Xeon E3-1225 v2 vs Core i7-8565U

Xeon E3-1225 v2

Core i7-8565U

4 Cores8 Thrd15 WWMax: 4.6 GHz2018

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Xeon E3-1225 v2

4 / 4

6,015

+0.7%

5,976

0.0%

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 E3-1225 v2 is positioned at rank 480 and the Core i7-8565U is on rank 988, so the Xeon E3-1225 v2 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 E3-1225 v2

Xeon Platinum 8454H

MSRP: $6540|Avg: N/A

6909%

Xeon Gold 6240R

MSRP: $2444|Avg: N/A

1304%

#10

Xeon 6337P

MSRP: $60|Avg: $5

1159%

#15

EPYC 9174F

MSRP: $194|Avg: $30

895%

#303

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX

MSRP: $2495|Avg: $2495

100%

#304

EPYC 7352

MSRP: $1350|Avg: $725

99%

#305

Xeon w7-2475X

MSRP: $1789|Avg: $2544

99%

#307

Xeon W-3323

MSRP: $949|Avg: $500

97%

#308

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3945WX

MSRP: $1149|Avg: $100

97%

#480

Xeon E3-1225 v2

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#492

Xeon W-2223

MSRP: $294|Avg: $330

97%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Core i7-8565U

#976

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

2008%

#977

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

1979%

#978

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

1817%

#979

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

1808%

#980

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

1792%

#982

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

1730%

#983

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

1659%

#984

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

1656%

#985

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

1612%

#988

Core i7-8565U

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#991

Pentium 8500

MSRP: $200|Avg: $200

99%

#992

A6-8500P

MSRP: $100|Avg: $16

99%

#994

Core i7-4700EQ

MSRP: $378|Avg: $180

98%

#995

Core i3-8145UE

MSRP: $281|Avg: $50

98%

#996

Core i7-4712MQ

MSRP: $378|Avg: $60

96%

#997

Core i7-3615QE

MSRP: $400|Avg: $100

96%

#998

Celeron M U3400

MSRP: $86|Avg: $5

96%

#999

3015Ce

MSRP: $150|Avg: $40

96%

#1000

Core i7-4700MQ

MSRP: $383|Avg: $50

96%

#1001

Athlon II M340

MSRP: $80|Avg: $15

95%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

About PassMark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Generational Difference: This comparison involves processors from different technological eras. The Core i7-8565U (2018) utilizes 14 nm technology and DDR4, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Xeon E3-1225 v2	Core i7-8565U
Gaming	❌ Lower gaming performance	✅ Superior gaming performance
Workstation	✅ Better multi-core power	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks
Price	Equivalent pricing	Equivalent pricing
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Legacy / Standard Node)	✨ Modern (Whiskey Lake-U (2018−2019) / 14 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Xeon E3-1225 v2 (2012) relies on older node technology and older memory, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Xeon E3-1225 v2	Core i7-8565U
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 E3-1225 v2 Benchmark Check

Core i7-8565U Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Xeon E3-1225 v2 and Core i7-8565U

Xeon E3-1225 v2

The Xeon E3-1225 v2 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2015-01-01. Passmark benchmark score: 6,015 points. Launch price was $800.

Core i7-8565U

The Core i7-8565U is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 October 2018 (7 years ago). It is based on the Whiskey Lake-U (2018−2019) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 1.8 GHz, with boost up to 4.6 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1528. Thermal design power (TDP): 15 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 5,976 points. Launch price was $409.

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Processing Power

The Core i7-8565U is built on the Whiskey Lake-U (2018−2019) architecture. In PassMark, the Xeon E3-1225 v2 scores 6,015 against the Core i7-8565U's 5,976 — a 0.7% lead for the Xeon E3-1225 v2.

Feature	Xeon E3-1225 v2	Core i7-8565U
Cores / Threads	—	4 / 8
Boost Clock	—	4.6 GHz
Base Clock	—	1.8 GHz
L3 Cache	—	8 MB (total)
L2 Cache	—	256 kB (per core)
Process	—	14 nm
Architecture	—	Whiskey Lake-U (2018−2019)
PassMark	6,015	5,976