Core i3-10100T vs Xeon Phi 7210

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 Phi 7210

#1

Xeon Platinum 8454H

MSRP: $6540|Avg: N/A

53563%

#6

Xeon Gold 6240R

MSRP: $2444|Avg: N/A

10113%

#10

Xeon 6337P

MSRP: $60|Avg: $5

8985%

#15

EPYC 9174F

MSRP: $194|Avg: $30

6941%

#537

Xeon Platinum 8180

MSRP: $10009|Avg: $2363

98%

#538

Xeon Platinum 8280M

MSRP: $10009|Avg: $6223

97%

#539

Xeon Platinum 8280

MSRP: $10009|Avg: $2940

95%

#540

Xeon E7-8891 v3

MSRP: $6841|Avg: $418

81%

#999

Xeon Phi 7210

MSRP: $1881|Avg: $150

100%

#1000

Xeon D-1567

MSRP: $2702|Avg: $230

100%

#1001

Xeon E-2126G

MSRP: $2702|Avg: $230

99%

#1004

Xeon D-1531

MSRP: $2057|Avg: $250

96%

#1005

Xeon 5130

MSRP: $316|Avg: $10

96%

#1007

Xeon E5-4640 v3

MSRP: $2859|Avg: $300

94%

#1008

Xeon E5440

MSRP: $690|Avg: $37

88%

#1009

Xeon E5-2643

MSRP: $1552|Avg: $50

87%

#1010

Xeon E5-2637

MSRP: $885|Avg: $40

87%

#1011

Xeon W3570

MSRP: $999|Avg: $15

84%

#1013

Xeon E5-4620

MSRP: $2141|Avg: $400

80%

#1014

Xeon E5-2680

MSRP: $3226|Avg: $40

74%

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 Phi 7210
Gaming	✅ Superior gaming performance	❌ Lower gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	✅ More affordable ($149)	⚠️ Higher cost ($150)
Longevity	✨ Modern (Legacy / 14 nm)	🛑 Legacy (Knights Landing (2016) / 14 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Xeon Phi 7210 (2016) relies on 14 nm technology and DDR4, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Core i3-10100T	Xeon Phi 7210
Cost Efficiency	✅ Better overall value (+1%)	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅ More affordable ($149)	⚠️ Higher cost ($150)

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 Phi 7210 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core i3-10100T and Xeon Phi 7210

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 Phi 7210

The Xeon Phi 7210 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2015-01-01. It is based on the Knights Landing (2016) architecture. It features 64 cores and 256 threads. Base frequency is 1.3 GHz, with boost up to 1.5 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB (total). L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA3647. Thermal design power (TDP): 215 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 7,306 points. Launch price was $800.

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Processing Power

The Core i3-10100T packs 4 cores / 8 threads, while the Xeon Phi 7210 offers 64 cores / 256 threads — the Xeon Phi 7210 has 60 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.8 GHz on the Core i3-10100T versus 1.5 GHz on the Xeon Phi 7210 — a 86.8% clock advantage for the Core i3-10100T (base: 3 GHz vs 1.3 GHz). The Xeon Phi 7210 is built on the Knights Landing (2016) architecture. In PassMark, the Core i3-10100T scores 7,305 against the Xeon Phi 7210's 7,306 — a 0% lead for the Xeon Phi 7210. L3 cache: 6 MB Intel® Smart Cache on the Core i3-10100T vs 0 kB (total) on the Xeon Phi 7210.

Feature	Core i3-10100T	Xeon Phi 7210
Cores / Threads	4 / 8	64 / 256+1500%
Boost Clock	3.8 GHz+153%	1.5 GHz
Base Clock	3 GHz+131%	1.3 GHz
L3 Cache	6 MB Intel® Smart Cache	0 kB (total)
L2 Cache	—	512 kB (per core)
Process	14 nm	14 nm
Architecture	—	Knights Landing (2016)
PassMark	7,305	7,306

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Memory & Platform

The Core i3-10100T uses the LGA1200 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Xeon Phi 7210 uses LGA3647 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.