3015e vs Core i3-3250T
3015e
Core i3-3250T
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 3015e is positioned at rank 416 and the Core i3-3250T is on rank 811, so the 3015e offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar 3015e
Performance Per Dollar Core i3-3250T
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | 3015e | Core i3-3250T |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($15) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Pollock (Zen) (2020) / 14 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) / 22 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | 3015e | Core i3-3250T |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($15) |
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 3015e and Core i3-3250T
3015e
The 3015e 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: 2,618 points. Launch price was $50.
Core i3-3250T
The Core i3-3250T is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 9 June 2013 (12 years ago). It is based on the Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3 GHz, with boost up to 3 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1155. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-1333, DDR3-1600. Passmark benchmark score: 2,650 points. Launch price was $69.
Processing Power
Both the 3015e and Core i3-3250T share an identical 2-core/4-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 2.3 GHz on the 3015e versus 3 GHz on the Core i3-3250T — a 26.4% clock advantage for the Core i3-3250T (base: 1.2 GHz vs 3 GHz). The 3015e uses the Pollock (Zen) (2020) architecture (14 nm), while the Core i3-3250T uses Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) (22 nm). In PassMark, the 3015e scores 2,618 against the Core i3-3250T's 2,650 — a 1.2% lead for the Core i3-3250T. L3 cache: 4 MB on the 3015e vs 3 MB (total) on the Core i3-3250T.
| Feature | 3015e | Core i3-3250T |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 4 | 2 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 2.3 GHz | 3 GHz+30% |
| Base Clock | 1.2 GHz | 3 GHz+150% |
| L3 Cache | 4 MB+33% | 3 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB+300% | 256 kB (per core) |
| Process | 14 nm-36% | 22 nm |
| Architecture | Pollock (Zen) (2020) | Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) |
| PassMark | 2,618 | 2,650+1% |
Memory & Platform
The 3015e uses the FT5 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i3-3250T uses LGA1155 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 1600 on the 3015e versus DDR3-1600 on the Core i3-3250T — the 3015e supports 199.3% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Core i3-3250T supports up to 32 GB of RAM compared to 16 — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 1 (3015e) vs 2 (Core i3-3250T). PCIe lanes: 8 (3015e) vs 16 (Core i3-3250T) — the Core i3-3250T offers 8 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: FT5 (3015e) and H61,B75,H77,Z77 (Core i3-3250T).
| Feature | 3015e | Core i3-3250T |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FT5 | LGA1155 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | 1600+53233% | DDR3-1600 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 16 | 32 GB+209715100% |
| RAM Channels | 1 | 2+100% |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 8 | 16+100% |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: true (3015e) / not specified (Core i3-3250T). Both include integrated graphics — Vega 3 (3015e) and Intel HD Graphics 2500 (Core i3-3250T) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Direct competitor: 3015e rivals Celeron N4120.
| Feature | 3015e | Core i3-3250T |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | Vega 3 | Intel HD Graphics 2500 |
| Unlocked | No | — |
| AVX-512 | No | — |
| Virtualization | true | — |
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