Xeon W3565 vs A12-9800E
Xeon W3565
A12-9800E
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. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money. The Xeon W3565 is positioned at rank 827 and the A12-9800E is on rank 1029, so the Xeon W3565 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Xeon W3565
Performance Per Dollar A12-9800E
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon W3565 | A12-9800E |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($69) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($150) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Bloomfield (2008−2010) / 45 nm) | ✨ Modern (Bristol Ridge (2016−2019) / 28 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon W3565 | A12-9800E |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+116%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($69) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($150) |
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 W3565 and A12-9800E
Xeon W3565
The Xeon W3565 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 November 2009 (16 years ago). It is based on the Bloomfield (2008−2010) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.2 GHz, with boost up to 3.46 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1366. Thermal design power (TDP): 130 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 3,391 points. Launch price was $70.
A12-9800E
The A12-9800E is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 27 July 2017 (8 years ago). It is based on the Bristol Ridge (2016−2019) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.1 GHz, with boost up to 3.8 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 2048 kB. Built on 28 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2400. Passmark benchmark score: 3,416 points. Launch price was $105.
Processing Power
The Xeon W3565 packs 4 cores / 8 threads, matching the A12-9800E's 4 cores. Boost clocks reach 3.46 GHz on the Xeon W3565 versus 3.8 GHz on the A12-9800E — a 9.4% clock advantage for the A12-9800E (base: 3.2 GHz vs 3.1 GHz). The Xeon W3565 uses the Bloomfield (2008−2010) architecture (45 nm), while the A12-9800E uses Bristol Ridge (2016−2019) (28 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon W3565 scores 3,391 against the A12-9800E's 3,416 — a 0.7% lead for the A12-9800E. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 513 vs 651, a 23.7% lead for the A12-9800E that directly translates to higher frame rates. L3 cache: 8 MB (total) on the Xeon W3565 vs 0 kB on the A12-9800E.
| Feature | Xeon W3565 | A12-9800E |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 8 | 4 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 3.46 GHz | 3.8 GHz+10% |
| Base Clock | 3.2 GHz+3% | 3.1 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 8 MB (total) | 0 kB |
| L2 Cache | 256 kB (per core) | 2048 kB+700% |
| Process | 45 nm | 28 nm-38% |
| Architecture | Bloomfield (2008−2010) | Bristol Ridge (2016−2019) |
| PassMark | 3,391 | 3,416 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 513 | 651+27% |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 1,726 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon W3565 uses the LGA1366 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the A12-9800E uses AM4 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3-1066 on the Xeon W3565 versus DDR4-2400 on the A12-9800E — the A12-9800E supports 28.6% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The A12-9800E supports up to 64 GB of RAM compared to 24 GB — 90.9% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 3 (Xeon W3565) vs 2 (A12-9800E). PCIe lanes: 36 (Xeon W3565) vs 8 (A12-9800E) — the Xeon W3565 offers 28 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: X58 (Xeon W3565) and A320,B350,X370 (A12-9800E).
| Feature | Xeon W3565 | A12-9800E |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1366 | AM4 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 5.0+67% | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1066 | DDR4-2400+33% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 24 GB | 64 GB+167% |
| RAM Channels | 3+50% | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 36+350% | 8 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization support: Yes (Xeon W3565) vs AMD-V (A12-9800E). The A12-9800E includes integrated graphics (Radeon R7), while the Xeon W3565 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: A12-9800E targets Low Power. Direct competitor: A12-9800E rivals Pentium G4600T.
| Feature | Xeon W3565 | A12-9800E |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | Radeon R7 |
| Unlocked | — | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | Yes | AMD-V |
| Target Use | — | Low Power |
Value Analysis
The Xeon W3565 launched at $294 MSRP, while the A12-9800E debuted at $426. At current prices ($69 vs $150), the Xeon W3565 is $81 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon W3565 delivers 49.1 pts/$ vs 22.8 pts/$ for the A12-9800E — making the Xeon W3565 the 73.3% better value option.
| Feature | Xeon W3565 | A12-9800E |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $294-31% | $426 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $69-54% | $150 |
| Performance per Dollar | 49.1+115% | 22.8 |
| Release Date | 2009 | 2017 |
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