CPU Comparison

The Intel Xeon E-2244G and the Intel Core i3-12100TE are both 4-core, 8-thread processors, but they belong to different design philosophies. The Xeon targets the server/workstation segment with a focus on stability and ECC memory support, while the Core i3 targets the desktop market with a focus on modern efficiency. Benchmark data reveals a consistent, though modest, performance advantage for the newer Core i3 across all tested workloads.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark results are unequivocal. The Intel Core i3-12100TE wins every single head-to-head comparison, claiming victory in all six tested scenarios. The margins are remarkably consistent, hovering around 5% in every test. This uniformity suggests a fundamental architectural efficiency advantage rather than a workload-specific strength.

In multi-core performance, the Core i3-12100TE scores 862 points in Cinebench R15 multicore, compared to the Xeon E-2244G's 818 points, a delta of -5.1%. This pattern continues in the newer Cinebench R20 and R23 versions. The Core i3 scores 3594 in R20 multicore versus the Xeon's 3412, again a -5.1% delta. In the more demanding R23 multicore test, the Core i3 achieves 8558 points while the Xeon manages 8126, a -5% difference.

Single-core performance tells the same story. The Core i3-12100TE leads in Cinebench R15 singlecore with 121 points against the Xeon's 115, a -5% delta. In R20 singlecore, the scores are 507 versus 481, a -5.1% difference. The R23 singlecore test shows the Core i3 at 1208 points and the Xeon at 1147, with a -5% delta.

The Geekbench results are not included in the head-to-head table, but the individual benchmark sections show the Xeon E-2244G scoring 4712 in Geekbench multicore and 1408 in Geekbench singlecore. The Core i3-12100TE does not have Geekbench scores listed in the benchmark database, so a direct comparison on that metric is not possible from this data.

It is notable that the Xeon E-2244G's average benchmark score of 2527 is actually slightly higher than the Core i3's 2475, but this figure is skewed by the inclusion of Geekbench results that are only present for the Xeon. When looking strictly at the Cinebench suite where both processors are tested, the Core i3's advantage is clear and consistent. The data shows a 100% win rate for the Core i3-12100TE, with a zero-win record for the Xeon E-2244G.

Where Each One Wins

Based on the benchmark data, the Intel Core i3-12100TE is the outright winner in every performance category tested. It secures wins in both multi-core and single-core workloads across the entire Cinebench R15, R20, and R23 suite. This indicates that the Core i3's Alder Lake architecture provides better instructions-per-clock (IPC) and overall execution efficiency than the older Coffee Lake design.

The Xeon E-2244G does not win any of the head-to-head benchmark comparisons. Its only potential advantage lies in features not measured by raw computational benchmarks, such as ECC memory support and a longer production lifecycle for enterprise deployment. However, from a pure performance standpoint, the data shows the Xeon is consistently behind the Core i3 by approximately 5% in every test.

For users prioritizing processing speed in Cinebench-style workloads, the Core i3-12100TE is the clear choice. The Xeon E-2244G's performance profile is characterized by its consistent but slightly lower scores across the board. The data does not indicate any specific workload where the Xeon E-2244G would be expected to outperform the Core i3-12100TE.

Architecture Differences

The two processors represent significantly different generations and design approaches. The Intel Xeon E-2244G is built on the Coffee Lake architecture, specifically the Coffee Lake-S WS codename, using a 14 nm process node. It has a die size of 126 mm². In contrast, the Intel Core i3-12100TE is based on the Alder Lake architecture, using the Alder Lake-S codename, and is manufactured on a more advanced 10 nm process node. Its die size is larger at 163 mm².

Cache configurations differ notably between the two. The Xeon E-2244G features 64 KB of L1 cache per core and 256 KB of L2 cache per core, with a shared 8 MB L3 cache. The Core i3-12100TE has a larger 80 KB L1 cache per core and 1.25 MB of L2 cache per core, with a shared 12 MB L3 cache. The Core i3's larger cache hierarchy is a contributing factor to its performance advantage.

