Xeon E5-4620 v2 vs Core i3-N305

Xeon E5-4620 v2

8 Cores16 Thrd95 WWMax: 3 GHz2014

Core i3-N305

8 Cores8 Thrd15 WWMax: 3.8 GHz2023

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Xeon E5-4620 v2

8 / 16

9,424

0.0%

9,600

+1.9%

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. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money. The Xeon E5-4620 v2 is positioned at rank 425 and the Core i3-N305 is on rank 681, so the Xeon E5-4620 v2 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar Xeon E5-4620 v2

Xeon Platinum 8454H

MSRP: $6540|Avg: N/A

6020%

Xeon W-11865MLE

MSRP: $467|Avg: $350

99%

Xeon Gold 6240R

MSRP: $2444|Avg: N/A

1137%

#10

Xeon 6337P

MSRP: $60|Avg: $5

1010%

#15

EPYC 9174F

MSRP: $194|Avg: $30

780%

#281

EPYC 7402P

MSRP: $1280|Avg: $1090

99%

#282

Xeon w5-3525

MSRP: $1339|Avg: $1392

98%

#283

Xeon W-1290T

MSRP: $546|Avg: $494

98%

#284

Xeon D-1581

MSRP: $400|Avg: $400

95%

#425

Xeon E5-4620 v2

MSRP: $273|Avg: $30

100%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Core i3-N305

#669

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

944%

#670

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

930%

#671

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

854%

#672

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

850%

#673

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

843%

#675

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

814%

#676

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

780%

#677

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

779%

#678

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

758%

#681

Core i3-N305

MSRP: $309|Avg: $309

100%

#695

Processor N95

MSRP: $160|Avg: $80

96%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

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🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Generational Difference: This comparison involves processors from different technological eras. The Core i3-N305 (2023) utilizes Intel 7 nm technology and DDR4, DDR5, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Xeon E5-4620 v2	Core i3-N305
Gaming	❌ Lower gaming performance	✅ Superior gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	✅ More affordable ($30)	⚠️ Higher cost ($309)
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Legacy / 22 nm)	✨ Modern (Alder Lake-N (2023) / Intel 7 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Xeon E5-4620 v2 (2014) relies on 22 nm technology and DDR3-800, DDR3-1066, DDR3-1333, DDR3-1600, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Xeon E5-4620 v2	Core i3-N305
Cost Efficiency	✅ Better overall value (+911%)	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅ More affordable ($30)	⚠️ Higher cost ($309)

Performance Check

Paired with RTX 4090

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.

Xeon E5-4620 v2 Benchmark Check

Core i3-N305 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Xeon E5-4620 v2 and Core i3-N305

Xeon E5-4620 v2

The Xeon E5-4620 v2 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2015-01-01. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 2.6 GHz, with boost up to 3 GHz. L3 cache: 20 MB Intel® Smart Cache. Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA2011. Thermal design power (TDP): 95 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-800, DDR3-1066, DDR3-1333, DDR3-1600. Passmark benchmark score: 9,424 points. Launch price was $800.

Core i3-N305

The Core i3-N305 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 3 January 2023 (2 years ago). It is based on the Alder Lake-N (2023) architecture. It features 8 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 0.1 GHz, with boost up to 3.8 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB (total). L2 cache: 2 MB (per module). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1264. Thermal design power (TDP): 15 Watt. Memory support: DDR4, DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 9,600 points. Launch price was $309.

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Processing Power

The Xeon E5-4620 v2 packs 8 cores / 16 threads, matching the Core i3-N305's 8 cores. Boost clocks reach 3 GHz on the Xeon E5-4620 v2 versus 3.8 GHz on the Core i3-N305 — a 23.5% clock advantage for the Core i3-N305 (base: 2.6 GHz vs 0.1 GHz). The Core i3-N305 is built on the Alder Lake-N (2023) architecture. In PassMark, the Xeon E5-4620 v2 scores 9,424 against the Core i3-N305's 9,600 — a 1.9% lead for the Core i3-N305. L3 cache: 20 MB Intel® Smart Cache on the Xeon E5-4620 v2 vs 6 MB (total) on the Core i3-N305.

Feature	Xeon E5-4620 v2	Core i3-N305
Cores / Threads	8 / 16	8 / 8
Boost Clock	3 GHz	3.8 GHz+27%
Base Clock	2.6 GHz+2500%	0.1 GHz
L3 Cache	20 MB Intel® Smart Cache+233%	6 MB (total)
L2 Cache	—	2 MB (per module)
Process	22 nm	Intel 7 nm-68%
Architecture	—	Alder Lake-N (2023)
PassMark	9,424	9,600+2%

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Memory & Platform

The Xeon E5-4620 v2 uses the LGA2011 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i3-N305 uses FCBGA1264 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.

Feature	Xeon E5-4620 v2	Core i3-N305
Socket	LGA2011	FCBGA1264
PCIe Generation	PCIe 3.0	PCIe 5.0+67%

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Value Analysis

The Xeon E5-4620 v2 launched at $273 MSRP, while the Core i3-N305 debuted at $309. At current prices ($30 vs $309), the Xeon E5-4620 v2 is $279 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon E5-4620 v2 delivers 314.1 pts/$ vs 31.1 pts/$ for the Core i3-N305 — making the Xeon E5-4620 v2 the 164% better value option.