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Xeon X5570
Core i3-6100E
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 X5570 is positioned at rank 679 and the Core i3-6100E is on rank 902, so the Xeon X5570 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
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Performance Per Dollar Xeon X5570
Performance Per Dollar Core i3-6100E
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon X5570 | Core i3-6100E |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($50) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Gainestown (2009−2010) / 45 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Skylake (2015−2016) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon X5570 | Core i3-6100E |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($50) |
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 X5570 and Core i3-6100E
Xeon X5570
The Xeon X5570 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 30 March 2009 (16 years ago). It is based on the Gainestown (2009−2010) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 2.93 GHz, with boost up to 3.33 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1366. Thermal design power (TDP): 95 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 3,306 points. Launch price was $49.
Core i3-6100E
The Core i3-6100E is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 12 October 2015 (10 years ago). It is based on the Skylake (2015−2016) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Max frequency: 2.7 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: LPDDR3-1866. Passmark benchmark score: 3,315 points. Launch price was $225.
Processing Power
The Xeon X5570 packs 4 cores / 8 threads, while the Core i3-6100E offers 2 cores / 4 threads — the Xeon X5570 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.33 GHz on the Xeon X5570 versus 2.7 GHz on the Core i3-6100E — a 20.9% clock advantage for the Xeon X5570. The Xeon X5570 uses the Gainestown (2009−2010) architecture (45 nm), while the Core i3-6100E uses Skylake (2015−2016) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon X5570 scores 3,306 against the Core i3-6100E's 3,315 — a 0.3% lead for the Core i3-6100E. L3 cache: 8 MB (total) on the Xeon X5570 vs 3 MB on the Core i3-6100E.
| Feature | Xeon X5570 | Core i3-6100E |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 8+100% | 2 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 3.33 GHz+23% | 2.7 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.93 GHz | — |
| L3 Cache | 8 MB (total)+167% | 3 MB |
| L2 Cache | 256 kB (per core) | 512 kB+100% |
| Process | 45 nm | 14 nm-69% |
| Architecture | Gainestown (2009−2010) | Skylake (2015−2016) |
| PassMark | 3,306 | 3,315 |
Memory & Platform
Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3-1333 on the Xeon X5570 versus 2133 on the Core i3-6100E — the Core i3-6100E supports 199.4% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. Memory channels: 3 (Xeon X5570) vs 2 (Core i3-6100E). Chipset compatibility: Intel X58,Intel 5520 (Xeon X5570) and Intel 100 Series,Intel C230 Series (Core i3-6100E).
| Feature | Xeon X5570 | Core i3-6100E |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1366 | — |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 3.0+50% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1333 | 2133+71000% |
| Max RAM Capacity | — | 64 |
| RAM Channels | 3+50% | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | — | 16 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Xeon X5570) vs true (Core i3-6100E). The Core i3-6100E includes integrated graphics (Intel HD Graphics 530), while the Xeon X5570 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Xeon X5570 targets Workstation. Direct competitor: Xeon X5570 rivals Core i3-2100.
| Feature | Xeon X5570 | Core i3-6100E |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | Intel HD Graphics 530 |
| Unlocked | No | — |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d, EPT | true |
| Target Use | Workstation | — |
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