Xeon E5-2699 v4 vs M3 Pro 11-Core

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 E5-2699 v4

#519

Xeon E5-2690 v3

MSRP: $2090|Avg: $85

128%

#520

Xeon 6780E

MSRP: $11350|Avg: $8513

127%

#521

Xeon E5-2697A v4

MSRP: $2891|Avg: $121

124%

#522

Xeon Gold 6134

MSRP: $2214|Avg: $378

124%

#523

Xeon Gold 6138T

MSRP: $2742|Avg: $400

123%

#524

Xeon E5-2675 V3

MSRP: $1800|Avg: $100

122%

#524

Xeon E5-2676 V3

MSRP: $1800|Avg: $36

122%

#524

Xeon E7-4880 v2

MSRP: $6619|Avg: $185

122%

#527

Xeon Platinum 8592+

MSRP: $11600|Avg: $11600

120%

#528

Xeon E5-2687W v3

MSRP: $2141|Avg: $749

113%

#529

Xeon Max 9480

MSRP: $12980|Avg: $12980

106%

#530

Xeon E5-2689 v4

MSRP: $2723|Avg: $100

104%

#531

EPYC 7543

MSRP: $10257|Avg: $468

102%

#532

Xeon Platinum 8368Q

MSRP: $7719|Avg: $7719

101%

#533

Xeon Gold 6250

MSRP: $3400|Avg: $2000

100%

#534

Xeon E5-2699 v4

MSRP: $4115|Avg: $400

100%

#535

Xeon W-3245M

MSRP: $5002|Avg: $5002

95%

#536

Xeon W-3265M

MSRP: $6300|Avg: $3500

94%

#537

Xeon Platinum 8180

MSRP: $10009|Avg: $2363

64%

#538

Xeon Platinum 8280M

MSRP: $10009|Avg: $6223

63%

#539

Xeon Platinum 8280

MSRP: $10009|Avg: $2940

61%

#540

Xeon E7-8891 v3

MSRP: $6841|Avg: $418

53%

#541

Xeon E5-4669 v4

MSRP: $7007|Avg: $300

42%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar M3 Pro 11-Core

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M3 Pro 11-Core

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#10

Ryzen 7 260

MSRP: $199|Avg: $70

79%

#13

Ryzen 3 210

MSRP: $99|Avg: $99

74%

#14

Ryzen 5 PRO 230

MSRP: $150|Avg: $150

73%

#15

Ryzen 5 220

MSRP: $150|Avg: $150

69%

#18

Ryzen 5 8500G

MSRP: $179|Avg: $150

67%

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 M3 Pro 11-Core (2023) utilizes 3 nm technology and LPDDR5, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Xeon E5-2699 v4	M3 Pro 11-Core
Gaming	❌ Lower gaming performance	✅ Superior gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	⚠️ Higher cost ($400)	✅ More affordable ($0)
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Broadwell (2015−2019) / 14 nm)	✨ Modern (Legacy / 3 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Xeon E5-2699 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 E5-2699 v4	M3 Pro 11-Core
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	⚠️ Higher cost ($400)	✅ 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 E5-2699 v4 Benchmark Check

M3 Pro 11-Core Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Xeon E5-2699 v4 and M3 Pro 11-Core

Xeon E5-2699 v4

The Xeon E5-2699 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 22 cores and 44 threads. Base frequency is 2.2 GHz, with boost up to 3.6 GHz. L3 cache: 55 MB. L2 cache: 5.5 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA2011. Thermal design power (TDP): 145 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-1600, DDR4-1866, DDR4-2133, DDR4-2400. Passmark benchmark score: 24,711 points. Launch price was $4,115.

M3 Pro 11-Core

The M3 Pro 11-Core is manufactured by Apple. It was released in 30 October 2023 (2 years ago). It features 11 cores and 11 threads. Base frequency is 2.748 GHz, with boost up to 4.06 GHz. Built on 3 nm process technology. Socket: none. Memory support: LPDDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 24,861 points. Launch price was $299.

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Processing Power

The Xeon E5-2699 v4 packs 22 cores / 44 threads, while the M3 Pro 11-Core offers 11 cores / 11 threads — the Xeon E5-2699 v4 has 11 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.6 GHz on the Xeon E5-2699 v4 versus 4.06 GHz on the M3 Pro 11-Core — a 12% clock advantage for the M3 Pro 11-Core (base: 2.2 GHz vs 2.748 GHz). The Xeon E5-2699 v4 is built on the Broadwell (2015−2019) architecture. In PassMark, the Xeon E5-2699 v4 scores 24,711 against the M3 Pro 11-Core's 24,861 — a 0.6% lead for the M3 Pro 11-Core.

Feature	Xeon E5-2699 v4	M3 Pro 11-Core
Cores / Threads	22 / 44+100%	11 / 11
Boost Clock	3.6 GHz	4.06 GHz+13%
Base Clock	2.2 GHz	2.748 GHz+25%
L3 Cache	55 MB	—
L2 Cache	5.5 MB	—
Process	14 nm	3 nm-79%
Architecture	Broadwell (2015−2019)	—
PassMark	24,711	24,861

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Memory & Platform

The Xeon E5-2699 v4 uses the LGA2011 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the M3 Pro 11-Core uses none (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.

Feature	Xeon E5-2699 v4	M3 Pro 11-Core
Socket	LGA2011	none
PCIe Generation	PCIe 3.0	PCIe 4.0+33%
Max RAM Speed	2400	—
Max RAM Capacity	1536	—
RAM Channels	4	—
ECC Support	✅	—
PCIe Lanes	40	—

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Advanced Features

Virtualization: VT-x, VT-d (Xeon E5-2699 v4) / not specified (M3 Pro 11-Core). Direct competitor: Xeon E5-2699 v4 rivals Xeon Silver 4114.