Xeon E3-1235L v5 vs Core i5-3570K
Xeon E3-1235L v5
Core i5-3570K
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 E3-1235L v5 is positioned at rank 555 and the Core i5-3570K is on rank 749, so the Xeon E3-1235L v5 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
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Performance Per Dollar Xeon E3-1235L v5
Performance Per Dollar Core i5-3570K
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon E3-1235L v5 | Core i5-3570K |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($35) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Skylake-DT (2015) / 14 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) / 22 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon E3-1235L v5 | Core i5-3570K |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($35) |
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 E3-1235L v5 and Core i5-3570K
Xeon E3-1235L v5
The Xeon E3-1235L v5 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 19 October 2015 (10 years ago). It is based on the Skylake-DT (2015) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2 GHz, with boost up to 3 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1151. Thermal design power (TDP): 25 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-1866/2133, DDR3L-1333/1600. Passmark benchmark score: 5,013 points. Launch price was $250.
Core i5-3570K
The Core i5-3570K is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 29 April 2012 (13 years ago). It is based on the Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.4 GHz, with boost up to 3.8 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1155. Thermal design power (TDP): 77 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 4,971 points. Launch price was $235.
Processing Power
Both the Xeon E3-1235L v5 and Core i5-3570K share an identical 4-core/4-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 3 GHz on the Xeon E3-1235L v5 versus 3.8 GHz on the Core i5-3570K — a 23.5% clock advantage for the Core i5-3570K (base: 2 GHz vs 3.4 GHz). The Xeon E3-1235L v5 uses the Skylake-DT (2015) architecture (14 nm), while the Core i5-3570K uses Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) (22 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon E3-1235L v5 scores 5,013 against the Core i5-3570K's 4,971 — a 0.8% lead for the Xeon E3-1235L v5. L3 cache: 8 MB (total) on the Xeon E3-1235L v5 vs 6 MB (total) on the Core i5-3570K.
| Feature | Xeon E3-1235L v5 | Core i5-3570K |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 4 | 4 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 3 GHz | 3.8 GHz+27% |
| Base Clock | 2 GHz | 3.4 GHz+70% |
| L3 Cache | 8 MB (total)+33% | 6 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 256 kB (per core) | 256K (per core) |
| Process | 14 nm-36% | 22 nm |
| Architecture | Skylake-DT (2015) | Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) |
| PassMark | 5,013 | 4,971 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 1,000 |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon E3-1235L v5 uses the LGA1151 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i5-3570K uses LGA1155 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Xeon E3-1235L v5 | Core i5-3570K |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1151 | LGA1155 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | — | DDR3-1600 |
| Max RAM Capacity | — | 32 GB |
| RAM Channels | — | 2 |
| ECC Support | — | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | — | 16 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: not specified (Xeon E3-1235L v5) / VT-x, EPT (Core i5-3570K). The Core i5-3570K includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics 4000), while the Xeon E3-1235L v5 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i5-3570K targets Legacy Gaming Desktop. Direct competitor: Core i5-3570K rivals FX-8350.
| Feature | Xeon E3-1235L v5 | Core i5-3570K |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | — | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | HD Graphics 4000 |
| Unlocked | — | Yes |
| AVX-512 | — | No |
| Virtualization | — | VT-x, EPT |
| Target Use | — | Legacy Gaming Desktop |
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