Xeon Silver 4112 vs Xeon E5-1620 v2
Xeon Silver 4112
Xeon E5-1620 v2
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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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. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money. The Xeon Silver 4112 is positioned at rank 933 and the Xeon E5-1620 v2 is on rank 594, so the Xeon E5-1620 v2 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Xeon Silver 4112
Performance Per Dollar Xeon E5-1620 v2
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon Silver 4112 | Xeon E5-1620 v2 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($67) | ✅ More affordable ($50) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Skylake (server) (2017−2018) / 14 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Ivy Bridge-E (2013) / 22 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon Silver 4112 | Xeon E5-1620 v2 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+34%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($67) | ✅ More affordable ($50) |
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 Xeon E5-1620 v2
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.
Xeon E5-1620 v2
The Xeon E5-1620 v2 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 September 2013 (12 years ago). It is based on the Ivy Bridge-E (2013) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.7 GHz, with boost up to 3.9 GHz. L3 cache: 10 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA2011. Thermal design power (TDP): 130 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 6,523 points. Launch price was $315.
Processing Power
Both the Xeon Silver 4112 and Xeon E5-1620 v2 share an identical 4-core/8-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 3 GHz on the Xeon Silver 4112 versus 3.9 GHz on the Xeon E5-1620 v2 — a 26.1% clock advantage for the Xeon E5-1620 v2 (base: 2.6 GHz vs 3.7 GHz). The Xeon Silver 4112 uses the Skylake (server) (2017−2018) architecture (14 nm), while the Xeon E5-1620 v2 uses Ivy Bridge-E (2013) (22 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon Silver 4112 scores 6,536 against the Xeon E5-1620 v2's 6,523 — a 0.2% lead for the Xeon Silver 4112. L3 cache: 8.25 MB on the Xeon Silver 4112 vs 10 MB (total) on the Xeon E5-1620 v2.
| Feature | Xeon Silver 4112 | Xeon E5-1620 v2 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 8 | 4 / 8 |
| Boost Clock | 3 GHz | 3.9 GHz+30% |
| Base Clock | 2.6 GHz | 3.7 GHz+42% |
| L3 Cache | 8.25 MB | 10 MB (total)+21% |
| L2 Cache | 4 MB+1500% | 256 kB (per core) |
| Process | 14 nm-36% | 22 nm |
| Architecture | Skylake (server) (2017−2018) | Ivy Bridge-E (2013) |
| PassMark | 6,536 | 6,523 |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon Silver 4112 uses the LGA3647 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Xeon E5-1620 v2 uses LGA2011 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Xeon Silver 4112 | Xeon E5-1620 v2 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA3647 | LGA2011 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
Value Analysis
The Xeon Silver 4112 launched at $885 MSRP, while the Xeon E5-1620 v2 debuted at $294. At current prices ($67 vs $50), the Xeon E5-1620 v2 is $17 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon Silver 4112 delivers 97.6 pts/$ vs 130.5 pts/$ for the Xeon E5-1620 v2 — making the Xeon E5-1620 v2 the 28.9% better value option.
| Feature | Xeon Silver 4112 | Xeon E5-1620 v2 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $885 | $294-67% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $67 | $50-25% |
| Performance per Dollar | 97.6 | 130.5+34% |
| Release Date | 2017 | 2013 |
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