3015Ce vs Xeon X3330

CPU

GPU

3015Ce

2 Cores4 Thrd1 WWMax: 2.3 GHz2020

Xeon X3330

95 WW2008

Performance Spectrum - CPU

3015Ce

2 / 4

2,099

0.0%

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7955WX

Ryzen Threadripper 3990X

Xeon X3330

2,102

+0.1%

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 3015Ce is positioned at rank 999 and the Xeon X3330 is on rank 854, so the Xeon X3330 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar 3015Ce

#987

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

2097%

#988

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

2066%

#989

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

1897%

#990

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

1888%

#991

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

1871%

#993

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

1807%

#994

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

1733%

#995

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

1730%

#996

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

1683%

#999

3015Ce

MSRP: $150|Avg: $40

100%

#1000

Core i7-4700MQ

MSRP: $383|Avg: $50

100%

#1001

Athlon II M340

MSRP: $80|Avg: $15

100%

#1005

Pentium P6000

MSRP: $150|Avg: $90

98%

#1007

Core i7-3630QM

MSRP: $378|Avg: N/A

97%

#1008

Core i7-3610QM

MSRP: $378|Avg: N/A

97%

#1009

Core i3-1115GRE

MSRP: $338|Avg: $480

97%

#1010

Pentium A1020

MSRP: $86|Avg: $86

97%

#1011

Core i7-4702MQ

MSRP: $383|Avg: $50

97%

#1012

Pentium N4200

MSRP: $161|Avg: $30.89

96%

#1013

Pentium J2900

MSRP: $94|Avg: $20

95%

#1014

Celeron T1700

MSRP: $80|Avg: $5

95%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Xeon X3330

Xeon Platinum 8454H

MSRP: $6540|Avg: N/A

19774%

Xeon Gold 6240R

MSRP: $2444|Avg: N/A

3733%

#10

Xeon 6337P

MSRP: $60|Avg: $5

3317%

#15

EPYC 9174F

MSRP: $194|Avg: $30

2563%

#482

Xeon 6724P

MSRP: $3622|Avg: $3622

100%

#483

EPYC 9634

MSRP: $10304|Avg: $3949

100%

#484

EPYC 7773X

MSRP: $8800|Avg: $8800

99%

#485

Xeon Gold 6258R

MSRP: $3950|Avg: $1400

97%

#486

EPYC 9175F

MSRP: $4256|Avg: $3703

97%

#488

EPYC 9534

MSRP: $8803|Avg: $2999

96%

#854

Xeon X3330

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#856

Xeon 5120

MSRP: $107|Avg: $15

99%

#858

Xeon W3530

MSRP: $294|Avg: $10

99%

#860

Xeon W3520

MSRP: $284|Avg: $15

98%

#861

Xeon E3-1271 v3

MSRP: $727|Avg: $831

98%

#862

Xeon E5603

MSRP: $188|Avg: N/A

98%

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 3015Ce (2020) utilizes 14 nm technology and DDR4, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	3015Ce	Xeon X3330
Gaming	✅ Superior gaming performance	❌ Lower gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	⚠️ Higher cost ($40)	✅ More affordable ($0)
Longevity	✨ Modern (Pollock (Zen) (2020) / 14 nm)	🛑 Legacy (Legacy / 45 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Xeon X3330 (2008) relies on 45 nm technology and older memory, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	3015Ce	Xeon X3330
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	⚠️ Higher cost ($40)	✅ More affordable ($0)

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.

3015Ce Benchmark Check

Xeon X3330 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of 3015Ce and Xeon X3330

3015Ce

The 3015Ce is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2014-01-01. It is based on the Pollock (Zen) (2020) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.2 GHz, with boost up to 2.3 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB. L2 cache: 1 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: FT5. Thermal design power (TDP): 1 MB + 4 MB. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 2,099 points. Launch price was $50.

Xeon X3330

The Xeon X3330 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2015-01-01. Base frequency: 2.66 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB L2 Cache. Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: LGA775. Thermal design power (TDP): 95 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 2,102 points. Launch price was $800.

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Processing Power

The 3015Ce is built on the Pollock (Zen) (2020) architecture. In PassMark, the 3015Ce scores 2,099 against the Xeon X3330's 2,102 — a 0.1% lead for the Xeon X3330. L3 cache: 4 MB on the 3015Ce vs 6 MB L2 Cache on the Xeon X3330.

Feature	3015Ce	Xeon X3330
Cores / Threads	2 / 4	—
Boost Clock	2.3 GHz	—
Base Clock	1.2 GHz	2.66 GHz+122%
L3 Cache	4 MB	6 MB L2 Cache+50%
L2 Cache	1 MB	—
Process	14 nm-69%	45 nm
Architecture	Pollock (Zen) (2020)	—
PassMark	2,099	2,102

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Memory & Platform

The 3015Ce uses the FT5 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Xeon X3330 uses LGA775 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.

Feature	3015Ce	Xeon X3330
Socket	FT5	LGA775
PCIe Generation	PCIe 3.0+50%	PCIe 2.0
Max RAM Speed	1600	—
Max RAM Capacity	16	—
RAM Channels	1	—
ECC Support	❌	—
PCIe Lanes	8	—

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Advanced Features

Virtualization: true (3015Ce) / not specified (Xeon X3330). The 3015Ce includes integrated graphics (Radeon Graphics (2-Core)), while the Xeon X3330 requires a dedicated GPU. Direct competitor: 3015Ce rivals Celeron N4020.