Xeon E5-4627 v2 vs Ryzen 5 2500X

Xeon E5-4627 v2

8 Cores8 Thrd130 WWMax: 3.6 GHz2014

Ryzen 5 2500X

4 Cores8 Thrd65 WWMax: 4 GHz2018

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Xeon E5-4627 v2

8 / 8

9,425

+0.4%

9,388

0.0%

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX

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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 E5-4627 v2 is positioned at rank #995 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. 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 E5-4627 v2

Xeon Platinum 8454H

MSRP: $6540|Avg: N/A

45475%

Xeon Gold 6240R

MSRP: $2444|Avg: N/A

8586%

#10

Xeon 6337P

MSRP: $60|Avg: $5

7628%

#15

EPYC 9174F

MSRP: $194|Avg: $30

5893%

#537

Xeon Platinum 8180

MSRP: $10009|Avg: $2363

84%

#538

Xeon Platinum 8280M

MSRP: $10009|Avg: $6223

82%

#539

Xeon Platinum 8280

MSRP: $10009|Avg: $2940

81%

#995

Xeon E5-4627 v2

MSRP: $2061|Avg: $70

100%

#996

Xeon L5335

MSRP: $380|Avg: $18

100%

#997

Xeon E-2144G

MSRP: $2090|Avg: $389

98%

#998

Xeon X5675

MSRP: $1440|Avg: $22

98%

#999

Xeon Phi 7210

MSRP: $1881|Avg: $150

85%

#1000

Xeon D-1567

MSRP: $2702|Avg: $230

85%

#1001

Xeon E-2126G

MSRP: $2702|Avg: $230

84%

#1004

Xeon D-1531

MSRP: $2057|Avg: $250

82%

#1005

Xeon 5130

MSRP: $316|Avg: $10

81%

#1007

Xeon E5-4640 v3

MSRP: $2859|Avg: $300

79%

#1008

Xeon E5440

MSRP: $690|Avg: $37

75%

#1009

Xeon E5-2643

MSRP: $1552|Avg: $50

74%

#1010

Xeon E5-2637

MSRP: $885|Avg: $40

74%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 5 2500X

#124

Core Ultra 9 285K

MSRP: $589|Avg: $550

105%

#125

Core i5-13400E

MSRP: $221|Avg: $221

104%

#126

Ryzen 7 8700F

MSRP: $270|Avg: $257

104%

#127

Core i9-14900KF

MSRP: $564|Avg: $480

104%

#128

Core i7-12700K

MSRP: $409|Avg: $285

103%

#129

Core i9-13900KF

MSRP: $599|Avg: $480

103%

#130

Core i7-12700

MSRP: $250|Avg: $250

102%

#131

Core Ultra 5 245T

MSRP: $270|Avg: $270

102%

#132

Core i5-8500

MSRP: $192|Avg: $80

101%

#133

Core i5-9400F

MSRP: $182|Avg: $80

101%

#134

Core i5-11400

MSRP: $182|Avg: $141

101%

#135

Core i5-13600K

MSRP: $329|Avg: $319

101%

#136

Core i5-13500

MSRP: $242|Avg: $264

100%

#137

Ryzen 7 8700G

MSRP: $329|Avg: $269

100%

#138

Core i7-14700

MSRP: $384|Avg: $348

100%

#139

Ryzen 5 2500X

MSRP: $159|Avg: $80

100%

#140

Athlon Gold PRO 3150GE

MSRP: $100|Avg: $60

100%

#141

Core i9-13900K

MSRP: $599|Avg: $500

99%

#142

Core i3-14100

MSRP: $134|Avg: $131

99%

#143

Ryzen 5 3400G

MSRP: $149|Avg: $80

98%

#144

Core i7-10700KF

MSRP: $405|Avg: $160

98%

#145

Core i5-11600K

MSRP: $262|Avg: $170

98%

#146

Core i7-13700K

MSRP: $409|Avg: $400

98%

#147

Ryzen 5 PRO 3400G

MSRP: $149|Avg: $80

96%

#148

Ryzen 7 PRO 2700X

MSRP: $329|Avg: $150

96%

#149

Core i9-12900KS

MSRP: $739|Avg: $385

96%

#150

Ryzen 5 5500X3D

MSRP: $185|Avg: $180

96%

#151

Core Ultra 7 265T

MSRP: $384|Avg: $362

96%

#152

Ryzen 3 3200GE

MSRP: $85|Avg: $64

96%

#153

Core i3-9100T

MSRP: $122|Avg: $50

95%

#154

Ryzen 5 4600G

MSRP: $154|Avg: $143

95%

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 Ryzen 5 2500X (2018) utilizes 12 nm technology and **DDR4 Dual-channel**, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Xeon E5-4627 v2	Ryzen 5 2500X
Gaming	❌ Lower gaming performance	✅ Superior gaming performance
