Core m3-8100Y vs Xeon X5482

Core m3-8100Y

2 Cores4 Thrd512 WWMax: 3.4 GHz2018

Xeon X5482

4 Cores4 Thrd150 WWMax: 3.2 GHz2007

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Core m3-8100Y

2 / 4

2,767

+0.4%

2,755

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 m3-8100Y is positioned at rank 383 and the Xeon X5482 is on rank 752, so the Core m3-8100Y 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 m3-8100Y

#119

Ryzen 7 PRO 250

MSRP: $400|Avg: $380

98%

#371

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

530%

#372

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

522%

#373

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

480%

#374

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

477%

#375

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

473%

#377

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

457%

#378

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

438%

#379

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

437%

#380

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

426%

#383

Core m3-8100Y

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#391

Core i5-1145GRE

MSRP: $362|Avg: N/A

99%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Xeon X5482

Xeon Platinum 8454H

MSRP: $6540|Avg: N/A

15081%

Xeon Gold 6240R

MSRP: $2444|Avg: N/A

2848%

#10

Xeon 6337P

MSRP: $60|Avg: $5

2530%

#15

EPYC 9174F

MSRP: $194|Avg: $30

1954%

#435

Xeon Gold 6354

MSRP: $2878|Avg: $2898

99%

#436

Xeon Gold 5218T

MSRP: $1572|Avg: $1349

99%

#437

Xeon 6960P

MSRP: $9625|Avg: $9625

98%

#438

EPYC 9555

MSRP: $9826|Avg: $7973

98%

#439

Xeon Gold 6338

MSRP: $2990|Avg: $1604

98%

#440

Xeon Gold 6538N

MSRP: $3351|Avg: $170

97%

#441

EPYC 7F52

MSRP: $3100|Avg: $1826

97%

#442

EPYC 7542

MSRP: $3400|Avg: $899

97%

#752

Xeon X5482

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#758

Xeon E3-1281 v3

MSRP: $555|Avg: $636

99%

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 m3-8100Y (2018) utilizes 14 nm technology and DDR3, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Core m3-8100Y	Xeon X5482
Gaming	❌ Lower gaming performance	✅ Superior gaming performance
Workstation	✅ Better multi-core power	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks
Price	Equivalent pricing	Equivalent pricing
Longevity	✨ Modern (Amber Lake-Y (2018−2021) / 14 nm)	🛑 Legacy (Harpertown (2007−2008) / 45 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Xeon X5482 (2007) relies on 45 nm technology and **DDR2, DDR3 Depends on motherboard**, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Core m3-8100Y	Xeon X5482
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 m3-8100Y Benchmark Check

Xeon X5482 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core m3-8100Y and Xeon X5482

Core m3-8100Y

The Core m3-8100Y is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 30 August 2018 (7 years ago). It is based on the Amber Lake-Y (2018−2021) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.1 GHz, with boost up to 3.4 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1515. Thermal design power (TDP): 5 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 2,767 points. Launch price was $281.

Xeon X5482

The Xeon X5482 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 11 November 2007 (18 years ago). It is based on the Harpertown (2007−2008) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.2 GHz, with boost up to 3.2 GHz. L3 cache: 12 MB L2 Cache. L2 cache: 6 MB (total). Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: LGA771. Thermal design power (TDP): 150 Watt. Memory support: DDR2, DDR3 Depends on motherboard. Passmark benchmark score: 2,755 points. Launch price was $1,279.

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Processing Power

The Core m3-8100Y packs 2 cores / 4 threads, while the Xeon X5482 offers 4 cores / 4 threads — the Xeon X5482 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.4 GHz on the Core m3-8100Y versus 3.2 GHz on the Xeon X5482 — a 6.1% clock advantage for the Core m3-8100Y (base: 1.1 GHz vs 3.2 GHz). The Core m3-8100Y uses the Amber Lake-Y (2018−2021) architecture (14 nm), while the Xeon X5482 uses Harpertown (2007−2008) (45 nm). In PassMark, the Core m3-8100Y scores 2,767 against the Xeon X5482's 2,755 — a 0.4% lead for the Core m3-8100Y. L3 cache: 4 MB on the Core m3-8100Y vs 12 MB L2 Cache on the Xeon X5482.

Feature	Core m3-8100Y	Xeon X5482
Cores / Threads	2 / 4	4 / 4+100%
Boost Clock	3.4 GHz+6%	3.2 GHz
Base Clock	1.1 GHz	3.2 GHz+191%
L3 Cache	4 MB	12 MB L2 Cache+200%
L2 Cache	512 kB	6 MB (total)+1100%
Process	14 nm-69%	45 nm
Architecture	Amber Lake-Y (2018−2021)	Harpertown (2007−2008)
PassMark	2,767	2,755

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Memory & Platform

The Core m3-8100Y uses the FCBGA1515 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Xeon X5482 uses LGA771 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.