Xeon L3426 vs Celeron G5905

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 L3426 is positioned at rank #753 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 L3426

#1

Xeon Platinum 8454H

MSRP: $6540|Avg: N/A

15158%

#6

Xeon Gold 6240R

MSRP: $2444|Avg: N/A

2862%

#10

Xeon 6337P

MSRP: $60|Avg: $5

2543%

#15

EPYC 9174F

MSRP: $194|Avg: $30

1964%

#435

Xeon Gold 6354

MSRP: $2878|Avg: $2898

100%

#436

Xeon Gold 5218T

MSRP: $1572|Avg: $1349

99%

#437

Xeon 6960P

MSRP: $9625|Avg: $9625

99%

#438

EPYC 9555

MSRP: $9826|Avg: $7973

99%

#439

Xeon Gold 6338

MSRP: $2990|Avg: $1604

98%

#440

Xeon Gold 6538N

MSRP: $3351|Avg: $170

98%

#441

EPYC 7F52

MSRP: $3100|Avg: $1826

97%

#442

EPYC 7542

MSRP: $3400|Avg: $899

97%

#753

Xeon L3426

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#758

Xeon E3-1281 v3

MSRP: $555|Avg: $636

100%

#768

Xeon E3-1270L v4

MSRP: $581|Avg: $636

96%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar

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 G5905 (2020) utilizes 14 nm technology and DDR4-2666, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Xeon L3426	Celeron G5905
Gaming	✅ Superior gaming performance	❌ Lower gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	Equivalent pricing	Equivalent pricing
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Legacy / 45 nm)	✨ Modern (Legacy / 14 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Xeon L3426 (2009) relies on 45 nm technology and DDR3-800, DDR3-1066, DDR3-1333, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Xeon L3426	Celeron G5905
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	Equivalent pricing	Equivalent pricing

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.

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Xeon L3426 and Celeron G5905

Xeon L3426

The Xeon L3426 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2015-01-01. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 1.86 GHz, with boost up to 3.2 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB Intel® Smart Cache. Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1156. Thermal design power (TDP): 45 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-800, DDR3-1066, DDR3-1333. Passmark benchmark score: 2,742 points. Launch price was $800.

Celeron G5905

The Celeron G5905 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency: 3.5 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB Intel® Smart Cache. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1200. Thermal design power (TDP): 58 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2666. Passmark benchmark score: 2,760 points. Launch price was $69.

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Processing Power

The Xeon L3426 packs 4 cores / 8 threads, while the Celeron G5905 offers 2 cores / 2 threads — the Xeon L3426 has 2 more cores. In PassMark, the Xeon L3426 scores 2,742 against the Celeron G5905's 2,760 — a 0.7% lead for the Celeron G5905. L3 cache: 8 MB Intel® Smart Cache on the Xeon L3426 vs 4 MB Intel® Smart Cache on the Celeron G5905.

Feature	Xeon L3426	Celeron G5905
Cores / Threads	4 / 8+100%	2 / 2
Boost Clock	3.2 GHz	—
Base Clock	1.86 GHz	3.5 GHz+88%
L3 Cache	8 MB Intel® Smart Cache+100%	4 MB Intel® Smart Cache
Process	45 nm	14 nm-69%
PassMark	2,742	2,760
Geekbench 6 Single	—	724
Geekbench 6 Multi	—	1,242

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Memory & Platform

The Xeon L3426 uses the LGA1156 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Celeron G5905 uses LGA1200 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.

Feature	Xeon L3426	Celeron G5905
Socket	LGA1156	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 L3426) / VT-x (Celeron G5905). The Celeron G5905 includes integrated graphics (UHD Graphics 610), while the Xeon L3426 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Celeron G5905 targets Budget. Direct competitor: Celeron G5905 rivals Pentium Gold G6405.