AMD Ryzen 3 1200 vs Intel Xeon E3-1231 v3

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Performance
Ryzen 3 1200
5,97516% of 36,991
Xeon E3-1231 v356% better
9,34925% of 36,991

The Xeon E3-1231 v3 has 56% better performance than the Ryzen 3 1200 for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

Performance per dollar
Ryzen 3 120047% better
54.8245% of 121.53
Xeon E3-1231 v3
37.431% of 121.53

The Ryzen 3 1200 has 47% better value for the money than the Xeon E3-1231 v3 for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

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Summary

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About the AMD Ryzen 3 1200 CPU

The AMD Ryzen 3 1200 is a 4-core (4-thread) processor built for the desktop CPU market. It launched in Q3 2017 with a suggested retail price of $109. It is part of AMD's Ryzen 3 lineup, which is based on the Zen microarchitecture. The 1200 is compatible with AMD Socket AM4 motherboards and is fabricated on GlobalFoundries's 14 nm manufacturing process.

Memory and Cache

The Ryzen 3 1200 supports DDR4 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Ryzen 3 1200 has multiple levels of cache. Its L1 cache, which is the smallest and fastest, is 96 KB in size, providing rapid access to crucial instructions. Its L2 cache, at 512 KB, is larger but slower than the L1. Its L3 cache, a shared resource among the CPU's cores, has a capacity of 8 MB.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Ryzen 3 1200 features 4 total cores which can process 4 threads simultaneously. The multi-threading capability allows the CPU to execute multiple computational tasks in parallel. The base clock speed of the CPU is 3.1 GHz, and it can boost up to 3.4 GHz under heavy workloads. Higher clock speeds result in better performance for the same microarchitecture. The multiplier is unlocked, enabling overclocking for those seeking to push the CPU's performance further.

Integrated Graphics

The Ryzen 3 1200 does not include an integrated graphics solution. A dedicated graphics card will be required if you require a monitor with your computer.

Benchmark Performance & Value

The Ryzen 3 1200 has the 384th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 16.15% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D. Its 5,975 score and $109 launch price (MSRP) gives it a performance per dollar of 54.82. This is the 36th best in value for the 3DMark 11 Perf. Physics benchmark.

About the Intel Xeon E3-1231 v3 CPU

The Intel Xeon E3-1231 v3 is an end-of-life 4-core (8-thread) processor built for the server CPU market. It launched in Q2 2014 with a suggested retail price of $250. It is part of Intel's Xeon E3 lineup, which is based on the Haswell-WS microarchitecture. The E3-1231 v3 is compatible with Intel Socket 1150 motherboards and is fabricated on Intel's 22 nm manufacturing process.

Memory and Cache

The Xeon E3-1231 v3 supports DDR3 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Xeon E3-1231 v3 has multiple levels of cache. Its L1 cache, which is the smallest and fastest, is 64 KB in size, providing rapid access to crucial instructions. Its L2 cache, at 256 KB, is larger but slower than the L1. Its L3 cache, a shared resource among the CPU's cores, has a capacity of 8 MB.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Xeon E3-1231 v3 features 4 total cores which can process 8 threads simultaneously. The multi-threading capability allows the CPU to execute multiple computational tasks in parallel. The base clock speed of the CPU is 3.4 GHz, and it can boost up to 3.8 GHz under heavy workloads. Higher clock speeds result in better performance for the same microarchitecture. The multiplier is locked, making it incapable of overclocking for pushing performance further.

Integrated Graphics

The Xeon E3-1231 v3 does not include an integrated graphics solution. A dedicated graphics card will be required if you require a monitor with your computer.

Benchmark Performance & Value

The Xeon E3-1231 v3 has the 267th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 25.27% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D. Its 9,349 score and $250 launch price (MSRP) gives it a performance per dollar of 37.4. This is the 90th best in value for the 3DMark 11 Perf. Physics benchmark.

General Info

General overview of the CPU, including details like its manufacturer, release date, launch price, and current production status.

InfoRyzen 3 1200Xeon E3-1231 v3
ManufacturerAMDIntel
SeriesRyzen 3Xeon E3
Market SegmentDesktopServer
Release DateQ3 2017Q2 2014
Launch Price (MSRP)$109$250
Production StatusActiveEnd-of-life
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Benchmark Performance

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Performance
Ryzen 3 1200
5,97516% of 36,991
Xeon E3-1231 v356% better
9,34925% of 36,991

The Xeon E3-1231 v3 has 56% better performance than the Ryzen 3 1200 for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The Ryzen 3 1200 is ranked 384th with a score of 5,975, and the Xeon E3-1231 v3 is ranked 267th with a score of 9,349.

Performance per dollar
Ryzen 3 120047% better
54.8245% of 121.53
Xeon E3-1231 v3
37.431% of 121.53

The Ryzen 3 1200 has 47% better value for the money than the Xeon E3-1231 v3 for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The Ryzen 3 1200 is ranked 36th with a performance per dollar of 54.82, and the Xeon E3-1231 v3 is ranked 90th with a performance per dollar of 37.4.

