Intel Core i3-4370T vs Intel Xeon X5570 Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark data is unambiguous: the Intel Core i3-4370T wins every single recorded comparison against the Intel Xeon X5570. Across five Cinebench tests, the i3-4370T takes a clean sweep, with margins ranging from 1.4% to 1.8%. The closest contest is in Cinebench R15 multi-core, where the i3-4370T scores 287 against the Xeon's 283, a 1.4% edge. The widest gap appears in Cinebench R20 single-core, where the i3-4370T leads by 1.8% (169 versus 166).

In Cinebench R20 multi-core, the i3-4370T posts 1199 versus 1180 for the Xeon, a 1.6% advantage. The R23 multi-core test tells the same story: 2856 for the i3-4370T against 2810 for the Xeon, again 1.6% ahead. Single-core R23 shows 403 versus 396, a 1.7% margin. The pattern is consistent: the i3-4370T is slightly faster in every workload measured, regardless of thread count or test version.

The average benchmark scores reflect this overall trend. The i3-4370T holds an average score of 983, while the Xeon X5570 sits at 967. That 16-point gap places the i3-4370T about 1.7% higher on average. Both processors land in the 26th percentile of all CPUs in the database, meaning they occupy similar positions in the broader performance hierarchy, but the i3-4370T does so with a higher raw score.

For context on where these chips sit among their peers, the Xeon X5570's nearest rivals include the AMD Ryzen 7 3700U at an average score of 968 (0.1% higher), the Intel Celeron N5100 at 966 (0.1% lower), and the Intel Core i5-2400S at 968 (0.1% higher). The i3-4370T's nearest rivals include the Intel Xeon X3470 at 983 (exactly even), the Intel Core i3-4130T at 984 (0.1% higher), and the Intel Core i7-875K at 984 (0.1% higher). The i3-4370T competes in a slightly faster peer group, yet it still holds its own.

FAQ

Q: Which processor wins in multi-core performance?

A: The Intel Core i3-4370T wins all three multi-core tests. In Cinebench R15, it scores 287 versus 283 for the Xeon X5570. In R20, it scores 1199 versus 1180. In R23, it scores 2856 versus 2810. The margins are 1.4% to 1.6% in favor of the i3-4370T.

Q: How do the single-core scores compare?

A: The i3-4370T also leads in both single-core tests. In Cinebench R20 single-core, it scores 169 against 166 for the Xeon, a 1.8% advantage. In R23 single-core, it scores 403 versus 396, a 1.7% edge.

Q: What is the average benchmark score difference?

A: The i3-4370T has an average benchmark score of 983, while the Xeon X5570 averages 967. That is a 16-point difference, roughly 1.7% higher for the i3-4370T.

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The Xeon X5570 has 4 cores and 8 threads. The Core i3-4370T has 2 cores and 4 threads. Despite having half the cores and threads, the i3-4370T still wins every benchmark.

Q: Do these processors occupy the same performance percentile?

A: Yes, both are in the 26th percentile of all CPUs in the database. Their average scores are close, but the i3-4370T sits slightly higher within that percentile.

Q: What are the nearest rivals for each chip?

A: For the Xeon X5570, the closest competitors are the AMD Ryzen 7 3700U (968 average, 0.1% higher), Intel Celeron N5100 (966, 0.1% lower), and Intel Core i5-2400S (968, 0.1% higher). For the i3-4370T, the nearest rivals are the Intel Xeon X3470 (983, even), Intel Core i3-4130T (984, 0.1% higher), and Intel Core i7-875K (984, 0.1% higher).

Where Each One Wins

The data shows a clean sweep for the Intel Core i3-4370T in every benchmark category recorded. There is no test in the database where the Xeon X5570 comes out ahead. The i3-4370T wins single-core workloads by 1.7% to 1.8%, and multi-core workloads by 1.4% to 1.6%. This consistency suggests the i3-4370T has a fundamental architectural advantage that overcomes its lower core count.

For users focused on lightly threaded tasks, the i3-4370T is clearly the better choice. Its single-core scores are higher in both R20 and R23, which indicates better responsiveness in applications that rely on one or two threads. For multi-threaded workloads, the i3-4370T still wins, despite having only 2 cores and 4 threads against the Xeon's 4 cores and 8 threads. This is a notable result: the newer Haswell architecture's efficiency outweighs the Xeon's additional cores in these Cinebench tests.

