CPU
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Ryzen 7 3780U
Xeon E3-1281 v3
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 7 3780U is positioned at rank 906 and the Xeon E3-1281 v3 is on rank 758, so the Xeon E3-1281 v3 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
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Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 7 3780U
Performance Per Dollar Xeon E3-1281 v3
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Ryzen 7 3780U | Xeon E3-1281 v3 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($636) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Picasso-U (Zen+) (2019−2020) / 12 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Legacy / 22 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Ryzen 7 3780U | Xeon E3-1281 v3 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($636) |
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 7 3780U and Xeon E3-1281 v3
Ryzen 7 3780U
The Ryzen 7 3780U is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 22 October 2019 (6 years ago). It is based on the Picasso-U (Zen+) (2019−2020) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 2.3 GHz, with boost up to 4 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 12 nm process technology. Socket: FP5. Thermal design power (TDP): 15 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 7,483 points. Launch price was $149.
Xeon E3-1281 v3
The Xeon E3-1281 v3 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2015-01-01. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.7 GHz, with boost up to 4.1 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB Intel® Smart Cache. Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1150. Thermal design power (TDP): 82 Watt. Memory support: DDR3L-1333, DDR3L-1600. Passmark benchmark score: 7,587 points. Launch price was $800.
Processing Power
Both the Ryzen 7 3780U and Xeon E3-1281 v3 share an identical 4-core/8-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 4 GHz on the Ryzen 7 3780U versus 4.1 GHz on the Xeon E3-1281 v3 — a 2.5% clock advantage for the Xeon E3-1281 v3 (base: 2.3 GHz vs 3.7 GHz). The Ryzen 7 3780U is built on the Picasso-U (Zen+) (2019−2020) architecture. In PassMark, the Ryzen 7 3780U scores 7,483 against the Xeon E3-1281 v3's 7,587 — a 1.4% lead for the Xeon E3-1281 v3. L3 cache: 4 MB (total) on the Ryzen 7 3780U vs 8 MB Intel® Smart Cache on the Xeon E3-1281 v3.
| Feature | Ryzen 7 3780U | Xeon E3-1281 v3 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 8 | 4 / 8 |
| Boost Clock | 4 GHz | 4.1 GHz+2% |
| Base Clock | 2.3 GHz | 3.7 GHz+61% |
| L3 Cache | 4 MB (total) | 8 MB Intel® Smart Cache+100% |
| L2 Cache | 512 kB (per core) | — |
| Process | 12 nm-45% | 22 nm |
| Architecture | Picasso-U (Zen+) (2019−2020) | — |
| PassMark | 7,483 | 7,587+1% |
Memory & Platform
The Ryzen 7 3780U uses the FP5 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Xeon E3-1281 v3 uses LGA1150 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Ryzen 7 3780U | Xeon E3-1281 v3 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FP5 | LGA1150 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
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