Xeon X5687 vs Core i3-8300T
Xeon X5687
Core i3-8300T
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. The Xeon X5687 is positioned at rank #877 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Xeon X5687
Performance Per Dollar Core i3-8300T
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon X5687 | Core i3-8300T |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($189) | ✅ More affordable ($25) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Westmere-EP (2010−2011) / 32 nm) | ✨ Modern (Coffee Lake (2017−2019) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon X5687 | Core i3-8300T |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+655%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($189) | ✅ More affordable ($25) |
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 X5687 and Core i3-8300T
Xeon X5687
The Xeon X5687 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 14 February 2011 (14 years ago). It is based on the Westmere-EP (2010−2011) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.6 GHz, with boost up to 3.86 GHz. L3 cache: 12 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1366. Thermal design power (TDP): 130 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 5,386 points. Launch price was $121.
Core i3-8300T
The Core i3-8300T is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2 April 2018 (7 years ago). It is based on the Coffee Lake (2017−2019) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.2 GHz, with boost up to 3.2 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1151. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2400. Passmark benchmark score: 5,378 points. Launch price was $138.
Processing Power
The Xeon X5687 packs 4 cores / 8 threads, matching the Core i3-8300T's 4 cores. Boost clocks reach 3.86 GHz on the Xeon X5687 versus 3.2 GHz on the Core i3-8300T — a 18.7% clock advantage for the Xeon X5687 (base: 3.6 GHz vs 3.2 GHz). The Xeon X5687 uses the Westmere-EP (2010−2011) architecture (32 nm), while the Core i3-8300T uses Coffee Lake (2017−2019) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon X5687 scores 5,386 against the Core i3-8300T's 5,378 — a 0.1% lead for the Xeon X5687. L3 cache: 12 MB (total) on the Xeon X5687 vs 8 MB (total) on the Core i3-8300T.
| Feature | Xeon X5687 | Core i3-8300T |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 8 | 4 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 3.86 GHz+21% | 3.2 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.6 GHz+12% | 3.2 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 12 MB (total)+50% | 8 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 256 kB (per core) | 256K (per core) |
| Process | 32 nm | 14 nm-56% |
| Architecture | Westmere-EP (2010−2011) | Coffee Lake (2017−2019) |
| PassMark | 5,386 | 5,378 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 1,643 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 5,386 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon X5687 uses the LGA1366 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Core i3-8300T uses LGA1151 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3-1333 on the Xeon X5687 versus DDR4-2400 on the Core i3-8300T — the Core i3-8300T supports 28.6% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Xeon X5687 supports up to 288 GB of RAM compared to 64 GB — 127.3% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 3 (Xeon X5687) vs 2 (Core i3-8300T). PCIe lanes: 36 (Xeon X5687) vs 16 (Core i3-8300T) — the Xeon X5687 offers 20 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives.
| Feature | Xeon X5687 | Core i3-8300T |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1366 | LGA1151 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 3.0+50% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1333 | DDR4-2400+33% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 288 GB+350% | 64 GB |
| RAM Channels | 3+50% | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 36+125% | 16 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Xeon X5687) vs VT-x, VT-d (Core i3-8300T). The Core i3-8300T includes integrated graphics (UHD Graphics 630), while the Xeon X5687 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Xeon X5687 targets Server, Core i3-8300T targets Desktop.
| Feature | Xeon X5687 | Core i3-8300T |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | UHD Graphics 630 |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d, EPT | VT-x, VT-d |
| Target Use | Server | Desktop |
Value Analysis
The Xeon X5687 launched at $552 MSRP, while the Core i3-8300T debuted at $138. At current prices ($189 vs $25), the Core i3-8300T is $164 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon X5687 delivers 28.5 pts/$ vs 215.1 pts/$ for the Core i3-8300T — making the Core i3-8300T the 153.2% better value option.
| Feature | Xeon X5687 | Core i3-8300T |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $552 | $138-75% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $189 | $25-87% |
| Performance per Dollar | 28.5 | 215.1+655% |
| Release Date | 2011 | 2018 |
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