Core i3-8350K vs Xeon E5-4607 v2
Core i3-8350K
Xeon E5-4607 v2
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 i3-8350K is positioned at rank 629 and the Xeon E5-4607 v2 is on rank 49, so the Xeon E5-4607 v2 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Core i3-8350K
Performance Per Dollar Xeon E5-4607 v2
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i3-8350K | Xeon E5-4607 v2 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($250) | ✅ More affordable ($77) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Coffee Lake (2017−2019) / 14 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Legacy / 22 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i3-8350K | Xeon E5-4607 v2 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+228%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($250) | ✅ More affordable ($77) |
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 i3-8350K and Xeon E5-4607 v2
Core i3-8350K
The Core i3-8350K is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 5 October 2017 (8 years ago). It is based on the Coffee Lake (2017−2019) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 4 GHz, with boost up to 4 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1151. Thermal design power (TDP): 91 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2400. Passmark benchmark score: 6,911 points. Launch price was $168.
Xeon E5-4607 v2
The Xeon E5-4607 v2 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2015-01-01. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 2.6 GHz, with boost up to 2.6 GHz. L3 cache: 15 MB Intel® Smart Cache. Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA2011. Thermal design power (TDP): 95 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-800, DDR3-1066, DDR3-1333. Passmark benchmark score: 6,986 points. Launch price was $800.
Processing Power
The Core i3-8350K packs 4 cores / 4 threads, while the Xeon E5-4607 v2 offers 6 cores / 12 threads — the Xeon E5-4607 v2 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4 GHz on the Core i3-8350K versus 2.6 GHz on the Xeon E5-4607 v2 — a 42.4% clock advantage for the Core i3-8350K (base: 4 GHz vs 2.6 GHz). The Core i3-8350K is built on the Coffee Lake (2017−2019) architecture. In PassMark, the Core i3-8350K scores 6,911 against the Xeon E5-4607 v2's 6,986 — a 1.1% lead for the Xeon E5-4607 v2. L3 cache: 8 MB (total) on the Core i3-8350K vs 15 MB Intel® Smart Cache on the Xeon E5-4607 v2.
| Feature | Core i3-8350K | Xeon E5-4607 v2 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 4 | 6 / 12+50% |
| Boost Clock | 4 GHz+54% | 2.6 GHz |
| Base Clock | 4 GHz+54% | 2.6 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 8 MB (total) | 15 MB Intel® Smart Cache+88% |
| L2 Cache | 256K (per core) | — |
| Process | 14 nm-36% | 22 nm |
| Architecture | Coffee Lake (2017−2019) | — |
| PassMark | 6,911 | 6,986+1% |
Memory & Platform
The Core i3-8350K uses the LGA1151 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Xeon E5-4607 v2 uses LGA2011 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Core i3-8350K | Xeon E5-4607 v2 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1151 | LGA2011 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
Value Analysis
The Core i3-8350K launched at $250 MSRP, while the Xeon E5-4607 v2 debuted at $42. At current prices ($250 vs $77), the Xeon E5-4607 v2 is $173 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i3-8350K delivers 27.6 pts/$ vs 90.7 pts/$ for the Xeon E5-4607 v2 — making the Xeon E5-4607 v2 the 106.6% better value option.
| Feature | Core i3-8350K | Xeon E5-4607 v2 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $250 | $42-83% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $250 | $77-69% |
| Performance per Dollar | 27.6 | 90.7+229% |
| Release Date | 2017 | 2014 |
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