Xeon Silver 4112 vs Core i3-9100
Xeon Silver 4112
Core i3-9100
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 Silver 4112 is positioned at rank #933 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 Silver 4112
Performance Per Dollar Core i3-9100
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon Silver 4112 | Core i3-9100 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($67) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($125) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Skylake (server) (2017−2018) / 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Coffee Lake (2017−2019) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon Silver 4112 | Core i3-9100 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+85%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($67) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($125) |
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 Silver 4112 and Core i3-9100
Xeon Silver 4112
The Xeon Silver 4112 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 11 July 2017 (8 years ago). It is based on the Skylake (server) (2017−2018) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 2.6 GHz, with boost up to 3 GHz. L3 cache: 8.25 MB. L2 cache: 4 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA3647. Thermal design power (TDP): 85 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2400. Passmark benchmark score: 6,536 points. Launch price was $473.
Core i3-9100
The Core i3-9100 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 September 2018 (7 years ago). It is based on the Coffee Lake (2017−2019) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.6 GHz, with boost up to 4.2 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1151. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2400. Passmark benchmark score: 6,586 points. Launch price was $122.
Processing Power
The Xeon Silver 4112 packs 4 cores / 8 threads, matching the Core i3-9100's 4 cores. Boost clocks reach 3 GHz on the Xeon Silver 4112 versus 4.2 GHz on the Core i3-9100 — a 33.3% clock advantage for the Core i3-9100 (base: 2.6 GHz vs 3.6 GHz). The Xeon Silver 4112 uses the Skylake (server) (2017−2018) architecture (14 nm), while the Core i3-9100 uses Coffee Lake (2017−2019) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon Silver 4112 scores 6,536 against the Core i3-9100's 6,586 — a 0.8% lead for the Core i3-9100. L3 cache: 8.25 MB on the Xeon Silver 4112 vs 6 MB (total) on the Core i3-9100.
| Feature | Xeon Silver 4112 | Core i3-9100 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 8 | 4 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 3 GHz | 4.2 GHz+40% |
| Base Clock | 2.6 GHz | 3.6 GHz+38% |
| L3 Cache | 8.25 MB+38% | 6 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 4 MB+1500% | 256K (per core) |
| Process | 14 nm | 14 nm |
| Architecture | Skylake (server) (2017−2018) | Coffee Lake (2017−2019) |
| PassMark | 6,536 | 6,586 |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon Silver 4112 uses the LGA3647 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i3-9100 uses LGA1151 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Xeon Silver 4112 | Core i3-9100 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA3647 | LGA1151 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
Value Analysis
The Xeon Silver 4112 launched at $885 MSRP, while the Core i3-9100 debuted at $122. At current prices ($67 vs $125), the Xeon Silver 4112 is $58 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon Silver 4112 delivers 97.6 pts/$ vs 52.7 pts/$ for the Core i3-9100 — making the Xeon Silver 4112 the 59.7% better value option.
| Feature | Xeon Silver 4112 | Core i3-9100 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $885 | $122-86% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $67-46% | $125 |
| Performance per Dollar | 97.6+85% | 52.7 |
| Release Date | 2017 | 2019 |
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