Xeon E5-4650 vs Ryzen 5 2400G
Xeon E5-4650
Ryzen 5 2400G
Performance Spectrum - CPU
About PassMark
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 is positioned at rank #1018 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
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 5 2400G
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon E5-4650 | Ryzen 5 2400G |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($71) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($84) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Sandy Bridge-EP (2012) / 32 nm) | ✨ Modern (Raven Ridge (2017−2019) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon E5-4650 | Ryzen 5 2400G |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+16%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($71) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($84) |
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 and Ryzen 5 2400G
Xeon E5-4650
The Xeon E5-4650 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 14 May 2012 (13 years ago). It is based on the Sandy Bridge-EP (2012) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 2.7 GHz, with boost up to 3.3 GHz. L3 cache: 20480 kB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: LGA2011. Thermal design power (TDP): 130 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 8,599 points. Launch price was $799.
Ryzen 5 2400G
The Ryzen 5 2400G is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 12 February 2018 (7 years ago). It is based on the Raven Ridge (2017−2019) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.6 GHz, with boost up to 3.9 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4 Dual-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 8,734 points. Launch price was $169.
Processing Power
The Xeon E5-4650 packs 8 cores / 16 threads, while the Ryzen 5 2400G offers 4 cores / 8 threads — the Xeon E5-4650 has 4 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.3 GHz on the Xeon E5-4650 versus 3.9 GHz on the Ryzen 5 2400G — a 16.7% clock advantage for the Ryzen 5 2400G (base: 2.7 GHz vs 3.6 GHz). The Xeon E5-4650 uses the Sandy Bridge-EP (2012) architecture (32 nm), while the Ryzen 5 2400G uses Raven Ridge (2017−2019) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon E5-4650 scores 8,599 against the Ryzen 5 2400G's 8,734 — a 1.6% lead for the Ryzen 5 2400G. L3 cache: 20480 kB (total) on the Xeon E5-4650 vs 4 MB (total) on the Ryzen 5 2400G.
| Feature | Xeon E5-4650 | Ryzen 5 2400G |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 8 / 16+100% | 4 / 8 |
| Boost Clock | 3.3 GHz | 3.9 GHz+18% |
| Base Clock | 2.7 GHz | 3.6 GHz+33% |
| L3 Cache | 20480 kB (total)+400% | 4 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 256 kB (per core) | 512 kB (per core)+100% |
| Process | 32 nm | 14 nm-56% |
| Architecture | Sandy Bridge-EP (2012) | Raven Ridge (2017−2019) |
| PassMark | 8,599 | 8,734+2% |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 4,800 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 1,040 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 3,250 |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon E5-4650 uses the LGA2011 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the Ryzen 5 2400G uses AM4 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Xeon E5-4650 | Ryzen 5 2400G |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA2011 | AM4 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 5.0+67% | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | — | DDR4-2933 |
| Max RAM Capacity | — | 64 GB |
| RAM Channels | — | 2 |
| ECC Support | — | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | — | 12 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: not specified (Xeon E5-4650) / AMD-V (Ryzen 5 2400G). The Ryzen 5 2400G includes integrated graphics (Radeon RX Vega 11), while the Xeon E5-4650 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Ryzen 5 2400G targets Entry Gaming Desktop.
| Feature | Xeon E5-4650 | Ryzen 5 2400G |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | — | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | Radeon RX Vega 11 |
| Unlocked | — | Yes |
| AVX-512 | — | No |
| Virtualization | — | AMD-V |
| Target Use | — | Entry Gaming Desktop |
Value Analysis
The Xeon E5-4650 launched at $3616 MSRP, while the Ryzen 5 2400G debuted at $169. At current prices ($71 vs $84), the Xeon E5-4650 is $13 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon E5-4650 delivers 121.1 pts/$ vs 104.0 pts/$ for the Ryzen 5 2400G — making the Xeon E5-4650 the 15.2% better value option.
| Feature | Xeon E5-4650 | Ryzen 5 2400G |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $3616 | $169-95% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $71-15% | $84 |
| Performance per Dollar | 121.1+16% | 104.0 |
| Release Date | 2012 | 2018 |
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