 17,084 against the Core Ultra 5 228V's 16,955 — a 0.8% lead for the Xeon E5-2689 v4. L3 cache: 25 MB on the Xeon E5-2689 v4 vs 8 MB (total) on the Core Ultra 5 228V.
| Feature | Xeon E5-2689 v4 | Core Ultra 5 228V |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 10 / 20+25% | 8 / 8 |
| Boost Clock | 3.8 GHz | 4.5 GHz+18% |
| Base Clock | 3.1 GHz+48% | 2.1 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 25 MB+213% | 8 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 2.5 MB | 2.5 MB (per core) |
| Process | 14 nm | 3 nm-79% |
| Architecture | Broadwell (2015−2019) | Lunar Lake (2024) |
| PassMark | 17,084 | 16,955 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 9,932 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 2,585 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 10,053 |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon E5-2689 v4 uses the LGA2011-3 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core Ultra 5 228V uses FCBGA2833 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Xeon E5-2689 v4 | Core Ultra 5 228V |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA2011-3 | FCBGA2833 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 5.0+67% |
| Max RAM Speed | — | LPDDR5X-8533 |
| Max RAM Capacity | — | 32 GB |
| RAM Channels | — | 2 |
| ECC Support | — | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | — | 8 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: not specified (Xeon E5-2689 v4) / Yes (Core Ultra 5 228V). The Core Ultra 5 228V includes integrated graphics (Arc 130V), while the Xeon E5-2689 v4 requires a dedicated GPU.
| Feature | Xeon E5-2689 v4 | Core Ultra 5 228V |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | — | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | Arc 130V |
| AVX-512 | — | No |
| Virtualization | — | Yes |
Value Analysis
The Xeon E5-2689 v4 launched at $2723 MSRP, while the Core Ultra 5 228V debuted at $295. At current prices ($100 vs $295), the Xeon E5-2689 v4 is $195 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon E5-2689 v4 delivers 170.8 pts/$ vs 57.5 pts/$ for the Core Ultra 5 228V — making the Xeon E5-2689 v4 the 99.3% better value option.
| Feature | Xeon E5-2689 v4 | Core Ultra 5 228V |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $2723 | $295-89% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $100-66% | $295 |
| Performance per Dollar | 170.8+197% | 57.5 |
| Release Date | 2016 | 2024 |
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