Xeon L3110 vs Processor N50

Xeon L3110

45 WW2009

Processor N50

2 Cores2 Thrd0 WWMax: 3.4 GHz2023

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Xeon L3110

1,338

0.0%

1,339

+0.1%

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 L3110 is positioned at rank 1027 and the Processor N50 is on rank 1066, so the Xeon L3110 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 L3110

Xeon Platinum 8454H

MSRP: $6540|Avg: N/A

155092%

Xeon Gold 6240R

MSRP: $2444|Avg: N/A

29283%

#10

Xeon 6337P

MSRP: $60|Avg: $5

26016%

#15

EPYC 9174F

MSRP: $194|Avg: $30

20099%

#1027

Xeon L3110

MSRP: $1000|Avg: $950

100%

#1028

Xeon 2.66

MSRP: $337|Avg: $10

99%

#1029

Xeon X5272

MSRP: $1172|Avg: $76

93%

#1030

Xeon Platinum 8260L

MSRP: $7500|Avg: $750

51%

#1031

Xeon 3.20

MSRP: $851|Avg: $10

51%

#1032

Xeon X5355

MSRP: $4491|Avg: $4000

34%

#1033

Xeon E5420

MSRP: $7214|Avg: $6500

21%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Processor N50

#1054

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

2805%

#1055

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

2764%

#1056

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

2537%

#1057

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

2526%

#1058

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

2503%

#1060

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

2417%

#1061

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

2317%

#1062

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

2314%

#1063

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

2251%

#1066

Processor N50

MSRP: $128|Avg: $120

100%

#1067

Athlon II N350

MSRP: $100|Avg: $100

100%

#1068

Celeron N3350

MSRP: $107|Avg: N/A

99%

#1070

Core i7-2675QM

MSRP: $378|Avg: N/A

99%

#1071

A9-9410

MSRP: $150|Avg: $25

99%

#1073

A8 Pro-7150B

MSRP: $150|Avg: $20

98%

#1074

A9-9420

MSRP: $150|Avg: $30

98%

#1075

Celeron B730

MSRP: $70|Avg: $10

98%

#1078

A9-9425

MSRP: $150|Avg: $30

97%

#1080

Core i5-4402E

MSRP: $266|Avg: $100

96%

#1081

A6-7000

MSRP: $100|Avg: $15

96%

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 Processor N50 (2023) utilizes 10 nm technology and **DDR4, DDR5 4800 MHz Single-channel**, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Xeon L3110	Processor N50
Gaming	❌ Lower gaming performance	✅ Superior gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	⚠️ Higher cost ($950)	✅ More affordable ($120)
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Legacy / 45 nm)	✨ Modern (Alder Lake-N (2023) / 10 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Xeon L3110 (2009) relies on 45 nm technology and older memory, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Xeon L3110	Processor N50
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	✅ Better overall value (+692%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️ Higher cost ($950)	✅ More affordable ($120)

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 L3110 Benchmark Check

Processor N50 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Xeon L3110 and Processor N50

Xeon L3110

The Xeon L3110 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2015-01-01. Base frequency: 3 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB L2 Cache. Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: LGA775. Thermal design power (TDP): 45 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 1,338 points. Launch price was $800.

Processor N50

The Processor N50 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 3 January 2023 (2 years ago). It is based on the Alder Lake-N (2023) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 1 GHz, with boost up to 3.4 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB (total). L2 cache: 2 MB (total). Built on 10 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1264. Thermal design power (TDP): + 6 MB. Memory support: DDR4, DDR5 4800 MHz Single-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 1,339 points. Launch price was $69.

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Processing Power

The Processor N50 is built on the Alder Lake-N (2023) architecture. In PassMark, the Xeon L3110 scores 1,338 against the Processor N50's 1,339 — a 0.1% lead for the Processor N50. L3 cache: 6 MB L2 Cache on the Xeon L3110 vs 6 MB (total) on the Processor N50.

Feature	Xeon L3110	Processor N50
Cores / Threads	—	2 / 2
Boost Clock	—	3.4 GHz
Base Clock	3 GHz+200%	1 GHz
L3 Cache	6 MB L2 Cache	6 MB (total)
L2 Cache	—	2 MB (total)
Process	45 nm	10 nm-78%
Architecture	—	Alder Lake-N (2023)
PassMark	1,338	1,339

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Memory & Platform

The Xeon L3110 uses the LGA775 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Processor N50 uses FCBGA1264 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.

Feature	Xeon L3110	Processor N50
Socket	LGA775	FCBGA1264
PCIe Generation	PCIe 2.0	PCIe 5.0+150%

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Value Analysis

The Xeon L3110 launched at $1000 MSRP, while the Processor N50 debuted at $128. At current prices ($950 vs $120), the Processor N50 is $830 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon L3110 delivers 1.4 pts/$ vs 11.2 pts/$ for the Processor N50 — making the Processor N50 the 155.2% better value option.