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Xeon E3-1545M v5
Ryzen 3 2300X
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 E3-1545M v5 is positioned at rank #771 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 E3-1545M v5
Performance Per Dollar
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon E3-1545M v5 | Ryzen 3 2300X |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($636) | ✅ More affordable ($129) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Skylake-H (2015−2016) / 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Zen+ (2018−2019) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon E3-1545M v5 | Ryzen 3 2300X |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+388%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($636) | ✅ More affordable ($129) |
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 E3-1545M v5 and Ryzen 3 2300X
Xeon E3-1545M v5
The Xeon E3-1545M v5 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 24 January 2016 (9 years ago). It is based on the Skylake-H (2015−2016) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 2.9 GHz, with boost up to 3.8 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1440. Thermal design power (TDP): 45 Watt. Memory support: DDR3, DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 7,640 points. Launch price was $679.
Ryzen 3 2300X
The Ryzen 3 2300X is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 1 August 2018 (7 years ago). It is based on the Zen+ (2018−2019) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.5 GHz, with boost up to 4.2 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4 Dual-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 7,564 points. Launch price was $149.
Processing Power
The Xeon E3-1545M v5 packs 4 cores / 8 threads, matching the Ryzen 3 2300X's 4 cores. Boost clocks reach 3.8 GHz on the Xeon E3-1545M v5 versus 4.2 GHz on the Ryzen 3 2300X — a 10% clock advantage for the Ryzen 3 2300X (base: 2.9 GHz vs 3.5 GHz). The Xeon E3-1545M v5 uses the Skylake-H (2015−2016) architecture (14 nm), while the Ryzen 3 2300X uses Zen+ (2018−2019) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon E3-1545M v5 scores 7,640 against the Ryzen 3 2300X's 7,564 — a 1% lead for the Xeon E3-1545M v5. L3 cache: 8 MB (total) on the Xeon E3-1545M v5 vs 4 MB (total) on the Ryzen 3 2300X.
| Feature | Xeon E3-1545M v5 | Ryzen 3 2300X |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 8 | 4 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 3.8 GHz | 4.2 GHz+11% |
| Base Clock | 2.9 GHz | 3.5 GHz+21% |
| L3 Cache | 8 MB (total)+100% | 4 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 256 kB (per core) | 512K (per core)+100% |
| Process | 14 nm | 14 nm |
| Architecture | Skylake-H (2015−2016) | Zen+ (2018−2019) |
| PassMark | 7,640+1% | 7,564 |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon E3-1545M v5 uses the BGA1440 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Ryzen 3 2300X uses AM4 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Xeon E3-1545M v5 | Ryzen 3 2300X |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | BGA1440 | AM4 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
Value Analysis
The Xeon E3-1545M v5 launched at $581 MSRP, while the Ryzen 3 2300X debuted at $129.
| Feature | Xeon E3-1545M v5 | Ryzen 3 2300X |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $581 | $129-78% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $636 | — |
| Release Date | 2016 | 2018 |
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