Xeon Bronze 3204 vs Core i3-7320
Xeon Bronze 3204
Core i3-7320
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 3204 is positioned at rank 572 and the Core i3-7320 is on rank 434, so the Core i3-7320 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 3204
Performance Per Dollar Core i3-7320
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon Bronze 3204 | Core i3-7320 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($40) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Cascade Lake (2019−2020) / 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Kaby Lake (2016−2019) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon Bronze 3204 | Core i3-7320 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($40) |
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 3204 and Core i3-7320
Xeon Bronze 3204
The Xeon Bronze 3204 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2 April 2019 (6 years ago). It is based on the Cascade Lake (2019−2020) architecture. It features 6 cores and 6 threads. Base frequency is 1.9 GHz, with boost up to 1.9 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: 4,797 points. Launch price was $213.
Core i3-7320
The Core i3-7320 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 4.1 GHz, with boost up to 4.1 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1151. Thermal design power (TDP): 51 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 4,831 points. Launch price was $157.
Processing Power
The Xeon Bronze 3204 packs 6 cores / 6 threads, while the Core i3-7320 offers 2 cores / 4 threads — the Xeon Bronze 3204 has 4 more cores. Boost clocks reach 1.9 GHz on the Xeon Bronze 3204 versus 4.1 GHz on the Core i3-7320 — a 73.3% clock advantage for the Core i3-7320 (base: 1.9 GHz vs 4.1 GHz). The Xeon Bronze 3204 uses the Cascade Lake (2019−2020) architecture (14 nm), while the Core i3-7320 uses Kaby Lake (2016−2019) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon Bronze 3204 scores 4,797 against the Core i3-7320's 4,831 — a 0.7% lead for the Core i3-7320. L3 cache: 8.25 MB on the Xeon Bronze 3204 vs 4 MB (total) on the Core i3-7320.
| Feature | Xeon Bronze 3204 | Core i3-7320 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 6 / 6+200% | 2 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 1.9 GHz | 4.1 GHz+116% |
| Base Clock | 1.9 GHz | 4.1 GHz+116% |
| L3 Cache | 8.25 MB+106% | 4 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 6 MB+2300% | 256K (per core) |
| Process | 14 nm | 14 nm |
| Architecture | Cascade Lake (2019−2020) | Kaby Lake (2016−2019) |
| PassMark | 4,797 | 4,831 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 1,388 |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon Bronze 3204 uses the LGA3647 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i3-7320 uses LGA1151 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 2133 on the Xeon Bronze 3204 versus DDR4-2400 on the Core i3-7320 — the Xeon Bronze 3204 supports 199.3% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Xeon Bronze 3204 supports up to 1024 of RAM compared to 64 GB — 176.5% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 6 (Xeon Bronze 3204) vs 2 (Core i3-7320). PCIe lanes: 48 (Xeon Bronze 3204) vs 16 (Core i3-7320) — the Xeon Bronze 3204 offers 32 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: C621 (Xeon Bronze 3204) and B250,H270,Z270,Q250,Q270 (Core i3-7320).
| Feature | Xeon Bronze 3204 | Core i3-7320 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA3647 | LGA1151 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | 2133+53225% | DDR4-2400 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 1024 | 64 GB+6553500% |
| RAM Channels | 6+200% | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 48+200% | 16 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Only the Xeon Bronze 3204 supports AVX-512 instructions — important for machine learning and scientific applications. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d (Xeon Bronze 3204) vs VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Core i3-7320). The Core i3-7320 includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics 630), while the Xeon Bronze 3204 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i3-7320 targets Mainstream Desktop. Direct competitor: Xeon Bronze 3204 rivals EPYC 7232P; Core i3-7320 rivals Ryzen 3 1300X.
| Feature | Xeon Bronze 3204 | Core i3-7320 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | — | Mainstream Desktop |
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