Xeon E5410 vs Core i3-2102
Xeon E5410
Core i3-2102
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. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money. The Xeon E5410 is positioned at rank 918 and the Core i3-2102 is on rank 857, so the Core i3-2102 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Xeon E5410
Performance Per Dollar Core i3-2102
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon E5410 | Core i3-2102 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($20) | ✅ More affordable ($15) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Harpertown (2007−2008) / 45 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) / 32 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon E5410 | Core i3-2102 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+33%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($20) | ✅ 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.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of Xeon E5410 and Core i3-2102
Xeon E5410
The Xeon E5410 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 11 November 2007 (18 years ago). It is based on the Harpertown (2007−2008) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.33 GHz, with boost up to 0.33 GHz. L3 cache: 12 MB L2 Cache. L2 cache: 6 MB (total). Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: LGA771. Thermal design power (TDP): 80 Watt. Memory support: DDR2, DDR3 Depends on motherboard. Passmark benchmark score: 2,032 points. Launch price was $256.
Core i3-2102
The Core i3-2102 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 June 2011 (14 years ago). It is based on the Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.1 GHz, with boost up to 3.1 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1155. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 2,029 points. Launch price was $69.
Processing Power
The Xeon E5410 packs 4 cores / 4 threads, while the Core i3-2102 offers 2 cores / 4 threads — the Xeon E5410 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 0.33 GHz on the Xeon E5410 versus 3.1 GHz on the Core i3-2102 — a 161.5% clock advantage for the Core i3-2102 (base: 2.33 GHz vs 3.1 GHz). The Xeon E5410 uses the Harpertown (2007−2008) architecture (45 nm), while the Core i3-2102 uses Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) (32 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon E5410 scores 2,032 against the Core i3-2102's 2,029 — a 0.1% lead for the Xeon E5410. L3 cache: 12 MB L2 Cache on the Xeon E5410 vs 3 MB (total) on the Core i3-2102.
| Feature | Xeon E5410 | Core i3-2102 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 4+100% | 2 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 0.33 GHz | 3.1 GHz+839% |
| Base Clock | 2.33 GHz | 3.1 GHz+33% |
| L3 Cache | 12 MB L2 Cache+300% | 3 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 6 MB (total)+2300% | 256 kB (per core) |
| Process | 45 nm | 32 nm-29% |
| Architecture | Harpertown (2007−2008) | Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) |
| PassMark | 2,032 | 2,029 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 515 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 1,082 |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon E5410 uses the LGA771 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Core i3-2102 uses LGA1155 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR2-667 on the Xeon E5410 versus DDR3-1333 on the Core i3-2102 — the Core i3-2102 supports 40% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. Both support up to 32 GB of RAM. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 0 (Xeon E5410) vs 16 (Core i3-2102) — the Core i3-2102 offers 16 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives.
| Feature | Xeon E5410 | Core i3-2102 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA771 | LGA1155 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 2.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR2-667 | DDR3-1333+50% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 32 GB | 32 GB |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 0 | 16 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Both support VT-x virtualization. The Core i3-2102 includes integrated graphics (Intel HD Graphics 2000), while the Xeon E5410 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Xeon E5410 targets Server, Core i3-2102 targets Office Desktop.
| Feature | Xeon E5410 | Core i3-2102 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | Intel HD Graphics 2000 |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x | VT-x |
| Target Use | Server | Office Desktop |
Value Analysis
The Xeon E5410 launched at $256 MSRP, while the Core i3-2102 debuted at $117. At current prices ($20 vs $15), the Core i3-2102 is $5 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon E5410 delivers 101.6 pts/$ vs 135.3 pts/$ for the Core i3-2102 — making the Core i3-2102 the 28.4% better value option.
| Feature | Xeon E5410 | Core i3-2102 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $256 | $117-54% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $20 | $15-25% |
| Performance per Dollar | 101.6 | 135.3+33% |
| Release Date | 2007 | 2011 |
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