Xeon E-2104G vs Core i3-1115G4
Xeon E-2104G
Core i3-1115G4
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 E-2104G is positioned at rank 476 and the Core i3-1115G4 is on rank 567, so the Xeon E-2104G offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
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Performance Per Dollar Xeon E-2104G
Performance Per Dollar Core i3-1115G4
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon E-2104G | Core i3-1115G4 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($109) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Coffee Lake-S WS (2018−2019) / 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Tiger Lake-UP3 (2020−2021) / 10 nm SuperFin) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon E-2104G | Core i3-1115G4 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($109) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
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 E-2104G and Core i3-1115G4
Xeon E-2104G
The Xeon E-2104G is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 12 July 2018 (7 years ago). It is based on the Coffee Lake-S WS (2018−2019) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.2 GHz, with boost up to 3.2 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1151. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2666. Passmark benchmark score: 5,858 points. Launch price was $193.
Core i3-1115G4
The Core i3-1115G4 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2 September 2020 (5 years ago). It is based on the Tiger Lake-UP3 (2020−2021) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.2 GHz, with boost up to 4.1 GHz. L3 cache: 6 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: 5,860 points. Launch price was $281.
Processing Power
The Xeon E-2104G packs 4 cores / 4 threads, while the Core i3-1115G4 offers 2 cores / 4 threads — the Xeon E-2104G has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.2 GHz on the Xeon E-2104G versus 4.1 GHz on the Core i3-1115G4 — a 24.7% clock advantage for the Core i3-1115G4 (base: 3.2 GHz vs 2.2 GHz). The Xeon E-2104G uses the Coffee Lake-S WS (2018−2019) architecture (14 nm), while the Core i3-1115G4 uses Tiger Lake-UP3 (2020−2021) (10 nm SuperFin). In PassMark, the Xeon E-2104G scores 5,858 against the Core i3-1115G4's 5,860 — a 0% lead for the Core i3-1115G4. L3 cache: 8 MB (total) on the Xeon E-2104G vs 6 MB (total) on the Core i3-1115G4.
| Feature | Xeon E-2104G | Core i3-1115G4 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 4+100% | 2 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 3.2 GHz | 4.1 GHz+28% |
| Base Clock | 3.2 GHz+45% | 2.2 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 8 MB (total)+33% | 6 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 256 kB (per core) | 1.25 MB (per core)+400% |
| Process | 14 nm | 10 nm SuperFin-29% |
| Architecture | Coffee Lake-S WS (2018−2019) | Tiger Lake-UP3 (2020−2021) |
| PassMark | 5,858 | 5,860 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 1,579 |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon E-2104G uses the LGA1151 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i3-1115G4 uses FCBGA1449 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Xeon E-2104G | Core i3-1115G4 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1151 | 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 | — | 4 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: not specified (Xeon E-2104G) / VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Core i3-1115G4). The Core i3-1115G4 includes integrated graphics (UHD Graphics for 11th Gen (48 EU)), while the Xeon E-2104G requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i3-1115G4 targets Mainstream Laptop. Direct competitor: Core i3-1115G4 rivals Ryzen 3 5300U.
| Feature | Xeon E-2104G | Core i3-1115G4 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | — | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | UHD Graphics for 11th Gen (48 EU) |
| Unlocked | — | No |
| AVX-512 | — | Yes |
| Virtualization | — | VT-x, VT-d, EPT |
| Target Use | — | Mainstream Laptop |
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