Xeon E5440 vs Core i3-3245

Xeon E5440

4 Cores4 Thrd80 WWMax: 0.83 GHz2007

Core i3-3245

2 Cores4 Thrd55 WW2013

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Xeon E5440

4 / 4

2,367

0.0%

2,412

+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 E5440 is positioned at rank 1008 and the Core i3-3245 is on rank 794, so the Core i3-3245 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 E5440

Xeon Platinum 8454H

MSRP: $6540|Avg: N/A

60590%

Xeon Gold 6240R

MSRP: $2444|Avg: N/A

11440%

#10

Xeon 6337P

MSRP: $60|Avg: $5

10164%

#15

EPYC 9174F

MSRP: $194|Avg: $30

7852%

#540

Xeon E7-8891 v3

MSRP: $6841|Avg: $418

92%

#541

Xeon E5-4669 v4

MSRP: $7007|Avg: $300

73%

#1008

Xeon E5440

MSRP: $690|Avg: $37

100%

#1009

Xeon E5-2643

MSRP: $1552|Avg: $50

98%

#1010

Xeon E5-2637

MSRP: $885|Avg: $40

98%

#1011

Xeon W3570

MSRP: $999|Avg: $15

95%

#1013

Xeon E5-4620

MSRP: $2141|Avg: $400

90%

#1014

Xeon E5-2680

MSRP: $3226|Avg: $40

84%

#1016

Xeon E5-4640

MSRP: $2725|Avg: N/A

75%

#1018

Xeon E5-4650

MSRP: $3616|Avg: $71

69%

#1019

Xeon E5-4655 v4

MSRP: $4616|Avg: N/A

69%

#1020

Xeon E5-4650L

MSRP: $3616|Avg: N/A

69%

#1021

Xeon E-2224

MSRP: $3226|Avg: $195

65%

#1022

Athlon MP 2400+

MSRP: $151|Avg: $20

59%

#1023

Xeon E5-2650L v2

MSRP: $4115|Avg: $1078

54%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Core i3-3245

Ryzen 9 7950X

MSRP: $194|Avg: $20

15508%

Core i9-10900T

MSRP: $120|Avg: $5

14654%

Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE

MSRP: $423|Avg: $5

10640%

Ryzen Threadripper 3960X

MSRP: $1399|Avg: $85

3205%

Ryzen 9 9950X

MSRP: $649|Avg: $129

2539%

Ryzen 5 8400F

MSRP: $303|Avg: $55

2221%

Ryzen 7 PRO 2700

MSRP: $299|Avg: $60

1272%

Ryzen 5 2600X

MSRP: $229|Avg: $55

1256%

Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G

MSRP: $150|Avg: $60

1143%

#10

Core Ultra 5 245KF

MSRP: $294|Avg: $189

1143%

#11

Ryzen 5 5500

MSRP: $159|Avg: $85

1130%

#12

Ryzen 5 3600

MSRP: $199|Avg: $80

1100%

#13

Core i3-9100E

MSRP: $202|Avg: $30

1084%

#14

Core Ultra 5 245K

MSRP: $319|Avg: $200

1080%

#15

Core i3-8300T

MSRP: $138|Avg: $25

1070%

#294

Core i9-7920X

MSRP: $1199|Avg: $236

98%

#394

Ryzen 3 2200GE

MSRP: $300|Avg: $300

98%

#794

Core i3-3245

MSRP: $120|Avg: $50

100%

#796

FX-4170

MSRP: $157|Avg: $23

99%

#798

Athlon II X3 415e

MSRP: $75|Avg: $15

98%

#799

Core i5-2300

MSRP: $177|Avg: $17

98%

#800

Core i7-4820K

MSRP: $332|Avg: $40

98%

#802

Core i7-3770K

MSRP: $332|Avg: $75

97%

#803

Core i5-4460T

MSRP: $187|Avg: $30

97%

#804

Core i3-3220

MSRP: $117|Avg: $88

97%

#805

Core i7-3770T

MSRP: $278|Avg: $105

97%

#807

Pentium G645T

MSRP: $64|Avg: $15

96%

#808

Pentium G620

MSRP: $64|Avg: $12

96%

#809

Core i5-7442EQ

MSRP: $250|Avg: $50

96%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

About PassMark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Generational Difference: This comparison involves processors from different technological eras. The Core i3-3245 (2013) utilizes 22 nm technology and DDR3-1333, DDR3-1600, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Xeon E5440	Core i3-3245
Gaming	✅ Superior gaming performance	❌ Lower gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	✅ More affordable ($37)	⚠️ Higher cost ($50)
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Harpertown (2007−2008) / 45 nm)	🛑 Legacy (Legacy / 22 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Xeon E5440 (2007) relies on 45 nm technology and **DDR2, DDR3 Depends on motherboard**, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Xeon E5440	Core i3-3245
Cost Efficiency	✅ Better overall value (+33%)	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅ More affordable ($37)	⚠️ Higher cost ($50)

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 E5440 Benchmark Check

Core i3-3245 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Xeon E5440 and Core i3-3245

Xeon E5440

The Xeon E5440 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 2.83 GHz, with boost up to 0.83 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: 2,367 points. Launch price was $690.

Core i3-3245

The Core i3-3245 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 April 2013 (12 years ago). It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency: 3.4 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB Intel® Smart Cache. Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1155. Thermal design power (TDP): 55 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-1333, DDR3-1600. Passmark benchmark score: 2,412 points. Launch price was $69.

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Processing Power

The Xeon E5440 packs 4 cores / 4 threads, while the Core i3-3245 offers 2 cores / 4 threads — the Xeon E5440 has 2 more cores. The Xeon E5440 is built on the Harpertown (2007−2008) architecture. In PassMark, the Xeon E5440 scores 2,367 against the Core i3-3245's 2,412 — a 1.9% lead for the Core i3-3245. L3 cache: 12 MB L2 Cache on the Xeon E5440 vs 3 MB Intel® Smart Cache on the Core i3-3245.

Feature	Xeon E5440	Core i3-3245
Cores / Threads	4 / 4+100%	2 / 4
Boost Clock	0.83 GHz	—
Base Clock	2.83 GHz	3.4 GHz+20%
L3 Cache	12 MB L2 Cache+300%	3 MB Intel® Smart Cache
L2 Cache	6 MB (total)	—
Process	45 nm	22 nm-51%
Architecture	Harpertown (2007−2008)	—
PassMark	2,367	2,412+2%

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Memory & Platform

The Xeon E5440 uses the LGA771 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Core i3-3245 uses LGA1155 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.

Feature	Xeon E5440	Core i3-3245
Socket	LGA771	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

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Advanced Features

Virtualization: not specified (Xeon E5440) / VT-x (Core i3-3245). The Core i3-3245 includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics 4000), while the Xeon E5440 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i3-3245 targets Desktop.

Feature	Xeon E5440	Core i3-3245
Integrated GPU	—	Yes
IGPU Model	—	HD Graphics 4000
Unlocked	—	No
AVX-512	—	No
Virtualization	—	VT-x
Target Use	—	Desktop

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Value Analysis

The Xeon E5440 launched at $690 MSRP, while the Core i3-3245 debuted at $120. At current prices ($37 vs $50), the Xeon E5440 is $13 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon E5440 delivers 64.0 pts/$ vs 48.2 pts/$ for the Core i3-3245 — making the Xeon E5440 the 28% better value option.