CPU
GPU
Xeon E5405
Ryzen 7 3700X
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 E5405 is positioned at rank #906 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 E5405
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 7 3700X
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon E5405 | Ryzen 7 3700X |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($15) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($140) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Harpertown (2007−2008) / 45 nm) | ✨ Modern (Matisse (Zen 2) (2019−2020) / 7 nm, 12 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon E5405 | Ryzen 7 3700X |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+37%) |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($15) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($140) |
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 E5405 and Ryzen 7 3700X
Xeon E5405
The Xeon E5405 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 11 November 2007 (18 years ago). It is based on the Harpertown (2007−2008) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2 GHz, with boost up to 2 GHz. L3 cache: 12 MB L2 Cache. L2 cache: 6 MB (total). Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: LGA771. Thermal design power (TDP): 80 Watt. Memory support: DDR2, DDR3 Depends on motherboard. Passmark benchmark score: 1,753 points. Launch price was $209.
Ryzen 7 3700X
The Ryzen 7 3700X is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 7 July 2019 (6 years ago). It is based on the Matisse (Zen 2) (2019−2020) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 3.6 GHz, with boost up to 4.4 GHz. L3 cache: 32 MB. L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 7 nm, 12 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4 Dual-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 22,430 points. Launch price was $329.
Processing Power
The Xeon E5405 packs 4 cores / 4 threads, while the Ryzen 7 3700X offers 8 cores / 16 threads — the Ryzen 7 3700X has 4 more cores. Boost clocks reach 2 GHz on the Xeon E5405 versus 4.4 GHz on the Ryzen 7 3700X — a 75% clock advantage for the Ryzen 7 3700X (base: 2 GHz vs 3.6 GHz). The Xeon E5405 uses the Harpertown (2007−2008) architecture (45 nm), while the Ryzen 7 3700X uses Matisse (Zen 2) (2019−2020) (7 nm, 12 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon E5405 scores 1,753 against the Ryzen 7 3700X's 22,430 — a 171% lead for the Ryzen 7 3700X. L3 cache: 12 MB L2 Cache on the Xeon E5405 vs 32 MB on the Ryzen 7 3700X.
| Feature | Xeon E5405 | Ryzen 7 3700X |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 4 | 8 / 16+100% |
| Boost Clock | 2 GHz | 4.4 GHz+120% |
| Base Clock | 2 GHz | 3.6 GHz+80% |
| L3 Cache | 12 MB L2 Cache | 32 MB+167% |
| L2 Cache | 6 MB (total)+1100% | 512K (per core) |
| Process | 45 nm | 7 nm, 12 nm-84% |
| Architecture | Harpertown (2007−2008) | Matisse (Zen 2) (2019−2020) |
| PassMark | 1,753 | 22,430+1180% |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon E5405 uses the LGA771 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Ryzen 7 3700X uses AM4 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR2-667 on the Xeon E5405 versus DDR4-3200 on the Ryzen 7 3700X — the Ryzen 7 3700X supports 66.7% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Ryzen 7 3700X supports up to 128 GB of RAM compared to 32 GB — 120% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 0 (Xeon E5405) vs 24 (Ryzen 7 3700X) — the Ryzen 7 3700X offers 24 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives.
| Feature | Xeon E5405 | Ryzen 7 3700X |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA771 | AM4 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 4.0+100% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR2-667 | DDR4-3200+100% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 32 GB | 128 GB+300% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 0 | 24 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: VT-x (Xeon E5405) / not specified (Ryzen 7 3700X). Primary use case: Xeon E5405 targets Server.
| Feature | Xeon E5405 | Ryzen 7 3700X |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| Unlocked | No | — |
| AVX-512 | No | — |
| Virtualization | VT-x | — |
| Target Use | Server | — |
Value Analysis
The Xeon E5405 launched at $209 MSRP, while the Ryzen 7 3700X debuted at $329. At current prices ($15 vs $140), the Xeon E5405 is $125 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon E5405 delivers 116.9 pts/$ vs 160.2 pts/$ for the Ryzen 7 3700X — making the Ryzen 7 3700X the 31.3% better value option.
| Feature | Xeon E5405 | Ryzen 7 3700X |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $209-36% | $329 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $15-89% | $140 |
| Performance per Dollar | 116.9 | 160.2+37% |
| Release Date | 2007 | 2019 |
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