Xeon E5472 vs Core i7-3537U

Xeon E5472

4 Cores4 Thrd80 WWMax: 3 GHz2007

Core i7-3537U

2 Cores4 Thrd512 WWMax: 3.1 GHz2013

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Xeon E5472

4 / 4

2,333

0.0%

2,349

+0.7%

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 E5472 is positioned at rank 822 and the Core i7-3537U is on rank 1165, so the Xeon E5472 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 E5472

Xeon Platinum 8454H

MSRP: $6540|Avg: N/A

17808%

Xeon Gold 6240R

MSRP: $2444|Avg: N/A

3362%

#10

Xeon 6337P

MSRP: $60|Avg: $5

2987%

#15

EPYC 9174F

MSRP: $194|Avg: $30

2308%

#469

EPYC 9554

MSRP: $9087|Avg: $2795

98%

#470

Xeon Gold 6338T

MSRP: $3139|Avg: $1795

98%

#471

Xeon E5-2650 v4

MSRP: $1166|Avg: $45

98%

#472

EPYC 9845

MSRP: $13564|Avg: $8670

97%

#473

EPYC 7F32

MSRP: $2100|Avg: $179

95%

#822

Xeon E5472

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#824

Xeon E5-1660 v3

MSRP: $1080|Avg: $198

100%

#827

Xeon W3565

MSRP: $294|Avg: $69

99%

#837

Xeon W3550

MSRP: $294|Avg: $30

95%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Core i7-3537U

#1153

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

4321%

#1154

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

4258%

#1155

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

3909%

#1156

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

3891%

#1157

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

3855%

#1159

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

3723%

#1160

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

3570%

#1161

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

3564%

#1162

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

3468%

#1165

Core i7-3537U

MSRP: $346|Avg: N/A

100%

#1166

Core M-5Y10a

MSRP: $281|Avg: $281

100%

#1167

Core M-5Y10c

MSRP: $281|Avg: $281

100%

#1168

Core M-5Y31

MSRP: $281|Avg: $30

100%

#1170

Celeron 1047UE

MSRP: $100|Avg: $100

99%

#1171

Core M-5Y70

MSRP: $281|Avg: $281

99%

#1172

Celeron U3400

MSRP: $86|Avg: $5

99%

#1173

Celeron T1600

MSRP: $107|Avg: $15

98%

#1174

Pro A12-8800B

MSRP: $400|Avg: $40

98%

#1176

Core i7-2637M

MSRP: $289|Avg: N/A

96%

#1177

Core 2 Duo SL9600

MSRP: $316|Avg: N/A

96%

#1178

Athlon PRO 3045B

MSRP: $426|Avg: $180

96%

#1179

Core 2 Duo T5600

MSRP: $241|Avg: N/A

95%

#1180

Pentium N3510

MSRP: $161|Avg: $161

95%

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 i7-3537U (2013) utilizes 22 nm technology and DDR3, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Xeon E5472	Core i7-3537U
Gaming	✅ Superior gaming performance	❌ Lower gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	✅ More affordable ($0)	⚠️ Higher cost ($346)
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Harpertown (2007−2008) / 45 nm)	🛑 Legacy (Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) / 22 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Xeon E5472 (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 E5472	Core i7-3537U
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅ More affordable ($0)	⚠️ Higher cost ($346)

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 E5472 Benchmark Check

Core i7-3537U Benchmark Check

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Xeon E5472 and Core i7-3537U

Xeon E5472

The Xeon E5472 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 3 GHz, with boost up to 3 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: 2,333 points. Launch price was $1,022.

Core i7-3537U

The Core i7-3537U is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 8 January 2013 (12 years ago). It is based on the Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2 GHz, with boost up to 3.1 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1023. Thermal design power (TDP): 17 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 2,349 points. Launch price was $346.

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Processing Power

The Xeon E5472 packs 4 cores / 4 threads, while the Core i7-3537U offers 2 cores / 4 threads — the Xeon E5472 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3 GHz on the Xeon E5472 versus 3.1 GHz on the Core i7-3537U — a 3.3% clock advantage for the Core i7-3537U (base: 3 GHz vs 2 GHz). The Xeon E5472 uses the Harpertown (2007−2008) architecture (45 nm), while the Core i7-3537U uses Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) (22 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon E5472 scores 2,333 against the Core i7-3537U's 2,349 — a 0.7% lead for the Core i7-3537U. L3 cache: 12 MB L2 Cache on the Xeon E5472 vs 4 MB (total) on the Core i7-3537U.

Feature	Xeon E5472	Core i7-3537U
Cores / Threads	4 / 4+100%	2 / 4
Boost Clock	3 GHz	3.1 GHz+3%
Base Clock	3 GHz+50%	2 GHz
L3 Cache	12 MB L2 Cache+200%	4 MB (total)
L2 Cache	6 MB (total)+2300%	256K (per core)
Process	45 nm	22 nm-51%
Architecture	Harpertown (2007−2008)	Ivy Bridge (2012−2013)
PassMark	2,333	2,349

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Memory & Platform

The Xeon E5472 uses the LGA771 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Core i7-3537U uses BGA1023 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.

Feature	Xeon E5472	Core i7-3537U
Socket	LGA771	BGA1023
PCIe Generation	PCIe 2.0	PCIe 3.0+50%
Max RAM Speed	—	1600
Max RAM Capacity	—	32
RAM Channels	—	2
ECC Support	—	❌
PCIe Lanes	—	16

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Advanced Features

Virtualization: not specified (Xeon E5472) / true (Core i7-3537U). The Core i7-3537U includes integrated graphics (Intel HD Graphics 4000), while the Xeon E5472 requires a dedicated GPU. Direct competitor: Core i7-3537U rivals AMD A10-4655M.