Ryzen 3 PRO 1200 vs Xeon E3-1220 v6
Ryzen 3 PRO 1200
Xeon E3-1220 v6
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 Ryzen 3 PRO 1200 is positioned at rank 255 and the Xeon E3-1220 v6 is on rank 718, so the Ryzen 3 PRO 1200 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 3 PRO 1200
Performance Per Dollar Xeon E3-1220 v6
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Ryzen 3 PRO 1200 | Xeon E3-1220 v6 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | Equivalent pricing | Equivalent pricing |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Zen (2017−2020) / 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Kaby Lake (2016−2019) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Ryzen 3 PRO 1200 | Xeon E3-1220 v6 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+0%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | Equivalent pricing | Equivalent pricing |
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 Ryzen 3 PRO 1200 and Xeon E3-1220 v6
Ryzen 3 PRO 1200
The Ryzen 3 PRO 1200 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 29 June 2017 (8 years ago). It is based on the Zen (2017−2020) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.1 GHz, with boost up to 3.4 GHz. L3 cache: 8 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: 5,609 points. Launch price was $149.
Xeon E3-1220 v6
The Xeon E3-1220 v6 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 28 March 2017 (8 years ago). It is based on the Kaby Lake (2016−2019) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3 GHz, with boost up to 3.5 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB. L2 cache: 1 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1151. Thermal design power (TDP): 72 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2400, DDR3L-1866. Passmark benchmark score: 5,589 points. Launch price was $193.
Processing Power
Both the Ryzen 3 PRO 1200 and Xeon E3-1220 v6 share an identical 4-core/4-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 3.4 GHz on the Ryzen 3 PRO 1200 versus 3.5 GHz on the Xeon E3-1220 v6 — a 2.9% clock advantage for the Xeon E3-1220 v6 (base: 3.1 GHz vs 3 GHz). The Ryzen 3 PRO 1200 uses the Zen (2017−2020) architecture (14 nm), while the Xeon E3-1220 v6 uses Kaby Lake (2016−2019) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen 3 PRO 1200 scores 5,609 against the Xeon E3-1220 v6's 5,589 — a 0.4% lead for the Ryzen 3 PRO 1200. L3 cache: 8 MB (total) on the Ryzen 3 PRO 1200 vs 8 MB on the Xeon E3-1220 v6.
| Feature | Ryzen 3 PRO 1200 | Xeon E3-1220 v6 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 4 | 4 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 3.4 GHz | 3.5 GHz+3% |
| Base Clock | 3.1 GHz+3% | 3 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 8 MB (total) | 8 MB |
| L2 Cache | 512K (per core) | 1 MB+100% |
| Process | 14 nm | 14 nm |
| Architecture | Zen (2017−2020) | Kaby Lake (2016−2019) |
| PassMark | 5,609 | 5,589 |
Memory & Platform
The Ryzen 3 PRO 1200 uses the AM4 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Xeon E3-1220 v6 uses LGA1151 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Ryzen 3 PRO 1200 | Xeon E3-1220 v6 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM4 | LGA1151 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
Value Analysis
The Ryzen 3 PRO 1200 launched at $109 MSRP, while the Xeon E3-1220 v6 debuted at $372. At current prices ($80 vs $80), the Xeon E3-1220 v6 is $0 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Ryzen 3 PRO 1200 delivers 70.1 pts/$ vs 69.9 pts/$ for the Xeon E3-1220 v6 — making the Ryzen 3 PRO 1200 the 0.4% better value option.
| Feature | Ryzen 3 PRO 1200 | Xeon E3-1220 v6 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $109-71% | $372 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $80 | $80 |
| Performance per Dollar | 70.1 | 69.9 |
| Release Date | 2017 | 2017 |
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