CPU Comparison
Intel Core i3-10325
Xeon E-2244G
PERFORMANCE BENCHMARKS
Analysis: Intel Core i3-10325 vs Intel Xeon E-2244G
The Intel Core i3-10325 and the Intel Xeon E-2244G are both 4-core, 8-thread Intel processors, but they target different market segments: desktop versus server/workstation. Despite this, benchmark results place them nearly identically in overall performance, with the Core i3-10325 holding a slim 0.1% lead in average benchmark score (2530 vs. 2527). The data shows a clear sweep in the head-to-head Cinebench tests, with the Core i3-10325 winning all six comparisons by margins between 7.6% and 7.8%. However, the Xeon E-2244G counters with ECC memory support and a higher boost clock, making the choice dependent on platform requirements rather than raw compute speed.
The Verdict
From the data, the Intel Core i3-10325 is the straightforward pick for anyone prioritizing raw benchmark performance. It wins every single head-to-head Cinebench test, from the older R15 to the newer R23, in both single-core and multi-core workloads. The margins are consistent and non-trivial: 7.7% in Cinebench R15 multi-core, 7.8% in R15 single-core, and 7.6% in both R20 and R23 multi-core and single-core tests. Its average benchmark score of 2530 also edges out the Xeon’s 2527, and it sits at the 49th percentile of all CPUs, identical to the Xeon.
The Intel Xeon E-2244G is the pick only if your system requires ECC memory, as the Core i3-10325 does not support it. The Xeon also offers a higher boost clock (4.80 GHz vs. 4.70 GHz) and a larger die size (126 mm²), but these advantages do not translate into a benchmark win. Its production status is end-of-life, while the Core i3 is active, suggesting the Core i3 is the more future-proof choice for new builds. For any user who does not specifically need ECC, the data points overwhelmingly to the Core i3-10325.
Where Each One Wins
The benchmark distribution is entirely one-sided. The Core i3-10325 wins in every recorded Cinebench test, which covers both single-threaded and multi-threaded workloads. Its victories are consistent across generations of the Cinebench suite, indicating that its advantage is not tied to a specific workload type but rather a general performance edge.
The Xeon E-2244G’s wins are not in benchmarks but in feature set. It is the only one of the two with ECC memory support, a critical feature for error-correcting memory in server environments. It also has a higher boost clock, though the data shows this does not help it in practice. For a user building a workstation that must handle data integrity-sensitive tasks, the Xeon’s ECC support is the sole reason to choose it. The Core i3-10325, on the other hand, dominates every measurable performance metric in the head-to-head comparison.
Architecture Differences
Both processors are built on Intel’s 14 nm process node, but they come from different architecture families. The Core i3-10325 uses the Comet Lake architecture, specifically the Comet Lake-R refresh, and is part of the Core 10th Gen series. The Xeon E-2244G is based on the older Coffee Lake architecture, specifically the Coffee Lake-S WS variant, within the Xeon E-2200 series. The Core i3 was released on 2021-03-15, while the Xeon dates back to 2019-05-28.
Core and cache configurations are identical: both have 4 cores, 8 threads, 64 KB of L1 cache per core, 256 KB of L2 cache per core, and 8 MB of shared L3 cache. The key architectural differences lie in memory support and platform. The Core i3-10325 runs on Intel Socket 1200, while the Xeon uses Intel Socket 1151. Both support dual-channel DDR4 memory with the same 42.7 GB/s bandwidth, but only the Xeon supports ECC memory. The integrated graphics differ: the Core i3 has UHD Graphics 630, while the Xeon has HD Graphics P630. The Xeon also lists a die size of 126 mm², a figure not provided for the Core i3.
FAQ
Q: Which CPU is faster in multi-core performance?
A: The Intel Core i3-10325 is faster in multi-core tests. It wins Cinebench R15 multi-core with 881 vs. 818 (7.7% delta), R20 multi-core with 3673 vs. 3412 (7.6% delta), and R23 multi-core with 8747 vs. 8126 (7.6% delta).
