Xeon X5272 vs Core i3-4020Y

Xeon X5272

80 WW2007

Core i3-4020Y

2 Cores4 Thrd512 WWMax: 1.5 GHz2013

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Xeon X5272

1,451

+0.2%

1,448

0.0%

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 X5272 is positioned at rank 1029 and the Core i3-4020Y is on rank 716, so the Core i3-4020Y 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 X5272

Xeon Platinum 8454H

MSRP: $6540|Avg: N/A

167599%

Xeon Gold 6240R

MSRP: $2444|Avg: N/A

31644%

#10

Xeon 6337P

MSRP: $60|Avg: $5

28115%

#15

EPYC 9174F

MSRP: $194|Avg: $30

21719%

#1029

Xeon X5272

MSRP: $1172|Avg: $76

100%

#1030

Xeon Platinum 8260L

MSRP: $7500|Avg: $750

55%

#1031

Xeon 3.20

MSRP: $851|Avg: $10

55%

#1032

Xeon X5355

MSRP: $4491|Avg: $4000

36%

#1033

Xeon E5420

MSRP: $7214|Avg: $6500

23%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Core i3-4020Y

#704

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

1013%

#705

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

998%

#706

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

916%

#707

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

912%

#708

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

904%

#710

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

873%

#711

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

837%

#712

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

836%

#713

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

813%

#716

Core i3-4020Y

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#718

Core i3-1315UE

MSRP: $312|Avg: $250

100%

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 i3-4020Y (2013) utilizes 22 nm technology and DDR3, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Xeon X5272	Core i3-4020Y
Gaming	❌ Lower gaming performance	✅ Superior gaming performance
Workstation	✅ Better multi-core power	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks
Price	⚠️ Higher cost ($76)	✅ More affordable ($0)
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Legacy / 45 nm)	🛑 Legacy (Haswell (2013−2015) / 22 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Xeon X5272 (2007) relies on 45 nm technology and older memory, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Xeon X5272	Core i3-4020Y
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	⚠️ Higher cost ($76)	✅ More affordable ($0)

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 X5272 Benchmark Check

Core i3-4020Y Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Xeon X5272 and Core i3-4020Y

Xeon X5272

The Xeon X5272 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2015-01-01. Base frequency: 3.4 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB L2 Cache. Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: LGA771. Thermal design power (TDP): 80 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 1,451 points. Launch price was $800.

Core i3-4020Y

The Core i3-4020Y 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 1.5 GHz, with boost up to 1.5 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1168. Thermal design power (TDP): 11.5 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,448 points. Launch price was $304.

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Processing Power

The Core i3-4020Y is built on the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture. In PassMark, the Xeon X5272 scores 1,451 against the Core i3-4020Y's 1,448 — a 0.2% lead for the Xeon X5272. L3 cache: 6 MB L2 Cache on the Xeon X5272 vs 3 MB on the Core i3-4020Y.

Feature	Xeon X5272	Core i3-4020Y
Cores / Threads	—	2 / 4
Boost Clock	—	1.5 GHz
Base Clock	3.4 GHz+127%	1.5 GHz
L3 Cache	6 MB L2 Cache+100%	3 MB
L2 Cache	—	512 kB
Process	45 nm	22 nm-51%
Architecture	—	Haswell (2013−2015)
PassMark	1,451	1,448

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Memory & Platform

The Xeon X5272 uses the LGA771 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Core i3-4020Y uses FCBGA1168 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR2 on the Xeon X5272 versus 1600 on the Core i3-4020Y — the Core i3-4020Y supports 199.5% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Xeon X5272 supports up to 128 GB of RAM compared to 16 — 155.6% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 4 (Xeon X5272) vs 2 (Core i3-4020Y). PCIe lanes: 0 (Xeon X5272) vs 12 (Core i3-4020Y) — the Core i3-4020Y offers 12 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: Intel 5100,Intel 5400 (Xeon X5272) and BGA1168 (Core i3-4020Y).

Feature	Xeon X5272	Core i3-4020Y
Socket	LGA771	FCBGA1168
PCIe Generation	PCIe 2.0	PCIe 3.0+50%
Max RAM Speed	DDR2	1600+79900%
Max RAM Capacity	128 GB+838860700%	16
RAM Channels	4+100%	2
ECC Support	✅	❌
PCIe Lanes	0	12

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Advanced Features

Both support true virtualization. The Core i3-4020Y includes integrated graphics (Intel HD Graphics 4200), while the Xeon X5272 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Xeon X5272 targets Server.