Xeon Bronze 3104 vs Core i3-7101E
Xeon Bronze 3104
Core i3-7101E
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 Xeon Bronze 3104 is positioned at rank 598 and the Core i3-7101E is on rank 520, so the Core i3-7101E offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
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Performance Per Dollar Xeon Bronze 3104
Performance Per Dollar Core i3-7101E
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon Bronze 3104 | Core i3-7101E |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($50) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Skylake (server) (2017−2018) / 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Kaby Lake (2016−2019) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon Bronze 3104 | Core i3-7101E |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($50) |
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 Xeon Bronze 3104 and Core i3-7101E
Xeon Bronze 3104
The Xeon Bronze 3104 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 11 July 2017 (8 years ago). It is based on the Skylake (server) (2017−2018) architecture. It features 6 cores and 6 threads. Base frequency is 1.7 GHz, with boost up to 1.7 GHz. L3 cache: 8.25 MB. L2 cache: 6 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA3647. Thermal design power (TDP): 85 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2133. Passmark benchmark score: 4,383 points. Launch price was $213.
Core i3-7101E
The Core i3-7101E is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 3 January 2017 (8 years ago). It is based on the Kaby Lake (2016−2019) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.9 GHz, with boost up to 3.9 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1151. Thermal design power (TDP): 54 Watt. Memory support: DDR3L-1600, DDR4-2400. Passmark benchmark score: 4,430 points. Launch price was $117.
Processing Power
The Xeon Bronze 3104 packs 6 cores / 6 threads, while the Core i3-7101E offers 2 cores / 4 threads — the Xeon Bronze 3104 has 4 more cores. Boost clocks reach 1.7 GHz on the Xeon Bronze 3104 versus 3.9 GHz on the Core i3-7101E — a 78.6% clock advantage for the Core i3-7101E (base: 1.7 GHz vs 3.9 GHz). The Xeon Bronze 3104 uses the Skylake (server) (2017−2018) architecture (14 nm), while the Core i3-7101E uses Kaby Lake (2016−2019) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon Bronze 3104 scores 4,383 against the Core i3-7101E's 4,430 — a 1.1% lead for the Core i3-7101E. L3 cache: 8.25 MB on the Xeon Bronze 3104 vs 3 MB on the Core i3-7101E.
| Feature | Xeon Bronze 3104 | Core i3-7101E |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 6 / 6+200% | 2 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 1.7 GHz | 3.9 GHz+129% |
| Base Clock | 1.7 GHz | 3.9 GHz+129% |
| L3 Cache | 8.25 MB+175% | 3 MB |
| L2 Cache | 6 MB+1100% | 512 kB |
| Process | 14 nm | 14 nm |
| Architecture | Skylake (server) (2017−2018) | Kaby Lake (2016−2019) |
| PassMark | 4,383 | 4,430+1% |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 1,250 |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon Bronze 3104 uses the LGA3647 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i3-7101E uses LGA1151 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 2133 on the Xeon Bronze 3104 versus DDR4-2400 on the Core i3-7101E — the Xeon Bronze 3104 supports 199.3% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Xeon Bronze 3104 supports up to 768 of RAM compared to 64 GB — 169.2% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 6 (Xeon Bronze 3104) vs 2 (Core i3-7101E). PCIe lanes: 48 (Xeon Bronze 3104) vs 16 (Core i3-7101E) — the Xeon Bronze 3104 offers 32 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: C621 (Xeon Bronze 3104) and C236,C232,Q170,Q270 (Core i3-7101E).
| Feature | Xeon Bronze 3104 | Core i3-7101E |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA3647 | LGA1151 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | 2133+53225% | DDR4-2400 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 768 | 64 GB+8738033% |
| RAM Channels | 6+200% | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 48+200% | 16 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Only the Xeon Bronze 3104 supports AVX-512 instructions — important for machine learning and scientific applications. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d (Xeon Bronze 3104) vs VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Core i3-7101E). The Core i3-7101E includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics 630), while the Xeon Bronze 3104 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i3-7101E targets Embedded. Direct competitor: Core i3-7101E rivals Embedded Ryzen V1000.
| Feature | Xeon Bronze 3104 | Core i3-7101E |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | None | HD Graphics 630 |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | Yes | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | VT-x, VT-d, EPT |
| Target Use | — | Embedded |
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