CPU
GPU
Xeon E7530
Ryzen 5 2400GE
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 E7530 is positioned at rank #987 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 E7530
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 5 2400GE
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon E7530 | Ryzen 5 2400GE |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($146) | ✅ More affordable ($80) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Legacy / 45 nm) | ✨ Modern (Raven Ridge (2017−2019) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon E7530 | Ryzen 5 2400GE |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+83%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($146) | ✅ More affordable ($80) |
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 E7530 and Ryzen 5 2400GE
Xeon E7530
The Xeon E7530 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2015-01-01. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 1.87 GHz, with boost up to 2.13 GHz. L3 cache: 12 MB L3 Cache. Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1567. Thermal design power (TDP): 105 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 7,231 points. Launch price was $800.
Ryzen 5 2400GE
The Ryzen 5 2400GE is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 19 April 2018 (7 years ago). It is based on the Raven Ridge (2017−2019) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.2 GHz, with boost up to 3.8 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2933. Passmark benchmark score: 7,237 points. Launch price was $149.
Processing Power
The Xeon E7530 packs 6 cores / 12 threads, while the Ryzen 5 2400GE offers 4 cores / 8 threads — the Xeon E7530 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 2.13 GHz on the Xeon E7530 versus 3.8 GHz on the Ryzen 5 2400GE — a 56.3% clock advantage for the Ryzen 5 2400GE (base: 1.87 GHz vs 3.2 GHz). The Ryzen 5 2400GE is built on the Raven Ridge (2017−2019) architecture. In PassMark, the Xeon E7530 scores 7,231 against the Ryzen 5 2400GE's 7,237 — a 0.1% lead for the Ryzen 5 2400GE. L3 cache: 12 MB L3 Cache on the Xeon E7530 vs 4 MB (total) on the Ryzen 5 2400GE.
| Feature | Xeon E7530 | Ryzen 5 2400GE |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 6 / 12+50% | 4 / 8 |
| Boost Clock | 2.13 GHz | 3.8 GHz+78% |
| Base Clock | 1.87 GHz | 3.2 GHz+71% |
| L3 Cache | 12 MB L3 Cache+200% | 4 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | — | 512 kB (per core) |
| Process | 45 nm | 14 nm-69% |
| Architecture | — | Raven Ridge (2017−2019) |
| PassMark | 7,231 | 7,237 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 826 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 2,847 |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon E7530 uses the LGA1567 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Ryzen 5 2400GE uses AM4 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Xeon E7530 | Ryzen 5 2400GE |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1567 | AM4 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 3.0+50% |
| Max RAM Speed | — | DDR4-2933 |
| Max RAM Capacity | — | 64 GB |
| RAM Channels | — | 2 |
| ECC Support | — | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | — | 8 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: not specified (Xeon E7530) / Yes (Ryzen 5 2400GE). The Ryzen 5 2400GE includes integrated graphics (Radeon Vega 11), while the Xeon E7530 requires a dedicated GPU.
| Feature | Xeon E7530 | Ryzen 5 2400GE |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | — | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | Radeon Vega 11 |
| AVX-512 | — | No |
| Virtualization | — | Yes |
Value Analysis
The Xeon E7530 launched at $1391 MSRP, while the Ryzen 5 2400GE debuted at $169. At current prices ($146 vs $80), the Ryzen 5 2400GE is $66 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon E7530 delivers 49.5 pts/$ vs 90.5 pts/$ for the Ryzen 5 2400GE — making the Ryzen 5 2400GE the 58.5% better value option.
| Feature | Xeon E7530 | Ryzen 5 2400GE |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $1391 | $169-88% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $146 | $80-45% |
| Performance per Dollar | 49.5 | 90.5+83% |
| Release Date | 2010 | 2018 |
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