CPU
GPU
Core i7-3770
Xeon E5-4610
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 i7-3770 is positioned at rank 752 and the Xeon E5-4610 is on rank 983, so the Core i7-3770 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Core i7-3770
Performance Per Dollar Xeon E5-4610
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i7-3770 | Xeon E5-4610 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($60) | ✅ More affordable ($50) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) / 22 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Sandy Bridge-EP (2012) / 32 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i7-3770 | Xeon E5-4610 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+21%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($60) | ✅ More affordable ($50) |
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 i7-3770 and Xeon E5-4610
Core i7-3770
The Core i7-3770 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 29 April 2012 (13 years ago). It is based on the Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.4 GHz, with boost up to 3.9 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1155. Thermal design power (TDP): 77 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 6,419 points. Launch price was $294.
Xeon E5-4610
The Xeon E5-4610 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2015-01-01. It is based on the Sandy Bridge-EP (2012) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 2.4 GHz, with boost up to 2.9 GHz. L3 cache: 15 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: LGA2011. Thermal design power (TDP): 95 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 6,460 points. Launch price was $800.
Processing Power
The Core i7-3770 packs 4 cores / 8 threads, while the Xeon E5-4610 offers 6 cores / 12 threads — the Xeon E5-4610 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.9 GHz on the Core i7-3770 versus 2.9 GHz on the Xeon E5-4610 — a 29.4% clock advantage for the Core i7-3770 (base: 3.4 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The Core i7-3770 uses the Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) architecture (22 nm), while the Xeon E5-4610 uses Sandy Bridge-EP (2012) (32 nm). In PassMark, the Core i7-3770 scores 6,419 against the Xeon E5-4610's 6,460 — a 0.6% lead for the Xeon E5-4610. L3 cache: 8 MB (total) on the Core i7-3770 vs 15 MB (total) on the Xeon E5-4610.
| Feature | Core i7-3770 | Xeon E5-4610 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 8 | 6 / 12+50% |
| Boost Clock | 3.9 GHz+34% | 2.9 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.4 GHz+42% | 2.4 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 8 MB (total) | 15 MB (total)+88% |
| L2 Cache | 256 kB (per core) | 256 kB (per core) |
| Process | 22 nm-31% | 32 nm |
| Architecture | Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) | Sandy Bridge-EP (2012) |
| PassMark | 6,419 | 6,460 |
Memory & Platform
The Core i7-3770 uses the LGA1155 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Xeon E5-4610 uses LGA2011 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Core i7-3770 | Xeon E5-4610 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1155 | LGA2011 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0+50% | PCIe 2.0 |
Value Analysis
The Core i7-3770 launched at $294 MSRP, while the Xeon E5-4610 debuted at $1219. At current prices ($60 vs $50), the Xeon E5-4610 is $10 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i7-3770 delivers 107.0 pts/$ vs 129.2 pts/$ for the Xeon E5-4610 — making the Xeon E5-4610 the 18.8% better value option.
| Feature | Core i7-3770 | Xeon E5-4610 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $294-76% | $1219 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $60 | $50-17% |
| Performance per Dollar | 107.0 | 129.2+21% |
| Release Date | 2012 | 2012 |
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