Xeon W3690 vs Ryzen 3 3200GE

Xeon W3690

6 Cores12 Thrd130 WWMax: 3.73 GHz2011

Ryzen 3 3200GE

4 Cores4 Thrd35 WWMax: 4 GHz2019

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Xeon W3690

6 / 12

7,191

0.0%

7,192

0.0%

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7965WX

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 W3690 is positioned at rank #798 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 W3690

Xeon Platinum 8454H

MSRP: $6540|Avg: N/A

16855%

Xeon Gold 6240R

MSRP: $2444|Avg: N/A

3182%

#10

Xeon 6337P

MSRP: $60|Avg: $5

2827%

#15

EPYC 9174F

MSRP: $194|Avg: $30

2184%

#459

Xeon Platinum 8568Y+

MSRP: $6497|Avg: $6497

99%

#460

Xeon Gold 6242R

MSRP: $2977|Avg: $779

98%

#460

Xeon E5-2686 V3

MSRP: $1500|Avg: $160

98%

#462

Xeon W-2175

MSRP: $1947|Avg: $180

98%

#463

EPYC 75F3

MSRP: $5383|Avg: $2799

97%

#798

Xeon W3690

MSRP: $583|Avg: $140

100%

#800

Xeon E5-2428L

MSRP: $692|Avg: $42

100%

#803

Opteron 6380

MSRP: $551|Avg: $111

98%

#812

Xeon E3-1220L

MSRP: $189|Avg: $27

97%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 3 3200GE

#137

Ryzen 7 8700G

MSRP: $329|Avg: $269

105%

#138

Core i7-14700

MSRP: $384|Avg: $348

105%

#139

Ryzen 5 2500X

MSRP: $159|Avg: $80

104%

#140

Athlon Gold PRO 3150GE

MSRP: $100|Avg: $60

104%

#141

Core i9-13900K

MSRP: $599|Avg: $500

104%

#142

Core i3-14100

MSRP: $134|Avg: $131

103%

#143

Ryzen 5 3400G

MSRP: $149|Avg: $80

102%

#144

Core i7-10700KF

MSRP: $405|Avg: $160

102%

#145

Core i5-11600K

MSRP: $262|Avg: $170

102%

#146

Core i7-13700K

MSRP: $409|Avg: $400

102%

#147

Ryzen 5 PRO 3400G

MSRP: $149|Avg: $80

101%

#148

Ryzen 7 PRO 2700X

MSRP: $329|Avg: $150

101%

#149

Core i9-12900KS

MSRP: $739|Avg: $385

101%

#150

Ryzen 5 5500X3D

MSRP: $185|Avg: $180

100%

#151

Core Ultra 7 265T

MSRP: $384|Avg: $362

100%

#152

Ryzen 3 3200GE

MSRP: $85|Avg: $64

100%

#153

Core i3-9100T

MSRP: $122|Avg: $50

100%

#154

Ryzen 5 4600G

MSRP: $154|Avg: $143

99%

#155

Core i7-13700T

MSRP: $384|Avg: $250

99%

#156

Ryzen 9 5900X

MSRP: $549|Avg: $350

99%

#157

Core i7-13700F

MSRP: $359|Avg: $345

99%

#158

Core i5-13600T

MSRP: $255|Avg: $255

98%

#159

Ryzen 5 3400GE

MSRP: $149|Avg: $80

98%

#160

Core i7-12700F

MSRP: $314|Avg: $275

98%

#161

Core i5-9400

MSRP: $192|Avg: $85

98%

#162

Core i3-13100

MSRP: $134|Avg: $128

98%

#163

Core i9-10910

MSRP: $488|Avg: $200

95%

#164

Core i5-14600T

MSRP: $255|Avg: $255

95%

#165

Core i5-11500T

MSRP: $192|Avg: $120

94%

#166

Ryzen 7 5700X3D

MSRP: $249|Avg: $249

94%

#167

Ryzen 3 8300GE

MSRP: $129|Avg: $129

94%

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 Ryzen 3 3200GE (2019) utilizes 12 nm technology and DDR4-2933, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Xeon W3690	Ryzen 3 3200GE
Gaming	❌ Lower gaming performance	✅ Superior gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	⚠️ Higher cost ($140)	✅ More affordable ($64)
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Gulftown (2010−2011) / 32 nm)	✨ Modern (Picasso (2019−2022) / 12 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Xeon W3690 (2011) relies on 32 nm technology and DDR3, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Xeon W3690	Ryzen 3 3200GE
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	✅ Better overall value (+119%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️ Higher cost ($140)	✅ More affordable ($64)

