Core i3-10100T vs Xeon E5-1620 v4

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.

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

Performance Per Dollar

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Xeon E5-1620 v4

#1

Xeon Platinum 8454H

MSRP: $6540|Avg: N/A

33040%

#6

Xeon Gold 6240R

MSRP: $2444|Avg: N/A

6238%

#10

Xeon 6337P

MSRP: $60|Avg: $5

5542%

#15

EPYC 9174F

MSRP: $194|Avg: $30

4282%

#530

Xeon E5-2689 v4

MSRP: $2723|Avg: $100

100%

#531

EPYC 7543

MSRP: $10257|Avg: $468

98%

#532

Xeon Platinum 8368Q

MSRP: $7719|Avg: $7719

96%

#533

Xeon Gold 6250

MSRP: $3400|Avg: $2000

96%

#534

Xeon E5-2699 v4

MSRP: $4115|Avg: $400

96%

#959

Xeon E5-1620 v4

MSRP: $1166|Avg: $160

100%

#963

Xeon E5-2660

MSRP: $1329|Avg: $65

97%

#964

Xeon E5-2667 v3

MSRP: $2057|Avg: $150

96%

#966

Xeon E3110

MSRP: $214|Avg: $158

96%

#969

Xeon L3406

MSRP: $189|Avg: $30

93%

#970

Xeon E5-2687W v2

MSRP: $2112|Avg: $62

93%

#972

Xeon L5430

MSRP: $390|Avg: $380

92%

#973

Xeon E5-2470

MSRP: $1440|Avg: $125

92%

#974

Xeon E5-2670

MSRP: $1552|Avg: $60

91%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

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🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Generational Difference: This comparison involves processors from different technological eras. The Core i3-10100T (2020) utilizes 14 nm technology and DDR4-2666, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Core i3-10100T	Xeon E5-1620 v4
Gaming	Balanced gaming performance	Balanced gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	✅ More affordable ($149)	⚠️ Higher cost ($160)
Longevity	✨ Modern (Legacy / 14 nm)	🛑 Legacy (Broadwell-EP (2016) / 14 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Xeon E5-1620 v4 (2016) relies on 14 nm technology and DDR4-1600, DDR4-1866, DDR4-2133, DDR4-2400, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Core i3-10100T	Xeon E5-1620 v4
Cost Efficiency	✅ Better overall value (+7%)	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅ More affordable ($149)	⚠️ Higher cost ($160)

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.

Core i3-10100T Benchmark Check

Xeon E5-1620 v4 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core i3-10100T and Xeon E5-1620 v4

Core i3-10100T

The Core i3-10100T is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 April 2020 (5 years ago). It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3 GHz, with boost up to 3.8 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB Intel® Smart Cache. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1200. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2666. Passmark benchmark score: 7,305 points. Launch price was $149.

Xeon E5-1620 v4

The Xeon E5-1620 v4 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 20 June 2016 (9 years ago). It is based on the Broadwell-EP (2016) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.5 GHz, with boost up to 3.8 GHz. L3 cache: 10 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA2011. Thermal design power (TDP): 140 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-1600, DDR4-1866, DDR4-2133, DDR4-2400. Passmark benchmark score: 7,338 points. Launch price was $294.

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Processing Power

Both the Core i3-10100T and Xeon E5-1620 v4 share an identical 4-core/8-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 3.8 GHz on the Core i3-10100T versus 3.8 GHz on the Xeon E5-1620 v4 — identical boost frequencies (base: 3 GHz vs 3.5 GHz). The Xeon E5-1620 v4 is built on the Broadwell-EP (2016) architecture. In PassMark, the Core i3-10100T scores 7,305 against the Xeon E5-1620 v4's 7,338 — a 0.5% lead for the Xeon E5-1620 v4. L3 cache: 6 MB Intel® Smart Cache on the Core i3-10100T vs 10 MB (total) on the Xeon E5-1620 v4.

Feature	Core i3-10100T	Xeon E5-1620 v4
Cores / Threads	4 / 8	4 / 8
Boost Clock	3.8 GHz	3.8 GHz
Base Clock	3 GHz	3.5 GHz+17%
L3 Cache	6 MB Intel® Smart Cache	10 MB (total)+67%
L2 Cache	—	256K (per core)
Process	14 nm	14 nm
Architecture	—	Broadwell-EP (2016)
PassMark	7,305	7,338

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Memory & Platform

The Core i3-10100T uses the LGA1200 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Xeon E5-1620 v4 uses LGA2011 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.