Core i3-12100TE vs Xeon D-1567

Core i3-12100TE

4 Cores8 Thrd35 WWMax: 4 GHz2022

Xeon D-1567

12 Cores24 Thrd65 WWMax: 2.7 GHz2016

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Core i3-12100TE

4 / 8

10,432

0.0%

10,447

+0.1%

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.

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 D-1567

Xeon Platinum 8454H

MSRP: $6540|Avg: N/A

53701%

Xeon Gold 6240R

MSRP: $2444|Avg: N/A

10139%

#10

Xeon 6337P

MSRP: $60|Avg: $5

9008%

#15

EPYC 9174F

MSRP: $194|Avg: $30

6959%

#537

Xeon Platinum 8180

MSRP: $10009|Avg: $2363

99%

#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

82%

#1000

Xeon D-1567

MSRP: $2702|Avg: $230

100%

#1001

Xeon E-2126G

MSRP: $2702|Avg: $230

100%

#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

89%

#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

About PassMark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Generational Difference: This comparison involves processors from different technological eras. The Core i3-12100TE (2022) utilizes 10 nm technology and **DDR4, DDR5 Dual-channel**, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Core i3-12100TE	Xeon D-1567
Gaming	✅ Superior gaming performance	❌ Lower gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	✅ More affordable ($149)	⚠️ Higher cost ($230)
Longevity	✨ Modern (Alder Lake-S (2022) / 10 nm)	🛑 Legacy (Broadwell (2015−2019) / 14 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Xeon D-1567 (2016) relies on 14 nm technology and DDR4, DDR3, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Core i3-12100TE	Xeon D-1567
Cost Efficiency	✅ Better overall value (+54%)	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅ More affordable ($149)	⚠️ Higher cost ($230)

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 i3-12100TE Benchmark Check

Xeon D-1567 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core i3-12100TE and Xeon D-1567

Core i3-12100TE

The Core i3-12100TE is manufactured by Intel. It was released in Janeiro 2022 (3 years ago). It is based on the Alder Lake-S (2022) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 2.1 GHz, with boost up to 4 GHz. L3 cache: 12 MB (total). L2 cache: 1.25 MB (per core). Built on 10 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1700. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR4, DDR5 Dual-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 10,432 points. Launch price was $149.

Xeon D-1567

The Xeon D-1567 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 24 February 2016 (9 years ago). It is based on the Broadwell (2015−2019) architecture. It features 12 cores and 24 threads. Base frequency is 2.1 GHz, with boost up to 2.7 GHz. L3 cache: 1.5 MB (per core). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1667. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4, DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 10,447 points. Launch price was $1,069.

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Processing Power

The Core i3-12100TE packs 4 cores / 8 threads, while the Xeon D-1567 offers 12 cores / 24 threads — the Xeon D-1567 has 8 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4 GHz on the Core i3-12100TE versus 2.7 GHz on the Xeon D-1567 — a 38.8% clock advantage for the Core i3-12100TE (base: 2.1 GHz vs 2.1 GHz). The Core i3-12100TE uses the Alder Lake-S (2022) architecture (10 nm), while the Xeon D-1567 uses Broadwell (2015−2019) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Core i3-12100TE scores 10,432 against the Xeon D-1567's 10,447 — a 0.1% lead for the Xeon D-1567. L3 cache: 12 MB (total) on the Core i3-12100TE vs 1.5 MB (per core) on the Xeon D-1567.

Feature	Core i3-12100TE	Xeon D-1567
Cores / Threads	4 / 8	12 / 24+200%
Boost Clock	4 GHz+48%	2.7 GHz
Base Clock	2.1 GHz	2.1 GHz
L3 Cache	12 MB (total)+700%	1.5 MB (per core)
L2 Cache	1.25 MB (per core)+400%	256K (per core)
Process	10 nm-29%	14 nm
Architecture	Alder Lake-S (2022)	Broadwell (2015−2019)
PassMark	10,432	10,447
Geekbench 6 Single	2,100	—

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Memory & Platform

The Core i3-12100TE uses the LGA1700 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the Xeon D-1567 uses FCBGA1667 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.

Feature	Core i3-12100TE	Xeon D-1567
Socket	LGA1700	FCBGA1667
PCIe Generation	PCIe 5.0+67%	PCIe 3.0
Max RAM Speed	DDR5-4800	—
Max RAM Capacity	128 GB	—
RAM Channels	2	—
ECC Support	✅	—
PCIe Lanes	20	—

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Advanced Features

Virtualization: VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Core i3-12100TE) / not specified (Xeon D-1567). The Core i3-12100TE includes integrated graphics (UHD Graphics 730), while the Xeon D-1567 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i3-12100TE targets Embedded. Direct competitor: Core i3-12100TE rivals Ryzen Embedded V2000.