CPU
GPU
Xeon E3-1286L v3
Ryzen 3 3200G
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 E3-1286L v3 is positioned at rank #424 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 E3-1286L v3
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 3 3200G
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon E3-1286L v3 | Ryzen 3 3200G |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | Balanced gaming performance | Balanced gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($67) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Legacy / 22 nm) | ✨ Modern (Picasso (2019−2022) / 12 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon E3-1286L v3 | Ryzen 3 3200G |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($67) |
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 E3-1286L v3 and Ryzen 3 3200G
Xeon E3-1286L v3
The Xeon E3-1286L v3 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2015-01-01. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.2 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): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR3L-1333, DDR3L-1600. Passmark benchmark score: 6,929 points. Launch price was $800.
Ryzen 3 3200G
The Ryzen 3 3200G is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 7 July 2019 (6 years ago). It is based on the Picasso (2019−2022) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.6 GHz, with boost up to 4 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 12 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4 Dual-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 6,999 points. Launch price was $99.
Processing Power
The Xeon E3-1286L v3 packs 4 cores / 8 threads, matching the Ryzen 3 3200G's 4 cores. Boost clocks reach 4 GHz on the Xeon E3-1286L v3 versus 4 GHz on the Ryzen 3 3200G — identical boost frequencies (base: 3.2 GHz vs 3.6 GHz). The Ryzen 3 3200G is built on the Picasso (2019−2022) architecture. In PassMark, the Xeon E3-1286L v3 scores 6,929 against the Ryzen 3 3200G's 6,999 — a 1% lead for the Ryzen 3 3200G. L3 cache: 8 MB Intel® Smart Cache on the Xeon E3-1286L v3 vs 4 MB (total) on the Ryzen 3 3200G.
| Feature | Xeon E3-1286L v3 | Ryzen 3 3200G |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 8 | 4 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 4 GHz | 4 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.2 GHz | 3.6 GHz+12% |
| L3 Cache | 8 MB Intel® Smart Cache+100% | 4 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | — | 512 kB (per core) |
| Process | 22 nm | 12 nm-45% |
| Architecture | — | Picasso (2019−2022) |
| PassMark | 6,929 | 6,999+1% |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon E3-1286L v3 uses the LGA1150 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Ryzen 3 3200G uses AM4 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Xeon E3-1286L v3 | Ryzen 3 3200G |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1150 | AM4 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | — | DDR4-2933 |
| Max RAM Capacity | — | 64 GB |
| RAM Channels | — | 2 |
| ECC Support | — | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | — | 12 |
Advanced Features
The Ryzen 3 3200G includes integrated graphics (AMD Radeon Vega 8), while the Xeon E3-1286L v3 requires a dedicated GPU.
| Feature | Xeon E3-1286L v3 | Ryzen 3 3200G |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | — | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | AMD Radeon Vega 8 |
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