Core i5-4258U vs 3015e

Core i5-4258U

2 Cores4 Thrd512 WWMax: 2.9 GHz2013

3015e

2 Cores4 Thrd1 WWMax: 2.3 GHz2020

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Core i5-4258U

2 / 4

2,610

0.0%

2,618

+0.3%

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7955WX

Ryzen Threadripper 3990X

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 i5-4258U is positioned at rank 161 and the 3015e is on rank 416, so the Core i5-4258U 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 i5-4258U

#148

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

337%

#149

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

332%

#150

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

305%

#151

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

304%

#152

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

301%

#154

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

291%

#155

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

279%

#156

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

278%

#157

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

271%

#161

Core i5-4258U

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#172

Celeron N3060

MSRP: $107|Avg: N/A

97%

#175

Core 2 Duo T9300

MSRP: $316|Avg: $20

96%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar 3015e

#125

Core i7-13700H

MSRP: $502|Avg: N/A

99%

#404

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

560%

#405

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

552%

#406

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

507%

#407

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

505%

#408

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

500%

#410

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

483%

#411

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

463%

#412

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

462%

#413

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

450%

#416

3015e

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#421

Core i5-9400H

MSRP: $182|Avg: N/A

99%

#426

Celeron 2981U

MSRP: $137|Avg: N/A

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 3015e (2020) utilizes 14 nm technology and DDR4, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Core i5-4258U	3015e
Gaming	✅ Superior gaming performance	❌ Lower gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	Equivalent pricing	Equivalent pricing
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Haswell (2013−2015) / 22 nm)	✨ Modern (Pollock (Zen) (2020) / 14 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Core i5-4258U (2013) relies on 22 nm technology and DDR3, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Core i5-4258U	3015e
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 i5-4258U Benchmark Check

3015e Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core i5-4258U and 3015e

Core i5-4258U

The Core i5-4258U is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 4 June 2013 (12 years ago). It is based on the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.4 GHz, with boost up to 2.9 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1168. Thermal design power (TDP): 28 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 2,610 points. Launch price was $342.

3015e

The 3015e is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2014-01-01. It is based on the Pollock (Zen) (2020) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.2 GHz, with boost up to 2.3 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB. L2 cache: 1 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: FT5. Thermal design power (TDP): 1 MB + 4 MB. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 2,618 points. Launch price was $50.

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Processing Power

Both the Core i5-4258U and 3015e share an identical 2-core/4-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 2.9 GHz on the Core i5-4258U versus 2.3 GHz on the 3015e — a 23.1% clock advantage for the Core i5-4258U (base: 2.4 GHz vs 1.2 GHz). The Core i5-4258U uses the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture (22 nm), while the 3015e uses Pollock (Zen) (2020) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Core i5-4258U scores 2,610 against the 3015e's 2,618 — a 0.3% lead for the 3015e. L3 cache: 3 MB (total) on the Core i5-4258U vs 4 MB on the 3015e.

Feature	Core i5-4258U	3015e
Cores / Threads	2 / 4	2 / 4
Boost Clock	2.9 GHz+26%	2.3 GHz
Base Clock	2.4 GHz+100%	1.2 GHz
L3 Cache	3 MB (total)	4 MB+33%
L2 Cache	256K (per core)	1 MB+300%
Process	22 nm	14 nm-36%
Architecture	Haswell (2013−2015)	Pollock (Zen) (2020)
PassMark	2,610	2,618

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Memory & Platform

The Core i5-4258U uses the FCBGA1168 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the 3015e uses FT5 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.

Feature	Core i5-4258U	3015e
Socket	FCBGA1168	FT5
PCIe Generation	PCIe 3.0	PCIe 3.0
Max RAM Speed	—	1600
Max RAM Capacity	—	16
RAM Channels	—	1
ECC Support	—	❌
PCIe Lanes	—	8

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Advanced Features

Virtualization: not specified (Core i5-4258U) / true (3015e). The 3015e includes integrated graphics (Vega 3), while the Core i5-4258U requires a dedicated GPU. Direct competitor: 3015e rivals Celeron N4120.