3015e vs Core i5-680
3015e
Core i5-680
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 i5-680 is on rank 1014, 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 i5-680
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | 3015e | Core i5-680 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($10) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Pollock (Zen) (2020) / 14 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Clarkdale (2010−2011) / 32 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | 3015e | Core i5-680 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($10) |
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 i5-680
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 i5-680
The Core i5-680 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 19 April 2010 (15 years ago). It is based on the Clarkdale (2010−2011) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.6 GHz, with boost up to 3.86 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1156. Thermal design power (TDP): 73 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 2,620 points. Launch price was $272.
Processing Power
Both the 3015e and Core i5-680 share an identical 2-core/4-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 2.3 GHz on the 3015e versus 3.86 GHz on the Core i5-680 — a 50.6% clock advantage for the Core i5-680 (base: 1.2 GHz vs 3.6 GHz). The 3015e uses the Pollock (Zen) (2020) architecture (14 nm), while the Core i5-680 uses Clarkdale (2010−2011) (32 nm). In PassMark, the 3015e scores 2,618 against the Core i5-680's 2,620 — a 0.1% lead for the Core i5-680. L3 cache: 4 MB on the 3015e vs 4 MB (total) on the Core i5-680.
| Feature | 3015e | Core i5-680 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 4 | 2 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 2.3 GHz | 3.86 GHz+68% |
| Base Clock | 1.2 GHz | 3.6 GHz+200% |
| L3 Cache | 4 MB | 4 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB+300% | 256 kB (per core) |
| Process | 14 nm-56% | 32 nm |
| Architecture | Pollock (Zen) (2020) | Clarkdale (2010−2011) |
| PassMark | 2,618 | 2,620 |
Memory & Platform
The 3015e uses the FT5 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i5-680 uses LGA1156 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 1600 on the 3015e versus DDR3-1333 on the Core i5-680 — the 3015e supports 199.3% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. Both support up to 16 of RAM. Memory channels: 1 (3015e) vs 2 (Core i5-680). PCIe lanes: 8 (3015e) vs 16 (Core i5-680) — the Core i5-680 offers 8 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives.
| Feature | 3015e | Core i5-680 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FT5 | LGA1156 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0+50% | PCIe 2.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | 1600+53233% | DDR3-1333 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 16 | 16 GB+104857500% |
| RAM Channels | 1 | 2+100% |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 8 | 16+100% |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: true (3015e) vs VT-x, VT-d (Core i5-680). Both include integrated graphics — Vega 3 (3015e) and HD Graphics (Core i5-680) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i5-680 targets Desktop. Direct competitor: 3015e rivals Celeron N4120.
| Feature | 3015e | Core i5-680 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | Vega 3 | HD Graphics |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | true | VT-x, VT-d |
| Target Use | — | Desktop |
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