Core i3-9300T vs Xeon E3-1245 v2
Core i3-9300T
Xeon E3-1245 v2
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Core i3-9300T
Performance Per Dollar Xeon E3-1245 v2
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i3-9300T | Xeon E3-1245 v2 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($309) | ✅ More affordable ($204) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Coffee Lake (2017−2019) / 14 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) / 22 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i3-9300T | Xeon E3-1245 v2 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+52%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($309) | ✅ More affordable ($204) |
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 i3-9300T and Xeon E3-1245 v2
Core i3-9300T
The Core i3-9300T is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 23 April 2019 (6 years ago). It is based on the Coffee Lake (2017−2019) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.2 GHz, with boost up to 3.8 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB. L2 cache: 1 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1151. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2400. Passmark benchmark score: 6,323 points. Launch price was $143.
Xeon E3-1245 v2
The Xeon E3-1245 v2 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 14 May 2012 (13 years ago). It is based on the Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.4 GHz, with boost up to 3.8 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1155. Thermal design power (TDP): 77 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 6,357 points. Launch price was $462.
Processing Power
The Core i3-9300T packs 4 cores / 4 threads, matching the Xeon E3-1245 v2's 4 cores. Boost clocks reach 3.8 GHz on the Core i3-9300T versus 3.8 GHz on the Xeon E3-1245 v2 — identical boost frequencies (base: 3.2 GHz vs 3.4 GHz). The Core i3-9300T uses the Coffee Lake (2017−2019) architecture (14 nm), while the Xeon E3-1245 v2 uses Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) (22 nm). In PassMark, the Core i3-9300T scores 6,323 against the Xeon E3-1245 v2's 6,357 — a 0.5% lead for the Xeon E3-1245 v2. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 1,000 vs 659, a 41.1% lead for the Core i3-9300T that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 3,265 vs 2,273 (35.8% advantage for the Core i3-9300T). L3 cache: 8 MB on the Core i3-9300T vs 8 MB (total) on the Xeon E3-1245 v2.
| Feature | Core i3-9300T | Xeon E3-1245 v2 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 4 | 4 / 8 |
| Boost Clock | 3.8 GHz | 3.8 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.2 GHz | 3.4 GHz+6% |
| L3 Cache | 8 MB | 8 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB+300% | 256 kB (per core) |
| Process | 14 nm-36% | 22 nm |
| Architecture | Coffee Lake (2017−2019) | Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) |
| PassMark | 6,323 | 6,357 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 1,000+52% | 659 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 3,265+44% | 2,273 |
Memory & Platform
The Core i3-9300T uses the LGA1151 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Xeon E3-1245 v2 uses LGA1155 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR4-2400 on the Core i3-9300T versus DDR3-1600 on the Xeon E3-1245 v2 — the Core i3-9300T supports 28.6% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Core i3-9300T supports up to 64 GB of RAM compared to 32 GB — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. Both provide 16 PCIe lanes. Chipset compatibility: H310,B360,H370,Z370,Z390 (Core i3-9300T) and Intel C202,Intel C204,Intel C206,Intel C216 (Xeon E3-1245 v2).
| Feature | Core i3-9300T | Xeon E3-1245 v2 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1151 | LGA1155 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4-2400+33% | DDR3-1600 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 64 GB+100% | 32 GB |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | 16 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Core i3-9300T) vs Yes (Xeon E3-1245 v2). Both include integrated graphics — Intel UHD Graphics 630 (Core i3-9300T) and HD Graphics P4000 (Xeon E3-1245 v2) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i3-9300T targets Low Power Desktop, Xeon E3-1245 v2 targets Server.
| Feature | Core i3-9300T | Xeon E3-1245 v2 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | Intel UHD Graphics 630 | HD Graphics P4000 |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d, EPT | Yes |
| Target Use | Low Power Desktop | Server |
Value Analysis
The Core i3-9300T launched at $309 MSRP, while the Xeon E3-1245 v2 debuted at $273. At current prices ($309 vs $204), the Xeon E3-1245 v2 is $105 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i3-9300T delivers 20.5 pts/$ vs 31.2 pts/$ for the Xeon E3-1245 v2 — making the Xeon E3-1245 v2 the 41.4% better value option.
| Feature | Core i3-9300T | Xeon E3-1245 v2 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $309 | $273-12% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $309 | $204-34% |
| Performance per Dollar | 20.5 | 31.2+52% |
| Release Date | 2019 | 2012 |
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