CPU
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Xeon L5609
Ryzen Embedded R1600
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 L5609 is positioned at rank #735 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 L5609
Performance Per Dollar
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon L5609 | Ryzen Embedded R1600 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($229) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Westmere-EP (2010−2011) / 32 nm) | ✨ Modern (Zen (2017−2020) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon L5609 | Ryzen Embedded R1600 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($229) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
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 L5609 and Ryzen Embedded R1600
Xeon L5609
The Xeon L5609 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2015-01-01. It is based on the Westmere-EP (2010−2011) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.86 GHz, with boost up to 1.86 GHz. L3 cache: 12 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1366. Thermal design power (TDP): 40 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 3,298 points. Launch price was $800.
Ryzen Embedded R1600
The Ryzen Embedded R1600 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 25 February 2020 (5 years ago). It is based on the Zen (2017−2020) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.6 GHz, with boost up to 3.1 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: FP5. Thermal design power (TDP): 25 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2400. Passmark benchmark score: 3,276 points. Launch price was $69.
Processing Power
The Xeon L5609 packs 4 cores / 4 threads, while the Ryzen Embedded R1600 offers 2 cores / 4 threads — the Xeon L5609 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 1.86 GHz on the Xeon L5609 versus 3.1 GHz on the Ryzen Embedded R1600 — a 50% clock advantage for the Ryzen Embedded R1600 (base: 1.86 GHz vs 2.6 GHz). The Xeon L5609 uses the Westmere-EP (2010−2011) architecture (32 nm), while the Ryzen Embedded R1600 uses Zen (2017−2020) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon L5609 scores 3,298 against the Ryzen Embedded R1600's 3,276 — a 0.7% lead for the Xeon L5609. L3 cache: 12 MB (total) on the Xeon L5609 vs 4 MB (total) on the Ryzen Embedded R1600.
| Feature | Xeon L5609 | Ryzen Embedded R1600 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 4+100% | 2 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 1.86 GHz | 3.1 GHz+67% |
| Base Clock | 1.86 GHz | 2.6 GHz+40% |
| L3 Cache | 12 MB (total)+200% | 4 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 256 kB (per core) | 512 kB (per core)+100% |
| Process | 32 nm | 14 nm-56% |
| Architecture | Westmere-EP (2010−2011) | Zen (2017−2020) |
| PassMark | 3,298 | 3,276 |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon L5609 uses the LGA1366 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Ryzen Embedded R1600 uses FP5 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Xeon L5609 | Ryzen Embedded R1600 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1366 | FP5 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 3.0+50% |
Value Analysis
The Xeon L5609 launched at $229 MSRP, while the Ryzen Embedded R1600 debuted at $0. At current prices ($229 vs $0), the Ryzen Embedded R1600 is $229 cheaper.
| Feature | Xeon L5609 | Ryzen Embedded R1600 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $229 | $0-100% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $229 | $0-100% |
| Performance per Dollar | 14.4 | — |
| Release Date | 2010 | 2020 |
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