Xeon E7-4880 v2 vs EPYC Embedded 8224P
Xeon E7-4880 v2
EPYC Embedded 8224P
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Xeon E7-4880 v2
Performance Per Dollar EPYC Embedded 8224P
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon E7-4880 v2 | EPYC Embedded 8224P |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($185) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($1,048) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Legacy / 22 nm) | ✨ Modern (Siena (2023−2024) / 5 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon E7-4880 v2 | EPYC Embedded 8224P |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+461%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($185) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($1,048) |
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 E7-4880 v2 and EPYC Embedded 8224P
Xeon E7-4880 v2
The Xeon E7-4880 v2 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2015-01-01. It features 15 cores and 30 threads. Base frequency is 2.5 GHz, with boost up to 3.1 GHz. L3 cache: 37.5 MB. Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA2011. Thermal design power (TDP): 130 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-1066, DDR3-1333, DDR3-1600. Passmark benchmark score: 48,435 points. Launch price was $800.
EPYC Embedded 8224P
The EPYC Embedded 8224P is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2015-01-01. It is based on the Siena (2023−2024) architecture. It features 24 cores and 48 threads. Base frequency is 2.55 GHz, with boost up to 3 GHz. L3 cache: 64 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 5 nm process technology. Socket: SP6. Thermal design power (TDP): 160 Watt. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 48,869 points. Launch price was $800.
Processing Power
The Xeon E7-4880 v2 packs 15 cores / 30 threads, while the EPYC Embedded 8224P offers 24 cores / 48 threads — the EPYC Embedded 8224P has 9 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.1 GHz on the Xeon E7-4880 v2 versus 3 GHz on the EPYC Embedded 8224P — a 3.3% clock advantage for the Xeon E7-4880 v2 (base: 2.5 GHz vs 2.55 GHz). The EPYC Embedded 8224P is built on the Siena (2023−2024) architecture. In PassMark, the Xeon E7-4880 v2 scores 48,435 against the EPYC Embedded 8224P's 48,869 — a 0.9% lead for the EPYC Embedded 8224P. L3 cache: 37.5 MB on the Xeon E7-4880 v2 vs 64 MB (total) on the EPYC Embedded 8224P.
| Feature | Xeon E7-4880 v2 | EPYC Embedded 8224P |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 15 / 30 | 24 / 48+60% |
| Boost Clock | 3.1 GHz+3% | 3 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.5 GHz | 2.55 GHz+2% |
| L3 Cache | 37.5 MB | 64 MB (total)+71% |
| L2 Cache | — | 1 MB (per core) |
| Process | 22 nm | 5 nm-77% |
| Architecture | — | Siena (2023−2024) |
| PassMark | 48,435 | 48,869 |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon E7-4880 v2 uses the LGA2011 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the EPYC Embedded 8224P uses SP6 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 1600 on the Xeon E7-4880 v2 versus 4800 on the EPYC Embedded 8224P — the EPYC Embedded 8224P supports 100% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Xeon E7-4880 v2 supports up to 1536 of RAM compared to 1152 — 28.6% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 4 (Xeon E7-4880 v2) vs 6 (EPYC Embedded 8224P). PCIe lanes: 40 (Xeon E7-4880 v2) vs 96 (EPYC Embedded 8224P) — the EPYC Embedded 8224P offers 56 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: C602-J (Xeon E7-4880 v2) and SP6 (EPYC Embedded 8224P).
| Feature | Xeon E7-4880 v2 | EPYC Embedded 8224P |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA2011 | SP6 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 4.0+33% |
| Max RAM Speed | 1600 | 4800+200% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 1536+33% | 1152 |
| RAM Channels | 4 | 6+50% |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 40 | 96+140% |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Only the EPYC Embedded 8224P supports AVX-512 instructions — important for machine learning and scientific applications. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d (Xeon E7-4880 v2) vs VT-x, VT-d, AMD-V (EPYC Embedded 8224P). Direct competitor: Xeon E7-4880 v2 rivals AMD Opteron 6380; EPYC Embedded 8224P rivals Xeon Platinum 8452Y.
| Feature | Xeon E7-4880 v2 | EPYC Embedded 8224P |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| IGPU Model | None | None |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | Yes |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | VT-x, VT-d, AMD-V |
Value Analysis
The Xeon E7-4880 v2 launched at $6619 MSRP, while the EPYC Embedded 8224P debuted at $855. At current prices ($185 vs $1048), the Xeon E7-4880 v2 is $863 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon E7-4880 v2 delivers 261.8 pts/$ vs 46.6 pts/$ for the EPYC Embedded 8224P — making the Xeon E7-4880 v2 the 139.5% better value option.
| Feature | Xeon E7-4880 v2 | EPYC Embedded 8224P |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $6619 | $855-87% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $185-82% | $1048 |
| Performance per Dollar | 261.8+462% | 46.6 |
| Release Date | 2014 | 2023 |
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