Core i7-4770R vs Xeon E5-2623 v3
Core i7-4770R
Xeon E5-2623 v3
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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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 i7-4770R is positioned at rank 833 and the Xeon E5-2623 v3 is on rank 719, so the Xeon E5-2623 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 i7-4770R
Performance Per Dollar Xeon E5-2623 v3
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i7-4770R | Xeon E5-2623 v3 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($89) | ✅ More affordable ($50) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Haswell (2013−2015) / 22 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Haswell-EP (2014−2015) / 22 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i7-4770R | Xeon E5-2623 v3 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+80%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($89) | ✅ 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 i7-4770R and Xeon E5-2623 v3
Core i7-4770R
The Core i7-4770R 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 3.2 GHz, with boost up to 3.9 GHz. L3 cache: 6 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: 6,561 points. Launch price was $149.
Xeon E5-2623 v3
The Xeon E5-2623 v3 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2015-01-01. It is based on the Haswell-EP (2014−2015) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3 GHz, with boost up to 3.5 GHz. L3 cache: 10 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA2011. Thermal design power (TDP): 105 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-1600, DDR4-1866. Passmark benchmark score: 6,652 points. Launch price was $800.
Processing Power
Both the Core i7-4770R and Xeon E5-2623 v3 share an identical 4-core/8-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 3.9 GHz on the Core i7-4770R versus 3.5 GHz on the Xeon E5-2623 v3 — a 10.8% clock advantage for the Core i7-4770R (base: 3.2 GHz vs 3 GHz). The Core i7-4770R uses the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture (22 nm), while the Xeon E5-2623 v3 uses Haswell-EP (2014−2015) (22 nm). In PassMark, the Core i7-4770R scores 6,561 against the Xeon E5-2623 v3's 6,652 — a 1.4% lead for the Xeon E5-2623 v3. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 1,163 vs 899, a 25.6% lead for the Core i7-4770R that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 3,204 vs 3,683 (13.9% advantage for the Xeon E5-2623 v3). L3 cache: 6 MB (total) on the Core i7-4770R vs 10 MB (total) on the Xeon E5-2623 v3.
| Feature | Core i7-4770R | Xeon E5-2623 v3 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 8 | 4 / 8 |
| Boost Clock | 3.9 GHz+11% | 3.5 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.2 GHz+7% | 3 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 6 MB (total) | 10 MB (total)+67% |
| L2 Cache | 256K (per core) | 256K (per core) |
| Process | 22 nm | 22 nm |
| Architecture | Haswell (2013−2015) | Haswell-EP (2014−2015) |
| PassMark | 6,561 | 6,652+1% |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 1,163+29% | 899 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 3,204 | 3,683+15% |
Memory & Platform
The Core i7-4770R uses the BGA1364 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Xeon E5-2623 v3 uses LGA2011 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3L-1600 on the Core i7-4770R versus DDR4-1866 on the Xeon E5-2623 v3 — the Xeon E5-2623 v3 supports 28.6% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Xeon E5-2623 v3 supports up to 768 GB of RAM compared to 32 GB — 184% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 2 (Core i7-4770R) vs 4 (Xeon E5-2623 v3). PCIe lanes: 16 (Core i7-4770R) vs 40 (Xeon E5-2623 v3) — the Xeon E5-2623 v3 offers 24 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: H81,B85,H87,Z87,Z97 (Core i7-4770R) and C612,X99 (Xeon E5-2623 v3).
| Feature | Core i7-4770R | Xeon E5-2623 v3 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | BGA1364 | LGA2011 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3L-1600 | DDR4-1866+33% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 32 GB | 768 GB+2300% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 4+100% |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | 40+150% |
Advanced Features
Both support Yes virtualization. The Core i7-4770R includes integrated graphics (Iris Pro Graphics 5200), while the Xeon E5-2623 v3 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Xeon E5-2623 v3 targets Server.
| Feature | Core i7-4770R | Xeon E5-2623 v3 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | No |
| IGPU Model | Iris Pro Graphics 5200 | — |
| Unlocked | — | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | Yes | Yes |
| Target Use | — | Server |
Value Analysis
The Core i7-4770R launched at $360 MSRP, while the Xeon E5-2623 v3 debuted at $444. At current prices ($89 vs $50), the Xeon E5-2623 v3 is $39 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i7-4770R delivers 73.7 pts/$ vs 133.0 pts/$ for the Xeon E5-2623 v3 — making the Xeon E5-2623 v3 the 57.4% better value option.
| Feature | Core i7-4770R | Xeon E5-2623 v3 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $360-19% | $444 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $89 | $50-44% |
| Performance per Dollar | 73.7 | 133.0+80% |
| Release Date | 2013 | 2014 |
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