Core i3-8145UE vs Xeon E3-1260L
Core i3-8145UE
Xeon E3-1260L
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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. The Core i3-8145UE is positioned at rank 995 and the Xeon E3-1260L is on rank 750, so the Xeon E3-1260L offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Core i3-8145UE
Performance Per Dollar Xeon E3-1260L
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i3-8145UE | Xeon E3-1260L |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($50) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($270) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Whiskey Lake-U (2018−2019) / 10 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) / 32 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i3-8145UE | Xeon E3-1260L |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+433%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($50) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($270) |
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.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of Core i3-8145UE and Xeon E3-1260L
Core i3-8145UE
The Core i3-8145UE is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 October 2018 (7 years ago). It is based on the Whiskey Lake-U (2018−2019) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.2 GHz, with boost up to 3.9 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 10 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1528. Thermal design power (TDP): 15 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 4,021 points. Launch price was $69.
Xeon E3-1260L
The Xeon E3-1260L is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 3 April 2011 (14 years ago). It is based on the Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 2.4 GHz, with boost up to 3.3 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1155. Thermal design power (TDP): 45 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 4,076 points. Launch price was $150.
Processing Power
The Core i3-8145UE packs 2 cores / 4 threads, while the Xeon E3-1260L offers 4 cores / 8 threads — the Xeon E3-1260L has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.9 GHz on the Core i3-8145UE versus 3.3 GHz on the Xeon E3-1260L — a 16.7% clock advantage for the Core i3-8145UE (base: 2.2 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The Core i3-8145UE uses the Whiskey Lake-U (2018−2019) architecture (10 nm), while the Xeon E3-1260L uses Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) (32 nm). In PassMark, the Core i3-8145UE scores 4,021 against the Xeon E3-1260L's 4,076 — a 1.4% lead for the Xeon E3-1260L. L3 cache: 4 MB (total) on the Core i3-8145UE vs 8 MB (total) on the Xeon E3-1260L.
| Feature | Core i3-8145UE | Xeon E3-1260L |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 4 | 4 / 8+100% |
| Boost Clock | 3.9 GHz+18% | 3.3 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.2 GHz | 2.4 GHz+9% |
| L3 Cache | 4 MB (total) | 8 MB (total)+100% |
| L2 Cache | 256 kB (per core) | 256 kB (per core) |
| Process | 10 nm-69% | 32 nm |
| Architecture | Whiskey Lake-U (2018−2019) | Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) |
| PassMark | 4,021 | 4,076+1% |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | 2,356 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 1,218 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 2,356 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Core i3-8145UE uses the FCBGA1528 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Xeon E3-1260L uses LGA1155 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Core i3-8145UE | Xeon E3-1260L |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FCBGA1528 | LGA1155 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0+50% | PCIe 2.0 |
| 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 (Core i3-8145UE) / not specified (Xeon E3-1260L). The Core i3-8145UE includes integrated graphics (UHD 620), while the Xeon E3-1260L requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i3-8145UE targets Budget. Direct competitor: Core i3-8145UE rivals Ryzen 3 3200U.
| Feature | Core i3-8145UE | Xeon E3-1260L |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | — |
| IGPU Model | UHD 620 | — |
| Unlocked | No | — |
| AVX-512 | No | — |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | — |
| Target Use | Budget | — |
Value Analysis
The Core i3-8145UE launched at $281 MSRP, while the Xeon E3-1260L debuted at $294. At current prices ($50 vs $270), the Core i3-8145UE is $220 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i3-8145UE delivers 80.4 pts/$ vs 15.1 pts/$ for the Xeon E3-1260L — making the Core i3-8145UE the 136.8% better value option.
| Feature | Core i3-8145UE | Xeon E3-1260L |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $281-4% | $294 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $50-81% | $270 |
| Performance per Dollar | 80.4+432% | 15.1 |
| Release Date | 2018 | 2011 |
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