Core i5-4210M vs Xeon X5492

Core i5-4210M

2 Cores4 Thrd512 WWMax: 3.2 GHz2014

Xeon X5492

150 WW2008

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Core i5-4210M

2 / 4

2,899

0.0%

2,912

+0.4%

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 i5-4210M is positioned at rank 715 and the Xeon X5492 is on rank 730, so the Core i5-4210M 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 i5-4210M

#703

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

1012%

#704

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

997%

#705

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

915%

#706

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

911%

#707

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

903%

#709

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

872%

#710

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

836%

#711

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

835%

#712

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

812%

#715

Core i5-4210M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#718

Core i3-1315UE

MSRP: $312|Avg: $250

100%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Xeon X5492

Xeon Platinum 8454H

MSRP: $6540|Avg: N/A

14274%

Xeon Gold 6240R

MSRP: $2444|Avg: N/A

2695%

#10

Xeon 6337P

MSRP: $60|Avg: $5

2394%

#15

EPYC 9174F

MSRP: $194|Avg: $30

1850%

#424

Xeon W-2155

MSRP: $1440|Avg: $150

99%

#425

Xeon 6740E

MSRP: $5265|Avg: $3949

99%

#425

Xeon Gold 6348

MSRP: $3583|Avg: $2097

99%

#427

EPYC 7702P

MSRP: $4425|Avg: N/A

99%

#428

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7995WX

MSRP: $9999|Avg: $9879.97

98%

#429

EPYC 7552

MSRP: $4025|Avg: $1650

98%

#431

Xeon Platinum 8360Y

MSRP: $5383|Avg: N/A

98%

#432

Xeon W-3245

MSRP: $2199|Avg: $1200

97%

#730

Xeon X5492

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#731

Xeon Bronze 3106

MSRP: $395|Avg: $395

100%

#735

Xeon L5609

MSRP: $229|Avg: $229

99%

#737

Xeon E3-1245 v3

MSRP: $490|Avg: $490

99%

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 i5-4210M (2014) utilizes 22 nm technology and DDR3, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Core i5-4210M	Xeon X5492
Gaming	❌ Lower gaming performance	✅ Superior gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	Equivalent pricing	Equivalent pricing
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Haswell (2013−2015) / 22 nm)	🛑 Legacy (Legacy / 45 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Xeon X5492 (2008) relies on 45 nm technology and older memory, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Core i5-4210M	Xeon X5492
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	Equivalent pricing	Equivalent pricing

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 i5-4210M Benchmark Check

Xeon X5492 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core i5-4210M and Xeon X5492

Core i5-4210M

The Core i5-4210M is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 14 April 2014 (11 years ago). It is based on the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.6 GHz, with boost up to 3.2 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: PGA946. Thermal design power (TDP): 37 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 2,899 points. Launch price was $225.

Xeon X5492

The Xeon X5492 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2015-01-01. Base frequency: 3.4 GHz. L3 cache: 12 MB L2 Cache. Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: LGA771. Thermal design power (TDP): 150 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 2,912 points. Launch price was $800.

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Processing Power

The Core i5-4210M is built on the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture. In PassMark, the Core i5-4210M scores 2,899 against the Xeon X5492's 2,912 — a 0.4% lead for the Xeon X5492. L3 cache: 3 MB on the Core i5-4210M vs 12 MB L2 Cache on the Xeon X5492.

Feature	Core i5-4210M	Xeon X5492
Cores / Threads	2 / 4	—
Boost Clock	3.2 GHz	—
Base Clock	2.6 GHz	3.4 GHz+31%
L3 Cache	3 MB	12 MB L2 Cache+300%
L2 Cache	512 kB	—
Process	22 nm-51%	45 nm
Architecture	Haswell (2013−2015)	—
PassMark	2,899	2,912
Geekbench 6 Single	959	—

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Memory & Platform

The Core i5-4210M uses the PGA946 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Xeon X5492 uses LGA771 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.

Feature	Core i5-4210M	Xeon X5492
Socket	PGA946	LGA771
PCIe Generation	PCIe 3.0+50%	PCIe 2.0
Max RAM Speed	DDR3L-1600	—
Max RAM Capacity	32 GB	—
RAM Channels	2	—
ECC Support	❌	—
PCIe Lanes	16	—

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Advanced Features

Virtualization: VT-x, EPT (Core i5-4210M) / not specified (Xeon X5492). The Core i5-4210M includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics 4600), while the Xeon X5492 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i5-4210M targets Mainstream Laptop. Direct competitor: Core i5-4210M rivals A10-5750M.