Ryzen 3 1300X vs Xeon E5-4607 v2

CPU

GPU

Ryzen 3 1300X

4 Cores4 Thrd65 WWMax: 3.7 GHz2017

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Xeon E5-4607 v2

6 Cores12 Thrd95 WWMax: 2.6 GHz2014

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Performance Spectrum - CPU

Ryzen 3 1300X

4 / 4

6,923

0.0%

Athlon 300U

Athlon Silver PRO 3125GE

Ryzen Threadripper 3970X

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7965WX

Xeon E5-4607 v2

6 / 12

6,986

+0.9%

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.

Head-to-Head Verdict, Benchmarks, Value & Long-Term Outlook

This comparison brings together gaming FPS, productivity performance, platform differences, power efficiency, pricing context, and upgrade path so you can see which CPU actually makes more sense.

Ryzen 3 1300X

2017

Why buy it

✅Draws 65W instead of 95W, a 30W reduction.
✅100+% more PCIe lanes (24 vs 0) for storage and expansion-heavy builds.
✅Includes a boxed cooler (Yes), unlike Xeon E5-4607 v2.

Trade-offs

❌Lower PassMark (6,923 vs 6,986).
❌Smaller total L3 cache (8 MB vs 15 MB).
❌Less compelling for workstation-style loads than Xeon E5-4607 v2, which brings 6 cores / 12 threads.
❌Lower PassMark per dollar, at 53.7 vs 166.3 PassMark/$ ($129 MSRP vs $42 MSRP).

Xeon E5-4607 v2

2014

Why buy it

✅+0.9% higher PassMark.
✅+87.5% larger total L3 cache (15 MB vs 8 MB).
✅Better for workstations and heavier parallel workloads: 6 cores / 12 threads.
✅Costs $87 less on MSRP ($42 MSRP vs $129 MSRP).
✅Delivers 209.9% more PassMark for each dollar spent, at 166.3 vs 53.7 PassMark/$ ($42 MSRP vs $129 MSRP).

Trade-offs

❌46.2% higher power demand at 95W vs 65W.
❌No boxed cooler included, unlike Ryzen 3 1300X.

Ryzen 3 1300X

2017

Xeon E5-4607 v2

2014

Why buy it

✅Draws 65W instead of 95W, a 30W reduction.
✅100+% more PCIe lanes (24 vs 0) for storage and expansion-heavy builds.
✅Includes a boxed cooler (Yes), unlike Xeon E5-4607 v2.

Why buy it

✅+0.9% higher PassMark.
✅+87.5% larger total L3 cache (15 MB vs 8 MB).
✅Better for workstations and heavier parallel workloads: 6 cores / 12 threads.
✅Costs $87 less on MSRP ($42 MSRP vs $129 MSRP).
✅Delivers 209.9% more PassMark for each dollar spent, at 166.3 vs 53.7 PassMark/$ ($42 MSRP vs $129 MSRP).

Trade-offs

❌Lower PassMark (6,923 vs 6,986).
❌Smaller total L3 cache (8 MB vs 15 MB).
❌Less compelling for workstation-style loads than Xeon E5-4607 v2, which brings 6 cores / 12 threads.
❌Lower PassMark per dollar, at 53.7 vs 166.3 PassMark/$ ($129 MSRP vs $42 MSRP).

Trade-offs

❌46.2% higher power demand at 95W vs 65W.
❌No boxed cooler included, unlike Ryzen 3 1300X.

Quick Answers

So, is Ryzen 3 1300X better than Xeon E5-4607 v2?

Not in a simple one-size-fits-all way. Xeon E5-4607 v2 makes more sense for workstation-style multi-core throughput, while Ryzen 3 1300X is the better mainstream desktop choice for gaming, platform cost, and day-to-day practicality.

Which one is better for streaming, content creation, and heavy multitasking?

For streaming, content creation, and heavier multitasking, Xeon E5-4607 v2 is the better fit. You are getting 0.9% better PassMark, backed by 6 cores and 12 threads. It also carries the larger cache pool with 87.5% larger total L3 cache (15 MB vs 8 MB).

Which one is the smarter buy today, not just the cheaper CPU?

Ryzen 3 1300X is still the faster CPU overall, but Xeon E5-4607 v2 makes more sense if price matters more than absolute performance. Ryzen 3 1300X is 207.1% more expensive on MSRP at $129 MSRP versus $42 MSRP, and it gives you 42.3% higher max boost clock. The trade-off is that Xeon E5-4607 v2 is still stronger for heavier multi-core work with 0.9% better PassMark. Xeon E5-4607 v2 is also 209.9% better value on MSRP (166.3 vs 53.7 PassMark/$), which is why it is easier to justify for price-conscious builds on paper.

Which one is more future-proof for 2026 and beyond?

Ryzen 3 1300X is the more future-proof choice for 2026 and beyond. You are getting a newer CPU generation (2017 vs 2014). That makes it the safer long-term pick.

Games Benchmarks

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.

