CPU
GPU
Xeon X3450
Atom Z3735G
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 X3450 is positioned at rank 813 and the Atom Z3735G is on rank 5, so the Atom Z3735G offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Xeon X3450
Performance Per Dollar Atom Z3735G
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon X3450 | Atom Z3735G |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($39) | ✅ More affordable ($17) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Lynnfield (2009−2010) / 45 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Bay Trail-T (2013−2014) / 22 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon X3450 | Atom Z3735G |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+131%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($39) | ✅ More affordable ($17) |
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 X3450 and Atom Z3735G
Xeon X3450
The Xeon X3450 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 8 September 2009 (16 years ago). It is based on the Lynnfield (2009−2010) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 2.66 GHz, with boost up to 3.2 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1156. Thermal design power (TDP): 95 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-800, DDR3-1066, DDR3-1333. Passmark benchmark score: 2,877 points. Launch price was $241.
Atom Z3735G
The Atom Z3735G is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 9 April 2014 (11 years ago). It is based on the Bay Trail-T (2013−2014) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.33 GHz, with boost up to 1.83 GHz. L3 cache: 2 MB L2 Cache. L2 cache: 2 MB. Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: UTFCBGA592. Thermal design power (TDP): 2 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 2,891 points. Launch price was $17.
Processing Power
The Xeon X3450 packs 4 cores / 8 threads, matching the Atom Z3735G's 4 cores. Boost clocks reach 3.2 GHz on the Xeon X3450 versus 1.83 GHz on the Atom Z3735G — a 54.5% clock advantage for the Xeon X3450 (base: 2.66 GHz vs 1.33 GHz). The Xeon X3450 uses the Lynnfield (2009−2010) architecture (45 nm), while the Atom Z3735G uses Bay Trail-T (2013−2014) (22 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon X3450 scores 2,877 against the Atom Z3735G's 2,891 — a 0.5% lead for the Atom Z3735G. L3 cache: 8 MB (total) on the Xeon X3450 vs 2 MB L2 Cache on the Atom Z3735G.
| Feature | Xeon X3450 | Atom Z3735G |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 8 | 4 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 3.2 GHz+75% | 1.83 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.66 GHz+100% | 1.33 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 8 MB (total)+300% | 2 MB L2 Cache |
| L2 Cache | 256 kB (per core) | 2 MB+700% |
| Process | 45 nm | 22 nm-51% |
| Architecture | Lynnfield (2009−2010) | Bay Trail-T (2013−2014) |
| PassMark | 2,877 | 2,891 |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon X3450 uses the LGA1156 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Atom Z3735G uses UTFCBGA592 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Xeon X3450 | Atom Z3735G |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1156 | UTFCBGA592 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 2.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | — | DDR3L-RS 1333 |
| Max RAM Capacity | — | 1 GB |
| RAM Channels | — | 1 |
| ECC Support | — | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | — | 0 |
Advanced Features
The Atom Z3735G includes integrated graphics (Intel HD Graphics (Bay Trail)), while the Xeon X3450 requires a dedicated GPU.
| Feature | Xeon X3450 | Atom Z3735G |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | — | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | Intel HD Graphics (Bay Trail) |
Value Analysis
The Xeon X3450 launched at $241 MSRP, while the Atom Z3735G debuted at $17.
| Feature | Xeon X3450 | Atom Z3735G |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $241 | $17-93% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $39 | — |
| Release Date | 2009 | 2014 |
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