Core i3-7300T vs Xeon E5-1607 v2
Core i3-7300T
Xeon E5-1607 v2
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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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 i3-7300T is positioned at rank 593 and the Xeon E5-1607 v2 is on rank 676, so the Core i3-7300T offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Core i3-7300T
Performance Per Dollar Xeon E5-1607 v2
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i3-7300T | Xeon E5-1607 v2 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($128) | ✅ More affordable ($68) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Kaby Lake (2016−2019) / 14 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Ivy Bridge-E (2013) / 22 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i3-7300T | Xeon E5-1607 v2 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+88%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($128) | ✅ More affordable ($68) |
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 i3-7300T and Xeon E5-1607 v2
Core i3-7300T
The Core i3-7300T is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 3 January 2017 (8 years ago). It is based on the Kaby Lake (2016−2019) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.5 GHz, with boost up to 3.5 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1151. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 4,145 points. Launch price was $147.
Xeon E5-1607 v2
The Xeon E5-1607 v2 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2015-01-01. It is based on the Ivy Bridge-E (2013) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3 GHz, with boost up to 3 GHz. L3 cache: 10 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA2011. Thermal design power (TDP): 130 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-800, DDR3-1066, DDR3-1333, DDR3-1600. Passmark benchmark score: 4,141 points. Launch price was $800.
Processing Power
The Core i3-7300T packs 2 cores / 4 threads, while the Xeon E5-1607 v2 offers 4 cores / 4 threads — the Xeon E5-1607 v2 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.5 GHz on the Core i3-7300T versus 3 GHz on the Xeon E5-1607 v2 — a 15.4% clock advantage for the Core i3-7300T (base: 3.5 GHz vs 3 GHz). The Core i3-7300T uses the Kaby Lake (2016−2019) architecture (14 nm), while the Xeon E5-1607 v2 uses Ivy Bridge-E (2013) (22 nm). In PassMark, the Core i3-7300T scores 4,145 against the Xeon E5-1607 v2's 4,141 — a 0.1% lead for the Core i3-7300T. L3 cache: 4 MB (total) on the Core i3-7300T vs 10 MB (total) on the Xeon E5-1607 v2.
| Feature | Core i3-7300T | Xeon E5-1607 v2 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 4 | 4 / 4+100% |
| Boost Clock | 3.5 GHz+17% | 3 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.5 GHz+17% | 3 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 4 MB (total) | 10 MB (total)+150% |
| L2 Cache | 256K (per core) | 256K (per core) |
| Process | 14 nm-36% | 22 nm |
| Architecture | Kaby Lake (2016−2019) | Ivy Bridge-E (2013) |
| PassMark | 4,145 | 4,141 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 1,100 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Core i3-7300T uses the LGA1151 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Xeon E5-1607 v2 uses LGA2011 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Core i3-7300T | Xeon E5-1607 v2 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1151 | LGA2011 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4-2400 | — |
| Max RAM Capacity | 64 GB | — |
| RAM Channels | 2 | — |
| ECC Support | ✅ | — |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | — |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Core i3-7300T) / not specified (Xeon E5-1607 v2). The Core i3-7300T includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics 630), while the Xeon E5-1607 v2 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i3-7300T targets Low Power Desktop. Direct competitor: Core i3-7300T rivals Ryzen 3 2200GE.
| Feature | Core i3-7300T | Xeon E5-1607 v2 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | — |
| IGPU Model | HD Graphics 630 | — |
| Unlocked | No | — |
| AVX-512 | No | — |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d, EPT | — |
| Target Use | Low Power Desktop | — |
Value Analysis
The Core i3-7300T launched at $138 MSRP, while the Xeon E5-1607 v2 debuted at $250. At current prices ($128 vs $68), the Xeon E5-1607 v2 is $60 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i3-7300T delivers 32.4 pts/$ vs 60.9 pts/$ for the Xeon E5-1607 v2 — making the Xeon E5-1607 v2 the 61.1% better value option.
| Feature | Core i3-7300T | Xeon E5-1607 v2 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $138-45% | $250 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $128 | $68-47% |
| Performance per Dollar | 32.4 | 60.9+88% |
| Release Date | 2017 | 2013 |
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