Xeon E3-1245 v3 vs Ryzen 5 7600X
Xeon E3-1245 v3
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Value Upgrade Path
This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. The Xeon E3-1245 v3 is positioned at rank #737 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Xeon E3-1245 v3
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 5 7600X
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon E3-1245 v3 | Ryzen 5 7600X |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($490) | ✅ More affordable ($178) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Haswell-WS (2013−2014) / 22 nm) | ✨ Modern (Raphael (Zen4) (2022−2023) / 5 nm, 6 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon E3-1245 v3 | Ryzen 5 7600X |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+1008%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($490) | ✅ More affordable ($178) |
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 E3-1245 v3 and Ryzen 5 7600X
Xeon E3-1245 v3
The Xeon E3-1245 v3 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2 June 2013 (12 years ago). It is based on the Haswell-WS (2013−2014) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.4 GHz, with boost up to 3.8 GHz. L3 cache: 8192 kB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1150. Thermal design power (TDP): 84 Watt. Memory support: DDR3, DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 7,036 points. Launch price was $320.
Ryzen 5 7600X
The Ryzen 5 7600X is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 27 September 2022 (3 years ago). It is based on the Raphael (Zen4) (2022−2023) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 4.7 GHz, with boost up to 5.3 GHz. L3 cache: 32 MB (total). L2 cache: 6 MB. Built on 5 nm, 6 nm process technology. Socket: AM5. Thermal design power (TDP): 105 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-5200. Passmark benchmark score: 28,325 points. Launch price was $299.
Processing Power
The Xeon E3-1245 v3 packs 4 cores / 8 threads, while the Ryzen 5 7600X offers 6 cores / 12 threads — the Ryzen 5 7600X has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.8 GHz on the Xeon E3-1245 v3 versus 5.3 GHz on the Ryzen 5 7600X — a 33% clock advantage for the Ryzen 5 7600X (base: 3.4 GHz vs 4.7 GHz). The Xeon E3-1245 v3 uses the Haswell-WS (2013−2014) architecture (22 nm), while the Ryzen 5 7600X uses Raphael (Zen4) (2022−2023) (5 nm, 6 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon E3-1245 v3 scores 7,036 against the Ryzen 5 7600X's 28,325 — a 120.4% lead for the Ryzen 5 7600X. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 1,203 vs 2,900, a 82.7% lead for the Ryzen 5 7600X that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 3,820 vs 13,800 (113.3% advantage for the Ryzen 5 7600X). L3 cache: 8192 kB (total) on the Xeon E3-1245 v3 vs 32 MB (total) on the Ryzen 5 7600X.
| Feature | Xeon E3-1245 v3 | Ryzen 5 7600X |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 8 | 6 / 12+50% |
| Boost Clock | 3.8 GHz | 5.3 GHz+39% |
| Base Clock | 3.4 GHz | 4.7 GHz+38% |
| L3 Cache | 8192 kB (total) | 32 MB (total)+300% |
| L2 Cache | 256 kB (per core) | 6 MB+2300% |
| Process | 22 nm | 5 nm, 6 nm-77% |
| Architecture | Haswell-WS (2013−2014) | Raphael (Zen4) (2022−2023) |
| PassMark | 7,036 | 28,325+303% |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 15,300 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 1,203 | 2,900+141% |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 3,820 | 13,800+261% |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon E3-1245 v3 uses the LGA1150 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Ryzen 5 7600X uses AM5 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3-1600 on the Xeon E3-1245 v3 versus DDR5-5200 on the Ryzen 5 7600X — the Ryzen 5 7600X supports 50% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Ryzen 5 7600X supports up to 128 GB of RAM compared to 32 GB — 120% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 16 (Xeon E3-1245 v3) vs 28 (Ryzen 5 7600X) — the Ryzen 5 7600X offers 12 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: LGA1150 (Xeon E3-1245 v3) and X670E,X670,B650E,B650,A620 (Ryzen 5 7600X).
| Feature | Xeon E3-1245 v3 | Ryzen 5 7600X |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1150 | AM5 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 5.0+67% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1600 | DDR5-5200+67% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 32 GB | 128 GB+300% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | 28+75% |
Advanced Features
Only the Ryzen 5 7600X has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Only the Ryzen 5 7600X supports AVX-512 instructions — important for machine learning and scientific applications. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d (Xeon E3-1245 v3) vs AMD-V (Ryzen 5 7600X). Both include integrated graphics — HD Graphics P4600 (Xeon E3-1245 v3) and AMD Radeon Graphics (2-core) (Ryzen 5 7600X) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Ryzen 5 7600X targets Gaming. Direct competitor: Ryzen 5 7600X rivals Intel Core i5-13600K.
| Feature | Xeon E3-1245 v3 | Ryzen 5 7600X |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | HD Graphics P4600 | AMD Radeon Graphics (2-core) |
| Unlocked | No | Yes |
| AVX-512 | No | Yes |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | AMD-V |
| Target Use | — | Gaming |
Value Analysis
The Xeon E3-1245 v3 launched at $490 MSRP, while the Ryzen 5 7600X debuted at $299. At current prices ($490 vs $178), the Ryzen 5 7600X is $312 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon E3-1245 v3 delivers 14.4 pts/$ vs 159.1 pts/$ for the Ryzen 5 7600X — making the Ryzen 5 7600X the 166.9% better value option.
| Feature | Xeon E3-1245 v3 | Ryzen 5 7600X |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $490 | $299-39% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $490 | $178-64% |
| Performance per Dollar | 14.4 | 159.1+1005% |
| Release Date | 2013 | 2022 |
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