Xeon E3110 vs Ryzen 5 3600
Xeon E3110
Ryzen 5 3600
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 E3110 is positioned at rank #965 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 E3110
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 5 3600
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon E3110 | Ryzen 5 3600 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($158) | ✅ More affordable ($80) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Legacy / 45 nm) | ✨ Modern (Matisse (2019−2020) / 7 nm, 12 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon E3110 | Ryzen 5 3600 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+2597%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($158) | ✅ More affordable ($80) |
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 E3110 and Ryzen 5 3600
Xeon E3110
The Xeon E3110 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2015-01-01. Base frequency: 3 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB L2 Cache. Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: LGA775. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 1,295 points. Launch price was $800.
Ryzen 5 3600
The Ryzen 5 3600 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 7 July 2019 (6 years ago). It is based on the Matisse (2019−2020) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 3.6 GHz, with boost up to 4.2 GHz. L3 cache: 32 MB (total). L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 7 nm, 12 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4 Dual-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 17,685 points. Launch price was $199.
Processing Power
The Ryzen 5 3600 is built on the Matisse (2019−2020) architecture. In PassMark, the Xeon E3110 scores 1,295 against the Ryzen 5 3600's 17,685 — a 172.7% lead for the Ryzen 5 3600. L3 cache: 6 MB L2 Cache on the Xeon E3110 vs 32 MB (total) on the Ryzen 5 3600.
| Feature | Xeon E3110 | Ryzen 5 3600 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | — | 6 / 12 |
| Boost Clock | — | 4.2 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3 GHz | 3.6 GHz+20% |
| L3 Cache | 6 MB L2 Cache | 32 MB (total)+433% |
| L2 Cache | — | 512K (per core) |
| Process | 45 nm | 7 nm, 12 nm-84% |
| Architecture | — | Matisse (2019−2020) |
| PassMark | 1,295 | 17,685+1266% |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 9,500 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 1,295 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 1,898 |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon E3110 uses the LGA775 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Ryzen 5 3600 uses AM4 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Xeon E3110 | Ryzen 5 3600 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA775 | AM4 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 4.0+100% |
| Max RAM Speed | — | DDR4-3200 |
| Max RAM Capacity | — | 128 GB |
| RAM Channels | — | 2 |
| ECC Support | — | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | — | 24 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: not specified (Xeon E3110) / Yes (Ryzen 5 3600). Primary use case: Ryzen 5 3600 targets Gaming/Budget Workstation. Direct competitor: Ryzen 5 3600 rivals Core i5-10400.
| Feature | Xeon E3110 | Ryzen 5 3600 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | — | No |
| Unlocked | — | Yes |
| AVX-512 | — | No |
| Virtualization | — | Yes |
| Target Use | — | Gaming/Budget Workstation |
Value Analysis
The Xeon E3110 launched at $214 MSRP, while the Ryzen 5 3600 debuted at $199. At current prices ($158 vs $80), the Ryzen 5 3600 is $78 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon E3110 delivers 8.2 pts/$ vs 221.1 pts/$ for the Ryzen 5 3600 — making the Ryzen 5 3600 the 185.7% better value option.
| Feature | Xeon E3110 | Ryzen 5 3600 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $214 | $199-7% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $158 | $80-49% |
| Performance per Dollar | 8.2 | 221.1+2596% |
| Release Date | 2008 | 2019 |
Top Performing CPUs
The most powerful cpus ranked by PassMark CPU Mark benchmark scores.
You May Also Compare
Similar CPU comparisons based on Xeon E3110 and Ryzen 5 3600