The Xeon X5570 does not have a single recorded win in this comparison. Its strengths lie elsewhere, such as server features and memory bandwidth, but within these specific benchmark results, it trails the i3-4370T across the board. Users prioritizing the specific Cinebench workloads in the database should select the i3-4370T without hesitation.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ in nearly every major specification category. The Xeon X5570 has 4 cores and 8 threads, while the Core i3-4370T has 2 cores and 4 threads. Base clocks differ: the Xeon runs at 2.93 GHz with a boost clock of 3.33 GHz, while the i3-4370T runs at 3.30 GHz with no boost clock recorded. The Xeon has a thermal design power of 95 watts, while the i3-4370T draws only 35 watts.

Sockets are incompatible: the Xeon uses Intel Socket 1366, and the i3-4370T uses Intel Socket 1150. Memory support differs in channel count: the Xeon uses triple-channel DDR3 with 32.0 GB/s bandwidth, while the i3-4370T uses dual-channel DDR3 with 25.6 GB/s bandwidth. The Xeon supports ECC memory; the i3-4370T does not. PCIe generations differ: the Xeon has Gen 2, while the i3-4370T has Gen 3 with 16 lanes (CPU only). The i3-4370T includes integrated Intel HD 4600 graphics; the Xeon has no integrated graphics.

Market segments differ: the Xeon is positioned for Server/Workstation, while the i3-4370T is a Desktop part. The Xeon launched with an MSRP of $1386, while the i3-4370T launched at $138. Release dates are far apart: the Xeon came out in March 2009, and the i3-4370T in March 2015. Both are end-of-life products.

Architecture Differences

The architectural gap is substantial. The Xeon X5570 uses the Nehalem architecture (codename Gainestown) on a 45 nm process node, with 731 million transistors on a 263 mm² die. The Core i3-4370T uses the Haswell architecture (codename Haswell) on a 22 nm process node, with 1,400 million transistors on a 177 mm² die. The newer process allows the i3-4370T to pack more transistors into a smaller area.

Cache configurations differ significantly. Both have 64 KB L1 and 256 KB L2 per core, but the Xeon has 8 MB of shared L3 cache, while the i3-4370T has only 4 MB of shared L3 cache. Despite having half the L3 cache, the i3-4370T still outperforms the Xeon in every benchmark. The i3-4370T's Haswell architecture is more efficient per clock, which compensates for the smaller cache and fewer cores.

The Xeon's architecture is older, designed for server workloads with triple-channel memory and ECC support. The i3-4370T's Haswell architecture is newer, with integrated graphics, Gen 3 PCIe, and a much lower power envelope. The 60-watt difference in TDP (95 versus 35) reflects the efficiency gains of the 22 nm process. The i3-4370T also has a higher base clock (3.30 GHz versus 2.93 GHz), and while the Xeon has a boost clock of 3.33 GHz, the i3-4370T does not need one to maintain its lead.

The Verdict

The Intel Core i3-4370T is the clear winner in this comparison. It wins all five recorded benchmarks, with margins between 1.4% and 1.8%. Its average benchmark score of 983 exceeds the Xeon X5570's 967 by roughly 1.7%. The i3-4370T achieves this with half the cores, half the threads, half the L3 cache, and a 60-watt lower TDP. The data indicates that the newer Haswell architecture delivers superior performance per core and per watt.

The Xeon X5570's only advantages are in server-oriented features: ECC memory support, triple-channel memory bandwidth (32.0 GB/s versus 25.6 GB/s), and a larger 8 MB L3 cache. It also has more cores and threads, yet those do not translate into benchmark wins in this dataset. The Xeon's higher memory bandwidth could benefit specific server workloads, but within the measured Cinebench tests, it trails consistently.

Users should pick the Core i3-4370T for general desktop use, single-threaded applications, and even multi-threaded Cinebench workloads, given its clean sweep. Users who require ECC memory, triple-channel memory bandwidth, or the server platform features of Socket 1366 would need the Xeon X5570, but they would sacrifice benchmark performance in every recorded test. For anyone choosing based on the recorded data, the i3-4370T is the superior processor in measured performance, with a lower TDP and a launch MSRP of $138. The Xeon X5570, with a launch MSRP of $1386, costs substantially more yet delivers less in every benchmark shown here.