Core i3-11100B vs Xeon E5-2618L V3

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 i3-11100B is positioned at rank 223 and the Xeon E5-2618L V3 is on rank 318, so the Core i3-11100B offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.

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

Performance Per Dollar Core i3-11100B

#57

Ryzen AI 9 365

MSRP: $400|Avg: $400

100%

#211

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

388%

#212

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

382%

#213

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

351%

#214

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

349%

#215

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

346%

#217

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

334%

#218

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

320%

#219

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

320%

#220

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

311%

#223

Core i3-11100B

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Xeon E5-2618L V3

#1

Xeon Platinum 8454H

MSRP: $6540|Avg: N/A

4594%

#6

Xeon Gold 6240R

MSRP: $2444|Avg: N/A

867%

#10

Xeon 6337P

MSRP: $60|Avg: $5

771%

#15

EPYC 9174F

MSRP: $194|Avg: $30

595%

#237

Xeon w3-2535

MSRP: $739|Avg: $800

100%

#239

EPYC 7313P

MSRP: $913|Avg: $824

99%

#240

Ryzen 7 PRO 1700

MSRP: $329|Avg: $60

99%

#241

Xeon w5-2555X

MSRP: $1069|Avg: $1145

98%

#242

Xeon E-2246G

MSRP: $311|Avg: $268

98%

#244

Xeon w3-2423

MSRP: $359|Avg: $300

97%

#245

EPYC 8434P

MSRP: $1517|Avg: $3137

97%

#318

Xeon E5-2618L V3

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

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 i3-11100B (2021) utilizes 10 nm SuperFin technology and Up to 3200 MT/s, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Core i3-11100B	Xeon E5-2618L V3
Gaming	✅ Superior gaming performance	❌ Lower gaming performance
Workstation	✅ Better multi-core power	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks
Price	Equivalent pricing	Equivalent pricing
Longevity	✨ Modern (Legacy / 10 nm SuperFin)	🛑 Legacy (Haswell-EP (2014−2015) / 22 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Xeon E5-2618L V3 (2014) relies on 22 nm technology and DDR4-1866, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Core i3-11100B	Xeon E5-2618L V3
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	Equivalent pricing	Equivalent pricing

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.

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core i3-11100B and Xeon E5-2618L V3

Core i3-11100B

The Core i3-11100B is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 April 2021 (4 years ago). It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.6 GHz, with boost up to 4.4 GHz. L3 cache: 12 MB. Built on 10 nm SuperFin process technology. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: Up to 3200 MT/s. Passmark benchmark score: 11,357 points. Launch price was $149.

Xeon E5-2618L V3

The Xeon E5-2618L V3 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2015-01-01. It is based on the Haswell-EP (2014−2015) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 2.3 GHz, with boost up to 3.4 GHz. L3 cache: 20 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA2011-3. Thermal design power (TDP): 75 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-1866. Passmark benchmark score: 11,310 points. Launch price was $800.

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Processing Power

The Core i3-11100B packs 4 cores / 8 threads, while the Xeon E5-2618L V3 offers 8 cores / 16 threads — the Xeon E5-2618L V3 has 4 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.4 GHz on the Core i3-11100B versus 3.4 GHz on the Xeon E5-2618L V3 — a 25.6% clock advantage for the Core i3-11100B (base: 3.6 GHz vs 2.3 GHz). The Xeon E5-2618L V3 is built on the Haswell-EP (2014−2015) architecture. In PassMark, the Core i3-11100B scores 11,357 against the Xeon E5-2618L V3's 11,310 — a 0.4% lead for the Core i3-11100B. L3 cache: 12 MB on the Core i3-11100B vs 20 MB (total) on the Xeon E5-2618L V3.

Feature	Core i3-11100B	Xeon E5-2618L V3
Cores / Threads	4 / 8	8 / 16+100%
Boost Clock	4.4 GHz+29%	3.4 GHz
Base Clock	3.6 GHz+57%	2.3 GHz
L3 Cache	12 MB	20 MB (total)+67%
L2 Cache	—	256K (per core)
Process	10 nm SuperFin-55%	22 nm
Architecture	—	Haswell-EP (2014−2015)
PassMark	11,357	11,310
Geekbench 6 Single	1,402	—

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Advanced Features

Virtualization: VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Core i3-11100B) / not specified (Xeon E5-2618L V3). The Core i3-11100B includes integrated graphics (UHD Graphics for 11th Gen (16 EU)), while the Xeon E5-2618L V3 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i3-11100B targets Desktop. Direct competitor: Core i3-11100B rivals Ryzen 3 5300G.