CPU
GPU
Core i5-4670R
Xeon E3-1220 v3
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 i5-4670R is positioned at rank 719 and the Xeon E3-1220 v3 is on rank 548, so the Xeon E3-1220 v3 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Core i5-4670R
Performance Per Dollar Xeon E3-1220 v3
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i5-4670R | Xeon E3-1220 v3 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($29) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($89) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Haswell (2013−2015) / 22 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Haswell-WS (2013−2014) / 22 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i5-4670R | Xeon E3-1220 v3 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+210%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($29) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($89) |
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 i5-4670R and Xeon E3-1220 v3
Core i5-4670R
The Core i5-4670R is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2 June 2013 (12 years ago). It is based on the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3 GHz, with boost up to 3.7 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1364. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 5,233 points. Launch price was $149.
Xeon E3-1220 v3
The Xeon E3-1220 v3 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2 June 2013 (12 years ago). It is based on the Haswell-WS (2013−2014) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.1 GHz, with boost up to 3.5 GHz. L3 cache: 8192 kB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1150. Thermal design power (TDP): 80 Watt. Memory support: DDR3, DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 5,178 points. Launch price was $239.
Processing Power
Both the Core i5-4670R and Xeon E3-1220 v3 share an identical 4-core/4-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 3.7 GHz on the Core i5-4670R versus 3.5 GHz on the Xeon E3-1220 v3 — a 5.6% clock advantage for the Core i5-4670R (base: 3 GHz vs 3.1 GHz). The Core i5-4670R uses the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture (22 nm), while the Xeon E3-1220 v3 uses Haswell-WS (2013−2014) (22 nm). In PassMark, the Core i5-4670R scores 5,233 against the Xeon E3-1220 v3's 5,178 — a 1.1% lead for the Core i5-4670R. L3 cache: 4 MB (total) on the Core i5-4670R vs 8192 kB (total) on the Xeon E3-1220 v3.
| Feature | Core i5-4670R | Xeon E3-1220 v3 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 4 | 4 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 3.7 GHz+6% | 3.5 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3 GHz | 3.1 GHz+3% |
| L3 Cache | 4 MB (total) | 8192 kB (total)+100% |
| L2 Cache | 256K (per core) | 256 kB (per core) |
| Process | 22 nm | 22 nm |
| Architecture | Haswell (2013−2015) | Haswell-WS (2013−2014) |
| PassMark | 5,233+1% | 5,178 |
Memory & Platform
The Core i5-4670R uses the BGA1364 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Xeon E3-1220 v3 uses LGA1150 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Core i5-4670R | Xeon E3-1220 v3 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | BGA1364 | LGA1150 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
Value Analysis
The Core i5-4670R launched at $224 MSRP, while the Xeon E3-1220 v3 debuted at $203. At current prices ($29 vs $89), the Core i5-4670R is $60 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i5-4670R delivers 180.4 pts/$ vs 58.2 pts/$ for the Xeon E3-1220 v3 — making the Core i5-4670R the 102.5% better value option.
| Feature | Core i5-4670R | Xeon E3-1220 v3 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $224 | $203-9% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $29-67% | $89 |
| Performance per Dollar | 180.4+210% | 58.2 |
| Release Date | 2013 | 2013 |
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