Core i5-10310U vs Xeon E5-1620

Core i5-10310U

4 Cores8 Thrd1 WWMax: 4.4 GHz2020

Xeon E5-1620

4 Cores8 Thrd130 WWMax: 3.8 GHz2012

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Core i5-10310U

4 / 8

5,864

+0.3%

5,848

0.0%

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 i5-10310U is positioned at rank 566 and the Xeon E5-1620 is on rank 953, so the Core i5-10310U offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar Core i5-10310U

#176

Core i9-13900HK

MSRP: $697|Avg: N/A

100%

#178

Core i7-1360P

MSRP: $480|Avg: $280

99%

#179

Core i7-1260P

MSRP: $432|Avg: $432

98%

#554

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

751%

#555

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

740%

#556

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

679%

#557

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

676%

#558

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

670%

#560

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

647%

#561

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

620%

#562

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

619%

#563

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

602%

#566

Core i5-10310U

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#572

A10-9600P

MSRP: $128|Avg: $50

99%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Xeon E5-1620

Xeon Platinum 8454H

MSRP: $6540|Avg: N/A

31441%

Xeon Gold 6240R

MSRP: $2444|Avg: N/A

5936%

#10

Xeon 6337P

MSRP: $60|Avg: $5

5274%

#15

EPYC 9174F

MSRP: $194|Avg: $30

4074%

#529

Xeon Max 9480

MSRP: $12980|Avg: $12980

97%

#530

Xeon E5-2689 v4

MSRP: $2723|Avg: $100

95%

#531

EPYC 7543

MSRP: $10257|Avg: $468

93%

#532

Xeon Platinum 8368Q

MSRP: $7719|Avg: $7719

92%

#533

Xeon Gold 6250

MSRP: $3400|Avg: $2000

91%

#534

Xeon E5-2699 v4

MSRP: $4115|Avg: $400

91%

#953

Xeon E5-1620

MSRP: $885|Avg: $70

100%

#955

Xeon E5462

MSRP: $342|Avg: $45

98%

#958

Xeon E5-4650 v2

MSRP: $1723|Avg: $48

96%

#959

Xeon E5-1620 v4

MSRP: $1166|Avg: $160

95%

#963

Xeon E5-2660

MSRP: $1329|Avg: $65

92%

#964

Xeon E5-2667 v3

MSRP: $2057|Avg: $150

92%

#966

Xeon E3110

MSRP: $214|Avg: $158

92%

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 i5-10310U (2020) utilizes 14 nm technology and DDR3, DDR4, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Core i5-10310U	Xeon E5-1620
Gaming	❌ Lower gaming performance	✅ Superior gaming performance
Workstation	✅ Better multi-core power	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks
Price	✅ More affordable ($0)	⚠️ Higher cost ($70)
Longevity	✨ Modern (Comet Lake-U (2019−2020) / 14 nm)	🛑 Legacy (Sandy Bridge-E (2011−2013) / 32 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Xeon E5-1620 (2012) relies on 32 nm technology and DDR3, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Core i5-10310U	Xeon E5-1620
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅ More affordable ($0)	⚠️ Higher cost ($70)

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 i5-10310U Benchmark Check

Xeon E5-1620 Benchmark Check

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core i5-10310U and Xeon E5-1620

Core i5-10310U

The Core i5-10310U is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 13 May 2020 (5 years ago). It is based on the Comet Lake-U (2019−2020) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 1.7 GHz, with boost up to 4.4 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB. L2 cache: 1 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1528. Thermal design power (TDP): 15 Watt. Memory support: DDR3, DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 5,864 points. Launch price was $149.

Xeon E5-1620

The Xeon E5-1620 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 6 March 2012 (13 years ago). It is based on the Sandy Bridge-E (2011−2013) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.6 GHz, with boost up to 3.8 GHz. L3 cache: 10240 kB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: LGA2011. Thermal design power (TDP): 130 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 5,848 points. Launch price was $313.

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Processing Power

Both the Core i5-10310U and Xeon E5-1620 share an identical 4-core/8-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 4.4 GHz on the Core i5-10310U versus 3.8 GHz on the Xeon E5-1620 — a 14.6% clock advantage for the Core i5-10310U (base: 1.7 GHz vs 3.6 GHz). The Core i5-10310U uses the Comet Lake-U (2019−2020) architecture (14 nm), while the Xeon E5-1620 uses Sandy Bridge-E (2011−2013) (32 nm). In PassMark, the Core i5-10310U scores 5,864 against the Xeon E5-1620's 5,848 — a 0.3% lead for the Core i5-10310U. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 1,284 vs 612, a 70.9% lead for the Core i5-10310U that directly translates to higher frame rates. L3 cache: 6 MB on the Core i5-10310U vs 10240 kB (total) on the Xeon E5-1620.

Feature	Core i5-10310U	Xeon E5-1620
Cores / Threads	4 / 8	4 / 8
Boost Clock	4.4 GHz+16%	3.8 GHz
Base Clock	1.7 GHz	3.6 GHz+112%
L3 Cache	6 MB	10240 kB (total)+67%
L2 Cache	1 MB+300%	256 kB (per core)
Process	14 nm-56%	32 nm
Architecture	Comet Lake-U (2019−2020)	Sandy Bridge-E (2011−2013)
PassMark	5,864	5,848
Cinebench R23 Multi	—	3,469
Geekbench 6 Single	1,284+110%	612
Geekbench 6 Multi	—	2,250

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Memory & Platform

The Core i5-10310U uses the FCBGA1528 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Xeon E5-1620 uses LGA2011 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR4-2666 on the Core i5-10310U versus DDR3-1600 on the Xeon E5-1620 — the Core i5-10310U supports 28.6% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Xeon E5-1620 supports up to 375 GB of RAM compared to 64 GB — 141.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 2 (Core i5-10310U) vs 4 (Xeon E5-1620). PCIe lanes: 16 (Core i5-10310U) vs 40 (Xeon E5-1620) — the Xeon E5-1620 offers 24 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives.

Feature	Core i5-10310U	Xeon E5-1620
Socket	FCBGA1528	LGA2011
PCIe Generation	PCIe 3.0+50%	PCIe 2.0
Max RAM Speed	DDR4-2666+33%	DDR3-1600
Max RAM Capacity	64 GB	375 GB+486%
RAM Channels	2	4+100%
ECC Support	❌	✅
PCIe Lanes	16	40+150%

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Advanced Features

Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Core i5-10310U) vs true (Xeon E5-1620). The Core i5-10310U includes integrated graphics (UHD Graphics for 10th Gen), while the Xeon E5-1620 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i5-10310U targets Business Laptop. Direct competitor: Core i5-10310U rivals Ryzen 5 PRO 4650U.