Ryzen 3 1300X Benchmark Check

Xeon E5-4607 v2 Benchmark Check

Path of Exile 2

Preset	Ryzen 3 1300X	Xeon E5-4607 v2
1080p
low	173 FPS	169 FPS
medium	156 FPS	133 FPS
high	127 FPS	107 FPS
ultra	99 FPS	86 FPS
1440p
low	151 FPS	138 FPS
medium	124 FPS	108 FPS
high	98 FPS	86 FPS
ultra	75 FPS	68 FPS
4K
low	67 FPS	65 FPS
medium	59 FPS	55 FPS
high	46 FPS	43 FPS
ultra	36 FPS	34 FPS

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Path of Exile 2

Path of Exile 2

Counter-Strike 2

Preset	Ryzen 3 1300X	Xeon E5-4607 v2
1080p
low	173 FPS	175 FPS
medium	169 FPS	175 FPS
high	157 FPS	165 FPS
ultra	124 FPS	127 FPS
1440p
low	169 FPS	175 FPS
medium	145 FPS	164 FPS
high	133 FPS	148 FPS
ultra	110 FPS	117 FPS
4K
low	132 FPS	149 FPS
medium	117 FPS	132 FPS
high	96 FPS	113 FPS
ultra	72 FPS	83 FPS

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Counter-Strike 2

Counter-Strike 2

League of Legends

Preset	Ryzen 3 1300X	Xeon E5-4607 v2
1080p
low	173 FPS	175 FPS
medium	173 FPS	175 FPS
high	173 FPS	175 FPS
ultra	173 FPS	175 FPS
1440p
low	173 FPS	175 FPS
medium	173 FPS	175 FPS
high	173 FPS	175 FPS
ultra	173 FPS	175 FPS
4K
low	173 FPS	175 FPS
medium	173 FPS	175 FPS
high	160 FPS	175 FPS
ultra	128 FPS	175 FPS

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League of Legends

League of Legends

Valorant

Preset	Ryzen 3 1300X	Xeon E5-4607 v2
1080p
low	173 FPS	175 FPS
medium	173 FPS	175 FPS
high	173 FPS	175 FPS
ultra	173 FPS	175 FPS
1440p
low	173 FPS	175 FPS
medium	173 FPS	175 FPS
high	173 FPS	175 FPS
ultra	173 FPS	175 FPS
4K
low	173 FPS	175 FPS
medium	173 FPS	175 FPS
high	173 FPS	175 FPS
ultra	173 FPS	175 FPS

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Valorant

Valorant

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Ryzen 3 1300X and Xeon E5-4607 v2

Ryzen 3 1300X

The Ryzen 3 1300X is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 27 July 2017 (8 years ago). It is based on the Zen (2017−2020) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.4 GHz, with boost up to 3.7 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4 Dual-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 6,923 points. Launch price was $129.

Xeon E5-4607 v2

The Xeon E5-4607 v2 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2015-01-01. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 2.6 GHz, with boost up to 2.6 GHz. L3 cache: 15 MB Intel® Smart Cache. Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA2011. Thermal design power (TDP): 95 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-800, DDR3-1066, DDR3-1333. Passmark benchmark score: 6,986 points. Launch price was $800.

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Processing Power

The Ryzen 3 1300X packs 4 cores / 4 threads, while the Xeon E5-4607 v2 offers 6 cores / 12 threads — the Xeon E5-4607 v2 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.7 GHz on the Ryzen 3 1300X versus 2.6 GHz on the Xeon E5-4607 v2 — a 34.9% clock advantage for the Ryzen 3 1300X (base: 3.4 GHz vs 2.6 GHz). The Ryzen 3 1300X is built on the Zen (2017−2020) architecture. In PassMark, the Ryzen 3 1300X scores 6,923 against the Xeon E5-4607 v2's 6,986 — a 0.9% lead for the Xeon E5-4607 v2. L3 cache: 8 MB (total) on the Ryzen 3 1300X vs 15 MB Intel® Smart Cache on the Xeon E5-4607 v2.

Feature	Ryzen 3 1300X	Xeon E5-4607 v2
Cores / Threads	4 / 4	6 / 12+50%
Boost Clock	3.7 GHz+42%	2.6 GHz
Base Clock	3.4 GHz+31%	2.6 GHz
L3 Cache	8 MB (total)	15 MB Intel® Smart Cache+88%
L2 Cache	512K (per core)	—
Process	14 nm-36%	22 nm
Architecture	Zen (2017−2020)	—
PassMark	6,923	6,986
Cinebench R23 Multi	3,486	—
Geekbench 6 Single	1,120	—
Geekbench 6 Multi	3,155	—

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Memory & Platform

The Ryzen 3 1300X uses the AM4 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Xeon E5-4607 v2 uses LGA2011 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.

Feature	Ryzen 3 1300X	Xeon E5-4607 v2
Socket	AM4	LGA2011
PCIe Generation	PCIe 3.0	PCIe 3.0
Max RAM Speed	DDR4-2666	—
Max RAM Capacity	64 GB	—
RAM Channels	2	—
ECC Support	Yes	—
PCIe Lanes	24	—

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Advanced Features

Virtualization: AMD-V (Ryzen 3 1300X) / not specified (Xeon E5-4607 v2). Primary use case: Ryzen 3 1300X targets Gaming.

Feature	Ryzen 3 1300X	Xeon E5-4607 v2
Integrated GPU	No	—
Unlocked	Yes	—
AVX-512	No	—
Virtualization	AMD-V	—
Target Use	Gaming	—

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Value Analysis

The Ryzen 3 1300X launched at $129 MSRP, while the Xeon E5-4607 v2 debuted at $42. On MSRP ($129 vs $42), the Xeon E5-4607 v2 is $87 cheaper. In terms of value on MSRP (PassMark points per dollar), the Ryzen 3 1300X delivers 53.7 pts/$ vs 166.3 pts/$ for the Xeon E5-4607 v2 — making the Xeon E5-4607 v2 the 102.4% better value option.