Xeon E5462 vs Celeron G4900T
Xeon E5462
Celeron G4900T
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 E5462 is positioned at rank #955 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 E5462
Performance Per Dollar Celeron G4900T
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon E5462 | Celeron G4900T |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($45) | ✅ More affordable ($40) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Harpertown (2007−2008) / 45 nm) | ✨ Modern (Coffee Lake (2017−2019) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon E5462 | Celeron G4900T |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+14%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($45) | ✅ More affordable ($40) |
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 E5462 and Celeron G4900T
Xeon E5462
The Xeon E5462 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 2.8 GHz, with boost up to 2.8 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: 2,213 points. Launch price was $797.
Celeron G4900T
The Celeron G4900T is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 3 April 2018 (7 years ago). It is based on the Coffee Lake (2017−2019) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 2.9 GHz, with boost up to 2.9 GHz. L3 cache: 2 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1151. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2400. Passmark benchmark score: 2,239 points. Launch price was $42.
Processing Power
The Xeon E5462 packs 4 cores / 4 threads, while the Celeron G4900T offers 2 cores / 2 threads — the Xeon E5462 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 2.8 GHz on the Xeon E5462 versus 2.9 GHz on the Celeron G4900T — a 3.5% clock advantage for the Celeron G4900T (base: 2.8 GHz vs 2.9 GHz). The Xeon E5462 uses the Harpertown (2007−2008) architecture (45 nm), while the Celeron G4900T uses Coffee Lake (2017−2019) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon E5462 scores 2,213 against the Celeron G4900T's 2,239 — a 1.2% lead for the Celeron G4900T. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 363 vs 623, a 52.7% lead for the Celeron G4900T that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 1,239 vs 1,040 (17.5% advantage for the Xeon E5462). L3 cache: 12 MB L2 Cache on the Xeon E5462 vs 2 MB (total) on the Celeron G4900T.
| Feature | Xeon E5462 | Celeron G4900T |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 4+100% | 2 / 2 |
| Boost Clock | 2.8 GHz | 2.9 GHz+4% |
| Base Clock | 2.8 GHz | 2.9 GHz+4% |
| L3 Cache | 12 MB L2 Cache+500% | 2 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 6 MB (total)+2300% | 256K (per core) |
| Process | 45 nm | 14 nm-69% |
| Architecture | Harpertown (2007−2008) | Coffee Lake (2017−2019) |
| PassMark | 2,213 | 2,239+1% |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 363 | 623+72% |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 1,239+19% | 1,040 |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon E5462 uses the LGA771 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Celeron G4900T uses LGA1151 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR2 on the Xeon E5462 versus DDR4-2400 on the Celeron G4900T — the Celeron G4900T supports 66.7% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. Both support up to 64 GB of RAM. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. Both provide 16 PCIe lanes. Chipset compatibility: 5000P,3210,G31,P35 (Xeon E5462) and H310,B360,B365,H370,Z370,Z390 (Celeron G4900T).
| Feature | Xeon E5462 | Celeron G4900T |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA771 | LGA1151 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 3.0+50% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR2 | DDR4-2400+100% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 64 GB | 64 GB |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | 16 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Both support VT-x virtualization. The Celeron G4900T includes integrated graphics (UHD Graphics 610), while the Xeon E5462 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Xeon E5462 targets Server, Celeron G4900T targets Budget. Direct competitor: Xeon E5462 rivals Athlon 64 X2 4000+; Celeron G4900T rivals Pentium G5400T.
| Feature | Xeon E5462 | Celeron G4900T |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | UHD Graphics 610 |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x | VT-x |
| Target Use | Server | Budget |
Value Analysis
The Xeon E5462 launched at $342 MSRP, while the Celeron G4900T debuted at $42. At current prices ($45 vs $40), the Celeron G4900T is $5 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon E5462 delivers 49.2 pts/$ vs 56.0 pts/$ for the Celeron G4900T — making the Celeron G4900T the 12.9% better value option.
| Feature | Xeon E5462 | Celeron G4900T |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $342 | $42-88% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $45 | $40-11% |
| Performance per Dollar | 49.2 | 56.0+14% |
| Release Date | 2007 | 2018 |
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