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.

Xeon W3690 Benchmark Check

Ryzen 3 3200GE Benchmark Check

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Xeon W3690 and Ryzen 3 3200GE

Xeon W3690

The Xeon W3690 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 14 February 2011 (14 years ago). It is based on the Gulftown (2010−2011) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 3.46 GHz, with boost up to 3.73 GHz. L3 cache: 12 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1366. Thermal design power (TDP): 130 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 7,191 points. Launch price was $450.

Ryzen 3 3200GE

The Ryzen 3 3200GE is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 7 July 2019 (6 years ago). It is based on the Picasso (2019−2022) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.3 GHz, with boost up to 4 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 12 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2933. Passmark benchmark score: 7,192 points. Launch price was $149.

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Processing Power

The Xeon W3690 packs 6 cores / 12 threads, while the Ryzen 3 3200GE offers 4 cores / 4 threads — the Xeon W3690 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.73 GHz on the Xeon W3690 versus 4 GHz on the Ryzen 3 3200GE — a 7% clock advantage for the Ryzen 3 3200GE (base: 3.46 GHz vs 3.3 GHz). The Xeon W3690 uses the Gulftown (2010−2011) architecture (32 nm), while the Ryzen 3 3200GE uses Picasso (2019−2022) (12 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon W3690 scores 7,191 against the Ryzen 3 3200GE's 7,192 — a 0% lead for the Ryzen 3 3200GE. L3 cache: 12 MB (total) on the Xeon W3690 vs 4 MB (total) on the Ryzen 3 3200GE.

Feature	Xeon W3690	Ryzen 3 3200GE
Cores / Threads	6 / 12+50%	4 / 4
Boost Clock	3.73 GHz	4 GHz+7%
Base Clock	3.46 GHz+5%	3.3 GHz
L3 Cache	12 MB (total)+200%	4 MB (total)
L2 Cache	256 kB (per core)	512 kB (per core)+100%
Process	32 nm	12 nm-63%
Architecture	Gulftown (2010−2011)	Picasso (2019−2022)
PassMark	7,191	7,192

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Memory & Platform

The Xeon W3690 uses the LGA1366 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Ryzen 3 3200GE uses AM4 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.

Feature	Xeon W3690	Ryzen 3 3200GE
Socket	LGA1366	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

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Advanced Features

Virtualization: not specified (Xeon W3690) / AMD-V (Ryzen 3 3200GE). The Ryzen 3 3200GE includes integrated graphics (Radeon Vega 8), while the Xeon W3690 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Ryzen 3 3200GE targets Desktop Low Power.

Feature	Xeon W3690	Ryzen 3 3200GE
Integrated GPU	—	Yes
IGPU Model	—	Radeon Vega 8
Unlocked	—	No
AVX-512	—	No
Virtualization	—	AMD-V
Target Use	—	Desktop Low Power

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Value Analysis

The Xeon W3690 launched at $583 MSRP, while the Ryzen 3 3200GE debuted at $85. At current prices ($140 vs $64), the Ryzen 3 3200GE is $76 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon W3690 delivers 51.4 pts/$ vs 112.4 pts/$ for the Ryzen 3 3200GE — making the Ryzen 3 3200GE the 74.5% better value option.