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CPU Comparison: FPS, Specs & Value

Core i3-12100F vs Xeon E3-1285L v4

The Core i3-12100F is much faster than the Xeon E3-1285L v4 on average across 100+ games. We cannot compare value as at least one CPU is out of stock.

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Up to 52% faster on average across 100+ games
Is 6 years and 8 months newer
Up to 359% cheaper – $97 vs $445
Up to 597% better value for money

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Up to 359% more expensive – $445 vs $97

FPS Comparison Across Popular Games

Predicted average FPS at 1080p, 1440p, and 4K, based on real game benchmarks.

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Grand Theft Auto V2013

216FPS

203FPS

645FPS

518FPS

League of Legends2009

Core i3-12100F

309FPS

Xeon E3-1285L v4

206FPS

Escape From Tarkov2017

Core i3-12100F

239FPS

Xeon E3-1285L v4

218FPS

Valorant2020

Core i3-12100F

678FPS

Xeon E3-1285L v4

583FPS

Minecraft2011

Core i3-12100F

711FPS

Xeon E3-1285L v4

611FPS

Dota 22013

Core i3-12100F

234FPS

Xeon E3-1285L v4

186FPS

Call of Duty: Warzone 2.02020

Core i3-12100F

238FPS

Xeon E3-1285L v4

233FPS

Specs & Benchmark Comparison

Side-by-side specs, synthetic benchmarks, and key hardware differences.

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Core i3-12100F

48%

Xeon E3-1285L v4

36%

Core i3-12100F ranks 12 points higher.

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12 MB

6 MB

Core i3-12100F has 6 MB more L3 cache.

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Core i3-12100F

3.3 GHz

Xeon E3-1285L v4

3.4 GHz

Xeon E3-1285L v4 has a 3% higher base clock.

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Core i3-12100F

4.3 GHz

Xeon E3-1285L v4

3.8 GHz

Core i3-12100F boosts 13% higher.

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Core i3-12100F

58W

Xeon E3-1285L v4

65W

Core i3-12100F draws 7W less power.

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Core i3-12100F

Xeon E3-1285L v4

Core i3-12100FXeon E3-1285L v4

LGA1700

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LGA1150

Alder Lake-S

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Broadwell-DT

Desktop

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Server/Workstation

No Integrated Graphics

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Intel Iris Pro P6300

3200 MHz (DDR4), 4800 MHz (DDR5)

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1866 MHz (DDR3)

Not Overclockable

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Not Overclockable

Frequently Asked Questions

compare_arrowsWhich is better, Core i3-12100F or Xeon E3-1285L v4?expand_more

The Core i3-12100F. It's 33% faster than the Xeon E3-1285L v4 on average across 100+ games, scoring 48/100 vs 36/100 in our gaming rating.

speedHow much faster is Core i3-12100F than Xeon E3-1285L v4?expand_more

33% faster on average. The gap varies by game and resolution, check the per-game FPS comparison above.

aspect_ratioWhich is better for 1440p and 4K gaming, Core i3-12100F or Xeon E3-1285L v4?expand_more

The Core i3-12100F is faster at both resolutions. Toggle the resolution selector above to see per-game FPS.

paidIs the Core i3-12100F worth buying in 2026?expand_more

It scores 48/100 in our gaming rating, faster than most CPUs on the market. Good buy if the price is right.

differenceWhat is the difference between Core i3-12100F and Xeon E3-1285L v4?expand_more

Performance: Core i3-12100F scores 48/100, Xeon E3-1285L v4 scores 36/100. They also differ in core count, clock speeds, L3 cache, and power draw. Full breakdown in the specs section above.

compressWill the Core i3-12100F or Xeon E3-1285L v4 bottleneck my PC?expand_more

Depends on the rest of your build, especially your GPU. Swap the paired GPU in the FPS section above to see if it limits performance, or use our bottleneck calculator for a full analysis.

upgradeIs it worth upgrading to the Core i3-12100F or Xeon E3-1285L v4?expand_more

The Core i3-12100F is the stronger pick at 48/100. Compare your current CPU against it to see the exact FPS gain across 100+ games.