Xeon E5-4650 vs Ryzen 5 PRO 2400G

Xeon E5-4650

8 Cores16 Thrd130 WWMax: 3.3 GHz2012

Ryzen 5 PRO 2400G

4 Cores8 Thrd65 WWMax: 3.9 GHz2018

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Xeon E5-4650

8 / 16

8,599

+0.8%

8,527

0.0%

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX

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.

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 E5-4650

Xeon Platinum 8454H

MSRP: $6540|Avg: N/A

87321%

Xeon Gold 6240R

MSRP: $2444|Avg: N/A

16487%

#10

Xeon 6337P

MSRP: $60|Avg: $5

14648%

#15

EPYC 9174F

MSRP: $194|Avg: $30

11316%

#1018

Xeon E5-4650

MSRP: $3616|Avg: $71

100%

#1019

Xeon E5-4655 v4

MSRP: $4616|Avg: N/A

99%

#1020

Xeon E5-4650L

MSRP: $3616|Avg: N/A

99%

#1021

Xeon E-2224

MSRP: $3226|Avg: $195

94%

#1022

Athlon MP 2400+

MSRP: $151|Avg: $20

85%

#1023

Xeon E5-2650L v2

MSRP: $4115|Avg: $1078

78%

#1024

Xeon E5-2640 v2

MSRP: $4115|Avg: $530

78%

#1025

Opteron 142

MSRP: $292|Avg: $20

64%

#1026

Athlon MP 2800+

MSRP: $275|Avg: $10

58%

#1027

Xeon L3110

MSRP: $1000|Avg: $950

56%

#1028

Xeon 2.66

MSRP: $337|Avg: $10

55%

#1029

Xeon X5272

MSRP: $1172|Avg: $76

52%

#1030

Xeon 3.20

MSRP: $851|Avg: $10

29%

#1031

Xeon Platinum 8260L

MSRP: $7500|Avg: $750

29%

#1032

Xeon X5355

MSRP: $4491|Avg: $4000

19%

#1033

Xeon E5420

MSRP: $7214|Avg: $6500

12%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 5 PRO 2400G

#215

Ryzen 7 PRO 5750G

MSRP: $430|Avg: $270

104%

#216

Core i7-9700

MSRP: $333|Avg: $150

103%

#217

Core i5-13500TE

MSRP: $235|Avg: $250

103%

#218

Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G

MSRP: $294|Avg: $76

103%

#219

Ryzen 7 PRO 5845

MSRP: $300|Avg: $300

102%

#220

Athlon PRO 300GE

MSRP: $50|Avg: $50

102%

#221

Athlon Gold 3150G

MSRP: $100|Avg: $80

101%

#222

Core i7-9800X

MSRP: $589|Avg: $210

101%

#223

Ryzen 7 4700G

MSRP: $299|Avg: $235

101%

#224

Ryzen 9 5900

MSRP: $549|Avg: $395

101%

#225

Ryzen 5 7600X3D

MSRP: $299|Avg: $300

101%

#226

Ryzen 5 1600X

MSRP: $249|Avg: $144

61%

#226

Core i5-14500T

MSRP: $232|Avg: $267

101%

#227

Core i5-12600

MSRP: $233|Avg: $250

100%

#228

Core i7-11700T

MSRP: $323|Avg: $180

100%

#229

Core i5-10600

MSRP: $244|Avg: $159

100%

#230

Ryzen 5 PRO 2400G

MSRP: $193|Avg: $100

100%

#231

Core i7-8700B

MSRP: $303|Avg: $139

100%

#232

Ryzen 3 2200G

MSRP: $99|Avg: $80

99%

#233

Core i3-9100F

MSRP: $97|Avg: $80

98%

#234

Ryzen 7 9800X3D

MSRP: $479|Avg: $479

98%

#235

Ryzen 9 3900XT

MSRP: $499|Avg: $390

98%

#236

Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G

MSRP: $176|Avg: $176

97%

#237

Core i7-14700T

MSRP: $384|Avg: $384

97%

#238

Core i3-13100TE

MSRP: $137|Avg: $137

96%

#239

Core i5-9600T

MSRP: $213|Avg: $118

95%

#240

Core i5-12400T

MSRP: $192|Avg: $192

95%

#241

Core i9-14900F

MSRP: $524|Avg: $579

95%

#242

Celeron G6900E

MSRP: $53|Avg: $53

95%

#243

Core i3-12300T

MSRP: $209|Avg: $164

94%

#244

Core i9-12900

MSRP: $519|Avg: $420

94%

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 PRO 2400G (2018) utilizes 14 nm technology and **DDR4 Dual-channel**, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Xeon E5-4650	Ryzen 5 PRO 2400G
Gaming	✅ Superior gaming performance	❌ Lower gaming performance
Workstation	✅ Better multi-core power	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks
Price	✅ More affordable ($71)	⚠️ Higher cost ($100)
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Sandy Bridge-EP (2012) / 32 nm)	✨ Modern (Raven Ridge (2017−2019) / 14 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Xeon E5-4650 (2012) relies on 32 nm technology and DDR3, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Xeon E5-4650	Ryzen 5 PRO 2400G
Cost Efficiency	✅ Better overall value (+42%)	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅ More affordable ($71)	⚠️ Higher cost ($100)

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 E5-4650 Benchmark Check

Ryzen 5 PRO 2400G Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Xeon E5-4650 and Ryzen 5 PRO 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 PRO 2400G

The Ryzen 5 PRO 2400G is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 10 May 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: 8,527 points. Launch price was $169.

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Processing Power

The Xeon E5-4650 packs 8 cores / 16 threads, while the Ryzen 5 PRO 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 PRO 2400G — a 16.7% clock advantage for the Ryzen 5 PRO 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 PRO 2400G uses Raven Ridge (2017−2019) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon E5-4650 scores 8,599 against the Ryzen 5 PRO 2400G's 8,527 — a 0.8% lead for the Xeon E5-4650. L3 cache: 20480 kB (total) on the Xeon E5-4650 vs 4 MB (total) on the Ryzen 5 PRO 2400G.

Feature	Xeon E5-4650	Ryzen 5 PRO 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	8,527

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Memory & Platform

The Xeon E5-4650 uses the LGA2011 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the Ryzen 5 PRO 2400G uses AM4 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.

Feature	Xeon E5-4650	Ryzen 5 PRO 2400G
Socket	LGA2011	AM4
PCIe Generation	PCIe 5.0+67%	PCIe 3.0

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Value Analysis

The Xeon E5-4650 launched at $3616 MSRP, while the Ryzen 5 PRO 2400G debuted at $193. At current prices ($71 vs $100), the Xeon E5-4650 is $29 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon E5-4650 delivers 121.1 pts/$ vs 85.3 pts/$ for the Ryzen 5 PRO 2400G — making the Xeon E5-4650 the 34.7% better value option.