Q: Do these CPUs have the same core count?
A: Yes, both have 4 cores and 8 threads. Their L1 cache is 64 KB per core, L2 cache is 256 KB per core, and L3 cache is 8 MB shared.
Q: Which processor supports ECC memory?
A: Only the Intel Xeon E-2244G supports ECC memory. The Intel Core i3-10325 does not support ECC, as indicated in the specifications.
Q: How do their average benchmark scores compare?
A: The Core i3-10325 has an average benchmark score of 2530, which is 0.1% higher than the Xeon E-2244G’s 2527. Both sit at the 49th percentile of all CPUs.
Q: What is the difference in boost clock speeds?
A: The Xeon E-2244G has a higher boost clock of 4.80 GHz, while the Core i3-10325 boosts to 4.70 GHz. Despite this, the Core i3 wins all single-core benchmark tests.
Q: Are both processors still in production?
A: No. The Core i3-10325 is listed as active, while the Xeon E-2244G is end-of-life. The Core i3 was released on 2021-03-15, and the Xeon on 2019-05-28.
Head-to-Head Benchmarks
The head-to-head data presents a unanimous victory for the Intel Core i3-10325 across all six Cinebench tests. The largest single margin is in Cinebench R15 single-core, where the Core i3 scores 124 against the Xeon’s 115, a 7.8% advantage. That is the only test where the delta exceeds 7.7%; all other tests are within a tight 7.6% to 7.7% range.
In multi-core workloads, the Core i3-10325’s lead is consistent. Cinebench R15 multi-core shows 881 vs. 818, a 7.7% delta. Cinebench R20 multi-core shows 3673 vs. 3412, a 7.6% delta. Cinebench R23 multi-core shows 8747 vs. 8126, a 7.6% delta. The pattern is identical in single-core tests: R15 single-core at 124 vs. 115 (7.8%), R20 single-core at 518 vs. 481 (7.7%), and R23 single-core at 1234 vs. 1147 (7.6%).
The consistency of these deltas is striking. A 7.6% to 7.8% margin across different Cinebench versions suggests a stable architectural advantage for the Core i3, likely stemming from its newer Comet Lake architecture and higher base clock of 3.90 GHz versus the Xeon’s 3.80 GHz. The Xeon’s higher boost clock of 4.80 GHz does not overcome this gap in any test. With winsA at 6 and winsB at 0, the benchmark picture is unambiguous.
Specification Differences
The two processors differ in several key specification fields. The base clock is slightly higher on the Core i3-10325 at 3.90 GHz, while the Xeon E-2244G has a higher boost clock at 4.80 GHz. The Core i3 has a lower TDP of 65 watts, while the Xeon is rated at 71 watts.
The socket is a major differentiator: the Core i3 uses Intel Socket 1200, while the Xeon uses Intel Socket 1151. The architecture and codename also differ, with the Core i3 on Comet Lake (Comet Lake-R) and the Xeon on Coffee Lake (Coffee Lake-S WS). The Core i3 belongs to the Core 10th Gen series, while the Xeon is part of the Xeon E-2200 series.
Memory support sees the most significant functional difference: ECC memory is supported on the Xeon but not on the Core i3. Both support dual-channel DDR4 with 42.7 GB/s bandwidth. The integrated graphics differ as well, with the Core i3 featuring UHD Graphics 630 and the Xeon featuring HD Graphics P630. The Xeon has a listed die size of 126 mm², while the Core i3’s is not provided. The release dates differ substantially, with the Core i3 launched on 2021-03-15 and the Xeon on 2019-05-28. Finally, the production status is active for the Core i3 and end-of-life for the Xeon. The launch MSRP for the Core i3 is $154, and for the Xeon it is $272. Both are locked multipliers with Gen 3 PCIe, 16 lanes (CPU only).