Xeon Silver 4112 vs Ryzen 3 PRO 3200G
Xeon Silver 4112
Ryzen 3 PRO 3200G
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 Silver 4112 is positioned at rank #933 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 Silver 4112
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 3 PRO 3200G
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon Silver 4112 | Ryzen 3 PRO 3200G |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($67) | ✅ More affordable ($52) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Skylake (server) (2017−2018) / 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Zen+ (2018−2019) / 12 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon Silver 4112 | Ryzen 3 PRO 3200G |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+28%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($67) | ✅ More affordable ($52) |
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 Silver 4112 and Ryzen 3 PRO 3200G
Xeon Silver 4112
The Xeon Silver 4112 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 11 July 2017 (8 years ago). It is based on the Skylake (server) (2017−2018) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 2.6 GHz, with boost up to 3 GHz. L3 cache: 8.25 MB. L2 cache: 4 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA3647. Thermal design power (TDP): 85 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2400. Passmark benchmark score: 6,536 points. Launch price was $473.
Ryzen 3 PRO 3200G
The Ryzen 3 PRO 3200G is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 30 September 2019 (6 years ago). It is based on the Zen+ (2018−2019) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.6 GHz, with boost up to 4 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB. L2 cache: 2 MB. Built on 12 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2933. Passmark benchmark score: 6,499 points. Launch price was $149.
Processing Power
The Xeon Silver 4112 packs 4 cores / 8 threads, matching the Ryzen 3 PRO 3200G's 4 cores. Boost clocks reach 3 GHz on the Xeon Silver 4112 versus 4 GHz on the Ryzen 3 PRO 3200G — a 28.6% clock advantage for the Ryzen 3 PRO 3200G (base: 2.6 GHz vs 3.6 GHz). The Xeon Silver 4112 uses the Skylake (server) (2017−2018) architecture (14 nm), while the Ryzen 3 PRO 3200G uses Zen+ (2018−2019) (12 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon Silver 4112 scores 6,536 against the Ryzen 3 PRO 3200G's 6,499 — a 0.6% lead for the Xeon Silver 4112. L3 cache: 8.25 MB on the Xeon Silver 4112 vs 4 MB on the Ryzen 3 PRO 3200G.
| Feature | Xeon Silver 4112 | Ryzen 3 PRO 3200G |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 8 | 4 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 3 GHz | 4 GHz+33% |
| Base Clock | 2.6 GHz | 3.6 GHz+38% |
| L3 Cache | 8.25 MB+106% | 4 MB |
| L2 Cache | 4 MB+100% | 2 MB |
| Process | 14 nm | 12 nm-14% |
| Architecture | Skylake (server) (2017−2018) | Zen+ (2018−2019) |
| PassMark | 6,536 | 6,499 |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon Silver 4112 uses the LGA3647 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Ryzen 3 PRO 3200G uses AM4 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Xeon Silver 4112 | Ryzen 3 PRO 3200G |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA3647 | AM4 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | — | DDR4-2933 |
| Max RAM Capacity | — | 64 GB |
| RAM Channels | — | 2 |
| ECC Support | — | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | — | 16 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: not specified (Xeon Silver 4112) / AMD-V (Ryzen 3 PRO 3200G). The Ryzen 3 PRO 3200G includes integrated graphics (Radeon Vega 8), while the Xeon Silver 4112 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Ryzen 3 PRO 3200G targets Desktop.
| Feature | Xeon Silver 4112 | Ryzen 3 PRO 3200G |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | — | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | Radeon Vega 8 |
| Unlocked | — | Yes |
| AVX-512 | — | No |
| Virtualization | — | AMD-V |
| Target Use | — | Desktop |
Value Analysis
The Xeon Silver 4112 launched at $885 MSRP, while the Ryzen 3 PRO 3200G debuted at $89. At current prices ($67 vs $52), the Ryzen 3 PRO 3200G is $15 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon Silver 4112 delivers 97.6 pts/$ vs 125.0 pts/$ for the Ryzen 3 PRO 3200G — making the Ryzen 3 PRO 3200G the 24.7% better value option.
| Feature | Xeon Silver 4112 | Ryzen 3 PRO 3200G |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $885 | $89-90% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $67 | $52-22% |
| Performance per Dollar | 97.6 | 125.0+28% |
| Release Date | 2017 | 2019 |
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