Xeon E3-1240 v2 vs Xeon E7330

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 E3-1240 v2 is positioned at rank 547 and the Xeon E7330 is on rank 86, so the Xeon E7330 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 E3-1240 v2

#1

Xeon Platinum 8454H

MSRP: $6540|Avg: N/A

8137%

#6

Xeon Gold 6240R

MSRP: $2444|Avg: N/A

1536%

#10

Xeon 6337P

MSRP: $60|Avg: $5

1365%

#15

EPYC 9174F

MSRP: $194|Avg: $30

1055%

#333

Xeon Gold 5317

MSRP: $1088|Avg: $1100

99%

#334

Xeon W-2275

MSRP: $1112|Avg: $500

99%

#335

Xeon Gold 6430

MSRP: $2128|Avg: $1850

98%

#336

Xeon Gold 6421N

MSRP: $2368|Avg: $2427

97%

#337

EPYC 7F72

MSRP: $2131|Avg: $2131

97%

#338

Xeon W-2265

MSRP: $1039|Avg: $663

97%

#339

Xeon w7-3555

MSRP: $2749|Avg: $2199

97%

#547

Xeon E3-1240 v2

MSRP: $250|Avg: $150

100%

#548

Xeon E3-1220 v3

MSRP: $203|Avg: $89

100%

#551

Xeon W-2102

MSRP: $202|Avg: $286

99%

#553

Xeon E3-1265L v2

MSRP: $265|Avg: N/A

99%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Xeon E7330

#1

Xeon Platinum 8454H

MSRP: $6540|Avg: N/A

2049%

#6

Xeon Gold 6240R

MSRP: $2444|Avg: N/A

387%

#10

Xeon 6337P

MSRP: $60|Avg: $5

344%

#15

EPYC 9174F

MSRP: $194|Avg: $30

266%

#66

EPYC 4585PX

MSRP: $699|Avg: $826

100%

#67

EPYC 4545P

MSRP: $549|Avg: $595

97%

#71

Ryzen 7 PRO 7745

MSRP: $400|Avg: $343

86%

#73

EPYC 4484PX

MSRP: $599|Avg: $599

83%

#86

Xeon E7330

MSRP: $64|Avg: $60

100%

#88

Opteron 6212

MSRP: $266|Avg: N/A

98%

#90

Opteron 4334

MSRP: $204|Avg: $130

97%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

About PassMark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Performance Trade-off: The Xeon E3-1240 v2 leads in gaming performance. However, the Xeon E7330 is the stronger candidate for professional workloads, offering 1.6% greater multi-core processing power.

Insight	Xeon E3-1240 v2	Xeon E7330
Gaming	✅ Superior gaming performance	❌ Lower gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	⚠️ Higher cost ($150)	✅ More affordable ($60)
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) / 22 nm)	🛑 Legacy (Legacy / 65 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

Efficiency: Even within a comparison of older hardware, the Xeon E7330 stands out as the superior choice. It is effectively 60% cheaper ($60 vs $150) while identifying as the stronger performer.

Insight	Xeon E3-1240 v2	Xeon E7330
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	✅ Better overall value (+154%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️ Higher cost ($150)	✅ More affordable ($60)

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 E3-1240 v2 Benchmark Check

Xeon E7330 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Xeon E3-1240 v2 and Xeon E7330

Xeon E3-1240 v2

The Xeon E3-1240 v2 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 14 May 2012 (13 years ago). It is based on the Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.4 GHz, with boost up to 3.8 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1155. Thermal design power (TDP): 69 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 6,385 points. Launch price was $304.

Xeon E7330

The Xeon E7330 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2015-01-01. Base frequency: 2.4 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB L2 Cache. Built on 65 nm process technology. Socket: PGA604. Thermal design power (TDP): 80 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 6,491 points. Launch price was $800.

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Processing Power

The Xeon E3-1240 v2 is built on the Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) architecture. In PassMark, the Xeon E3-1240 v2 scores 6,385 against the Xeon E7330's 6,491 — a 1.6% lead for the Xeon E7330. L3 cache: 8 MB (total) on the Xeon E3-1240 v2 vs 6 MB L2 Cache on the Xeon E7330.

Feature	Xeon E3-1240 v2	Xeon E7330
Cores / Threads	4 / 8	—
Boost Clock	3.8 GHz	—
Base Clock	3.4 GHz+42%	2.4 GHz
L3 Cache	8 MB (total)+33%	6 MB L2 Cache
L2 Cache	256 kB (per core)	—
Process	22 nm-66%	65 nm
Architecture	Ivy Bridge (2012−2013)	—
PassMark	6,385	6,491+2%

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Memory & Platform

The Xeon E3-1240 v2 uses the LGA1155 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Xeon E7330 uses PGA604 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.

Feature	Xeon E3-1240 v2	Xeon E7330
Socket	LGA1155	PGA604
PCIe Generation	PCIe 3.0+50%	PCIe 2.0

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Value Analysis

The Xeon E3-1240 v2 launched at $250 MSRP, while the Xeon E7330 debuted at $64. At current prices ($150 vs $60), the Xeon E7330 is $90 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon E3-1240 v2 delivers 42.6 pts/$ vs 108.2 pts/$ for the Xeon E7330 — making the Xeon E7330 the 87.1% better value option.