Relative Performance

The average score in the benchmark test can be compared to similar CPUs to assess relative performance. Generally, powerful CPUs tend to have higher scores.

Choose Baseline CPU:Ryzen 3 1200 or
CPUBenchmark Performance
Xeon E-2176G14,662+145%
Xeon E3-1280 v510,510+76%
Xeon E3-1231 v39,349+56%
Xeon E3-1230 v38,993+51%
Core i5-44606,499+9%
Core i5-64006,283+5%
Ryzen 3 12005,975
Core i5-34705,575-7%
Core i5-6600T5,406-10%

Relative Value For Money

The average performance per dollar in the benchmark test can be compared to similar CPUs to assess relative value. A higher score implies a better value for your money.

Choose Baseline CPU:Ryzen 3 1200 or
CPUPerformance Per Dollar
Core i5-11600K62.52+14%
Ryzen 5 260062.34+14%
Ryzen 3 120054.82
Ryzen 5 2600X52.72-4%
Core i5-840051.94-5%
Xeon E-2176G39.95-27%
Xeon E3-1231 v337.4-32%
Xeon E3-1230 v335.97-34%
Xeon E3-1280 v517.17-69%

Benchmark Scores

This table showcases the average performance scores achieved by both CPUs across industry-standard benchmark tests. These scores provide a valuable insight into overall performance. Powerful CPUs tend to have higher scores.

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BenchmarkRyzen 3 1200Xeon E3-1231 v3
3DMark 11 Performance Physics
5,975
9,349
(+56.47%)
3DMark Time Spy CPU
2,809
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Cinebench R15 Multi-Core
480
732
(+52.5%)
Cinebench R15 Single-Core
135
152
(+12.59%)
Geekbench 6.2 Multi-Core
2,846
3,790
(+33.17%)
Geekbench 6.2 Single-Core
995
1,200
(+20.6%)
CPU Mark Multi-Thread
6,292
7,052
(+12.08%)
CPU Mark Single-Thread
1,932
2,149
(+11.23%)
Benchmarks Source: Notebookcheck

Technical Specs

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Manufacturing Details

Information about the CPU's manufacturing like its foundry, process size, and transistor count.

SpecRyzen 3 1200Xeon E3-1231 v3
ManufacturerAMDIntel
FoundryGlobalFoundriesIntel
Process Size14 nm22 nm
Transistors4,800 million1,400 million

Architecture

CPU architecture specs like its memory channels, memory support, and microarchitecture. Newer CPU architectures can minimize bottlenecks and improve execution efficiency using more advanced techniques.

SpecRyzen 3 1200Xeon E3-1231 v3
SeriesRyzen 3Xeon E3
MicroarchitectureZenHaswell-WS
CodenameZenHaswell-WS
Memory SupportDDR4DDR3
Memory ChannelsDual-channelDual-channel
ECC MemoryYesYes

Cores & Clock Speeds

Processing power information like its cores and clock speed. These specs impact how fast they can handle instructions and tasks. These have a strong impact on the CPU's performance.

SpecRyzen 3 1200Xeon E3-1231 v3
Cores44
Threads48
Clock Speed3.1 GHz3.4 GHz
Turbo Clock3.4 GHz3.8 GHz
Base Clock100 MHz100 MHz
Multiplier31.0x34.0x
Multiplier UnlockedYesNo

Cache

CPU cache specs like its L1 & L2 cache. These provide the CPU with a small, but super-fast memory access. A larger cache can improve a CPU's performance.

SpecRyzen 3 1200Xeon E3-1231 v3
L1 Cache96 KB64 KB
L2 Cache512 KB256 KB
L3 Cache8 MB8 MB

Compatibility & Power Consumption

Compatibility and power consumption information like its socket type, thermal design power, power limits. These can help verify the CPU's compatibility with other PC components.

SpecRyzen 3 1200Xeon E3-1231 v3
SocketAMD Socket AM4Intel Socket 1150
PCI ExpressPCIe 3.0 x16PCIe 3.0 x16
Thermal Design Power (TDP)65 W80 W
TJ Max95 °C--

Graphics, Features, & Extensions

Additional CPU features like its bundled coolers, integrated graphics, and extensions/technologies.

SpecRyzen 3 1200Xeon E3-1231 v3
Extensions / TechnologiesMMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AES, AVX, AVX2, BMI1, BMI2, SHA, F16C, FMA3, AMD64, EVP, AMD-V, SMAP, SMEP, Precision BoostMMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, EIST, Intel 64, XD bit, TXT, VT-x, VT-d, AES-NI, ECC, HTT, FMA3, F16C, BMI1, BMI2, x8 SDDC, vPro, TBT 2.0

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* Performance rating, performance per dollar, and rankings are based on the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark and MSRP.