Xeon E5607 vs Celeron G5900

Xeon E5607

4 Cores4 Thrd80 WWMax: 0.27 GHz2011

Celeron G5900

2 Cores2 Thrd58 WWMax: 3.4 GHz2020

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Xeon E5607

4 / 4

2,686

+0.1%

2,682

0.0%

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 E5607 is positioned at rank #622 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 E5607

Xeon Platinum 8454H

MSRP: $6540|Avg: N/A

10443%

Xeon Gold 6240R

MSRP: $2444|Avg: N/A

1972%

#10

Xeon 6337P

MSRP: $60|Avg: $5

1752%

#15

EPYC 9174F

MSRP: $194|Avg: $30

1353%

#371

Xeon 6730P

MSRP: $3726|Avg: $3726

100%

#372

Xeon Gold 6330

MSRP: $2128|Avg: $2128

99%

#373

Xeon Gold 6548Y+

MSRP: $3726|Avg: $3726

99%

#374

Xeon Gold 6448H

MSRP: $3658|Avg: N/A

99%

#375

Xeon D-2766NT

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $212

99%

#376

Xeon Gold 6442Y

MSRP: $2878|Avg: N/A

98%

#377

Xeon 6740P

MSRP: $4650|Avg: $4650

98%

#378

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9985WX

MSRP: $7999|Avg: $7999

97%

#379

Xeon W-3345

MSRP: $2499|Avg: $3319

97%

#380

Xeon Gold 6526Y

MSRP: $2878|Avg: N/A

96%

#622

Xeon E5607

MSRP: $135|Avg: $27

100%

#626

Xeon Silver 4209T

MSRP: $563|Avg: $649

99%

#627

Xeon E3-1240

MSRP: $273|Avg: $39

99%

#636

Xeon E5-2680 v2

MSRP: $667|Avg: $462

96%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Celeron G5900

#289

Athlon Silver PRO 3125GE

MSRP: $108|Avg: $70

104%

#290

Core i9-10900KF

MSRP: $509|Avg: $336

104%

#291

Core i9-7900X

MSRP: $999|Avg: $188

33%

#291

Core i9-14900T

MSRP: $549|Avg: $577

104%

#292

Core i5-13500T

MSRP: $342|Avg: $342

104%

#293

Core i3-10300

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $140.49

104%

#294

Core i9-7920X

MSRP: $1199|Avg: $236

31%

#294

Core i9-10900F

MSRP: $464|Avg: $300

103%

#295

Core i9-7940X

MSRP: $1399|Avg: $275

28%

#295

Ryzen 7 5800X3D

MSRP: $449|Avg: $429

103%

#296

Core i7-9700F

MSRP: $323|Avg: $200

103%

#297

Ryzen Threadripper 9960X

MSRP: $1499|Avg: $1419

102%

#298

Core i9-7960X

MSRP: $1699|Avg: $185

26%

#298

Core i5-9500F

MSRP: $187|Avg: $154

102%

#299

Core i9-11900KB

MSRP: $539|Avg: $350

102%

#299

Core i9-7980XE

MSRP: $1999|Avg: $300

23%

#300

Core i7-10700F

MSRP: $310|Avg: $250

101%

#301

Core i7-10700T

MSRP: $355|Avg: $200

101%

#302

Core i7-6900K

MSRP: $1089|Avg: $1089

21%

#302

Celeron G5920

MSRP: $52|Avg: $40

101%

#303

Core i7-5960X

MSRP: $999|Avg: $83

21%

#303

Core i3-10105T

MSRP: $122|Avg: $122

100%

#304

Core i7-6950X

MSRP: $1723|Avg: $180

16%

#304

Celeron G5900

MSRP: $50|Avg: $42

100%

#305

Core 5 120

MSRP: $340|Avg: $340

100%

#306

Core i7-12700T

MSRP: $339|Avg: $337

98%

#307

Core 3 100HL

MSRP: $306|Avg: $280

98%

#308

Core i9-11900F

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $358.87

96%

#309

Core i9-9900T

MSRP: $423|Avg: $215

96%

#310

Core i5-9500T

MSRP: $192|Avg: $132

96%

#311

Ryzen 7 PRO 5750GE

MSRP: $349|Avg: $349

95%

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 Celeron G5900 (2020) utilizes 14 nm technology and DDR4-2666, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Xeon E5607	Celeron G5900
Gaming	❌ Lower gaming performance	✅ Superior gaming performance
Workstation	✅ Better multi-core power	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks
Price	✅ More affordable ($27)	⚠️ Higher cost ($42)
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Westmere-EP (2010−2011) / 32 nm)	✨ Modern (Comet Lake (2020−2025) / 14 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Xeon E5607 (2011) relies on 32 nm technology and DDR3, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Xeon E5607	Celeron G5900
