Xeon E3-1286 v3
VS
Ryzen 7 3750H

Xeon E3-1286 v3 vs Ryzen 7 3750H

Intel

Xeon E3-1286 v3

4 Cores8 Thrd84 WWMax: 4.1 GHz2014
VS
AMD

Ryzen 7 3750H

4 Cores8 Thrd35 WWMax: 4 GHz2019

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 E3-1286 v3 is positioned at rank #379 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.

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 E3-1286 v3

#1
Xeon Platinum 8454H
MSRP: $6540|Avg: N/A
5275%
#2
Xeon W-11855M
MSRP: $450|Avg: $200
98%
#6
Xeon Gold 6240R
MSRP: $2444|Avg: N/A
996%
#10
Xeon 6337P
MSRP: $60|Avg: $5
885%
#15
EPYC 9174F
MSRP: $194|Avg: $30
684%
#263
Xeon 6710E
MSRP: $1565|Avg: $344
100%
#264
Ryzen 7 PRO 1700X
MSRP: $399|Avg: $180
99%
#266
EPYC 7C13
MSRP: $2000|Avg: $2000
97%
#267
Xeon Gold 6336Y
MSRP: $3245|Avg: N/A
96%
#268
Xeon w5-2565X
MSRP: $1389|Avg: $1389
96%
#379
Xeon E3-1286 v3
MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A
100%
#388
Xeon E-2234
MSRP: $250|Avg: $136
98%
Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

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🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Generational Difference: This comparison involves processors from different technological eras. The Ryzen 7 3750H (2019) utilizes 12 nm technology and DDR4, providing a fundamental performance advantage.
InsightXeon E3-1286 v3Ryzen 7 3750H
Gaming
Superior gaming performance
Lower gaming performance
Workstation
Weaker in multi-core tasks
Better multi-core power
Price
Equivalent pricing
Equivalent pricing
Longevity
🛑 Legacy (Legacy / 22 nm)
✨ Modern (Picasso (Zen+) (2019) / 12 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Xeon E3-1286 v3 (2014) relies on 22 nm technology and DDR3L-1333, DDR3L-1600, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.
InsightXeon E3-1286 v3Ryzen 7 3750H
Cost Efficiency
Lower cost efficiency
Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost
Equivalent pricing
Equivalent pricing

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.

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Xeon E3-1286 v3 and Ryzen 7 3750H

Intel

Xeon E3-1286 v3

The Xeon E3-1286 v3 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2015-01-01. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.7 GHz, with boost up to 4.1 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: 7,879 points. Launch price was $800.

AMD

Ryzen 7 3750H

The Ryzen 7 3750H is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 6 January 2019 (6 years ago). It is based on the Picasso (Zen+) (2019) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 2.3 GHz, with boost up to 4 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 12 nm process technology. Socket: FP5. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 7,990 points. Launch price was $149.

Processing Power

Both the Xeon E3-1286 v3 and Ryzen 7 3750H share an identical 4-core/8-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 4.1 GHz on the Xeon E3-1286 v3 versus 4 GHz on the Ryzen 7 3750H — a 2.5% clock advantage for the Xeon E3-1286 v3 (base: 3.7 GHz vs 2.3 GHz). The Ryzen 7 3750H is built on the Picasso (Zen+) (2019) architecture. In PassMark, the Xeon E3-1286 v3 scores 7,879 against the Ryzen 7 3750H's 7,990 — a 1.4% lead for the Ryzen 7 3750H. L3 cache: 8 MB Intel® Smart Cache on the Xeon E3-1286 v3 vs 4 MB (total) on the Ryzen 7 3750H.

FeatureXeon E3-1286 v3Ryzen 7 3750H
Cores / Threads
4 / 8
4 / 8
Boost Clock
4.1 GHz+2%
4 GHz
Base Clock
3.7 GHz+61%
2.3 GHz
L3 Cache
8 MB Intel® Smart Cache+100%
4 MB (total)
L2 Cache
512K (per core)
Process
22 nm
12 nm-45%
Architecture
Picasso (Zen+) (2019)
PassMark
7,879
7,990+1%
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Memory & Platform

The Xeon E3-1286 v3 uses the LGA1150 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Ryzen 7 3750H uses FP5 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.

FeatureXeon E3-1286 v3Ryzen 7 3750H
Socket
LGA1150
FP5
PCIe Generation
PCIe 3.0
PCIe 3.0