Workstation	✅ Better multi-core power	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks
Price	✅ More affordable ($70)	⚠️ Higher cost ($80)
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Legacy / 22 nm)	✨ Modern (Zen+ (2018−2019) / 12 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Xeon E5-4627 v2 (2014) relies on 22 nm technology and DDR3-800, DDR3-1066, DDR3-1333, DDR3-1600, DDR3-1866, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Xeon E5-4627 v2	Ryzen 5 2500X
Cost Efficiency	✅ Better overall value (+15%)	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅ More affordable ($70)	⚠️ Higher cost ($80)

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 E5-4627 v2 Benchmark Check

Ryzen 5 2500X Benchmark Check

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Xeon E5-4627 v2 and Ryzen 5 2500X

Xeon E5-4627 v2

The Xeon E5-4627 v2 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2015-01-01. It features 8 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.3 GHz, with boost up to 3.6 GHz. L3 cache: 16 MB Intel® Smart Cache. Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA2011. Thermal design power (TDP): 130 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-800, DDR3-1066, DDR3-1333, DDR3-1600, DDR3-1866. Passmark benchmark score: 9,425 points. Launch price was $800.

Ryzen 5 2500X

The Ryzen 5 2500X is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 1 October 2018 (7 years ago). It is based on the Zen+ (2018−2019) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.6 GHz, with boost up to 4 GHz. L3 cache: 16 MB (total). L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 12 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4 Dual-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 9,388 points. Launch price was $149.

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Processing Power

The Xeon E5-4627 v2 packs 8 cores / 8 threads, while the Ryzen 5 2500X offers 4 cores / 8 threads — the Xeon E5-4627 v2 has 4 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.6 GHz on the Xeon E5-4627 v2 versus 4 GHz on the Ryzen 5 2500X — a 10.5% clock advantage for the Ryzen 5 2500X (base: 3.3 GHz vs 3.6 GHz). The Ryzen 5 2500X is built on the Zen+ (2018−2019) architecture. In PassMark, the Xeon E5-4627 v2 scores 9,425 against the Ryzen 5 2500X's 9,388 — a 0.4% lead for the Xeon E5-4627 v2. L3 cache: 16 MB Intel® Smart Cache on the Xeon E5-4627 v2 vs 16 MB (total) on the Ryzen 5 2500X.

Feature	Xeon E5-4627 v2	Ryzen 5 2500X
Cores / Threads	8 / 8+100%	4 / 8
Boost Clock	3.6 GHz	4 GHz+11%
Base Clock	3.3 GHz	3.6 GHz+9%
L3 Cache	16 MB Intel® Smart Cache	16 MB (total)
L2 Cache	—	512K (per core)
Process	22 nm	12 nm-45%
Architecture	—	Zen+ (2018−2019)
PassMark	9,425	9,388

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Memory & Platform

The Xeon E5-4627 v2 uses the LGA2011 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Ryzen 5 2500X uses AM4 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.

Feature	Xeon E5-4627 v2	Ryzen 5 2500X
Socket	LGA2011	AM4
PCIe Generation	PCIe 3.0	PCIe 3.0

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Value Analysis

The Xeon E5-4627 v2 launched at $2061 MSRP, while the Ryzen 5 2500X debuted at $159. At current prices ($70 vs $80), the Xeon E5-4627 v2 is $10 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon E5-4627 v2 delivers 134.6 pts/$ vs 117.3 pts/$ for the Ryzen 5 2500X — making the Xeon E5-4627 v2 the 13.7% better value option.