Xeon E5-4627 v4 vs Xeon Silver 4114
Xeon E5-4627 v4
Xeon Silver 4114
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 E5-4627 v4 is positioned at rank #988 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 E5-4627 v4
Performance Per Dollar Xeon Silver 4114
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon E5-4627 v4 | Xeon Silver 4114 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($200) | ✅ More affordable ($30) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Broadwell (2015−2019) / 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Skylake (server) (2017−2018) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon E5-4627 v4 | Xeon Silver 4114 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+573%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($200) | ✅ 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 E5-4627 v4 and Xeon Silver 4114
Xeon E5-4627 v4
The Xeon E5-4627 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 10 threads. Base frequency is 2.6 GHz, with boost up to 3.2 GHz. L3 cache: 25 MB. L2 cache: 2.5 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA2011. Thermal design power (TDP): 135 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 12,969 points. Launch price was $2,225.
Xeon Silver 4114
The Xeon Silver 4114 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 11 July 2017 (8 years ago). It is based on the Skylake (server) (2017−2018) architecture. It features 10 cores and 20 threads. Base frequency is 2.2 GHz, with boost up to 3 GHz. L3 cache: 13.75 MB. L2 cache: 10 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA3647. Thermal design power (TDP): 85 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2400. Passmark benchmark score: 13,097 points. Launch price was $694.
Processing Power
The Xeon E5-4627 v4 packs 10 cores / 10 threads, matching the Xeon Silver 4114's 10 cores. Boost clocks reach 3.2 GHz on the Xeon E5-4627 v4 versus 3 GHz on the Xeon Silver 4114 — a 6.5% clock advantage for the Xeon E5-4627 v4 (base: 2.6 GHz vs 2.2 GHz). The Xeon E5-4627 v4 uses the Broadwell (2015−2019) architecture (14 nm), while the Xeon Silver 4114 uses Skylake (server) (2017−2018) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon E5-4627 v4 scores 12,969 against the Xeon Silver 4114's 13,097 — a 1% lead for the Xeon Silver 4114. L3 cache: 25 MB on the Xeon E5-4627 v4 vs 13.75 MB on the Xeon Silver 4114.
| Feature | Xeon E5-4627 v4 | Xeon Silver 4114 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 10 / 10 | 10 / 20 |
| Boost Clock | 3.2 GHz+7% | 3 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.6 GHz+18% | 2.2 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 25 MB+82% | 13.75 MB |
| L2 Cache | 2.5 MB | 10 MB+300% |
| Process | 14 nm | 14 nm |
| Architecture | Broadwell (2015−2019) | Skylake (server) (2017−2018) |
| PassMark | 12,969 | 13,097 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 1,105 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 8,936 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon E5-4627 v4 uses the LGA2011 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Xeon Silver 4114 uses LGA3647 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR4-2400 memory speed. The Xeon E5-4627 v4 supports up to 1536 GB of RAM compared to 768 GB — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 4 (Xeon E5-4627 v4) vs 6 (Xeon Silver 4114). PCIe lanes: 40 (Xeon E5-4627 v4) vs 48 (Xeon Silver 4114) — the Xeon Silver 4114 offers 8 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: C610 (Xeon E5-4627 v4) and Intel C621 (Xeon Silver 4114).
| Feature | Xeon E5-4627 v4 | Xeon Silver 4114 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA2011 | LGA3647 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4-2400 | DDR4-2400 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 1536 GB+100% | 768 GB |
| RAM Channels | 4 | 6+50% |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 40 | 48+20% |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: Yes (Xeon E5-4627 v4) / not specified (Xeon Silver 4114).
| Feature | Xeon E5-4627 v4 | Xeon Silver 4114 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | — |
| Virtualization | Yes | — |
Value Analysis
The Xeon E5-4627 v4 launched at $2500 MSRP, while the Xeon Silver 4114 debuted at $612. At current prices ($200 vs $30), the Xeon Silver 4114 is $170 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon E5-4627 v4 delivers 64.8 pts/$ vs 436.6 pts/$ for the Xeon Silver 4114 — making the Xeon Silver 4114 the 148.3% better value option.
| Feature | Xeon E5-4627 v4 | Xeon Silver 4114 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $2500 | $612-76% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $200 | $30-85% |
| Performance per Dollar | 64.8 | 436.6+574% |
| Release Date | 2016 | 2017 |
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