CPU
GPU
Core 2 Duo E8500
Xeon E3110
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 Core 2 Duo E8500 is positioned at rank 427 and the Xeon E3110 is on rank 965, so the Core 2 Duo E8500 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Core 2 Duo E8500
Performance Per Dollar Xeon E3110
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core 2 Duo E8500 | Xeon E3110 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($26) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($158) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Wolfdale (2008−2010) / 45 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Legacy / 45 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core 2 Duo E8500 | Xeon E3110 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+509%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($26) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($158) |
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.
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Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of Core 2 Duo E8500 and Xeon E3110
Core 2 Duo E8500
The Core 2 Duo E8500 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2008-01-01. It is based on the Wolfdale (2008−2010) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 3.16 GHz, with boost up to 3.17 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 6 MB (total). Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: LGA775. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR1, DDR2, DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,297 points. Launch price was $249.
Xeon E3110
The Xeon E3110 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2015-01-01. Base frequency: 3 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB L2 Cache. Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: LGA775. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 1,295 points. Launch price was $800.
Processing Power
The Core 2 Duo E8500 is built on the Wolfdale (2008−2010) architecture. In PassMark, the Core 2 Duo E8500 scores 1,297 against the Xeon E3110's 1,295 — a 0.2% lead for the Core 2 Duo E8500. L3 cache: 0 kB on the Core 2 Duo E8500 vs 6 MB L2 Cache on the Xeon E3110.
| Feature | Core 2 Duo E8500 | Xeon E3110 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2 | — |
| Boost Clock | 3.17 GHz | — |
| Base Clock | 3.16 GHz+5% | 3 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 0 kB | 6 MB L2 Cache |
| L2 Cache | 6 MB (total) | — |
| Process | 45 nm | 45 nm |
| Architecture | Wolfdale (2008−2010) | — |
| PassMark | 1,297 | 1,295 |
Memory & Platform
Both processors use the LGA775 socket with PCIe 1.1.
| Feature | Core 2 Duo E8500 | Xeon E3110 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA775 | LGA775 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 1.1 | PCIe 2.0+82% |
| Max RAM Speed | 1333 | — |
| Max RAM Capacity | 16 | — |
| RAM Channels | 2 | — |
| ECC Support | ❌ | — |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | — |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: true (Core 2 Duo E8500) / not specified (Xeon E3110). Direct competitor: Core 2 Duo E8500 rivals Phenom II X2 550.
| Feature | Core 2 Duo E8500 | Xeon E3110 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | — |
| IGPU Model | None | — |
| Unlocked | No | — |
| AVX-512 | No | — |
| Virtualization | true | — |
Value Analysis
The Core 2 Duo E8500 launched at $26 MSRP, while the Xeon E3110 debuted at $214. At current prices ($26 vs $158), the Core 2 Duo E8500 is $132 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core 2 Duo E8500 delivers 49.9 pts/$ vs 8.2 pts/$ for the Xeon E3110 — making the Core 2 Duo E8500 the 143.6% better value option.
| Feature | Core 2 Duo E8500 | Xeon E3110 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $26-88% | $214 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $26-84% | $158 |
| Performance per Dollar | 49.9+509% | 8.2 |
| Release Date | 2008 | 2008 |
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