E2-3800 vs Core i5-2537M
E2-3800
Core i5-2537M
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 E2-3800 is positioned at rank 1047 and the Core i5-2537M is on rank 1217, so the E2-3800 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar E2-3800
Performance Per Dollar Core i5-2537M
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | E2-3800 | Core i5-2537M |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($20) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($250) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Kabini (2013−2014) / 28 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) / 32 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | E2-3800 | Core i5-2537M |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+1141%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($20) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($250) |
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 E2-3800 and Core i5-2537M
E2-3800
The E2-3800 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2014-01-01. It is based on the Kabini (2013−2014) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Max frequency: 1.3 GHz. L2 cache: 2048 kB. Built on 28 nm process technology. Socket: FT3. Thermal design power (TDP): 15 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-1600. Passmark benchmark score: 1,136 points. Launch price was $50.
Core i5-2537M
The Core i5-2537M is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 February 2011 (14 years ago). It is based on the Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.4 GHz, with boost up to 2.3 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1023. Thermal design power (TDP): 17 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,144 points. Launch price was $250.
Processing Power
The E2-3800 packs 4 cores / 4 threads, while the Core i5-2537M offers 2 cores / 4 threads — the E2-3800 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 1.3 GHz on the E2-3800 versus 2.3 GHz on the Core i5-2537M — a 55.6% clock advantage for the Core i5-2537M. The E2-3800 uses the Kabini (2013−2014) architecture (28 nm), while the Core i5-2537M uses Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) (32 nm). In PassMark, the E2-3800 scores 1,136 against the Core i5-2537M's 1,144 — a 0.7% lead for the Core i5-2537M. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 136 vs 427, a 103.4% lead for the Core i5-2537M that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 389 vs 717 (59.3% advantage for the Core i5-2537M).
| Feature | E2-3800 | Core i5-2537M |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 4+100% | 2 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 1.3 GHz | 2.3 GHz+77% |
| Base Clock | — | 1.4 GHz |
| L3 Cache | — | 3 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 2048 kB+700% | 256K (per core) |
| Process | 28 nm-13% | 32 nm |
| Architecture | Kabini (2013−2014) | Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) |
| PassMark | 1,136 | 1,144 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 136 | 427+214% |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 389 | 717+84% |
Memory & Platform
The E2-3800 uses the FT3 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Core i5-2537M uses BGA1023 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3-1600 on the E2-3800 versus 1333 on the Core i5-2537M — the Core i5-2537M supports 199.1% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. Both support up to 16 GB of RAM. Memory channels: 1 (E2-3800) vs 2 (Core i5-2537M). PCIe lanes: 4 (E2-3800) vs 16 (Core i5-2537M) — the Core i5-2537M offers 12 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: SoC (E2-3800) and HM65,HM67,QM67,QS57,QS67,UM67 (Core i5-2537M).
| Feature | E2-3800 | Core i5-2537M |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FT3 | BGA1023 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 2.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1600 | 1333+44333% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 16 GB+104857500% | 16 |
| RAM Channels | 1 | 2+100% |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 4 | 16+300% |
Advanced Features
Virtualization support: Yes (E2-3800) vs true (Core i5-2537M). Both include integrated graphics — Radeon HD 8280 (E2-3800) and Intel HD Graphics 3000 (Core i5-2537M) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Direct competitor: Core i5-2537M rivals Core i5-2410M.
| Feature | E2-3800 | Core i5-2537M |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | Radeon HD 8280 | Intel HD Graphics 3000 |
| Unlocked | — | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | Yes | true |
Value Analysis
The E2-3800 launched at $100 MSRP, while the Core i5-2537M debuted at $250.
| Feature | E2-3800 | Core i5-2537M |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $100-60% | $250 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $20 | — |
| Release Date | 2013 | 2011 |
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