Xeon E3-1268L v5 vs Core i3-8300
Xeon E3-1268L v5
Core i3-8300
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. The Xeon E3-1268L v5 is positioned at rank #455 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 E3-1268L v5
Performance Per Dollar Core i3-8300
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon E3-1268L v5 | Core i3-8300 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($93) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($136) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Skylake-DT (2015) / 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Coffee Lake (2017−2019) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon E3-1268L v5 | Core i3-8300 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+45%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($93) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($136) |
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 E3-1268L v5 and Core i3-8300
Xeon E3-1268L v5
The Xeon E3-1268L v5 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 19 October 2015 (10 years ago). It is based on the Skylake-DT (2015) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 2.4 GHz, with boost up to 3.4 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1151. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR3, DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 6,334 points. Launch price was $377.
Core i3-8300
The Core i3-8300 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 14 February 2018 (7 years ago). It is based on the Coffee Lake (2017−2019) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.7 GHz, with boost up to 3.7 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1151. Thermal design power (TDP): 62 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2400. Passmark benchmark score: 6,370 points. Launch price was $138.
Processing Power
The Xeon E3-1268L v5 packs 4 cores / 8 threads, matching the Core i3-8300's 4 cores. Boost clocks reach 3.4 GHz on the Xeon E3-1268L v5 versus 3.7 GHz on the Core i3-8300 — a 8.5% clock advantage for the Core i3-8300 (base: 2.4 GHz vs 3.7 GHz). The Xeon E3-1268L v5 uses the Skylake-DT (2015) architecture (14 nm), while the Core i3-8300 uses Coffee Lake (2017−2019) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon E3-1268L v5 scores 6,334 against the Core i3-8300's 6,370 — a 0.6% lead for the Core i3-8300. Both processors carry 8 MB (total) of L3 cache.
| Feature | Xeon E3-1268L v5 | Core i3-8300 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 8 | 4 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 3.4 GHz | 3.7 GHz+9% |
| Base Clock | 2.4 GHz | 3.7 GHz+54% |
| L3 Cache | 8 MB (total) | 8 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 256 kB (per core) | 256K (per core) |
| Process | 14 nm | 14 nm |
| Architecture | Skylake-DT (2015) | Coffee Lake (2017−2019) |
| PassMark | 6,334 | 6,370 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 1,327 |
Memory & Platform
Both processors use the LGA1151 socket with PCIe 3.0.
| Feature | Xeon E3-1268L v5 | Core i3-8300 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1151 | LGA1151 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | 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 E3-1268L v5) / VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Core i3-8300). The Core i3-8300 includes integrated graphics (UHD Graphics 630), while the Xeon E3-1268L v5 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i3-8300 targets Mainstream Desktop. Direct competitor: Core i3-8300 rivals Ryzen 3 2300X.
| Feature | Xeon E3-1268L v5 | Core i3-8300 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | — | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | UHD Graphics 630 |
| Unlocked | — | No |
| AVX-512 | — | No |
| Virtualization | — | VT-x, VT-d, EPT |
| Target Use | — | Mainstream Desktop |
Value Analysis
The Xeon E3-1268L v5 launched at $377 MSRP, while the Core i3-8300 debuted at $138. At current prices ($93 vs $136), the Xeon E3-1268L v5 is $43 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon E3-1268L v5 delivers 68.1 pts/$ vs 46.8 pts/$ for the Core i3-8300 — making the Xeon E3-1268L v5 the 37% better value option.
| Feature | Xeon E3-1268L v5 | Core i3-8300 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $377 | $138-63% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $93-32% | $136 |
| Performance per Dollar | 68.1+46% | 46.8 |
| Release Date | 2015 | 2018 |
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