Core i5-8250U vs Xeon E5-2430L v2

Core i5-8250U

4 Cores8 Thrd15 WWMax: 3.4 GHz2017

Xeon E5-2430L v2

6 Cores12 Thrd60 WWMax: 2.8 GHz2014

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Core i5-8250U

4 / 8

6,158

0.0%

6,190

+0.5%

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 i5-8250U is positioned at rank 860 and the Xeon E5-2430L v2 is on rank 467, so the Xeon E5-2430L v2 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 i5-8250U

#848

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

1415%

#849

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

1395%

#850

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

1280%

#851

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

1274%

#852

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

1263%

#854

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

1219%

#855

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

1169%

#856

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

1167%

#857

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

1136%

#860

Core i5-8250U

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#863

Pentium Dual Core T2390

MSRP: $86|Avg: $5

99%

#867

Core i7-1160G7

MSRP: $426|Avg: N/A

99%

#873

Celeron M 540

MSRP: $86|Avg: $20

98%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Xeon E5-2430L v2

Xeon Platinum 8454H

MSRP: $6540|Avg: N/A

6715%

Xeon Gold 6240R

MSRP: $2444|Avg: N/A

1268%

#10

Xeon 6337P

MSRP: $60|Avg: $5

1126%

#15

EPYC 9174F

MSRP: $194|Avg: $30

870%

#297

EPYC 7453

MSRP: $1570|Avg: $1253

100%

#298

Xeon Gold 5418Y

MSRP: $1483|Avg: N/A

99%

#299

Xeon w5-3425

MSRP: $1189|Avg: $1189

98%

#300

EPYC 9255

MSRP: $2495|Avg: $1934

98%

#301

EPYC 8324P

MSRP: $1895|Avg: $3598

97%

#302

Xeon Gold 6414U

MSRP: $2296|Avg: $283

97%

#303

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX

MSRP: $2495|Avg: $2495

97%

#304

EPYC 7352

MSRP: $1350|Avg: $725

97%

#467

Xeon E5-2430L v2

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#469

Xeon X5670

MSRP: $67|Avg: $30

100%

#470

Xeon E7340

MSRP: $213|Avg: $132

99%

#471

Xeon E3-1275 v6

MSRP: $499|Avg: $142

99%

#473

Pentium D1508

MSRP: $106|Avg: $106

99%

#476

Xeon E-2104G

MSRP: $193|Avg: $109

98%

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 i5-8250U (2017) utilizes 14 nm technology and DDR4-2400, LPDDR3-2133, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Core i5-8250U	Xeon E5-2430L v2
Gaming	✅ Superior gaming performance	❌ Lower gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	Equivalent pricing	Equivalent pricing
Longevity	✨ Modern (Kaby Lake Refresh (2017−2019) / 14 nm)	🛑 Legacy (Legacy / 22 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Xeon E5-2430L v2 (2014) relies on 22 nm technology and DDR3-800, DDR3-1066, DDR3-1333, DDR3-1600, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Core i5-8250U	Xeon E5-2430L v2
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 i5-8250U Benchmark Check

Xeon E5-2430L v2 Benchmark Check

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core i5-8250U and Xeon E5-2430L v2

Core i5-8250U

The Core i5-8250U is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 21 August 2017 (8 years ago). It is based on the Kaby Lake Refresh (2017−2019) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 1.6 GHz, with boost up to 3.4 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1356. Thermal design power (TDP): 15 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2400, LPDDR3-2133. Passmark benchmark score: 6,158 points. Launch price was $297.

Xeon E5-2430L v2

The Xeon E5-2430L v2 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2015-01-01. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 2.4 GHz, with boost up to 2.8 GHz. L3 cache: 15 MB Intel® Smart Cache. Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1356. Thermal design power (TDP): 60 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-800, DDR3-1066, DDR3-1333, DDR3-1600. Passmark benchmark score: 6,190 points. Launch price was $800.

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Processing Power

The Core i5-8250U packs 4 cores / 8 threads, while the Xeon E5-2430L v2 offers 6 cores / 12 threads — the Xeon E5-2430L v2 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.4 GHz on the Core i5-8250U versus 2.8 GHz on the Xeon E5-2430L v2 — a 19.4% clock advantage for the Core i5-8250U (base: 1.6 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The Core i5-8250U is built on the Kaby Lake Refresh (2017−2019) architecture. In PassMark, the Core i5-8250U scores 6,158 against the Xeon E5-2430L v2's 6,190 — a 0.5% lead for the Xeon E5-2430L v2. L3 cache: 6 MB (total) on the Core i5-8250U vs 15 MB Intel® Smart Cache on the Xeon E5-2430L v2.

Feature	Core i5-8250U	Xeon E5-2430L v2
Cores / Threads	4 / 8	6 / 12+50%
Boost Clock	3.4 GHz+21%	2.8 GHz
Base Clock	1.6 GHz	2.4 GHz+50%
L3 Cache	6 MB (total)	15 MB Intel® Smart Cache+150%
L2 Cache	256K (per core)	—
Process	14 nm-36%	22 nm
Architecture	Kaby Lake Refresh (2017−2019)	—
PassMark	6,158	6,190
Geekbench 6 Single	1,127	—

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Memory & Platform

The Core i5-8250U uses the BGA1356 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Xeon E5-2430L v2 uses LGA1356 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.

Feature	Core i5-8250U	Xeon E5-2430L v2
Socket	BGA1356	LGA1356
PCIe Generation	PCIe 3.0	PCIe 3.0
Max RAM Speed	DDR4-2400	—
Max RAM Capacity	32 GB	—
RAM Channels	2	—
ECC Support	❌	—
PCIe Lanes	12	—

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Advanced Features

Virtualization: VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Core i5-8250U) / not specified (Xeon E5-2430L v2). The Core i5-8250U includes integrated graphics (UHD Graphics 620), while the Xeon E5-2430L v2 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i5-8250U targets Mainstream Laptop. Direct competitor: Core i5-8250U rivals Ryzen 5 2500U.