Core i5-7440EQ vs Xeon E3-1220 v5

Core i5-7440EQ

4 Cores4 Thrd45 WWMax: 2.9 GHz2017

Xeon E3-1220 v5

4 Cores4 Thrd80 WWMax: 3.5 GHz2015

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Core i5-7440EQ

4 / 4

5,711

0.0%

5,713

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 i5-7440EQ is positioned at rank 729 and the Xeon E3-1220 v5 is on rank 513, so the Xeon E3-1220 v5 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 i5-7440EQ

Ryzen 9 7950X

MSRP: $194|Avg: $20

13648%

Core i9-10900T

MSRP: $120|Avg: $5

12896%

Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE

MSRP: $423|Avg: $5

9363%

Ryzen Threadripper 3960X

MSRP: $1399|Avg: $85

2821%

Ryzen 9 9950X

MSRP: $649|Avg: $129

2234%

Ryzen 5 8400F

MSRP: $303|Avg: $55

1955%

Ryzen 7 PRO 2700

MSRP: $299|Avg: $60

1120%

Ryzen 5 2600X

MSRP: $229|Avg: $55

1105%

Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G

MSRP: $150|Avg: $60

1006%

#10

Core Ultra 5 245KF

MSRP: $294|Avg: $189

1006%

#11

Ryzen 5 5500

MSRP: $159|Avg: $85

995%

#12

Ryzen 5 3600

MSRP: $199|Avg: $80

968%

#13

Core i3-9100E

MSRP: $202|Avg: $30

954%

#14

Core Ultra 5 245K

MSRP: $319|Avg: $200

950%

#15

Core i3-8300T

MSRP: $138|Avg: $25

942%

#392

Celeron G4920

MSRP: $52|Avg: $115

97%

#729

Core i5-7440EQ

MSRP: $250|Avg: $30

100%

#730

Core i5-3350P

MSRP: $189|Avg: $25

100%

#732

Core i3-4350T

MSRP: $138|Avg: $20

100%

#733

Athlon II X4 641

MSRP: $102|Avg: $102

99%

#734

Athlon II X3 460

MSRP: $87|Avg: $15

99%

#735

Pentium G2100T

MSRP: $75|Avg: $10

99%

#736

Core i5-3330

MSRP: $182|Avg: $21

99%

#737

Core i3-4330T

MSRP: $138|Avg: $15

99%

#738

Pentium E5300

MSRP: $62|Avg: $25

99%

#739

Athlon II X2 215

MSRP: $45|Avg: $10

98%

#740

Core i7-4790S

MSRP: $312|Avg: $60

98%

#741

Pentium G2020T

MSRP: $64|Avg: $69

98%

#742

FX-6100

MSRP: $165|Avg: $25

98%

#743

Core i7-4771

MSRP: $320|Avg: $78

98%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Xeon E3-1220 v5

Xeon Platinum 8454H

MSRP: $6540|Avg: N/A

7385%

Xeon Gold 6240R

MSRP: $2444|Avg: N/A

1394%

#10

Xeon 6337P

MSRP: $60|Avg: $5

1239%

#15

EPYC 9174F

MSRP: $194|Avg: $30

957%

#316

Xeon Gold 6416H

MSRP: $1845|Avg: N/A

100%

#318

EPYC 7343

MSRP: $1565|Avg: $1350

99%

#319

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5965WX

MSRP: $2399|Avg: $225

99%

#320

EPYC 7413

MSRP: $1825|Avg: $450

99%

#321

Xeon W-3335

MSRP: $1430|Avg: $1200

98%

#322

EPYC 9354P

MSRP: $2730|Avg: $2205

97%

#323

EPYC 9224

MSRP: $1825|Avg: $1199

95%

#513

Xeon E3-1220 v5

MSRP: $203|Avg: $100

100%

#514

Xeon X5690

MSRP: $250|Avg: $250

100%

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 i5-7440EQ (2017) utilizes 14 nm technology and DDR3L-1600, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Core i5-7440EQ	Xeon E3-1220 v5
Gaming	❌ Lower gaming performance	✅ Superior gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	✅ More affordable ($30)	⚠️ Higher cost ($100)
Longevity	✨ Modern (Kaby Lake (2016−2019) / 14 nm)	🛑 Legacy (Skylake-DT (2015) / 14 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Xeon E3-1220 v5 (2015) relies on 14 nm technology and DDR4-1866/2133, DDR3L-1333/1600, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Core i5-7440EQ	Xeon E3-1220 v5
