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CPU Comparison: FPS, Specs & Value

Xeon E3-1265L v2 vs Core i3-8100T

The Xeon E3-1265L v2 is quite a bit slower than the Core i3-8100T on average across 100+ games. We cannot compare value as at least one CPU is out of stock.

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Up to 43% faster on average across 100+ games
Is 6 years newer
Available for $48.59

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

Xeon E3-1265L v2

189FPS

Core i3-8100T

199FPS

League of Legends2009

Xeon E3-1265L v2

138FPS

Core i3-8100T

185FPS

Valorant2020

Xeon E3-1265L v2

542FPS

Core i3-8100T

567FPS

Fortnite2017

Xeon E3-1265L v2

326FPS

Core i3-8100T

324FPS

Minecraft2011

Xeon E3-1265L v2

575FPS

Core i3-8100T

595FPS

Overwatch 22023

520FPS

517FPS

399FPS

486FPS

Call of Duty: Warzone 2.02020

Xeon E3-1265L v2

243FPS

Core i3-8100T

234FPS

Specs & Benchmark Comparison

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

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Xeon E3-1265L v2

11%

Core i3-8100T

19%

Core i3-8100T ranks 8 points higher.

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Xeon E3-1265L v2 has 4 more threads.

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Xeon E3-1265L v2

8 MB

Core i3-8100T

6 MB

Xeon E3-1265L v2 has 2 MB more L3 cache.

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Xeon E3-1265L v2

2.5 GHz

Core i3-8100T

3.1 GHz

Core i3-8100T has a 24% higher base clock.

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3.5 GHz

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45W

35W

Core i3-8100T draws 10W less power.

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Xeon E3-1265L v2

Core i3-8100T

$48.59

Xeon E3-1265L v2Core i3-8100T

LGA1155

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LGA1151

Ivy Bridge

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Coffee Lake

Server/Workstation

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Desktop

Intel HD 2500

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UHD Graphics 630

DDR3

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2400 MHz (DDR4)

Not Overclockable

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Not Overclockable

Frequently Asked Questions

compare_arrowsWhich is better, Xeon E3-1265L v2 or Core i3-8100T?expand_more

The Core i3-8100T. It's 73% faster than the Xeon E3-1265L v2 on average across 100+ games, scoring 19/100 vs 11/100 in our gaming rating.

speedHow much faster is Core i3-8100T than Xeon E3-1265L v2?expand_more

73% 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, Xeon E3-1265L v2 or Core i3-8100T?expand_more

The Core i3-8100T is faster at both resolutions. Toggle the resolution selector above to see per-game FPS.

paidIs the Core i3-8100T worth buying in 2026?expand_more

It scores 19/100 in our gaming rating, faster than most CPUs on the market. Good buy if the price is right.

differenceWhat is the difference between Xeon E3-1265L v2 and Core i3-8100T?expand_more

Performance: Xeon E3-1265L v2 scores 11/100, Core i3-8100T scores 19/100. They also differ in core count, clock speeds, L3 cache, and power draw. Full breakdown in the specs section above.

compressWill the Xeon E3-1265L v2 or Core i3-8100T 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 Xeon E3-1265L v2 or Core i3-8100T?expand_more

The Core i3-8100T is the stronger pick at 19/100. Compare your current CPU against it to see the exact FPS gain across 100+ games.