CPU
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Xeon Bronze 3104
Xeon X5647
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 Xeon X5647 is on rank 593, so the Xeon X5647 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Xeon Bronze 3104
Performance Per Dollar Xeon X5647
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon Bronze 3104 | Xeon X5647 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | Equivalent pricing | Equivalent pricing |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Skylake (server) (2017−2018) / 14 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Westmere-EP (2010−2011) / 32 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon Bronze 3104 | Xeon X5647 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ 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 Xeon Bronze 3104 and Xeon X5647
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.
Xeon X5647
The Xeon X5647 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 14 February 2011 (14 years ago). It is based on the Westmere-EP (2010−2011) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 2.93 GHz, with boost up to 3.2 GHz. L3 cache: 12 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1366. Thermal design power (TDP): 130 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 4,441 points. Launch price was $175.
Processing Power
The Xeon Bronze 3104 packs 6 cores / 6 threads, while the Xeon X5647 offers 4 cores / 8 threads — the Xeon Bronze 3104 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 1.7 GHz on the Xeon Bronze 3104 versus 3.2 GHz on the Xeon X5647 — a 61.2% clock advantage for the Xeon X5647 (base: 1.7 GHz vs 2.93 GHz). The Xeon Bronze 3104 uses the Skylake (server) (2017−2018) architecture (14 nm), while the Xeon X5647 uses Westmere-EP (2010−2011) (32 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon Bronze 3104 scores 4,383 against the Xeon X5647's 4,441 — a 1.3% lead for the Xeon X5647. L3 cache: 8.25 MB on the Xeon Bronze 3104 vs 12 MB (total) on the Xeon X5647.
| Feature | Xeon Bronze 3104 | Xeon X5647 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 6 / 6+50% | 4 / 8 |
| Boost Clock | 1.7 GHz | 3.2 GHz+88% |
| Base Clock | 1.7 GHz | 2.93 GHz+72% |
| L3 Cache | 8.25 MB | 12 MB (total)+45% |
| L2 Cache | 6 MB+2300% | 256 kB (per core) |
| Process | 14 nm-56% | 32 nm |
| Architecture | Skylake (server) (2017−2018) | Westmere-EP (2010−2011) |
| PassMark | 4,383 | 4,441+1% |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon Bronze 3104 uses the LGA3647 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Xeon X5647 uses LGA1366 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 2133 on the Xeon Bronze 3104 versus DDR3-1066 on the Xeon X5647 — the Xeon Bronze 3104 supports 199.4% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. Memory channels: 6 (Xeon Bronze 3104) vs 3 (Xeon X5647). Chipset compatibility: C621 (Xeon Bronze 3104) and Intel X58,Intel 5520 (Xeon X5647).
| Feature | Xeon Bronze 3104 | Xeon X5647 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA3647 | LGA1366 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 5.0+67% |
| Max RAM Speed | 2133+71000% | DDR3-1066 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 768 | — |
| RAM Channels | 6+100% | 3 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 48 | — |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Only the Xeon Bronze 3104 supports AVX-512 instructions — important for machine learning and scientific applications. Both support VT-x, VT-d virtualization. Primary use case: Xeon X5647 targets Workstation. Direct competitor: Xeon X5647 rivals Core i7-980X.
| Feature | Xeon Bronze 3104 | Xeon X5647 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| IGPU Model | None | — |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | Yes | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | VT-x, VT-d |
| Target Use | — | Workstation |
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