Cost Efficiency	✅ Better overall value (+233%)	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅ More affordable ($30)	⚠️ Higher cost ($100)

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 i5-7440EQ Benchmark Check

Xeon E3-1220 v5 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core i5-7440EQ and Xeon E3-1220 v5

Core i5-7440EQ

The Core i5-7440EQ is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 3 January 2017 (8 years ago). It is based on the Kaby Lake (2016−2019) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Max frequency: 2.9 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB. L2 cache: 1 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Thermal design power (TDP): 45 Watt. Memory support: DDR3L-1600. Passmark benchmark score: 5,711 points. Launch price was $250.

Xeon E3-1220 v5

The Xeon E3-1220 v5 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 19 October 2015 (10 years ago). It is based on the Skylake-DT (2015) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3 GHz, with boost up to 3.5 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1151. Thermal design power (TDP): 80 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-1866/2133, DDR3L-1333/1600. Passmark benchmark score: 5,713 points. Launch price was $203.

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Processing Power

Both the Core i5-7440EQ and Xeon E3-1220 v5 share an identical 4-core/4-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 2.9 GHz on the Core i5-7440EQ versus 3.5 GHz on the Xeon E3-1220 v5 — a 18.8% clock advantage for the Xeon E3-1220 v5. The Core i5-7440EQ uses the Kaby Lake (2016−2019) architecture (14 nm), while the Xeon E3-1220 v5 uses Skylake-DT (2015) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Core i5-7440EQ scores 5,711 against the Xeon E3-1220 v5's 5,713 — a 0% lead for the Xeon E3-1220 v5. L3 cache: 6 MB on the Core i5-7440EQ vs 8 MB (total) on the Xeon E3-1220 v5.

Feature	Core i5-7440EQ	Xeon E3-1220 v5
Cores / Threads	4 / 4	4 / 4
Boost Clock	2.9 GHz	3.5 GHz+21%
Base Clock	—	3 GHz
L3 Cache	6 MB	8 MB (total)+33%
L2 Cache	1 MB+300%	256 kB (per core)
Process	14 nm	14 nm
Architecture	Kaby Lake (2016−2019)	Skylake-DT (2015)
PassMark	5,711	5,713
Geekbench 6 Single	892	—
Geekbench 6 Multi	2,937	—

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Advanced Features

Virtualization: VT-x, VT-d (Core i5-7440EQ) / not specified (Xeon E3-1220 v5). The Core i5-7440EQ includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics 630), while the Xeon E3-1220 v5 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i5-7440EQ targets Budget. Direct competitor: Core i5-7440EQ rivals Ryzen Embedded V1605B.

Feature	Core i5-7440EQ	Xeon E3-1220 v5
Integrated GPU	Yes	—
IGPU Model	HD Graphics 630	—
Unlocked	No	—
AVX-512	No	—
Virtualization	VT-x, VT-d	—
Target Use	Budget	—

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Value Analysis

The Core i5-7440EQ launched at $250 MSRP, while the Xeon E3-1220 v5 debuted at $203. At current prices ($30 vs $100), the Core i5-7440EQ is $70 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i5-7440EQ delivers 190.4 pts/$ vs 57.1 pts/$ for the Xeon E3-1220 v5 — making the Core i5-7440EQ the 107.7% better value option.