Xeon E5-4650 v2 vs Ryzen 3 4100
Xeon E5-4650 v2
Ryzen 3 4100
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 E5-4650 v2 is positioned at rank #958 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 E5-4650 v2
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 3 4100
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon E5-4650 v2 | Ryzen 3 4100 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($48) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($75) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Legacy / 22 nm) | ✨ Modern (Renoir (2020−2023) / 7 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon E5-4650 v2 | Ryzen 3 4100 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+55%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($48) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($75) |
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 E5-4650 v2 and Ryzen 3 4100
Xeon E5-4650 v2
The Xeon E5-4650 v2 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2015-01-01. It features 10 cores and 20 threads. Base frequency is 2.4 GHz, with boost up to 2.9 GHz. L3 cache: 25 MB Intel® Smart Cache. Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA2011. Thermal design power (TDP): 95 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-800, DDR3-1066, DDR3-1333, DDR3-1600, DDR3-1866. Passmark benchmark score: 10,946 points. Launch price was $800.
Ryzen 3 4100
The Ryzen 3 4100 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 4 April 2022 (3 years ago). It is based on the Renoir (2020−2023) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.8 GHz, with boost up to 4 GHz. L3 cache: 8.00391 MB (total). L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 7 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 11,062 points. Launch price was $149.
Processing Power
The Xeon E5-4650 v2 packs 10 cores / 20 threads, while the Ryzen 3 4100 offers 4 cores / 8 threads — the Xeon E5-4650 v2 has 6 more cores. Boost clocks reach 2.9 GHz on the Xeon E5-4650 v2 versus 4 GHz on the Ryzen 3 4100 — a 31.9% clock advantage for the Ryzen 3 4100 (base: 2.4 GHz vs 3.8 GHz). The Ryzen 3 4100 is built on the Renoir (2020−2023) architecture. In PassMark, the Xeon E5-4650 v2 scores 10,946 against the Ryzen 3 4100's 11,062 — a 1.1% lead for the Ryzen 3 4100. L3 cache: 25 MB Intel® Smart Cache on the Xeon E5-4650 v2 vs 8.00391 MB (total) on the Ryzen 3 4100.
| Feature | Xeon E5-4650 v2 | Ryzen 3 4100 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 10 / 20+150% | 4 / 8 |
| Boost Clock | 2.9 GHz | 4 GHz+38% |
| Base Clock | 2.4 GHz | 3.8 GHz+58% |
| L3 Cache | 25 MB Intel® Smart Cache+212% | 8.00391 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | — | 512K (per core) |
| Process | 22 nm | 7 nm-68% |
| Architecture | — | Renoir (2020−2023) |
| PassMark | 10,946 | 11,062+1% |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon E5-4650 v2 uses the LGA2011 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the Ryzen 3 4100 uses AM4 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Xeon E5-4650 v2 | Ryzen 3 4100 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA2011 | AM4 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 5.0+67% | PCIe 3.0 |
Value Analysis
The Xeon E5-4650 v2 launched at $1723 MSRP, while the Ryzen 3 4100 debuted at $99. At current prices ($48 vs $75), the Xeon E5-4650 v2 is $27 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon E5-4650 v2 delivers 228.0 pts/$ vs 147.5 pts/$ for the Ryzen 3 4100 — making the Xeon E5-4650 v2 the 42.9% better value option.
| Feature | Xeon E5-4650 v2 | Ryzen 3 4100 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $1723 | $99-94% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $48-36% | $75 |
| Performance per Dollar | 228.0+55% | 147.5 |
| Release Date | 2014 | 2022 |
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