CPU
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Xeon E3-1260L
Opteron 3365
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 E3-1260L is positioned at rank 750 and the Opteron 3365 is on rank 83, so the Opteron 3365 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Xeon E3-1260L
Performance Per Dollar Opteron 3365
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon E3-1260L | Opteron 3365 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | Balanced gaming performance | Balanced gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($270) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) / 32 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Delhi (2012−2013) / 32 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon E3-1260L | Opteron 3365 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($270) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
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 E3-1260L and Opteron 3365
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.
Opteron 3365
The Opteron 3365 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2015-01-01. It is based on the Delhi (2012−2013) architecture. It features 8 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 2.3 GHz, with boost up to 3.3 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 4 MB. Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: AM3+. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 4,125 points. Launch price was $800.
Processing Power
The Xeon E3-1260L packs 4 cores / 8 threads, while the Opteron 3365 offers 8 cores / 8 threads — the Opteron 3365 has 4 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.3 GHz on the Xeon E3-1260L versus 3.3 GHz on the Opteron 3365 — identical boost frequencies (base: 2.4 GHz vs 2.3 GHz). The Xeon E3-1260L uses the Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) architecture (32 nm), while the Opteron 3365 uses Delhi (2012−2013) (32 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon E3-1260L scores 4,076 against the Opteron 3365's 4,125 — a 1.2% lead for the Opteron 3365. Both processors carry 8 MB (total) of L3 cache.
| Feature | Xeon E3-1260L | Opteron 3365 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 8 | 8 / 8+100% |
| Boost Clock | 3.3 GHz | 3.3 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.4 GHz+4% | 2.3 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 8 MB (total) | 8 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 256 kB (per core) | 4 MB+1500% |
| Process | 32 nm | 32 nm |
| Architecture | Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) | Delhi (2012−2013) |
| PassMark | 4,076 | 4,125+1% |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon E3-1260L uses the LGA1155 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Opteron 3365 uses AM3+ (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Xeon E3-1260L | Opteron 3365 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1155 | AM3+ |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 3.0+50% |
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