Xeon E5607 vs Core m3-7Y32

Xeon E5607

4 Cores4 Thrd80 WWMax: 0.27 GHz2011

Core m3-7Y32

2 Cores4 Thrd4.5 WWMax: 3 GHz2017

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Xeon E5607

4 / 4

2,686

0.0%

2,697

+0.4%

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 E5607 is positioned at rank 622 and the Core m3-7Y32 is on rank 1090, so the Xeon E5607 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 E5607

Xeon Platinum 8454H

MSRP: $6540|Avg: N/A

10443%

Xeon Gold 6240R

MSRP: $2444|Avg: N/A

1972%

#10

Xeon 6337P

MSRP: $60|Avg: $5

1752%

#15

EPYC 9174F

MSRP: $194|Avg: $30

1353%

#371

Xeon 6730P

MSRP: $3726|Avg: $3726

100%

#372

Xeon Gold 6330

MSRP: $2128|Avg: $2128

99%

#373

Xeon Gold 6548Y+

MSRP: $3726|Avg: $3726

99%

#374

Xeon Gold 6448H

MSRP: $3658|Avg: N/A

99%

#375

Xeon D-2766NT

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $212

99%

#376

Xeon Gold 6442Y

MSRP: $2878|Avg: N/A

98%

#377

Xeon 6740P

MSRP: $4650|Avg: $4650

98%

#378

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9985WX

MSRP: $7999|Avg: $7999

97%

#379

Xeon W-3345

MSRP: $2499|Avg: $3319

97%

#380

Xeon Gold 6526Y

MSRP: $2878|Avg: N/A

96%

#622

Xeon E5607

MSRP: $135|Avg: $27

100%

#626

Xeon Silver 4209T

MSRP: $563|Avg: $649

99%

#627

Xeon E3-1240

MSRP: $273|Avg: $39

99%

#636

Xeon E5-2680 v2

MSRP: $667|Avg: $462

96%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Core m3-7Y32

#1078

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

3056%

#1079

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

3011%

#1080

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

2765%

#1081

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

2752%

#1082

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

2727%

#1084

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

2633%

#1085

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

2525%

#1086

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

2521%

#1087

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

2453%

#1090

Core m3-7Y32

MSRP: $281|Avg: $281

100%

#1091

Celeron B720

MSRP: $70|Avg: $10

99%

#1093

Celeron 847

MSRP: $134|Avg: $15

99%

#1094

Core i7-2630QM

MSRP: $378|Avg: N/A

98%

#1096

Core i7-2635QM

MSRP: $378|Avg: N/A

98%

#1097

Celeron 877

MSRP: $86|Avg: $15

98%

#1098

Celeron Dual-Core SU2300

MSRP: $134|Avg: $50

97%

#1099

Core i5-3337U

MSRP: $225|Avg: N/A

97%

#1100

Core i5-2450M

MSRP: $225|Avg: N/A

96%

#1101

Core i5-7Y54

MSRP: $281|Avg: $100

96%

#1102

Core i5-7Y57

MSRP: $281|Avg: $281

96%

#1104

Pentium 997

MSRP: $134|Avg: $10

94%

#1105

Pentium A1018

MSRP: $132|Avg: $15

94%

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 m3-7Y32 (2017) utilizes 14 nm technology and DDR3, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Xeon E5607	Core m3-7Y32
Gaming	❌ Lower gaming performance	✅ Superior gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	✅ More affordable ($27)	⚠️ Higher cost ($281)
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Westmere-EP (2010−2011) / 32 nm)	✨ Modern (Kaby Lake (2016−2019) / 14 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Xeon E5607 (2011) relies on 32 nm technology and DDR3, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Xeon E5607	Core m3-7Y32
Cost Efficiency	✅ Better overall value (+936%)	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅ More affordable ($27)	⚠️ Higher cost ($281)

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 E5607 Benchmark Check

Core m3-7Y32 Benchmark Check

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Xeon E5607 and Core m3-7Y32

Xeon E5607

The Xeon E5607 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 14 February 2011 (14 years ago). It is based on the Westmere-EP (2010−2011) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.26 GHz, with boost up to 0.27 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1366. Thermal design power (TDP): 80 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 2,686 points. Launch price was $135.

Core m3-7Y32

The Core m3-7Y32 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 21 April 2017 (8 years ago). It is based on the Kaby Lake (2016−2019) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.1 GHz, with boost up to 3 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1515. Thermal design power (TDP): 4.5 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 2,697 points. Launch price was $281.

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Processing Power

The Xeon E5607 packs 4 cores / 4 threads, while the Core m3-7Y32 offers 2 cores / 4 threads — the Xeon E5607 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 0.27 GHz on the Xeon E5607 versus 3 GHz on the Core m3-7Y32 — a 167% clock advantage for the Core m3-7Y32 (base: 2.26 GHz vs 1.1 GHz). The Xeon E5607 uses the Westmere-EP (2010−2011) architecture (32 nm), while the Core m3-7Y32 uses Kaby Lake (2016−2019) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon E5607 scores 2,686 against the Core m3-7Y32's 2,697 — a 0.4% lead for the Core m3-7Y32. L3 cache: 8 MB (total) on the Xeon E5607 vs 4 MB on the Core m3-7Y32.

Feature	Xeon E5607	Core m3-7Y32
Cores / Threads	4 / 4+100%	2 / 4
Boost Clock	0.27 GHz	3 GHz+1011%
Base Clock	2.26 GHz+105%	1.1 GHz
L3 Cache	8 MB (total)+100%	4 MB
L2 Cache	256 kB (per core)	512 kB+100%
Process	32 nm	14 nm-56%
Architecture	Westmere-EP (2010−2011)	Kaby Lake (2016−2019)
PassMark	2,686	2,697

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Memory & Platform

The Xeon E5607 uses the LGA1366 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Core m3-7Y32 uses FCBGA1515 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.

Feature	Xeon E5607	Core m3-7Y32
Socket	LGA1366	FCBGA1515
PCIe Generation	PCIe 2.0	PCIe 3.0+50%

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Value Analysis

The Xeon E5607 launched at $135 MSRP, while the Core m3-7Y32 debuted at $281. At current prices ($27 vs $281), the Xeon E5607 is $254 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon E5607 delivers 99.5 pts/$ vs 9.6 pts/$ for the Core m3-7Y32 — making the Xeon E5607 the 164.8% better value option.