Xeon E3-1260L vs Celeron N5095A

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. The Xeon E3-1260L is positioned at rank #750 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.

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 E3-1260L

#1

Xeon Platinum 8454H

MSRP: $6540|Avg: N/A

14994%

#6

Xeon Gold 6240R

MSRP: $2444|Avg: N/A

2831%

#10

Xeon 6337P

MSRP: $60|Avg: $5

2515%

#15

EPYC 9174F

MSRP: $194|Avg: $30

1943%

#434

Xeon W-3225

MSRP: $1319|Avg: $850

100%

#435

Xeon Gold 6354

MSRP: $2878|Avg: $2898

99%

#436

Xeon Gold 5218T

MSRP: $1572|Avg: $1349

98%

#437

Xeon 6960P

MSRP: $9625|Avg: $9625

98%

#438

EPYC 9555

MSRP: $9826|Avg: $7973

98%

#439

Xeon Gold 6338

MSRP: $2990|Avg: $1604

97%

#440

Xeon Gold 6538N

MSRP: $3351|Avg: $170

97%

#750

Xeon E3-1260L

MSRP: $294|Avg: $270

100%

#758

Xeon E3-1281 v3

MSRP: $555|Avg: $636

99%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar

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 Celeron N5095A (2021) utilizes 10 nm technology and DDR4, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Xeon E3-1260L	Celeron N5095A
Gaming	✅ Superior gaming performance	❌ Lower gaming performance
Workstation	✅ Better multi-core power	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks
Price	⚠️ Higher cost ($270)	✅ More affordable ($0)
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) / 32 nm)	✨ Modern (Jasper Lake (2021) / 10 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Xeon E3-1260L (2011) relies on 32 nm technology and DDR3, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Xeon E3-1260L	Celeron N5095A
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	⚠️ Higher cost ($270)	✅ More affordable ($0)

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 E3-1260L Benchmark Check

Celeron N5095A Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Xeon E3-1260L and Celeron N5095A

Xeon E3-1260L

The Xeon E3-1260L is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 3 April 2011 (14 years ago). It is based on the Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 2.4 GHz, with boost up to 3.3 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1155. Thermal design power (TDP): 45 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 4,076 points. Launch price was $150.

Celeron N5095A

The Celeron N5095A is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. It is based on the Jasper Lake (2021) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2 GHz, with boost up to 2.9 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB. L2 cache: 1.5 MB. Built on 10 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1338. Thermal design power (TDP): 15 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 4,054 points. Launch price was $69.

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Processing Power

The Xeon E3-1260L packs 4 cores / 8 threads, matching the Celeron N5095A's 4 cores. Boost clocks reach 3.3 GHz on the Xeon E3-1260L versus 2.9 GHz on the Celeron N5095A — a 12.9% clock advantage for the Xeon E3-1260L (base: 2.4 GHz vs 2 GHz). The Xeon E3-1260L uses the Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) architecture (32 nm), while the Celeron N5095A uses Jasper Lake (2021) (10 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon E3-1260L scores 4,076 against the Celeron N5095A's 4,054 — a 0.5% lead for the Xeon E3-1260L. L3 cache: 8 MB (total) on the Xeon E3-1260L vs 4 MB on the Celeron N5095A.

Feature	Xeon E3-1260L	Celeron N5095A
Cores / Threads	4 / 8	4 / 4
Boost Clock	3.3 GHz+14%	2.9 GHz
Base Clock	2.4 GHz+20%	2 GHz
L3 Cache	8 MB (total)+100%	4 MB
L2 Cache	256 kB (per core)	1.5 MB+500%
Process	32 nm	10 nm-69%
Architecture	Sandy Bridge (2011−2013)	Jasper Lake (2021)
PassMark	4,076	4,054

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Memory & Platform

The Xeon E3-1260L uses the LGA1155 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Celeron N5095A uses BGA1338 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.