Xeon X5687 vs Atom x7425E
Xeon X5687
Atom x7425E
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. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money. The Xeon X5687 is positioned at rank 877 and the Atom x7425E is on rank 213, so the Atom x7425E offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
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Performance Per Dollar Xeon X5687
Performance Per Dollar Atom x7425E
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon X5687 | Atom x7425E |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($189) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Westmere-EP (2010−2011) / 32 nm) | ✨ Modern (Gracemont (2023) / 10 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon X5687 | Atom x7425E |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($189) | ✅ 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 X5687 and Atom x7425E
Xeon X5687
The Xeon X5687 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 14 February 2011 (14 years ago). It is based on the Westmere-EP (2010−2011) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.6 GHz, with boost up to 3.86 GHz. L3 cache: 12 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1366. Thermal design power (TDP): 130 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 5,386 points. Launch price was $121.
Atom x7425E
The Atom x7425E is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 3 January 2023 (2 years ago). It is based on the Gracemont (2023) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.5 GHz, with boost up to 3.4 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB (total). L2 cache: 2 MB (total). Built on 10 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1744. Thermal design power (TDP): 12 Watt. Memory support: DDR4, DDR5 4800 MHz Single-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 5,427 points. Launch price was $149.
Processing Power
The Xeon X5687 packs 4 cores / 8 threads, matching the Atom x7425E's 4 cores. Boost clocks reach 3.86 GHz on the Xeon X5687 versus 3.4 GHz on the Atom x7425E — a 12.7% clock advantage for the Xeon X5687 (base: 3.6 GHz vs 1.5 GHz). The Xeon X5687 uses the Westmere-EP (2010−2011) architecture (32 nm), while the Atom x7425E uses Gracemont (2023) (10 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon X5687 scores 5,386 against the Atom x7425E's 5,427 — a 0.8% lead for the Atom x7425E. L3 cache: 12 MB (total) on the Xeon X5687 vs 6 MB (total) on the Atom x7425E.
| Feature | Xeon X5687 | Atom x7425E |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 8 | 4 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 3.86 GHz+14% | 3.4 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.6 GHz+140% | 1.5 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 12 MB (total)+100% | 6 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 256 kB (per core) | 2 MB (total)+700% |
| Process | 32 nm | 10 nm-69% |
| Architecture | Westmere-EP (2010−2011) | Gracemont (2023) |
| PassMark | 5,386 | 5,427 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 1,643 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 5,386 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon X5687 uses the LGA1366 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Atom x7425E uses FCBGA1744 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3-1333 on the Xeon X5687 versus DDR5-4800 on the Atom x7425E — the Atom x7425E supports 50% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Xeon X5687 supports up to 288 GB of RAM compared to 16 GB — 178.9% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 3 (Xeon X5687) vs 1 (Atom x7425E). PCIe lanes: 36 (Xeon X5687) vs 9 (Atom x7425E) — the Xeon X5687 offers 27 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: X58 (Xeon X5687) and Intel BGA1264 (Atom x7425E).
| Feature | Xeon X5687 | Atom x7425E |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1366 | FCBGA1744 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 4.0+100% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1333 | DDR5-4800+67% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 288 GB+1700% | 16 GB |
| RAM Channels | 3+200% | 1 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 36+300% | 9 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Xeon X5687) / not specified (Atom x7425E). The Atom x7425E includes integrated graphics (Intel UHD Graphics (24EU)), while the Xeon X5687 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Xeon X5687 targets Server.
| Feature | Xeon X5687 | Atom x7425E |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | Intel UHD Graphics (24EU) |
| Unlocked | No | — |
| AVX-512 | No | — |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d, EPT | — |
| Target Use | Server | — |
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