Xeon D-1557 vs Core i3-1125G4

Xeon D-1557

12 Cores24 Thrd45 WWMax: 2.1 GHz2016

Core i3-1125G4

4 Cores8 Thrd15 WWMax: 3.7 GHz2021

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Xeon D-1557

12 / 24

9,285

0.0%

9,284

0.0%

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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 D-1557 is positioned at rank 303 and the Core i3-1125G4 is on rank 651, so the Xeon D-1557 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar Xeon D-1557

Xeon Platinum 8454H

MSRP: $6540|Avg: N/A

4476%

Xeon Gold 6240R

MSRP: $2444|Avg: N/A

845%

#10

Xeon 6337P

MSRP: $60|Avg: $5

751%

#15

EPYC 9174F

MSRP: $194|Avg: $30

580%

#233

Xeon w5-2545

MSRP: $889|Avg: $1100

99%

#234

Xeon W-1250P

MSRP: $311|Avg: $311

99%

#303

Xeon D-1557

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#304

Xeon E5-2620 v4

MSRP: $417|Avg: $410

100%

#306

Xeon Silver 4108

MSRP: $417|Avg: $46

99%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Core i3-1125G4

#639

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

888%

#640

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

875%

#641

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

803%

#642

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

800%

#643

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

792%

#645

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

765%

#646

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

734%

#647

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

732%

#648

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

713%

#651

Core i3-1125G4

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#662

Athlon II P360

MSRP: $60|Avg: $10

98%

#665

Athlon X2 QL-64

MSRP: $50|Avg: $15

98%

#666

Core 3 N350

MSRP: $225|Avg: $220

98%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

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🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Generational Difference: This comparison involves processors from different technological eras. The Core i3-1125G4 (2021) utilizes 10 nm SuperFin technology and DDR4, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Xeon D-1557	Core i3-1125G4
Gaming	❌ Lower gaming performance	✅ Superior gaming performance
Workstation	✅ Better multi-core power	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks
Price	Equivalent pricing	Equivalent pricing
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Broadwell (2015−2019) / 14 nm)	✨ Modern (Tiger Lake-UP3 (2020−2021) / 10 nm SuperFin)

💎 Value Proposition

The Xeon D-1557 (2016) relies on 14 nm technology and DDR4, DDR3, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Xeon D-1557	Core i3-1125G4
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	Equivalent pricing	Equivalent pricing

Performance Check

Paired with RTX 4090

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.

Xeon D-1557 Benchmark Check

Core i3-1125G4 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Xeon D-1557 and Core i3-1125G4

Xeon D-1557

The Xeon D-1557 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 24 February 2016 (9 years ago). It is based on the Broadwell (2015−2019) architecture. It features 12 cores and 24 threads. Base frequency is 1.5 GHz, with boost up to 2.1 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: 9,285 points. Launch price was $694.

Core i3-1125G4

The Core i3-1125G4 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 31 March 2021 (4 years ago). It is based on the Tiger Lake-UP3 (2020−2021) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 2 GHz, with boost up to 3.7 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 1.25 MB (per core). Built on 10 nm SuperFin process technology. Socket: FCBGA1449. Thermal design power (TDP): 15 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 9,284 points. Launch price was $281.

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Processing Power

The Xeon D-1557 packs 12 cores / 24 threads, while the Core i3-1125G4 offers 4 cores / 8 threads — the Xeon D-1557 has 8 more cores. Boost clocks reach 2.1 GHz on the Xeon D-1557 versus 3.7 GHz on the Core i3-1125G4 — a 55.2% clock advantage for the Core i3-1125G4 (base: 1.5 GHz vs 2 GHz). The Xeon D-1557 uses the Broadwell (2015−2019) architecture (14 nm), while the Core i3-1125G4 uses Tiger Lake-UP3 (2020−2021) (10 nm SuperFin). In PassMark, the Xeon D-1557 scores 9,285 against the Core i3-1125G4's 9,284 — a 0% lead for the Xeon D-1557. L3 cache: 1.5 MB (per core) on the Xeon D-1557 vs 8 MB (total) on the Core i3-1125G4.

Feature	Xeon D-1557	Core i3-1125G4
Cores / Threads	12 / 24+200%	4 / 8
Boost Clock	2.1 GHz	3.7 GHz+76%
Base Clock	1.5 GHz	2 GHz+33%
L3 Cache	1.5 MB (per core)	8 MB (total)+433%
L2 Cache	256K (per core)	1.25 MB (per core)+400%
Process	14 nm	10 nm SuperFin-29%
Architecture	Broadwell (2015−2019)	Tiger Lake-UP3 (2020−2021)
PassMark	9,285	9,284
Cinebench R23 Multi	—	5,112
Geekbench 6 Single	—	1,560
Geekbench 6 Multi	—	4,770

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Memory & Platform

The Xeon D-1557 uses the FCBGA1667 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i3-1125G4 uses FCBGA1449 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.

Feature	Xeon D-1557	Core i3-1125G4
Socket	FCBGA1667	FCBGA1449
PCIe Generation	PCIe 3.0	PCIe 4.0+33%
Max RAM Speed	—	DDR4-3200
Max RAM Capacity	—	64 GB
RAM Channels	—	2
ECC Support	—	❌
PCIe Lanes	—	16

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Advanced Features

Virtualization: not specified (Xeon D-1557) / VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Core i3-1125G4). The Core i3-1125G4 includes integrated graphics (UHD Graphics (48 EU)), while the Xeon D-1557 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i3-1125G4 targets Productivity. Direct competitor: Core i3-1125G4 rivals Ryzen 3 5300U.