Xeon Platinum 8260L vs Core i7-3630QM

Xeon Platinum 8260L

24 Cores48 Thrd165 WWMax: 3.9 GHz2019

Core i7-3630QM

4 Cores8 Thrd45 WWMax: 3.4 GHz2012

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Xeon Platinum 8260L

24 / 48

5,103

0.0%

5,136

+0.6%

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 Platinum 8260L is positioned at rank 1030 and the Core i7-3630QM is on rank 1007, so the Core i7-3630QM 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 Platinum 8260L

Xeon Platinum 8454H

MSRP: $6540|Avg: N/A

305622%

Xeon Gold 6240R

MSRP: $2444|Avg: N/A

57704%

#10

Xeon 6337P

MSRP: $60|Avg: $5

51268%

#15

EPYC 9174F

MSRP: $194|Avg: $30

39606%

#1030

Xeon Platinum 8260L

MSRP: $7500|Avg: $750

100%

#1031

Xeon 3.20

MSRP: $851|Avg: $10

100%

#1032

Xeon X5355

MSRP: $4491|Avg: $4000

66%

#1033

Xeon E5420

MSRP: $7214|Avg: $6500

41%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Core i7-3630QM

#995

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

2159%

#996

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

2127%

#997

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

1953%

#998

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

1944%

#999

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

1926%

#1001

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

1860%

#1002

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

1784%

#1003

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

1781%

#1004

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

1733%

#1007

Core i7-3630QM

MSRP: $378|Avg: N/A

100%

#1008

Core i7-3610QM

MSRP: $378|Avg: N/A

100%

#1009

Pentium A1020

MSRP: $86|Avg: $86

100%

#1010

Core i3-1115GRE

MSRP: $338|Avg: $480

100%

#1011

Core i7-4702MQ

MSRP: $383|Avg: $50

100%

#1012

Pentium N4200

MSRP: $161|Avg: $30.89

99%

#1013

Pentium J2900

MSRP: $94|Avg: $20

98%

#1014

Celeron T1700

MSRP: $80|Avg: $5

97%

#1015

Celeron T3500

MSRP: $80|Avg: $10

97%

#1016

A12-9720P

MSRP: $200|Avg: $25

96%

#1017

Core i5-4300M

MSRP: $227|Avg: N/A

96%

#1018

Celeron 1005M

MSRP: $86|Avg: N/A

96%

#1019

Athlon 64 X2 TK-42

MSRP: $60|Avg: $10

95%

#1020

Athlon Neo MV-40

MSRP: $100|Avg: $5

94%

#1021

Core i7-4860EQ

MSRP: $434|Avg: $80

93%

#1022

Pentium SU2700

MSRP: $100|Avg: $10

93%

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 Xeon Platinum 8260L (2019) utilizes 14 nm technology and DDR4-2933, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Xeon Platinum 8260L	Core i7-3630QM
Gaming	✅ Superior gaming performance	❌ Lower gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	⚠️ Higher cost ($750)	✅ More affordable ($378)
Longevity	✨ Modern (Cascade Lake (2019−2020) / 14 nm)	🛑 Legacy (Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) / 22 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Core i7-3630QM (2012) relies on 22 nm technology and DDR3, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Xeon Platinum 8260L	Core i7-3630QM
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	✅ Better overall value (+100%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️ Higher cost ($750)	✅ More affordable ($378)

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 Platinum 8260L Benchmark Check

Core i7-3630QM Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Xeon Platinum 8260L and Core i7-3630QM

Xeon Platinum 8260L

The Xeon Platinum 8260L is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2 April 2019 (6 years ago). It is based on the Cascade Lake (2019−2020) architecture. It features 24 cores and 48 threads. Base frequency is 2.4 GHz, with boost up to 3.9 GHz. L3 cache: 35.75 MB. L2 cache: 24 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA3647. Thermal design power (TDP): 165 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2933. Passmark benchmark score: 5,103 points. Launch price was $12,599.

Core i7-3630QM

The Core i7-3630QM is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 September 2012 (13 years ago). It is based on the Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 2.4 GHz, with boost up to 3.4 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: PGA988. Thermal design power (TDP): 45 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 5,136 points. Launch price was $284.

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Processing Power

The Xeon Platinum 8260L packs 24 cores / 48 threads, while the Core i7-3630QM offers 4 cores / 8 threads — the Xeon Platinum 8260L has 20 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.9 GHz on the Xeon Platinum 8260L versus 3.4 GHz on the Core i7-3630QM — a 13.7% clock advantage for the Xeon Platinum 8260L (base: 2.4 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The Xeon Platinum 8260L uses the Cascade Lake (2019−2020) architecture (14 nm), while the Core i7-3630QM uses Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) (22 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon Platinum 8260L scores 5,103 against the Core i7-3630QM's 5,136 — a 0.6% lead for the Core i7-3630QM. L3 cache: 35.75 MB on the Xeon Platinum 8260L vs 6 MB (total) on the Core i7-3630QM.

Feature	Xeon Platinum 8260L	Core i7-3630QM
Cores / Threads	24 / 48+500%	4 / 8
Boost Clock	3.9 GHz+15%	3.4 GHz
Base Clock	2.4 GHz	2.4 GHz
L3 Cache	35.75 MB+496%	6 MB (total)
L2 Cache	24 MB+9500%	256K (per core)
Process	14 nm-36%	22 nm
Architecture	Cascade Lake (2019−2020)	Ivy Bridge (2012−2013)
PassMark	5,103	5,136
Geekbench 6 Single	—	600
Geekbench 6 Multi	—	2,000

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Memory & Platform

The Xeon Platinum 8260L uses the LGA3647 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i7-3630QM uses PGA988 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 2933 on the Xeon Platinum 8260L versus DDR3-1600 on the Core i7-3630QM — the Xeon Platinum 8260L supports 199.6% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Xeon Platinum 8260L supports up to 4608 of RAM compared to 32 GB — 197.2% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 6 (Xeon Platinum 8260L) vs 2 (Core i7-3630QM). PCIe lanes: 48 (Xeon Platinum 8260L) vs 16 (Core i7-3630QM) — the Xeon Platinum 8260L offers 32 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives.

Feature	Xeon Platinum 8260L	Core i7-3630QM
Socket	LGA3647	PGA988
PCIe Generation	PCIe 3.0	PCIe 3.0
Max RAM Speed	2933+97667%	DDR3-1600
Max RAM Capacity	4608	32 GB+728078%
RAM Channels	6+200%	2
ECC Support	✅	❌
PCIe Lanes	48+200%	16

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Advanced Features

Virtualization support: true (Xeon Platinum 8260L) vs VT-x (Core i7-3630QM). The Core i7-3630QM includes integrated graphics (Intel HD Graphics 4000), while the Xeon Platinum 8260L requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i7-3630QM targets Mainstream Laptop. Direct competitor: Core i7-3630QM rivals AMD A10-5750M.