Xeon E3-1265L v2 vs Processor N150
Xeon E3-1265L v2
Processor N150
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 Processor N150 is on rank 118, so the Processor N150 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
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Performance Per Dollar Xeon E3-1265L v2
Performance Per Dollar Processor N150
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon E3-1265L v2 | Processor N150 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($265) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) / 22 nm) | ✨ Modern (Twin Lake (2024−2025) / 10 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon E3-1265L v2 | Processor N150 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Processor N150
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.
Processor N150
The Processor N150 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 20 November 2024 (1 year ago). It is based on the Twin Lake (2024−2025) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 0.1 GHz, with boost up to 3.6 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB (total). L2 cache: 2 MB (total). Built on 10 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1264. Thermal design power (TDP): + 6 MB. Memory support: DDR4, DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 5,016 points. Launch price was $149.
Processing Power
The Xeon E3-1265L v2 packs 4 cores / 8 threads, matching the Processor N150's 4 cores. Boost clocks reach 3.5 GHz on the Xeon E3-1265L v2 versus 3.6 GHz on the Processor N150 — a 2.8% clock advantage for the Processor N150 (base: 2.5 GHz vs 0.1 GHz). The Xeon E3-1265L v2 uses the Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) architecture (22 nm), while the Processor N150 uses Twin Lake (2024−2025) (10 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon E3-1265L v2 scores 5,040 against the Processor N150's 5,016 — a 0.5% lead for the Xeon E3-1265L v2. L3 cache: 8 MB (total) on the Xeon E3-1265L v2 vs 6 MB (total) on the Processor N150.
| Feature | Xeon E3-1265L v2 | Processor N150 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 8 | 4 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 3.5 GHz | 3.6 GHz+3% |
| Base Clock | 2.5 GHz+2400% | 0.1 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 8 MB (total)+33% | 6 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 256 kB (per core) | 2 MB (total)+700% |
| Process | 22 nm | 10 nm-55% |
| Architecture | Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) | Twin Lake (2024−2025) |
| PassMark | 5,040 | 5,016 |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon E3-1265L v2 uses the LGA1155 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the Processor N150 uses FCBGA1264 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Xeon E3-1265L v2 | Processor N150 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1155 | FCBGA1264 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 5.0+25% | PCIe 4.0 |
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