Ryzen 3 2300X vs Xeon E3-1276 v3

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Ryzen 3 2300X

4 / 4

7,564

+0.3%

Ryzen Embedded R1606G

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7965WX

Xeon E3-1276 v3

4 / 8

7,543

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.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Xeon E3-1276 v3

#1

Xeon Platinum 8454H

MSRP: $6540|Avg: N/A

5869%

#3

Xeon W-11955M

MSRP: $623|Avg: $450

98%

#6

Xeon Gold 6240R

MSRP: $2444|Avg: N/A

1108%

#10

Xeon 6337P

MSRP: $60|Avg: $5

985%

#15

EPYC 9174F

MSRP: $194|Avg: $30

761%

#278

Xeon Gold 5416S

MSRP: $1445|Avg: N/A

99%

#279

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3955WX

MSRP: $1149|Avg: $1130

98%

#281

EPYC 7402P

MSRP: $1280|Avg: $1090

97%

#416

Xeon E3-1276 v3

MSRP: $213|Avg: $244

100%

#425

Xeon E5-4620 v2

MSRP: $273|Avg: $30

97%

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 Ryzen 3 2300X (2018) utilizes 14 nm technology and **DDR4 Dual-channel**, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Ryzen 3 2300X	Xeon E3-1276 v3
Gaming	✅ Superior gaming performance	❌ Lower gaming performance
Workstation	✅ Better multi-core power	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks
Price	✅ More affordable ($129)	⚠️ Higher cost ($244)
Longevity	✨ Modern (Zen+ (2018−2019) / 14 nm)	🛑 Legacy (Legacy / 22 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Xeon E3-1276 v3 (2014) relies on 22 nm technology and DDR3L-1333, DDR3L-1600, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Ryzen 3 2300X	Xeon E3-1276 v3
Cost Efficiency	✅ Better overall value (+90%)	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅ More affordable ($129)	⚠️ Higher cost ($244)

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.

Ryzen 3 2300X Benchmark Check

Xeon E3-1276 v3 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Ryzen 3 2300X and Xeon E3-1276 v3

Ryzen 3 2300X

The Ryzen 3 2300X is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 1 August 2018 (7 years ago). It is based on the Zen+ (2018−2019) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.5 GHz, with boost up to 4.2 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4 Dual-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 7,564 points. Launch price was $149.

Xeon E3-1276 v3

The Xeon E3-1276 v3 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2015-01-01. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.6 GHz, with boost up to 4 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB Intel® Smart Cache. Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1150. Thermal design power (TDP): 84 Watt. Memory support: DDR3L-1333, DDR3L-1600. Passmark benchmark score: 7,543 points. Launch price was $800.

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Processing Power

The Ryzen 3 2300X packs 4 cores / 4 threads, matching the Xeon E3-1276 v3's 4 cores. Boost clocks reach 4.2 GHz on the Ryzen 3 2300X versus 4 GHz on the Xeon E3-1276 v3 — a 4.9% clock advantage for the Ryzen 3 2300X (base: 3.5 GHz vs 3.6 GHz). The Ryzen 3 2300X is built on the Zen+ (2018−2019) architecture. In PassMark, the Ryzen 3 2300X scores 7,564 against the Xeon E3-1276 v3's 7,543 — a 0.3% lead for the Ryzen 3 2300X. L3 cache: 4 MB (total) on the Ryzen 3 2300X vs 8 MB Intel® Smart Cache on the Xeon E3-1276 v3.

Feature	Ryzen 3 2300X	Xeon E3-1276 v3
Cores / Threads	4 / 4	4 / 8
Boost Clock	4.2 GHz+5%	4 GHz
Base Clock	3.5 GHz	3.6 GHz+3%
L3 Cache	4 MB (total)	8 MB Intel® Smart Cache+100%
L2 Cache	512K (per core)	—
Process	14 nm-36%	22 nm
Architecture	Zen+ (2018−2019)	—
PassMark	7,564	7,543

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Memory & Platform

The Ryzen 3 2300X uses the AM4 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Xeon E3-1276 v3 uses LGA1150 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.