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CPU Comparison: FPS, Specs & Value

Core i7-3770 vs Xeon E3-1240 v2

The Core i7-3770 is slightly slower than the Xeon E3-1240 v2 on average across 100+ games. We cannot compare value as at least one CPU is out of stock.

  • Available for $177.19
  • Up to 2% faster on average across 100+ games
  • Is 1 month newer

FPS Comparison Across Popular Games

Specs & Benchmark Comparison

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Xeon E3-1240 v2 ranks 6 points higher.

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Base Frequencyhelp
Turbo Frequencyhelp

Core i7-3770 boosts 3% higher.

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Xeon E3-1240 v2 draws 8W less power.

LGA1155
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LGA1155
Ivy Bridge
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Ivy Bridge
Desktop
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Server/Workstation
Intel HD 4000
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No Integrated Graphics
1600 MHz (DDR3)
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DDR3
Not Overclockable
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Not Overclockable

Frequently Asked Questions

compare_arrowsWhich is better, Core i7-3770 or Xeon E3-1240 v2?expand_more
Neither, they're within 1% of each other across 100+ games. Pick based on price, availability, or platform compatibility.
aspect_ratioWhich is better for 1440p and 4K gaming, Core i7-3770 or Xeon E3-1240 v2?expand_more
They trade blows depending on the game. Toggle the resolution selector above to compare per-game FPS at 1440p and 4K.
differenceWhat is the difference between Core i7-3770 and Xeon E3-1240 v2?expand_more
Performance: Core i7-3770 scores 9/100, Xeon E3-1240 v2 scores 15/100. They also differ in core count, clock speeds, L3 cache, and power draw. Full breakdown in the specs section above.
compressWill the Core i7-3770 or Xeon E3-1240 v2 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 i7-3770 or Xeon E3-1240 v2?expand_more
Both are solid choices. Compare your current CPU against each one to see the exact FPS gain.

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