Xeon Silver 4209T vs Core i3-13100TE
Xeon Silver 4209T
Core i3-13100TE
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 4209T is positioned at rank #626 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 4209T
Performance Per Dollar Core i3-13100TE
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon Silver 4209T | Core i3-13100TE |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($649) | ✅ More affordable ($137) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Cascade Lake (2019−2020) / 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Raptor Lake-S (2023−2024) / 10 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon Silver 4209T | Core i3-13100TE |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+381%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($649) | ✅ More affordable ($137) |
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 4209T and Core i3-13100TE
Xeon Silver 4209T
The Xeon Silver 4209T 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 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 2.2 GHz, with boost up to 3.2 GHz. L3 cache: 11 MB. L2 cache: 8 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA3647. Thermal design power (TDP): 70 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2400. Passmark benchmark score: 11,080 points. Launch price was $501.
Core i3-13100TE
The Core i3-13100TE is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 4 January 2023 (2 years ago). It is based on the Raptor Lake-S (2023−2024) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 2.4 GHz, with boost up to 4.1 GHz. L3 cache: 12 MB (total). L2 cache: 1.25 MB (per core). Built on 10 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1700. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR4, DDR5 Dual-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 11,248 points. Launch price was $149.
Processing Power
The Xeon Silver 4209T packs 8 cores / 16 threads, while the Core i3-13100TE offers 4 cores / 8 threads — the Xeon Silver 4209T has 4 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.2 GHz on the Xeon Silver 4209T versus 4.1 GHz on the Core i3-13100TE — a 24.7% clock advantage for the Core i3-13100TE (base: 2.2 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The Xeon Silver 4209T uses the Cascade Lake (2019−2020) architecture (14 nm), while the Core i3-13100TE uses Raptor Lake-S (2023−2024) (10 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon Silver 4209T scores 11,080 against the Core i3-13100TE's 11,248 — a 1.5% lead for the Core i3-13100TE. L3 cache: 11 MB on the Xeon Silver 4209T vs 12 MB (total) on the Core i3-13100TE.
| Feature | Xeon Silver 4209T | Core i3-13100TE |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 8 / 16+100% | 4 / 8 |
| Boost Clock | 3.2 GHz | 4.1 GHz+28% |
| Base Clock | 2.2 GHz | 2.4 GHz+9% |
| L3 Cache | 11 MB | 12 MB (total)+9% |
| L2 Cache | 8 MB+540% | 1.25 MB (per core) |
| Process | 14 nm | 10 nm-29% |
| Architecture | Cascade Lake (2019−2020) | Raptor Lake-S (2023−2024) |
| PassMark | 11,080 | 11,248+2% |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon Silver 4209T uses the LGA3647 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i3-13100TE uses LGA1700 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Xeon Silver 4209T | Core i3-13100TE |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA3647 | LGA1700 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 5.0+67% |
Value Analysis
The Xeon Silver 4209T launched at $563 MSRP, while the Core i3-13100TE debuted at $137. At current prices ($649 vs $137), the Core i3-13100TE is $512 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon Silver 4209T delivers 17.1 pts/$ vs 82.1 pts/$ for the Core i3-13100TE — making the Core i3-13100TE the 131.1% better value option.
| Feature | Xeon Silver 4209T | Core i3-13100TE |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $563 | $137-76% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $649 | $137-79% |
| Performance per Dollar | 17.1 | 82.1+380% |
| Release Date | 2019 | 2023 |
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