
Xeon E7330 vs Core i7-4820K

Xeon E7330

Core i7-4820K
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 E7330 is positioned at rank 86 and the Core i7-4820K is on rank 800, so the Xeon E7330 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Xeon E7330
Performance Per Dollar Core i7-4820K
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon E7330 | Core i7-4820K |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($60) | ✅ More affordable ($40) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Legacy / 65 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Ivy Bridge-E (2013) / 22 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon E7330 | Core i7-4820K |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+51%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($60) | ✅ More affordable ($40) |
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 E7330 and Core i7-4820K

Xeon E7330
The Xeon E7330 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2015-01-01. Base frequency: 2.4 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB L2 Cache. Built on 65 nm process technology. Socket: PGA604. Thermal design power (TDP): 80 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 6,491 points. Launch price was $800.

Core i7-4820K
The Core i7-4820K is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 September 2013 (12 years ago). It is based on the Ivy Bridge-E (2013) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.7 GHz, with boost up to 3.9 GHz. L3 cache: 10 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA2011. Thermal design power (TDP): 130 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 6,515 points. Launch price was $399.
Processing Power
The Core i7-4820K is built on the Ivy Bridge-E (2013) architecture. In PassMark, the Xeon E7330 scores 6,491 against the Core i7-4820K's 6,515 — a 0.4% lead for the Core i7-4820K. L3 cache: 6 MB L2 Cache on the Xeon E7330 vs 10 MB (total) on the Core i7-4820K.
| Feature | Xeon E7330 | Core i7-4820K |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | — | 4 / 8 |
| Boost Clock | — | 3.9 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.4 GHz | 3.7 GHz+54% |
| L3 Cache | 6 MB L2 Cache | 10 MB (total)+67% |
| L2 Cache | — | 256 kB (per core) |
| Process | 65 nm | 22 nm-66% |
| Architecture | — | Ivy Bridge-E (2013) |
| PassMark | 6,491 | 6,515 |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon E7330 uses the PGA604 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Core i7-4820K uses LGA2011 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Xeon E7330 | Core i7-4820K |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | PGA604 | LGA2011 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 3.0+50% |
Value Analysis
The Xeon E7330 launched at $64 MSRP, while the Core i7-4820K debuted at $332. At current prices ($60 vs $40), the Core i7-4820K is $20 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon E7330 delivers 108.2 pts/$ vs 162.9 pts/$ for the Core i7-4820K — making the Core i7-4820K the 40.4% better value option.
| Feature | Xeon E7330 | Core i7-4820K |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $64-81% | $332 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $60 | $40-33% |
| Performance per Dollar | 108.2 | 162.9+51% |
| Release Date | 2007 | 2013 |
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