CPU
GPU
Xeon E7530
Processor 300
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. The Xeon E7530 is positioned at rank #987 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Xeon E7530
Performance Per Dollar Processor 300
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon E7530 | Processor 300 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($146) | ✅ More affordable ($80) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Legacy / 45 nm) | ✨ Modern (Raptor Lake-S (2023−2024) / Intel 7 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon E7530 | Processor 300 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+83%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($146) | ✅ More affordable ($80) |
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 E7530 and Processor 300
Xeon E7530
The Xeon E7530 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2015-01-01. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 1.87 GHz, with boost up to 2.13 GHz. L3 cache: 12 MB L3 Cache. Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1567. Thermal design power (TDP): 105 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 7,231 points. Launch price was $800.
Processor 300
The Processor 300 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 8 January 2024 (1 year ago). It is based on the Raptor Lake-S (2023−2024) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.9 GHz, with boost up to 3.9 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB (total). L2 cache: 1.25 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1700. Thermal design power (TDP): 46 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-4800, DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 7,264 points. Launch price was $82.
Processing Power
The Xeon E7530 packs 6 cores / 12 threads, while the Processor 300 offers 2 cores / 4 threads — the Xeon E7530 has 4 more cores. Boost clocks reach 2.13 GHz on the Xeon E7530 versus 3.9 GHz on the Processor 300 — a 58.7% clock advantage for the Processor 300 (base: 1.87 GHz vs 3.9 GHz). The Processor 300 is built on the Raptor Lake-S (2023−2024) architecture. In PassMark, the Xeon E7530 scores 7,231 against the Processor 300's 7,264 — a 0.5% lead for the Processor 300. L3 cache: 12 MB L3 Cache on the Xeon E7530 vs 6 MB (total) on the Processor 300.
| Feature | Xeon E7530 | Processor 300 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 6 / 12+200% | 2 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 2.13 GHz | 3.9 GHz+83% |
| Base Clock | 1.87 GHz | 3.9 GHz+109% |
| L3 Cache | 12 MB L3 Cache+100% | 6 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | — | 1.25 MB (per core) |
| Process | 45 nm | Intel 7 nm-84% |
| Architecture | — | Raptor Lake-S (2023−2024) |
| PassMark | 7,231 | 7,264 |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon E7530 uses the LGA1567 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Processor 300 uses LGA1700 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Xeon E7530 | Processor 300 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1567 | LGA1700 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 5.0+150% |
Value Analysis
The Xeon E7530 launched at $1391 MSRP, while the Processor 300 debuted at $82. At current prices ($146 vs $80), the Processor 300 is $66 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon E7530 delivers 49.5 pts/$ vs 90.8 pts/$ for the Processor 300 — making the Processor 300 the 58.8% better value option.
| Feature | Xeon E7530 | Processor 300 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $1391 | $82-94% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $146 | $80-45% |
| Performance per Dollar | 49.5 | 90.8+83% |
| Release Date | 2010 | 2024 |
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