Xeon X3470 vs Core i3-4370T

Xeon X3470

4 Cores8 Thrd95 WWMax: 3.6 GHz2009

Core i3-4370T

2 Cores4 Thrd35 WWMax: 3.3 GHz2015

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Xeon X3470

4 / 8

3,341

0.0%

3,361

+0.6%

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 X3470 is positioned at rank 976 and the Core i3-4370T is on rank 700, so the Core i3-4370T offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar Xeon X3470

Xeon Platinum 8454H

MSRP: $6540|Avg: N/A

36653%

Xeon Gold 6240R

MSRP: $2444|Avg: N/A

6920%

#10

Xeon 6337P

MSRP: $60|Avg: $5

6149%

#15

EPYC 9174F

MSRP: $194|Avg: $30

4750%

#536

Xeon W-3265M

MSRP: $6300|Avg: $3500

99%

#976

Xeon X3470

MSRP: $589|Avg: $16

100%

#979

Xeon E5-2689

MSRP: $1800|Avg: $18

97%

#980

Xeon E5-2450L

MSRP: $1106|Avg: $78

96%

#981

Xeon X3480

MSRP: $612|Avg: $48

96%

#982

Xeon E5-2687W

MSRP: $1885|Avg: $70

94%

#983

Xeon E5-4610

MSRP: $1219|Avg: $50

93%

#985

Xeon X7550

MSRP: $1500|Avg: $1400

93%

#986

Xeon E7540

MSRP: $1980|Avg: $146

92%

#987

Xeon E7530

MSRP: $1391|Avg: $146

92%

#988

Xeon E5-4627 v4

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $200

92%

#989

Xeon E5-4627 v3

MSRP: $2225|Avg: $200

90%

#990

Xeon X5660

MSRP: $1219|Avg: $10

86%

#991

Xeon E5-2667

MSRP: $1552|Avg: $31

85%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Core i3-4370T

Ryzen 9 7950X

MSRP: $194|Avg: $20

12796%

Core i9-10900T

MSRP: $120|Avg: $5

12091%

Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE

MSRP: $423|Avg: $5

8779%

Ryzen Threadripper 3960X

MSRP: $1399|Avg: $85

2645%

Ryzen 9 9950X

MSRP: $649|Avg: $129

2095%

Ryzen 5 8400F

MSRP: $303|Avg: $55

1833%

Ryzen 7 PRO 2700

MSRP: $299|Avg: $60

1050%

Ryzen 5 2600X

MSRP: $229|Avg: $55

1036%

Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G

MSRP: $150|Avg: $60

943%

#10

Core Ultra 5 245KF

MSRP: $294|Avg: $189

943%

#11

Ryzen 5 5500

MSRP: $159|Avg: $85

933%

#12

Ryzen 5 3600

MSRP: $199|Avg: $80

907%

#13

Core i3-9100E

MSRP: $202|Avg: $30

895%

#14

Core Ultra 5 245K

MSRP: $319|Avg: $200

891%

#15

Core i3-8300T

MSRP: $138|Avg: $25

883%

#391

Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX

MSRP: $1299|Avg: $1300

98%

#700

Core i3-4370T

MSRP: $138|Avg: $138

100%

#701

FX-6200

MSRP: $169|Avg: $25

100%

#702

FX-4150

MSRP: $137|Avg: $20

100%

#703

Core i5-2450P

MSRP: $177|Avg: $30

99%

#704

Core i5-4690T

MSRP: $192|Avg: $98

99%

#705

Core i5-4430S

MSRP: $182|Avg: $90

99%

#706

Core i5-4440S

MSRP: $182|Avg: $30

99%

#709

Core i3-4360T

MSRP: $138|Avg: $40

98%

#711

Core i5-3470S

MSRP: $184|Avg: $37

98%

#712

Core i5-4670T

MSRP: $189|Avg: $35

97%

#713

Core i5-2400S

MSRP: $135|Avg: $10

97%

#714

Pentium G3420

MSRP: $86|Avg: $40

97%

#715

Core i5-6500

MSRP: $239|Avg: $123

96%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

About PassMark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Generational Difference: This comparison involves processors from different technological eras. The Core i3-4370T (2015) utilizes 22 nm technology and DDR3-1333/1600, DDR3L-1333/1600, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Xeon X3470	Core i3-4370T
Gaming	✅ Superior gaming performance	❌ Lower gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	✅ More affordable ($16)	⚠️ Higher cost ($138)
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Lynnfield (2009−2010) / 45 nm)	🛑 Legacy (Haswell (2013−2015) / 22 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Xeon X3470 (2009) relies on 45 nm technology and DDR3-800, DDR3-1066, DDR3-1333, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Xeon X3470	Core i3-4370T
Cost Efficiency	✅ Better overall value (+757%)	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅ More affordable ($16)	⚠️ Higher cost ($138)

Performance Check

Paired with RTX 4090

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.

Xeon X3470 Benchmark Check

Core i3-4370T Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Xeon X3470 and Core i3-4370T

Xeon X3470

The Xeon X3470 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 2.93 GHz, with boost up to 3.6 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: 3,341 points. Launch price was $589.

Core i3-4370T

The Core i3-4370T is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 30 March 2015 (10 years ago). It is based on the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.3 GHz, with boost up to 3.3 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1150. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-1333/1600, DDR3L-1333/1600. Passmark benchmark score: 3,361 points. Launch price was $138.

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Processing Power

The Xeon X3470 packs 4 cores / 8 threads, while the Core i3-4370T offers 2 cores / 4 threads — the Xeon X3470 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.6 GHz on the Xeon X3470 versus 3.3 GHz on the Core i3-4370T — a 8.7% clock advantage for the Xeon X3470 (base: 2.93 GHz vs 3.3 GHz). The Xeon X3470 uses the Lynnfield (2009−2010) architecture (45 nm), while the Core i3-4370T uses Haswell (2013−2015) (22 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon X3470 scores 3,341 against the Core i3-4370T's 3,361 — a 0.6% lead for the Core i3-4370T. L3 cache: 8 MB (total) on the Xeon X3470 vs 4 MB (total) on the Core i3-4370T.

Feature	Xeon X3470	Core i3-4370T
Cores / Threads	4 / 8+100%	2 / 4
Boost Clock	3.6 GHz+9%	3.3 GHz
Base Clock	2.93 GHz	3.3 GHz+13%
L3 Cache	8 MB (total)+100%	4 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	3,341	3,361

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Memory & Platform

The Xeon X3470 uses the LGA1156 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Core i3-4370T uses LGA1150 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.

Feature	Xeon X3470	Core i3-4370T
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

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Advanced Features

Virtualization: not specified (Xeon X3470) / VT-x, VT-d (Core i3-4370T). The Core i3-4370T includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics 4600), while the Xeon X3470 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i3-4370T targets Desktop Low Power.

Feature	Xeon X3470	Core i3-4370T
Integrated GPU	—	Yes
IGPU Model	—	HD Graphics 4600
Unlocked	—	No
AVX-512	—	No
Virtualization	—	VT-x, VT-d
Target Use	—	Desktop Low Power

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Value Analysis

The Xeon X3470 launched at $589 MSRP, while the Core i3-4370T debuted at $138. At current prices ($16 vs $138), the Xeon X3470 is $122 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon X3470 delivers 208.8 pts/$ vs 24.4 pts/$ for the Core i3-4370T — making the Xeon X3470 the 158.2% better value option.