Intel Xeon E3-1231 v3

Intel Xeon E3-1231 v3

About processor

The Intel Xeon E3-1231 v3 processor is a powerful and efficient CPU designed for server use. With a total of 4 cores and 8 threads, this processor is capable of handling demanding server workloads with ease. The base frequency of 3.4 GHz and max turbo frequency of 3.8 GHz ensure that the processor delivers excellent performance across a wide range of tasks. One of the standout features of the Xeon E3-1231 v3 is its 8MB of L3 cache, which helps to improve overall system responsiveness and multitasking capabilities. With a TDP of 80W, this processor strikes a good balance between performance and power efficiency, making it a great choice for servers where power consumption is a concern. In terms of performance, the Xeon E3-1231 v3 delivers impressive results. It achieves a Geekbench 6 Single Core score of 1275 and a Multi Core score of 4198, demonstrating its ability to handle both single-threaded and multi-threaded workloads effectively. Overall, the Intel Xeon E3-1231 v3 processor is a reliable and high-performance option for server applications. Its combination of strong processing power, multitasking capabilities, and power efficiency make it a solid choice for a wide range of server workloads.

Basic

Label Name
Intel
Platform
Server
Launch Date
May 2014
Model Name
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The Intel processor number is just one of several factors - along with processor brand, system configurations, and system-level benchmarks - to be considered when choosing the right processor for your computing needs.
Xeon E3-1231 v3
Code Name
Haswell-WS
Foundry
Intel
Generation
Xeon E3 (Haswell-WS)

CPU Specifications

Total Cores
?
Cores is a hardware term that describes the number of independent central processing units in a single computing component (die or chip).
4
Total Threads
?
Where applicable, Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology is only available on Performance-cores.
8
Performance-core Base Frequency
3.4 GHz
Performance-core Max Turbo Frequency
?
Maximum P-core turbo frequency derived from Intel® Turbo Boost Technology.
3.8 GHz
L1 Cache
64K per core
L2 Cache
256K per core
L3 Cache
8MB shared
Bus Frequency
100MHz
Multiplier
34.0
Unlocked Multiplier
No
CPU Socket
?
The socket is the component that provides the mechanical and electrical connections between the processor and motherboard.
Intel Socket 1150
Technology
?
Lithography refers to the semiconductor technology used to manufacture an integrated circuit, and is reported in nanometer (nm), indicative of the size of features built on the semiconductor.
22 nm
TDP
80 W
PCIe Version
?
PCI Express is a high-speed serial computer expansion bus standard used for connecting high-speed components, replacing older standards such as AGP, PCI, and PCI-X. It has gone through multiple revisions and improvements since its initial release. PCIe 1.0 was first introduced in 2002, and in order to meet the growing demand for higher bandwidth, subsequent versions have been released over time.
3
Transistor Count
1.4 billions

Memory Specifications

Memory Type
?
Intel® processors come in four different types: Single Channel, Dual Channel, Triple Channel, and Flex Mode. Maximum supported memory speed may be lower when populating multiple DIMMs per channel on products that support multiple memory channels.
DDR3-1600
Memory Channels
?
The number of memory channels refers to the bandwidth operation for real world application.
2
ECC Memory Support
Yes

GPU Specifications

Integrated Graphics Model
?
An integrated GPU refers to the graphics core that is integrated into the CPU processor. Leveraging the processor's powerful computational capabilities and intelligent power efficiency management, it delivers outstanding graphics performance and a smooth application experience at a lower power consumption.
N/A

Miscellaneous

PCIe Lanes
16

Benchmarks

Geekbench 6
Single Core Score
1275
Geekbench 6
Multi Core Score
4198
Geekbench 5
Single Core Score
973
Geekbench 5
Multi Core Score
3528
Passmark CPU
Single Core Score
2150
Passmark CPU
Multi Core Score
7039

Compared to Other CPU

Geekbench 6 Single Core
1360 +6.7%
1317 +3.3%
1233 -3.3%
1196 -6.2%
Geekbench 6 Multi Core
4764 +13.5%
4503 +7.3%
3983 -5.1%
3737 -11%
Geekbench 5 Single Core
1020 +4.8%
1001 +2.9%
956 -1.7%
936 -3.8%
Geekbench 5 Multi Core
3790 +7.4%
3641 +3.2%
3387 -4%
3263 -7.5%
Passmark CPU Single Core
2206 +2.6%
2179 +1.3%
2124 -1.2%
2100 -2.3%
Passmark CPU Multi Core
7581 +7.7%
7353 +4.5%
6866 -2.5%
6545 -7%