Intel Xeon E3-1230L v3

Intel Xeon E3-1230L v3
Benchmarks & Specs

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The Intel Xeon E3-1230L v3, a remarkable processor based on the Haswell architecture, proved to be a smart choice for demanding yet energy-efficient applications right from its introduction. Manufactured using the then-advanced 22 nm technology, it stood out for its impressive balance of performance and low energy consumption.

We have found that its reliability and stability in continuous operation are still convincing today. With its four cores and eight threads, the Intel Xeon E3-1230L v3 offered solid multithreading performance that was more than sufficient for many tasks in workstations or smaller servers. The 8 MB Level 3 cache supported fast data processing.

Its maximum memory bandwidth of 26 GB/s was typical for its intended use and enabled smooth data flow. Anyone looking for a robust and durable solution at the time found a reliable partner in the Intel Xeon E3-1230L v3. Even today, this processor can still prove its worth in certain niche areas, especially where energy efficiency and operational reliability are important.
  • Low power consumption
  • High reliability in continuous operation
  • Solid multithreading performance
  • 8 MB Level 3 Cache

Performance Overview
Average performance across multiple benchmarks

Single-core performance
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In segment Desktop
Multi-core performance
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In segment Desktop
Geekbench 5, 64bit Single-Core

Geekbench 5, 64bit Single-Core
Single-core performance

Intel Core i7-2600S
4C / 8T · 3.80 GHz
768
Intel Xeon D-1531
6C / 12T · 2.70 GHz
766
Intel Xeon E3-1230L v3
4C / 8T · 2.80 GHz
764
Intel Pentium G3450
2C / 2T · 3.40 GHz
763
Intel Xeon E5-2697 v2
12C / 24T · 3.50 GHz
762
Geekbench 5, 64bit Multi-Core

Geekbench 5, 64bit Multi-Core
Multi-core performance

Intel Core i5-6585R
4C / 4T · 3.20 GHz
2,998
AMD Ryzen 3 1300X
4C / 4T · 3.60 GHz
2,975
Intel Xeon E3-1230L v3
4C / 8T · 2.80 GHz
2,968
Intel Xeon D-1527
4C / 8T · 2.20 GHz
2,963
Intel Core i5-6500
4C / 4T · 3.40 GHz
2,956
Cinebench R15 (Single-Core)

Cinebench R15 (Single-Core)
Single-core performance

Intel Core i3-4130T
2C / 4T · 2.90 GHz
109 cb
Intel Pentium G2030
2C / 2T · 3.00 GHz
109 cb
Intel Xeon E3-1230L v3
4C / 8T · 2.80 GHz
108 cb
Intel Celeron G1830
2C / 2T · 2.80 GHz
106 cb
Intel Celeron G1840
2C / 2T · 2.80 GHz
106 cb
Cinebench R15 (Multi-Core)

Cinebench R15 (Multi-Core)
Multi-core performance

AMD Ryzen 3 2200G
4C / 4T · 3.65 GHz
557 cb
AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G
4C / 4T · 3.65 GHz
557 cb
Intel Xeon E3-1230L v3
4C / 8T · 2.80 GHz
556 cb
AMD Ryzen 3 1300X
4C / 4T · 3.60 GHz
553 cb
Intel Xeon E3-1220 v5
4C / 4T · 3.30 GHz
551 cb

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At a glance

PropertyValue
FamilyIntel Xeon E3 (44)
CPU groupIntel Xeon E3 v3 (15)
ArchitectureHaswell S
Technology22 nm
SegmentDesktop
SocketLGA 1150
Generation4
Predecessor
Successor

CPU Cores and Base Frequency

PropertyValue
CPU Cores / Threads4 / 8
Hyperthreading / SMT
Core architecturenormal
Cores: 4x
Frequency: 1.80 GHz
Turbo Frequency (1 Core): 2.80 GHz
Turbo Frequency (4 Cores): 2.80 GHz
L2-Cache
L3-Cache8.00 MB
OverclockingNo

Memory & PCIe

Memory typeMemory bandwidth
DDR3-1600
25.6 GB/s
PropertyValue
Max. Memory32 GB
Memory channels2
ECC
PCIe
PCIe Bandwidth

Thermal Management

PropertyValue
TDP25 W
TDP (PL2)
TDP up
TDP down
T. junction max.

Technical details

PropertyValue
Chip designMonolithic
AES-NI
Operating systemsWindows 10, Linux
Instruction setx86-64 (64 bit)
ISA extensionsSSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX2
Release dateQ2/2013
Release price185 $
DocumentsTechnical data sheet
Intel Xeon E3-1230L v3
Intel Xeon E3-1230L v3
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