Xeon D-1531 vs Core i3-9350KF
Xeon D-1531
Core i3-9350KF
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. The Xeon D-1531 is positioned at rank #1004 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Xeon D-1531
Performance Per Dollar Core i3-9350KF
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon D-1531 | Core i3-9350KF |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($250) | ✅ More affordable ($80) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Broadwell (2015−2019) / 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Coffee Lake (2017−2019) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon D-1531 | Core i3-9350KF |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+210%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($250) | ✅ More affordable ($80) |
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 D-1531 and Core i3-9350KF
Xeon D-1531
The Xeon D-1531 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 November 2015 (10 years ago). It is based on the Broadwell (2015−2019) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 2.2 GHz, with boost up to 2.7 GHz. L3 cache: 1.5 MB (per core). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1667. Thermal design power (TDP): 45 Watt. Memory support: DDR4, DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 7,668 points. Launch price was $348.
Core i3-9350KF
The Core i3-9350KF is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 8 January 2019 (6 years ago). It is based on the Coffee Lake (2017−2019) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 4 GHz, with boost up to 4.6 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1151. Thermal design power (TDP): 91 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2400. Passmark benchmark score: 7,602 points. Launch price was $173.
Processing Power
The Xeon D-1531 packs 6 cores / 12 threads, while the Core i3-9350KF offers 4 cores / 4 threads — the Xeon D-1531 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 2.7 GHz on the Xeon D-1531 versus 4.6 GHz on the Core i3-9350KF — a 52.1% clock advantage for the Core i3-9350KF (base: 2.2 GHz vs 4 GHz). The Xeon D-1531 uses the Broadwell (2015−2019) architecture (14 nm), while the Core i3-9350KF uses Coffee Lake (2017−2019) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon D-1531 scores 7,668 against the Core i3-9350KF's 7,602 — a 0.9% lead for the Xeon D-1531. L3 cache: 1.5 MB (per core) on the Xeon D-1531 vs 6 MB (total) on the Core i3-9350KF.
| Feature | Xeon D-1531 | Core i3-9350KF |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 6 / 12+50% | 4 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 2.7 GHz | 4.6 GHz+70% |
| Base Clock | 2.2 GHz | 4 GHz+82% |
| L3 Cache | 1.5 MB (per core) | 6 MB (total)+300% |
| L2 Cache | 256K (per core) | 256K (per core) |
| Process | 14 nm | 14 nm |
| Architecture | Broadwell (2015−2019) | Coffee Lake (2017−2019) |
| PassMark | 7,668 | 7,602 |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon D-1531 uses the FCBGA1667 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i3-9350KF uses LGA1151 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Xeon D-1531 | Core i3-9350KF |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FCBGA1667 | LGA1151 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
Value Analysis
The Xeon D-1531 launched at $2057 MSRP, while the Core i3-9350KF debuted at $173. At current prices ($250 vs $80), the Core i3-9350KF is $170 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon D-1531 delivers 30.7 pts/$ vs 95.0 pts/$ for the Core i3-9350KF — making the Core i3-9350KF the 102.4% better value option.
| Feature | Xeon D-1531 | Core i3-9350KF |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $2057 | $173-92% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $250 | $80-68% |
| Performance per Dollar | 30.7 | 95.0+209% |
| Release Date | 2015 | 2019 |
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