Xeon E5-2407 vs Core i3-3250T
Xeon E5-2407
Core i3-3250T
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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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 E5-2407 is positioned at rank 852 and the Core i3-3250T is on rank 811, so the Core i3-3250T offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Xeon E5-2407
Performance Per Dollar Core i3-3250T
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon E5-2407 | Core i3-3250T |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($25) | ✅ More affordable ($15) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Sandy Bridge-EN (2012) / 32 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) / 22 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon E5-2407 | Core i3-3250T |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+66%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($25) | ✅ More affordable ($15) |
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.
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Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of Xeon E5-2407 and Core i3-3250T
Xeon E5-2407
The Xeon E5-2407 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 14 May 2012 (13 years ago). It is based on the Sandy Bridge-EN (2012) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.2 GHz, with boost up to 2.2 GHz. L3 cache: 10240 kB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1356. Thermal design power (TDP): 80 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 2,659 points. Launch price was $335.
Core i3-3250T
The Core i3-3250T is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 9 June 2013 (12 years ago). It is based on the Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3 GHz, with boost up to 3 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1155. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-1333, DDR3-1600. Passmark benchmark score: 2,650 points. Launch price was $69.
Processing Power
The Xeon E5-2407 packs 4 cores / 4 threads, while the Core i3-3250T offers 2 cores / 4 threads — the Xeon E5-2407 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 2.2 GHz on the Xeon E5-2407 versus 3 GHz on the Core i3-3250T — a 30.8% clock advantage for the Core i3-3250T (base: 2.2 GHz vs 3 GHz). The Xeon E5-2407 uses the Sandy Bridge-EN (2012) architecture (32 nm), while the Core i3-3250T uses Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) (22 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon E5-2407 scores 2,659 against the Core i3-3250T's 2,650 — a 0.3% lead for the Xeon E5-2407. L3 cache: 10240 kB (total) on the Xeon E5-2407 vs 3 MB (total) on the Core i3-3250T.
| Feature | Xeon E5-2407 | Core i3-3250T |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 4+100% | 2 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 2.2 GHz | 3 GHz+36% |
| Base Clock | 2.2 GHz | 3 GHz+36% |
| L3 Cache | 10240 kB (total)+233% | 3 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 256 kB (per core) | 256 kB (per core) |
| Process | 32 nm | 22 nm-31% |
| Architecture | Sandy Bridge-EN (2012) | Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) |
| PassMark | 2,659 | 2,650 |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon E5-2407 uses the LGA1356 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Core i3-3250T uses LGA1155 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Xeon E5-2407 | Core i3-3250T |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1356 | LGA1155 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 3.0+50% |
| Max RAM Speed | — | DDR3-1600 |
| Max RAM Capacity | — | 32 GB |
| RAM Channels | — | 2 |
| ECC Support | — | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | — | 16 |
Advanced Features
The Core i3-3250T includes integrated graphics (Intel HD Graphics 2500), while the Xeon E5-2407 requires a dedicated GPU.
| Feature | Xeon E5-2407 | Core i3-3250T |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | — | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | Intel HD Graphics 2500 |
Value Analysis
The Xeon E5-2407 launched at $250 MSRP, while the Core i3-3250T debuted at $138. At current prices ($25 vs $15), the Core i3-3250T is $10 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon E5-2407 delivers 106.4 pts/$ vs 176.7 pts/$ for the Core i3-3250T — making the Core i3-3250T the 49.7% better value option.
| Feature | Xeon E5-2407 | Core i3-3250T |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $250 | $138-45% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $25 | $15-40% |
| Performance per Dollar | 106.4 | 176.7+66% |
| Release Date | 2012 | 2013 |
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