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Xeon X3450
Core i3-4130T
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 Core i3-4130T is on rank 723, so the Core i3-4130T 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 Core i3-4130T
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon X3450 | Core i3-4130T |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($39) | ✅ More affordable ($10) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Lynnfield (2009−2010) / 45 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Haswell (2013−2015) / 22 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon X3450 | Core i3-4130T |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+290%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($39) | ✅ More affordable ($10) |
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 Core i3-4130T
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.
Core i3-4130T
The Core i3-4130T is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 September 2013 (12 years ago). It is based on the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.9 GHz, with boost up to 2.9 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1150. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 2,876 points. Launch price was $270.
Processing Power
The Xeon X3450 packs 4 cores / 8 threads, while the Core i3-4130T offers 2 cores / 4 threads — the Xeon X3450 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.2 GHz on the Xeon X3450 versus 2.9 GHz on the Core i3-4130T — a 9.8% clock advantage for the Xeon X3450 (base: 2.66 GHz vs 2.9 GHz). The Xeon X3450 uses the Lynnfield (2009−2010) architecture (45 nm), while the Core i3-4130T uses Haswell (2013−2015) (22 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon X3450 scores 2,877 against the Core i3-4130T's 2,876 — a 0% lead for the Xeon X3450. L3 cache: 8 MB (total) on the Xeon X3450 vs 3 MB (total) on the Core i3-4130T.
| Feature | Xeon X3450 | Core i3-4130T |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 8+100% | 2 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 3.2 GHz+10% | 2.9 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.66 GHz | 2.9 GHz+9% |
| L3 Cache | 8 MB (total)+167% | 3 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 256 kB (per core) | 256 kB (per core) |
| Process | 45 nm | 22 nm-51% |
| Architecture | Lynnfield (2009−2010) | Haswell (2013−2015) |
| PassMark | 2,877 | 2,876 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 890 |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon X3450 uses the LGA1156 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Core i3-4130T uses LGA1150 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Xeon X3450 | Core i3-4130T |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1156 | LGA1150 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 3.0+50% |
| Max RAM Speed | — | DDR3-1600 |
| Max RAM Capacity | — | 32 GB |
| RAM Channels | — | 2 |
| ECC Support | — | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | — | 16 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: not specified (Xeon X3450) / VT-x, EPT (Core i3-4130T). The Core i3-4130T includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics 4400), while the Xeon X3450 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i3-4130T targets Low Power Desktop. Direct competitor: Core i3-4130T rivals A8-7600.
| Feature | Xeon X3450 | Core i3-4130T |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | — | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | HD Graphics 4400 |
| Unlocked | — | No |
| AVX-512 | — | No |
| Virtualization | — | VT-x, EPT |
| Target Use | — | Low Power Desktop |
Value Analysis
The Xeon X3450 launched at $241 MSRP, while the Core i3-4130T debuted at $124. At current prices ($39 vs $10), the Core i3-4130T is $29 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon X3450 delivers 73.8 pts/$ vs 287.6 pts/$ for the Core i3-4130T — making the Core i3-4130T the 118.3% better value option.
| Feature | Xeon X3450 | Core i3-4130T |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $241 | $124-49% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $39 | $10-74% |
| Performance per Dollar | 73.8 | 287.6+290% |
| Release Date | 2009 | 2013 |
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