Cost Efficiency	✅ Better overall value (+56%)	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅ More affordable ($27)	⚠️ Higher cost ($42)

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 E5607 Benchmark Check

Celeron G5900 Benchmark Check

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Xeon E5607 and Celeron G5900

Xeon E5607

The Xeon E5607 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 14 February 2011 (14 years ago). It is based on the Westmere-EP (2010−2011) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.26 GHz, with boost up to 0.27 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1366. Thermal design power (TDP): 80 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 2,686 points. Launch price was $135.

Celeron G5900

The Celeron G5900 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. It is based on the Comet Lake (2020−2025) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 3.4 GHz, with boost up to 3.4 GHz. L3 cache: 2 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1200. Thermal design power (TDP): 58 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2666. Passmark benchmark score: 2,682 points. Launch price was $69.

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Processing Power

The Xeon E5607 packs 4 cores / 4 threads, while the Celeron G5900 offers 2 cores / 2 threads — the Xeon E5607 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 0.27 GHz on the Xeon E5607 versus 3.4 GHz on the Celeron G5900 — a 170.6% clock advantage for the Celeron G5900 (base: 2.26 GHz vs 3.4 GHz). The Xeon E5607 uses the Westmere-EP (2010−2011) architecture (32 nm), while the Celeron G5900 uses Comet Lake (2020−2025) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon E5607 scores 2,686 against the Celeron G5900's 2,682 — a 0.1% lead for the Xeon E5607. L3 cache: 8 MB (total) on the Xeon E5607 vs 2 MB (total) on the Celeron G5900.

Feature	Xeon E5607	Celeron G5900
Cores / Threads	4 / 4+100%	2 / 2
Boost Clock	0.27 GHz	3.4 GHz+1159%
Base Clock	2.26 GHz	3.4 GHz+50%
L3 Cache	8 MB (total)+300%	2 MB (total)
L2 Cache	256 kB (per core)	256K (per core)
Process	32 nm	14 nm-56%
Architecture	Westmere-EP (2010−2011)	Comet Lake (2020−2025)
PassMark	2,686	2,682
Geekbench 6 Single	—	850
Geekbench 6 Multi	—	1,600

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Memory & Platform

The Xeon E5607 uses the LGA1366 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Celeron G5900 uses LGA1200 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.

Feature	Xeon E5607	Celeron G5900
Socket	LGA1366	LGA1200
PCIe Generation	PCIe 2.0	PCIe 3.0+50%
Max RAM Speed	—	DDR4-2666
Max RAM Capacity	—	128 GB
RAM Channels	—	2
ECC Support	—	✅
PCIe Lanes	—	16

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Advanced Features

Virtualization: not specified (Xeon E5607) / VT-x (Celeron G5900). The Celeron G5900 includes integrated graphics (UHD Graphics 610), while the Xeon E5607 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Celeron G5900 targets Budget. Direct competitor: Celeron G5900 rivals Pentium Gold G6400.

Feature	Xeon E5607	Celeron G5900
Integrated GPU	—	Yes
IGPU Model	—	UHD Graphics 610
Unlocked	—	No
AVX-512	—	No
Virtualization	—	VT-x
Target Use	—	Budget

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Value Analysis

The Xeon E5607 launched at $135 MSRP, while the Celeron G5900 debuted at $50. At current prices ($27 vs $42), the Xeon E5607 is $15 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon E5607 delivers 99.5 pts/$ vs 63.9 pts/$ for the Celeron G5900 — making the Xeon E5607 the 43.6% better value option.