Xeon E5462 vs Celeron G3930TE
Xeon E5462
Celeron G3930TE
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 E5462 is positioned at rank 955 and the Celeron G3930TE is on rank 403, so the Celeron G3930TE offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Xeon E5462
Performance Per Dollar Celeron G3930TE
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon E5462 | Celeron G3930TE |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($45) | ✅ More affordable ($29) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Harpertown (2007−2008) / 45 nm) | ✨ Modern (Kaby Lake (2016−2019) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon E5462 | Celeron G3930TE |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+56%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($45) | ✅ More affordable ($29) |
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 E5462 and Celeron G3930TE
Xeon E5462
The Xeon E5462 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 2.8 GHz, with boost up to 2.8 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: 2,213 points. Launch price was $797.
Celeron G3930TE
The Celeron G3930TE is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 12 June 2017 (8 years ago). It is based on the Kaby Lake (2016−2019) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 2.7 GHz, with boost up to 2.7 GHz. L3 cache: 2 MB. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1151. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2133, DDR3L-1600. Passmark benchmark score: 2,218 points. Launch price was $42.
Processing Power
The Xeon E5462 packs 4 cores / 4 threads, while the Celeron G3930TE offers 2 cores / 2 threads — the Xeon E5462 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 2.8 GHz on the Xeon E5462 versus 2.7 GHz on the Celeron G3930TE — a 3.6% clock advantage for the Xeon E5462 (base: 2.8 GHz vs 2.7 GHz). The Xeon E5462 uses the Harpertown (2007−2008) architecture (45 nm), while the Celeron G3930TE uses Kaby Lake (2016−2019) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon E5462 scores 2,213 against the Celeron G3930TE's 2,218 — a 0.2% lead for the Celeron G3930TE. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 363 vs 548, a 40.6% lead for the Celeron G3930TE that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 1,239 vs 948 (26.6% advantage for the Xeon E5462). L3 cache: 12 MB L2 Cache on the Xeon E5462 vs 2 MB on the Celeron G3930TE.
| Feature | Xeon E5462 | Celeron G3930TE |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 4+100% | 2 / 2 |
| Boost Clock | 2.8 GHz+4% | 2.7 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.8 GHz+4% | 2.7 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 12 MB L2 Cache+500% | 2 MB |
| L2 Cache | 6 MB (total)+1100% | 512 kB |
| Process | 45 nm | 14 nm-69% |
| Architecture | Harpertown (2007−2008) | Kaby Lake (2016−2019) |
| PassMark | 2,213 | 2,218 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 363 | 548+51% |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 1,239+31% | 948 |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon E5462 uses the LGA771 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Celeron G3930TE uses LGA1151 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR2 on the Xeon E5462 versus DDR4-2400 on the Celeron G3930TE — the Celeron G3930TE supports 66.7% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. Both support up to 64 GB of RAM. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. Both provide 16 PCIe lanes. Chipset compatibility: 5000P,3210,G31,P35 (Xeon E5462) and H110,B250,H270,Z270 (Celeron G3930TE).
| Feature | Xeon E5462 | Celeron G3930TE |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA771 | LGA1151 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 3.0+50% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR2 | DDR4-2400+100% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 64 GB | 64 GB |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | 16 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Both support VT-x virtualization. The Celeron G3930TE includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics 610), while the Xeon E5462 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Xeon E5462 targets Server, Celeron G3930TE targets Budget. Direct competitor: Xeon E5462 rivals Athlon 64 X2 4000+; Celeron G3930TE rivals Pentium G4560T.
| Feature | Xeon E5462 | Celeron G3930TE |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | HD Graphics 610 |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x | VT-x |
| Target Use | Server | Budget |
Value Analysis
The Xeon E5462 launched at $342 MSRP, while the Celeron G3930TE debuted at $42. At current prices ($45 vs $29), the Celeron G3930TE is $16 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon E5462 delivers 49.2 pts/$ vs 76.5 pts/$ for the Celeron G3930TE — making the Celeron G3930TE the 43.5% better value option.
| Feature | Xeon E5462 | Celeron G3930TE |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $342 | $42-88% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $45 | $29-36% |
| Performance per Dollar | 49.2 | 76.5+55% |
| Release Date | 2007 | 2017 |
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