Xeon E3-1276 v3 vs Core i7-7820EQ

Xeon E3-1276 v3

4 Cores8 Thrd84 WWMax: 4 GHz2014

Core i7-7820EQ

4 Cores8 Thrd45 WWMax: 3.1 GHz2017

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Xeon E3-1276 v3

4 / 8

7,543

+1.0%

7,470

0.0%

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 E3-1276 v3 is positioned at rank 416 and the Core i7-7820EQ is on rank 889, so the Xeon E3-1276 v3 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.

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 E3-1276 v3

Xeon Platinum 8454H

MSRP: $6540|Avg: N/A

5869%

Xeon W-11955M

MSRP: $623|Avg: $450

98%

Xeon Gold 6240R

MSRP: $2444|Avg: N/A

1108%

#10

Xeon 6337P

MSRP: $60|Avg: $5

985%

#15

EPYC 9174F

MSRP: $194|Avg: $30

761%

#278

Xeon Gold 5416S

MSRP: $1445|Avg: N/A

99%

#279

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3955WX

MSRP: $1149|Avg: $1130

98%

#281

EPYC 7402P

MSRP: $1280|Avg: $1090

97%

#416

Xeon E3-1276 v3

MSRP: $213|Avg: $244

100%

#425

Xeon E5-4620 v2

MSRP: $273|Avg: $30

97%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Core i7-7820EQ

#877

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

1485%

#878

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

1463%

#879

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

1343%

#880

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

1337%

#881

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

1325%

#883

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

1279%

#884

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

1227%

#885

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

1225%

#886

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

1192%

#889

Core i7-7820EQ

MSRP: $378|Avg: $378

100%

#890

Celeron 7305

MSRP: $128|Avg: $107

100%

#891

E-300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $20

99%

#892

Core i7-7820HK

MSRP: $378|Avg: N/A

99%

#895

Pentium B940

MSRP: $134|Avg: $11

99%

#896

Core i5-8305G

MSRP: $350|Avg: $350

98%

#897

Celeron 6305

MSRP: $107|Avg: $80

98%

#900

Core i7-8705G

MSRP: $400|Avg: $400

97%

#902

Pentium Dual Core T2410

MSRP: $100|Avg: $100

96%

#903

FX-8800P

MSRP: $150|Avg: $45

96%

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 Core i7-7820EQ (2017) utilizes 14 nm technology and DDR3L-1600, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Xeon E3-1276 v3	Core i7-7820EQ
Gaming	✅ Superior gaming performance	❌ Lower gaming performance
Workstation	✅ Better multi-core power	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks
Price	✅ More affordable ($244)	⚠️ Higher cost ($378)
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Legacy / 22 nm)	✨ Modern (Kaby Lake (2016−2019) / 14 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Xeon E3-1276 v3 (2014) relies on 22 nm technology and DDR3L-1333, DDR3L-1600, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Xeon E3-1276 v3	Core i7-7820EQ
Cost Efficiency	✅ Better overall value (+56%)	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅ More affordable ($244)	⚠️ Higher cost ($378)

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 E3-1276 v3 Benchmark Check

Core i7-7820EQ Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Xeon E3-1276 v3 and Core i7-7820EQ

Xeon E3-1276 v3

The Xeon E3-1276 v3 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2015-01-01. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.6 GHz, with boost up to 4 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB Intel® Smart Cache. Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1150. Thermal design power (TDP): 84 Watt. Memory support: DDR3L-1333, DDR3L-1600. Passmark benchmark score: 7,543 points. Launch price was $800.

Core i7-7820EQ

The Core i7-7820EQ is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 3 January 2017 (8 years ago). It is based on the Kaby Lake (2016−2019) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Max frequency: 3.1 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB. L2 cache: 1 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Thermal design power (TDP): 45 Watt. Memory support: DDR3L-1600. Passmark benchmark score: 7,470 points. Launch price was $378.

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Processing Power

Both the Xeon E3-1276 v3 and Core i7-7820EQ share an identical 4-core/8-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 4 GHz on the Xeon E3-1276 v3 versus 3.1 GHz on the Core i7-7820EQ — a 25.4% clock advantage for the Xeon E3-1276 v3. The Core i7-7820EQ is built on the Kaby Lake (2016−2019) architecture. In PassMark, the Xeon E3-1276 v3 scores 7,543 against the Core i7-7820EQ's 7,470 — a 1% lead for the Xeon E3-1276 v3. L3 cache: 8 MB Intel® Smart Cache on the Xeon E3-1276 v3 vs 8 MB on the Core i7-7820EQ.

Feature	Xeon E3-1276 v3	Core i7-7820EQ
Cores / Threads	4 / 8	4 / 8
Boost Clock	4 GHz+29%	3.1 GHz
Base Clock	3.6 GHz	—
L3 Cache	8 MB Intel® Smart Cache	8 MB
L2 Cache	—	1 MB
Process	22 nm	14 nm-36%
Architecture	—	Kaby Lake (2016−2019)
PassMark	7,543	7,470

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Value Analysis

The Xeon E3-1276 v3 launched at $213 MSRP, while the Core i7-7820EQ debuted at $378. At current prices ($244 vs $378), the Xeon E3-1276 v3 is $134 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon E3-1276 v3 delivers 30.9 pts/$ vs 19.8 pts/$ for the Core i7-7820EQ — making the Xeon E3-1276 v3 the 44% better value option.