Xeon E5-2689 v4 vs Xeon D-1848TER

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. 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 E5-2689 v4

#515

Xeon E5-4640 v4

MSRP: $2837|Avg: N/A

127%

#516

Xeon E7-8867 v3

MSRP: $4672|Avg: $4672

126%

#517

Xeon Gold 6150

MSRP: $3358|Avg: $196

126%

#518

Xeon E5-1680 v3

MSRP: $1723|Avg: $200

123%

#519

Xeon E5-2690 v3

MSRP: $2090|Avg: $85

122%

#520

Xeon 6780E

MSRP: $11350|Avg: $8513

122%

#521

Xeon E5-2697A v4

MSRP: $2891|Avg: $121

119%

#522

Xeon Gold 6134

MSRP: $2214|Avg: $378

119%

#523

Xeon Gold 6138T

MSRP: $2742|Avg: $400

118%

#524

Xeon E5-2675 V3

MSRP: $1800|Avg: $100

117%

#524

Xeon E5-2676 V3

MSRP: $1800|Avg: $36

117%

#524

Xeon E7-4880 v2

MSRP: $6619|Avg: $185

117%

#527

Xeon Platinum 8592+

MSRP: $11600|Avg: $11600

115%

#528

Xeon E5-2687W v3

MSRP: $2141|Avg: $749

108%

#529

Xeon Max 9480

MSRP: $12980|Avg: $12980

102%

#530

Xeon E5-2689 v4

MSRP: $2723|Avg: $100

100%

#531

EPYC 7543

MSRP: $10257|Avg: $468

98%

#532

Xeon Platinum 8368Q

MSRP: $7719|Avg: $7719

96%

#533

Xeon Gold 6250

MSRP: $3400|Avg: $2000

96%

#534

Xeon E5-2699 v4

MSRP: $4115|Avg: $400

96%

#535

Xeon W-3245M

MSRP: $5002|Avg: $5002

91%

#536

Xeon W-3265M

MSRP: $6300|Avg: $3500

90%

#537

Xeon Platinum 8180

MSRP: $10009|Avg: $2363

61%

#538

Xeon Platinum 8280M

MSRP: $10009|Avg: $6223

60%

#539

Xeon Platinum 8280

MSRP: $10009|Avg: $2940

59%

#540

Xeon E7-8891 v3

MSRP: $6841|Avg: $418

50%

#541

Xeon E5-4669 v4

MSRP: $7007|Avg: $300

40%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Xeon D-1848TER

#115

Xeon W-1370

MSRP: $323|Avg: $323

105%

#119

Xeon 6505P

MSRP: $563|Avg: $563

103%

#126

Xeon D-1848TER

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#130

EPYC 9115

MSRP: $726|Avg: $726

98%

#131

EPYC 74F3

MSRP: $913|Avg: $824

98%

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 Xeon D-1848TER (2023) utilizes modern node technology and DDR4, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Xeon E5-2689 v4	Xeon D-1848TER
Gaming	❌ Lower gaming performance	✅ Superior gaming performance
Workstation	✅ Better multi-core power	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks
Price	⚠️ Higher cost ($100)	✅ More affordable ($0)
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Broadwell (2015−2019) / 14 nm)	✨ Modern (Legacy / Standard Node)

💎 Value Proposition

The Xeon E5-2689 v4 (2016) relies on 14 nm technology and DDR4-1600, DDR4-1866, DDR4-2133, DDR4-2400, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Xeon E5-2689 v4	Xeon D-1848TER
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	⚠️ Higher cost ($100)	✅ More affordable ($0)

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 E5-2689 v4 Benchmark Check

Xeon D-1848TER Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Xeon E5-2689 v4 and Xeon D-1848TER

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.

Xeon D-1848TER

The Xeon D-1848TER is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2015-01-01. It features 10 cores and 20 threads. Base frequency is 2 GHz, with boost up to 3.1 GHz. L3 cache: 15360 kB. Socket: FCBGA2227. Thermal design power (TDP): 57 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 16,952 points. Launch price was $800.

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Processing Power

Both the Xeon E5-2689 v4 and Xeon D-1848TER share an identical 10-core/20-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 3.8 GHz on the Xeon E5-2689 v4 versus 3.1 GHz on the Xeon D-1848TER — a 20.3% clock advantage for the Xeon E5-2689 v4 (base: 3.1 GHz vs 2 GHz). The Xeon E5-2689 v4 is built on the Broadwell (2015−2019) architecture. In PassMark, the Xeon E5-2689 v4 scores 17,084 against the Xeon D-1848TER's 16,952 — a 0.8% lead for the Xeon E5-2689 v4. L3 cache: 25 MB on the Xeon E5-2689 v4 vs 15360 kB on the Xeon D-1848TER.

Feature	Xeon E5-2689 v4	Xeon D-1848TER
Cores / Threads	10 / 20	10 / 20
Boost Clock	3.8 GHz+23%	3.1 GHz
Base Clock	3.1 GHz+55%	2 GHz
L3 Cache	25 MB+67%	15360 kB
L2 Cache	2.5 MB	—
Process	14 nm	—
Architecture	Broadwell (2015−2019)	—
PassMark	17,084	16,952

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Memory & Platform

The Xeon E5-2689 v4 uses the LGA2011-3 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Xeon D-1848TER uses FCBGA2227 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.