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Xeon E5-2428L
Core i3-10100
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 E5-2428L is positioned at rank #800 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 E5-2428L
Performance Per Dollar Core i3-10100
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon E5-2428L | Core i3-10100 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($42) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($146) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Sandy Bridge-EN (2012) / 32 nm) | ✨ Modern (Comet Lake-S (2020) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon E5-2428L | Core i3-10100 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+247%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($42) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($146) |
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 E5-2428L and Core i3-10100
Xeon E5-2428L
The Xeon E5-2428L is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2015-01-01. It is based on the Sandy Bridge-EN (2012) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 1.8 GHz, with boost up to 2 GHz. L3 cache: 15360 kB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1356. Thermal design power (TDP): 60 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 8,500 points. Launch price was $800.
Core i3-10100
The Core i3-10100 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 30 April 2020 (5 years ago). It is based on the Comet Lake-S (2020) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.6 GHz, with boost up to 4.3 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1200. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 8,526 points. Launch price was $130.
Processing Power
The Xeon E5-2428L packs 6 cores / 12 threads, while the Core i3-10100 offers 4 cores / 8 threads — the Xeon E5-2428L has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 2 GHz on the Xeon E5-2428L versus 4.3 GHz on the Core i3-10100 — a 73% clock advantage for the Core i3-10100 (base: 1.8 GHz vs 3.6 GHz). The Xeon E5-2428L uses the Sandy Bridge-EN (2012) architecture (32 nm), while the Core i3-10100 uses Comet Lake-S (2020) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon E5-2428L scores 8,500 against the Core i3-10100's 8,526 — a 0.3% lead for the Core i3-10100. L3 cache: 15360 kB (total) on the Xeon E5-2428L vs 6 MB (total) on the Core i3-10100.
| Feature | Xeon E5-2428L | Core i3-10100 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 6 / 12+50% | 4 / 8 |
| Boost Clock | 2 GHz | 4.3 GHz+115% |
| Base Clock | 1.8 GHz | 3.6 GHz+100% |
| L3 Cache | 15360 kB (total)+150% | 6 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 256 kB (per core) | 256K (per core) |
| Process | 32 nm | 14 nm-56% |
| Architecture | Sandy Bridge-EN (2012) | Comet Lake-S (2020) |
| PassMark | 8,500 | 8,526 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 5,612 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 1,430 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 4,300 |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon E5-2428L uses the LGA1356 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Core i3-10100 uses LGA1200 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Xeon E5-2428L | Core i3-10100 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1356 | LGA1200 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 3.0+50% |
| Max RAM Speed | — | DDR4-2666 |
| Max RAM Capacity | — | 128 GB |
| RAM Channels | — | 2 |
| ECC Support | — | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | — | 16 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: not specified (Xeon E5-2428L) / VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Core i3-10100). The Core i3-10100 includes integrated graphics (UHD Graphics 630), while the Xeon E5-2428L requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i3-10100 targets Gaming. Direct competitor: Core i3-10100 rivals Ryzen 3 3300X.
| Feature | Xeon E5-2428L | Core i3-10100 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | — | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | UHD Graphics 630 |
| Unlocked | — | No |
| AVX-512 | — | No |
| Virtualization | — | VT-x, VT-d, EPT |
| Target Use | — | Gaming |
Value Analysis
The Xeon E5-2428L launched at $692 MSRP, while the Core i3-10100 debuted at $122. At current prices ($42 vs $146), the Xeon E5-2428L is $104 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon E5-2428L delivers 202.4 pts/$ vs 58.4 pts/$ for the Core i3-10100 — making the Xeon E5-2428L the 110.4% better value option.
| Feature | Xeon E5-2428L | Core i3-10100 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $692 | $122-82% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $42-71% | $146 |
| Performance per Dollar | 202.4+247% | 58.4 |
| Release Date | 2012 | 2020 |
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