Core i5-3335S vs Xeon W3580
Core i5-3335S
Xeon W3580
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 i5-3335S is positioned at rank 877 and the Xeon W3580 is on rank 797, so the Xeon W3580 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Core i5-3335S
Performance Per Dollar Xeon W3580
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i5-3335S | Xeon W3580 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | Equivalent pricing | Equivalent pricing |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) / 22 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Bloomfield (2008−2010) / 45 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i5-3335S | Xeon W3580 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+1%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | Equivalent pricing | Equivalent pricing |
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 i5-3335S and Xeon W3580
Core i5-3335S
The Core i5-3335S is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 November 2012 (13 years ago). It is based on the Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.7 GHz, with boost up to 3.2 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1155. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 3,672 points. Launch price was $69.
Xeon W3580
The Xeon W3580 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 9 August 2009 (16 years ago). It is based on the Bloomfield (2008−2010) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.33 GHz, with boost up to 3.6 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1366. Thermal design power (TDP): 130 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 3,638 points. Launch price was $215.
Processing Power
The Core i5-3335S packs 4 cores / 4 threads, matching the Xeon W3580's 4 cores. Boost clocks reach 3.2 GHz on the Core i5-3335S versus 3.6 GHz on the Xeon W3580 — a 11.8% clock advantage for the Xeon W3580 (base: 2.7 GHz vs 3.33 GHz). The Core i5-3335S uses the Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) architecture (22 nm), while the Xeon W3580 uses Bloomfield (2008−2010) (45 nm). In PassMark, the Core i5-3335S scores 3,672 against the Xeon W3580's 3,638 — a 0.9% lead for the Core i5-3335S. L3 cache: 6 MB (total) on the Core i5-3335S vs 8 MB (total) on the Xeon W3580.
| Feature | Core i5-3335S | Xeon W3580 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 4 | 4 / 8 |
| Boost Clock | 3.2 GHz | 3.6 GHz+12% |
| Base Clock | 2.7 GHz | 3.33 GHz+23% |
| L3 Cache | 6 MB (total) | 8 MB (total)+33% |
| L2 Cache | 256 kB (per core) | 256 kB (per core) |
| Process | 22 nm-51% | 45 nm |
| Architecture | Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) | Bloomfield (2008−2010) |
| PassMark | 3,672 | 3,638 |
Memory & Platform
The Core i5-3335S uses the LGA1155 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Xeon W3580 uses LGA1366 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Core i5-3335S | Xeon W3580 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1155 | LGA1366 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0+50% | PCIe 2.0 |
Value Analysis
The Core i5-3335S launched at $225 MSRP, while the Xeon W3580 debuted at $294. At current prices ($30 vs $30), the Xeon W3580 is $0 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i5-3335S delivers 122.4 pts/$ vs 121.3 pts/$ for the Xeon W3580 — making the Core i5-3335S the 0.9% better value option.
| Feature | Core i5-3335S | Xeon W3580 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $225-23% | $294 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $30 | $30 |
| Performance per Dollar | 122.4 | 121.3 |
| Release Date | 2012 | 2009 |
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