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Xeon E7-4890 v2
Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Xeon E7-4890 v2
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon E7-4890 v2 | Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($1,300) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Legacy / 22 nm) | ✨ Modern (Zen+ (2018−2019) / 12 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon E7-4890 v2 | Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($1,300) |
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 E7-4890 v2 and Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX
Xeon E7-4890 v2
The Xeon E7-4890 v2 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2015-01-01. It features 15 cores and 30 threads. Base frequency is 2.8 GHz, with boost up to 3.4 GHz. L3 cache: 37.5 MB. Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA2011. Thermal design power (TDP): 155 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-1066, DDR3-1333, DDR3-1600. Passmark benchmark score: 30,946 points. Launch price was $800.
Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX
The Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2 October 2018 (7 years ago). It is based on the Zen+ (2018−2019) architecture. It features 24 cores and 48 threads. Base frequency is 3 GHz, with boost up to 4.2 GHz. L3 cache: 64 MB. L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 12 nm process technology. Socket: TR4. Thermal design power (TDP): 250 Watt. Memory support: DDR4 Quad-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 30,954 points. Launch price was $1,299.
Processing Power
The Xeon E7-4890 v2 packs 15 cores / 30 threads, while the Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX offers 24 cores / 48 threads — the Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX has 9 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.4 GHz on the Xeon E7-4890 v2 versus 4.2 GHz on the Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX — a 21.1% clock advantage for the Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX (base: 2.8 GHz vs 3 GHz). The Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX is built on the Zen+ (2018−2019) architecture. In PassMark, the Xeon E7-4890 v2 scores 30,946 against the Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX's 30,954 — a 0% lead for the Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX. Cinebench R23 multi-core: 6,500 vs 29,045 (126.9% advantage for the Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX). Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 730 vs 1,240, a 51.8% lead for the Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 5,500 vs 7,241 (27.3% advantage for the Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX). L3 cache: 37.5 MB on the Xeon E7-4890 v2 vs 64 MB on the Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX.
| Feature | Xeon E7-4890 v2 | Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 15 / 30 | 24 / 48+60% |
| Boost Clock | 3.4 GHz | 4.2 GHz+24% |
| Base Clock | 2.8 GHz | 3 GHz+7% |
| L3 Cache | 37.5 MB | 64 MB+71% |
| L2 Cache | — | 512K (per core) |
| Process | 22 nm | 12 nm-45% |
| Architecture | — | Zen+ (2018−2019) |
| PassMark | 30,946 | 30,954 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | 6,500 | 29,045+347% |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 730 | 1,240+70% |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 5,500 | 7,241+32% |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon E7-4890 v2 uses the LGA2011 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX uses TR4 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3-1600 on the Xeon E7-4890 v2 versus DDR4-2933 on the Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX — the Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX supports 28.6% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX supports up to 2048 GB of RAM compared to 1536 GB — 28.6% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 4-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 32 (Xeon E7-4890 v2) vs 64 (Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX) — the Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX offers 32 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: C602 (Xeon E7-4890 v2) and X399 (Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX).
| Feature | Xeon E7-4890 v2 | Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA2011 | TR4 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 4.0+33% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1600 | DDR4-2933+33% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 1536 GB | 2048 GB+33% |
| RAM Channels | 4 | 4 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 32 | 64+100% |
Advanced Features
Only the Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Xeon E7-4890 v2) vs AMD-V (Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX). Primary use case: Xeon E7-4890 v2 targets Enterprise Server (Legacy), Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX targets Extreme Multi-threaded Workstation. Direct competitor: Xeon E7-4890 v2 rivals Xeon E5-2697 v2; Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX rivals Core i9-7940X.
| Feature | Xeon E7-4890 v2 | Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| Unlocked | No | Yes |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d, EPT | AMD-V |
| Target Use | Enterprise Server (Legacy) | Extreme Multi-threaded Workstation |
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