Core i7-4770K vs Xeon E3-1241 v3
Core i7-4770K
Xeon E3-1241 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 i7-4770K is positioned at rank 770 and the Xeon E3-1241 v3 is on rank 535, so the Xeon E3-1241 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 i7-4770K
Performance Per Dollar Xeon E3-1241 v3
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i7-4770K | Xeon E3-1241 v3 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | Balanced gaming performance | Balanced gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($100) | ✅ More affordable ($27) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Haswell (2013−2015) / 22 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Haswell-WS (2013−2014) / 22 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i7-4770K | Xeon E3-1241 v3 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+272%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($100) | ✅ More affordable ($27) |
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 i7-4770K and Xeon E3-1241 v3
Core i7-4770K
The Core i7-4770K 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 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.5 GHz, with boost up to 3.9 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1150. Thermal design power (TDP): 84 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 7,141 points. Launch price was $399.
Xeon E3-1241 v3
The Xeon E3-1241 v3 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 11 May 2014 (11 years ago). It is based on the Haswell-WS (2013−2014) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.5 GHz, with boost up to 3.9 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1150. Thermal design power (TDP): 80 Watt. Memory support: DDR3L-1333, DDR3L-1600. Passmark benchmark score: 7,169 points. Launch price was $273.
Processing Power
Both the Core i7-4770K and Xeon E3-1241 v3 share an identical 4-core/8-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 3.9 GHz on the Core i7-4770K versus 3.9 GHz on the Xeon E3-1241 v3 — identical boost frequencies (base: 3.5 GHz vs 3.5 GHz). The Core i7-4770K uses the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture (22 nm), while the Xeon E3-1241 v3 uses Haswell-WS (2013−2014) (22 nm). In PassMark, the Core i7-4770K scores 7,141 against the Xeon E3-1241 v3's 7,169 — a 0.4% lead for the Xeon E3-1241 v3. Both processors carry 8 MB (total) of L3 cache.
| Feature | Core i7-4770K | Xeon E3-1241 v3 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 8 | 4 / 8 |
| Boost Clock | 3.9 GHz | 3.9 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.5 GHz | 3.5 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 8 MB (total) | 8 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 256K (per core) | 256K (per core) |
| Process | 22 nm | 22 nm |
| Architecture | Haswell (2013−2015) | Haswell-WS (2013−2014) |
| PassMark | 7,141 | 7,169 |
Memory & Platform
Both processors use the LGA1150 socket with PCIe 3.0.
| Feature | Core i7-4770K | Xeon E3-1241 v3 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1150 | LGA1150 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
Value Analysis
The Core i7-4770K launched at $339 MSRP, while the Xeon E3-1241 v3 debuted at $273. At current prices ($100 vs $27), the Xeon E3-1241 v3 is $73 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i7-4770K delivers 71.4 pts/$ vs 265.5 pts/$ for the Xeon E3-1241 v3 — making the Xeon E3-1241 v3 the 115.2% better value option.
| Feature | Core i7-4770K | Xeon E3-1241 v3 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $339 | $273-19% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $100 | $27-73% |
| Performance per Dollar | 71.4 | 265.5+272% |
| Release Date | 2013 | 2014 |
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