Xeon E3-1265L v2 vs Core i5-7300HQ
Xeon E3-1265L v2
Core i5-7300HQ
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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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 E3-1265L v2 is positioned at rank 553 and the Core i5-7300HQ is on rank 698, so the Xeon E3-1265L v2 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
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Performance Per Dollar Xeon E3-1265L v2
Performance Per Dollar Core i5-7300HQ
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon E3-1265L v2 | Core i5-7300HQ |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | Balanced gaming performance | Balanced gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($265) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) / 22 nm) | ✨ Modern (Kaby Lake-H (2017) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon E3-1265L v2 | Core i5-7300HQ |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($265) | ✅ 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 E3-1265L v2 and Core i5-7300HQ
Xeon E3-1265L v2
The Xeon E3-1265L 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 2.5 GHz, with boost up to 3.5 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1155. Thermal design power (TDP): 45 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 5,040 points. Launch price was $142.
Core i5-7300HQ
The Core i5-7300HQ is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 3 January 2017 (8 years ago). It is based on the Kaby Lake-H (2017) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.5 GHz, with boost up to 3.5 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1440. Thermal design power (TDP): 45 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 5,077 points. Launch price was $250.
Processing Power
The Xeon E3-1265L v2 packs 4 cores / 8 threads, matching the Core i5-7300HQ's 4 cores. Boost clocks reach 3.5 GHz on the Xeon E3-1265L v2 versus 3.5 GHz on the Core i5-7300HQ — identical boost frequencies (base: 2.5 GHz vs 2.5 GHz). The Xeon E3-1265L v2 uses the Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) architecture (22 nm), while the Core i5-7300HQ uses Kaby Lake-H (2017) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon E3-1265L v2 scores 5,040 against the Core i5-7300HQ's 5,077 — a 0.7% lead for the Core i5-7300HQ. L3 cache: 8 MB (total) on the Xeon E3-1265L v2 vs 6 MB (total) on the Core i5-7300HQ.
| Feature | Xeon E3-1265L v2 | Core i5-7300HQ |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 8 | 4 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 3.5 GHz | 3.5 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.5 GHz | 2.5 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 8 MB (total)+33% | 6 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 256 kB (per core) | 256K (per core) |
| Process | 22 nm | 14 nm-36% |
| Architecture | Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) | Kaby Lake-H (2017) |
| PassMark | 5,040 | 5,077 |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon E3-1265L v2 uses the LGA1155 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the Core i5-7300HQ uses BGA1440 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Xeon E3-1265L v2 | Core i5-7300HQ |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1155 | BGA1440 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 5.0+67% | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | — | DDR4-2400 |
| Max RAM Capacity | — | 64 GB |
| RAM Channels | — | 2 |
| ECC Support | — | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | — | 16 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: not specified (Xeon E3-1265L v2) / VT-x, VT-d (Core i5-7300HQ). The Core i5-7300HQ includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics 630), while the Xeon E3-1265L v2 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i5-7300HQ targets Mobile.
| Feature | Xeon E3-1265L v2 | Core i5-7300HQ |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | — | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | HD Graphics 630 |
| Unlocked | — | No |
| AVX-512 | — | No |
| Virtualization | — | VT-x, VT-d |
| Target Use | — | Mobile |
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