Xeon E5540 vs Ryzen 7 5700X

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Passmark Score

2805

Passmark Score

26609

Performance Difference

Ryzen 7 5700X is 848.6% faster than Xeon E5540

Benchmarks & Performance Comparison

In this CPU comparison, Ryzen 7 5700X performs 848.6% better in benchmarks. Below you'll find detailed performance analysis, gaming benchmarks, power consumption data, and specifications to help you decide between Xeon E5540 and Ryzen 7 5700X.

Both processors are popular choices for gaming PCs. Consider factors like core count, boost clock speeds, power consumption (TDP), and gaming vs productivity performance when choosing between these CPUs.

Technical Specifications

Detailed hardware specifications for Xeon E5540 and Ryzen 7 5700X

Intel

Xeon E5540

The Xeon E5540 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 30 March 2009 (16 years ago). It is based on the Gainestown (2009−2010) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 2.53 GHz, with boost up to 2.8 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1366. Thermal design power (TDP): 80 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 2,805 points. Launch price was $30.

General Information

Type:server
Designer:Intel
Launch Price:$30
Manufacturer:Intel
Release Date:30 March 2009 (16 years ago)
Architecture Codename:Gainestown (2009−2010)
Performance Ranking Position:2297

Technical Specifications

Cores:4
Threads:8
Die Size:263 mm2
L1 Cache:64 kB (per core)
L2 Cache:256 kB (per core)
L3 Cache:8 MB (total)
Max Frequency:2.8 GHz
64-Bit Support:+
Base Frequency:2.53 GHz
Transistor Count:731 million
Process Technology:45 nm
Max Core Temperature:76 °C
Compatibilidade Com Windows 11:-

Compatibility

Socket:LGA1366
Power Consumption (TDP):80 Watt
Max Processors In Config:2

Memory

RAM Types:DDR3
Memory Channels:3
Memory Bandwidth:25.6 GB/s
ECC Memory Support:+
Max Memory Capacity:144 GB
AMD

Ryzen 7 5700X

The Ryzen 7 5700X is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 4 April 2022 (3 years ago). It is based on the Vermeer (Zen 3) (2020−2022) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 3.4 GHz, with boost up to 4.6 GHz. L3 cache: 32 MB (total). L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 7 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 26,609 points. Launch price was $299.

General Information

Type:desktop
Designer:AMD
Launch Price:$299
Manufacturer:TSMC
Release Date:4 April 2022 (3 years ago)
Architecture Codename:Vermeer (Zen 3) (2020−2022)
Performance Ranking Position:529

Technical Specifications

Cores:8
Threads:16
Die Size:81 mm2
L1 Cache:64K (per core)
L2 Cache:512K (per core)
L3 Cache:32 MB (total)
Max Frequency:4.6 GHz
64-Bit Support:+
Base Frequency:3.4 GHz
Transistor Count:4,150 million
Process Technology:7 nm
Unlocked Multiplier:+
Max Core Temperature:90 °C
Max Case Temperature (TCase):95 °C
Compatibilidade Com Windows 11:+

Compatibility

Socket:AM4
Power Consumption (TDP):65 Watt
Max Processors In Config:1

Memory

RAM Types:DDR4-3200

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