Xeon E3-1245 v2 vs Core i7-10510U

CPU

GPU

Xeon E3-1245 v2

4 Cores8 Thrd77 WWMax: 3.8 GHz2012

Core i7-10510U

4 Cores8 Thrd15 WWMax: 4.9 GHz2019

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Xeon E3-1245 v2

4 / 8

6,357

0.0%

6,408

+0.8%

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 E3-1245 v2 is positioned at rank 583 and the Core i7-10510U is on rank 963, so the Xeon E3-1245 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 E3-1245 v2

Xeon Platinum 8454H

MSRP: $6540|Avg: N/A

8923%

Xeon Gold 6240R

MSRP: $2444|Avg: N/A

1685%

#10

Xeon 6337P

MSRP: $60|Avg: $5

1497%

#15

EPYC 9174F

MSRP: $194|Avg: $30

1156%

#351

Xeon W-2295

MSRP: $1333|Avg: $1400

100%

#352

Xeon 6741P

MSRP: $4421|Avg: $3780

98%

#353

EPYC 7452

MSRP: $2025|Avg: $2025

97%

#354

EPYC 7502P

MSRP: $2300|Avg: $1299

96%

#355

Xeon w7-3455

MSRP: $2489|Avg: $2625

95%

#356

EPYC 9334

MSRP: $2990|Avg: $1810

94%

#583

Xeon E3-1245 v2

MSRP: $273|Avg: $204

100%

#590

Xeon W-2125

MSRP: $444|Avg: $42

97%

#592

EPYC 7261

MSRP: $501|Avg: $8

96%

#594

Xeon E5-1620 v2

MSRP: $294|Avg: $50

95%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Core i7-10510U

#951

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

1872%

#952

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

1845%

#953

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

1694%

#954

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

1686%

#955

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

1671%

#957

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

1613%

#958

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

1547%

#959

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

1544%

#960

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

1503%

#963

Core i7-10510U

MSRP: $409|Avg: N/A

100%

#968

Core i7-4710MQ

MSRP: $378|Avg: $378

98%

#970

Celeron T3100

MSRP: $62|Avg: $62

97%

#971

Core i7-4800MQ

MSRP: $380|Avg: $378

97%

#977

Phenom II X2 N640

MSRP: $100|Avg: $55

96%

#978

A10-8700P

MSRP: $150|Avg: $40

96%

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 i7-10510U (2019) utilizes 14 nm technology and DDR3, DDR4, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Xeon E3-1245 v2	Core i7-10510U
Gaming	❌ Lower gaming performance	✅ Superior gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	✅ More affordable ($204)	⚠️ Higher cost ($409)
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) / 22 nm)	✨ Modern (Comet Lake-U (2019−2020) / 14 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Xeon E3-1245 v2 (2012) relies on 22 nm technology and DDR3, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Xeon E3-1245 v2	Core i7-10510U
Cost Efficiency	✅ Better overall value (+99%)	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅ More affordable ($204)	⚠️ Higher cost ($409)

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 E3-1245 v2 Benchmark Check

Core i7-10510U Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Xeon E3-1245 v2 and Core i7-10510U

Xeon E3-1245 v2

The Xeon E3-1245 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): 77 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 6,357 points. Launch price was $462.

Core i7-10510U

The Core i7-10510U is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 21 August 2019 (6 years ago). It is based on the Comet Lake-U (2019−2020) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 1.8 GHz, with boost up to 4.9 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1528. Thermal design power (TDP): 15 Watt. Memory support: DDR3, DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 6,408 points. Launch price was $409.

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Processing Power

Both the Xeon E3-1245 v2 and Core i7-10510U share an identical 4-core/8-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 3.8 GHz on the Xeon E3-1245 v2 versus 4.9 GHz on the Core i7-10510U — a 25.3% clock advantage for the Core i7-10510U (base: 3.4 GHz vs 1.8 GHz). The Xeon E3-1245 v2 uses the Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) architecture (22 nm), while the Core i7-10510U uses Comet Lake-U (2019−2020) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon E3-1245 v2 scores 6,357 against the Core i7-10510U's 6,408 — a 0.8% lead for the Core i7-10510U. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 659 vs 1,300, a 65.4% lead for the Core i7-10510U that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 2,273 vs 3,300 (36.9% advantage for the Core i7-10510U). Both processors carry 8 MB (total) of L3 cache.

Feature	Xeon E3-1245 v2	Core i7-10510U
Cores / Threads	4 / 8	4 / 8
Boost Clock	3.8 GHz	4.9 GHz+29%
Base Clock	3.4 GHz+89%	1.8 GHz
L3 Cache	8 MB (total)	8 MB (total)
L2 Cache	256 kB (per core)	256K (per core)
Process	22 nm	14 nm-36%
Architecture	Ivy Bridge (2012−2013)	Comet Lake-U (2019−2020)
PassMark	6,357	6,408
Cinebench R23 Multi	—	3,866
Geekbench 6 Single	659	1,300+97%
Geekbench 6 Multi	2,273	3,300+45%

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Memory & Platform

The Xeon E3-1245 v2 uses the LGA1155 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i7-10510U uses FCBGA1528 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3-1600 on the Xeon E3-1245 v2 versus DDR4-2666 on the Core i7-10510U — the Core i7-10510U supports 28.6% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Core i7-10510U supports up to 64 GB of RAM compared to 32 GB — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. Both provide 16 PCIe lanes. Chipset compatibility: Intel C202,Intel C204,Intel C206,Intel C216 (Xeon E3-1245 v2) and 400-series (Core i7-10510U).

Feature	Xeon E3-1245 v2	Core i7-10510U
Socket	LGA1155	FCBGA1528
PCIe Generation	PCIe 3.0	PCIe 3.0
Max RAM Speed	DDR3-1600	DDR4-2666+33%
Max RAM Capacity	32 GB	64 GB+100%
RAM Channels	2	2
ECC Support	✅	❌
PCIe Lanes	16	16

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Advanced Features

Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: Yes (Xeon E3-1245 v2) vs VT-x, VT-d (Core i7-10510U). Both include integrated graphics — HD Graphics P4000 (Xeon E3-1245 v2) and UHD Graphics (Core i7-10510U) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Xeon E3-1245 v2 targets Server, Core i7-10510U targets Productivity. Direct competitor: Core i7-10510U rivals Ryzen 7 3700U.