Memory support is a key differentiator. The Xeon E-2244G supports DDR4 memory on a dual-channel bus with a memory bandwidth of 42.7 GB/s, and it includes ECC memory support. The Core i3-12100TE supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory on a dual-channel bus, but it does not support ECC memory. The memory bandwidth for the Core i3 is not listed in the benchmark database.

PCI Express capabilities also differ. The Xeon E-2244G provides PCIe Gen 3 with 16 lanes from the CPU. The Core i3-12100TE offers a more modern PCIe Gen 5 interface with 20 lanes from the CPU. The integrated graphics differ as well: the Xeon features HD Graphics P630, while the Core i3 includes UHD Graphics 730.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ on several key specification fields. The base clock speed is significantly different, with the Xeon E-2244G running at 3.80 GHz and the Core i3-12100TE at a much lower 2.10 GHz. Boost clock speeds also differ, with the Xeon reaching 4.80 GHz and the Core i3 boosting to 4.00 GHz.

Thermal design power (TDP) shows a major divergence. The Xeon E-2244G has a TDP of 71 watts, while the Core i3-12100TE has a TDP of only 35 watts, less than half the Xeon's power draw. The socket types are incompatible: the Xeon uses Intel Socket 1151, while the Core i3 uses the newer Intel Socket 1700.

The market segments are distinct, with the Xeon E-2244G classified as a Server/Workstation part and the Core i3-12100TE as a Desktop part. The Xeon's production status is listed as End-of-life, while the Core i3 is Active. The Xeon has a release date of 2019-05-28 and a launch MSRP of $272, while the Core i3 has no release date listed and a launch MSRP of $125.

The Xeon E-2244G supports ECC memory, has a part number of SRFAY, and uses a Coffee Lake generation designation. The Core i3-12100TE does not support ECC memory, has no part number listed, and uses the Alder Lake-S generation designation. The process node differs (14 nm for Xeon, 10 nm for Core i3), and the die size is larger on the Core i3 (163 mm² vs 126 mm²).

FAQ

Q: Which processor is faster in multi-core Cinebench R23?

A: The Intel Core i3-12100TE is faster, scoring 8558 points versus the Intel Xeon E-2244G's 8126 points, a delta of -5% in favor of the Core i3.

Q: Does the Xeon E-2244G win any benchmark comparison?

A: No. The data shows the Xeon E-2244G has 0 wins, while the Core i3-12100TE wins all 6 head-to-head benchmark comparisons.

Q: What is the TDP difference between the two processors?

A: The Xeon E-2244G has a TDP of 71 watts, while the Core i3-12100TE has a TDP of 35 watts, making the Core i3 significantly more power-efficient.

Q: Which processor supports ECC memory?

A: The Intel Xeon E-2244G supports ECC memory, while the Intel Core i3-12100TE does not have ECC memory support.

Q: How do the single-core scores compare in Cinebench R20?

A: The Core i3-12100TE scores 507 points in Cinebench R20 singlecore, compared to the Xeon E-2244G's 481 points, a delta of -5.1%.

Q: What process node does each processor use?

A: The Xeon E-2244G uses a 14 nm process node, while the Core i3-12100TE uses a more advanced 10 nm process node.

The Verdict

The benchmark data presents a clear picture: the Intel Core i3-12100TE is the superior performer in every measured test. It leads the Xeon E-2244G by approximately 5% across all Cinebench R15, R20, and R23 benchmarks, in both single-core and multi-core workloads. This consistent edge is attributable to the Core i3's newer Alder Lake architecture, smaller 10 nm process node, and larger cache configuration.

The Xeon E-2244G's advantages lie outside of raw performance. It is a server/workstation part with support for ECC memory, which is critical for data integrity in professional environments. Its higher base and boost clocks (3.80 GHz and 4.80 GHz) do not translate into better benchmark scores against the more efficient Core i3. The Xeon's end-of-life status and higher launch MSRP of $272 further contrast with the Core i3's active production status and lower launch MSRP of $125.

For users who prioritize processing speed and power efficiency, the Intel Core i3-12100TE is the data-backed choice. It delivers higher scores with less than half the TDP. The only reason to select the Xeon E-2244G would be for its ECC memory support and socket compatibility with older 1151 platforms. The performance data itself, however, offers no scenario where the Xeon E-2244G comes out ahead.