Processor U300 vs Xeon E5-2670

Processor U300

5 Cores6 Thrd15 WWMax: 4.4 GHz2023

Xeon E5-2670

8 Cores16 Thrd115 WWMax: 3.3 GHz2012

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Processor U300

5 / 6

8,897

0.0%

8,901

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 Processor U300 is positioned at rank 488 and the Xeon E5-2670 is on rank 974, so the Processor U300 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 Processor U300

#153

Core i7-1370P

MSRP: $438|Avg: $280

99%

#476

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

636%

#477

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

627%

#478

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

576%

#479

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

573%

#480

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

568%

#482

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

548%

#483

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

526%

#484

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

525%

#485

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

511%

#488

Processor U300

MSRP: $193|Avg: $180

100%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Xeon E5-2670

Xeon Platinum 8454H

MSRP: $6540|Avg: N/A

36206%

Xeon Gold 6240R

MSRP: $2444|Avg: N/A

6836%

#10

Xeon 6337P

MSRP: $60|Avg: $5

6074%

#15

EPYC 9174F

MSRP: $194|Avg: $30

4692%

#535

Xeon W-3245M

MSRP: $5002|Avg: $5002

99%

#536

Xeon W-3265M

MSRP: $6300|Avg: $3500

98%

#974

Xeon E5-2670

MSRP: $1552|Avg: $60

100%

#976

Xeon X3470

MSRP: $589|Avg: $16

99%

#979

Xeon E5-2689

MSRP: $1800|Avg: $18

96%

#980

Xeon E5-2450L

MSRP: $1106|Avg: $78

95%

#981

Xeon X3480

MSRP: $612|Avg: $48

95%

#982

Xeon E5-2687W

MSRP: $1885|Avg: $70

93%

#983

Xeon E5-4610

MSRP: $1219|Avg: $50

92%

#985

Xeon X7550

MSRP: $1500|Avg: $1400

91%

#986

Xeon E7540

MSRP: $1980|Avg: $146

91%

#987

Xeon E7530

MSRP: $1391|Avg: $146

91%

#988

Xeon E5-4627 v4

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $200

90%

#989

Xeon E5-4627 v3

MSRP: $2225|Avg: $200

89%

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 Processor U300 (2023) utilizes 10 nm technology and **DDR4, DDR5 Dual-channel**, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Processor U300	Xeon E5-2670
Gaming	❌ Lower gaming performance	✅ Superior gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	⚠️ Higher cost ($180)	✅ More affordable ($60)
Longevity	✨ Modern (Raptor Lake-U (2023) / 10 nm)	🛑 Legacy (Sandy Bridge-EP (2012) / 32 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Xeon E5-2670 (2012) relies on 32 nm technology and DDR3, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Processor U300	Xeon E5-2670
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	✅ Better overall value (+200%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️ Higher cost ($180)	✅ More affordable ($60)

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.

Processor U300 Benchmark Check

Xeon E5-2670 Benchmark Check

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Processor U300 and Xeon E5-2670

Processor U300

The Processor U300 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 4 January 2023 (2 years ago). It is based on the Raptor Lake-U (2023) architecture. It features 5 cores and 6 threads. Base frequency is 1.2 GHz, with boost up to 4.4 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 1.25 MB (per core). Built on 10 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1744. Thermal design power (TDP): 15 Watt. Memory support: DDR4, DDR5 Dual-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 8,897 points. Launch price was $193.

Xeon E5-2670

The Xeon E5-2670 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 6 March 2012 (13 years ago). It is based on the Sandy Bridge-EP (2012) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 2.6 GHz, with boost up to 3.3 GHz. L3 cache: 20480 kB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: LGA2011. Thermal design power (TDP): 115 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 8,901 points. Launch price was $145.

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Processing Power

The Processor U300 packs 5 cores / 6 threads, while the Xeon E5-2670 offers 8 cores / 16 threads — the Xeon E5-2670 has 3 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.4 GHz on the Processor U300 versus 3.3 GHz on the Xeon E5-2670 — a 28.6% clock advantage for the Processor U300 (base: 1.2 GHz vs 2.6 GHz). The Processor U300 uses the Raptor Lake-U (2023) architecture (10 nm), while the Xeon E5-2670 uses Sandy Bridge-EP (2012) (32 nm). In PassMark, the Processor U300 scores 8,897 against the Xeon E5-2670's 8,901 — a 0% lead for the Xeon E5-2670. L3 cache: 8 MB (total) on the Processor U300 vs 20480 kB (total) on the Xeon E5-2670.

Feature	Processor U300	Xeon E5-2670
Cores / Threads	5 / 6	8 / 16+60%
Boost Clock	4.4 GHz+33%	3.3 GHz
Base Clock	1.2 GHz	2.6 GHz+117%
L3 Cache	8 MB (total)	20480 kB (total)+150%
L2 Cache	1.25 MB (per core)+400%	256 kB (per core)
Process	10 nm-69%	32 nm
Architecture	Raptor Lake-U (2023)	Sandy Bridge-EP (2012)
PassMark	8,897	8,901

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Memory & Platform

The Processor U300 uses the FCBGA1744 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the Xeon E5-2670 uses LGA2011 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.

Feature	Processor U300	Xeon E5-2670
Socket	FCBGA1744	LGA2011
PCIe Generation	PCIe 5.0+150%	PCIe 2.0
Max RAM Speed	—	DDR3-1600
Max RAM Capacity	—	384 GB
RAM Channels	—	4
ECC Support	—	✅
PCIe Lanes	—	40

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Advanced Features

Virtualization: not specified (Processor U300) / VT-x, VT-d (Xeon E5-2670). Primary use case: Xeon E5-2670 targets Server.

Feature	Processor U300	Xeon E5-2670
Integrated GPU	—	No
Unlocked	—	No
AVX-512	—	No
Virtualization	—	VT-x, VT-d
Target Use	—	Server

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Value Analysis

The Processor U300 launched at $193 MSRP, while the Xeon E5-2670 debuted at $1552. At current prices ($180 vs $60), the Xeon E5-2670 is $120 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Processor U300 delivers 49.4 pts/$ vs 148.3 pts/$ for the Xeon E5-2670 — making the Xeon E5-2670 the 100% better value option.