Xeon E3-1226 v3

Details and Benchmarks for Intel Xeon E3-1226 v3

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Benchmark Results

Combined benchmark scores based on multiple data points, giving a quick overview of this processor's performance.

Overall Score

Overall score for Xeon E3-1226 v3 based on all benchmark results gathered. Look at this like a meta score, you will find more specific workload ratings below.

5,205 Rank: 704
Rank Name Score Visual
700 FX-8320 5,211
+0.1%
701 Ryzen 3 3200G 5,209
+0.1%
702 Xeon E3-1545M v5 5,208
+0.1%
703 Core i5-7400 5,208
+0.1%
704 Xeon E3-1226 v3 5,205
705 Ryzen 5 PRO 4650U 5,205
+0%
706 Xeon E3-1246 v3 5,202
-0.1%
707 Core i3-9100F 5,201
-0.1%
708 EPYC 7281 5,201
-0.1%
709 Xeon E5-2660 v4 5,200
-0.1%

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Multicore Score

Multicore performance score for Xeon E3-1226 v3 based on multi-threaded benchmark results.

4,828 Rank: 812
Rank Name Score Visual
808 Core i7-4980HQ 4,830
+0%
809 Xeon Silver 4112 4,829
+0%
810 Xeon E3-1505M v5 4,828
+0%
811 AMD Ryzen 5 1400 4,828
+0%
812 Xeon E3-1226 v3 4,828
813 Core i5-6600T 4,827
+-0%
814 Core i5-1035G4 4,826
+-0%
815 Core i5-6402P 4,825
-0.1%
816 Core i3-10100 4,825
-0.1%
817 Xeon E3-1275 v5 4,820
-0.2%

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Singlecore Score

Single-core performance score for Xeon E3-1226 v3 based on single-threaded benchmark results.

5,457 Rank: 585
Rank Name Score Visual
581 Core i7-10750H 5,464
+0.1%
582 Core i3-9300T 5,459
+0%
583 Core i5-4690K 5,458
+0%
584 Core i7-4770 5,457
+0%
585 Xeon E3-1226 v3 5,457
586 Xeon Platinum 8268 5,456
+-0%
587 Xeon E3-1285 v4 5,456
+-0%
588 Core i3-4360 5,454
-0.1%
589 Ryzen 3 PRO 4350G 5,454
-0.1%
590 Xeon Gold 6132 5,452
-0.1%

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Workload Scores

Performance scores grouped by workload type, normalized and aggregated from multiple raw benchmark results.

Number Crunching

Aggregated score for Xeon E3-1226 v3 based on integer math, floating point math, and prime number computation benchmarks.

4,672 Rank: 752
Rank Name Score Visual
748 Xeon E3-1270 V2 4,674
+0%
749 Core i3-9300T 4,673
+0%
750 Core i3-9100F 4,673
+0%
751 Ryzen 3 1300X 4,673
+0%
752 Xeon E3-1226 v3 4,672
753 Core i7-4900MQ 4,672
+0%
754 Xeon E3-1290 v2 4,672
+0%
755 Ryzen 5 3550H 4,671
+-0%
756 Core i7-6820EQ 4,671
+-0%
757 Xeon E5-2603 v4 4,671
+-0%

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Data Processing

Aggregated score for Xeon E3-1226 v3 based on data encryption, data compression, and string sorting benchmarks.

4,612 Rank: 872
Rank Name Score Visual
868 Xeon E3-1225 v5 4,614
+0%
869 Core i7-8550U 4,614
+0%
870 Core i7-2860QM 4,612
+0%
871 Core i5-7440EQ 4,612
+0%
872 Xeon E3-1226 v3 4,612
873 Core i7-3632QM 4,612
+0%
874 Xeon W3580 4,612
+0%
875 Xeon E5-2609 v4 4,611
+-0%
876 Core i5-4590 4,611
+-0%
877 Athlon Gold 7220U 4,610
+-0%

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Physics & Compute

Aggregated score for Xeon E3-1226 v3 based on physics simulation and extended instruction set (SSE/AVX) benchmarks.

4,697 Rank: 741
Rank Name Score Visual
737 Core i5-7400 4,699
+0%
738 Core i3-9100T 4,698
+0%
739 Xeon E5-2603 v4 4,697
+0%
740 Core i3-8300T 4,697
+0%
741 Xeon E3-1226 v3 4,697
742 Xeon E5-1620 v2 4,697
+0%
743 Core i5-4670K 4,696
+-0%
744 Core i7-4790T 4,696
+-0%
745 Core i7-4930MX 4,696
+-0%
746 Core i5-6440EQ 4,694
-0.1%

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Xeon E3-1226 v3 Details

For users seeking a reliable, entry-level workstation processor with integrated graphics and ECC memory support, the Intel Xeon E3-1226 v3 remains a viable option despite its age. Launched in May 2014, this processor is built on Intel’s Haswell-WS microarchitecture and manufactured on a 22 nm process. Although it is now over a decade old, its design targets server and workstation environments where stability, memory integrity, and virtualization capabilities are critical. The processor features four cores and four threads, operating at a base frequency of 3.3 GHz with a turbo boost up to 3.7 GHz, making it well-suited for multi-threaded workloads, particularly in virtualized or data-processing environments.

The Xeon E3-1226 v3 supports dual-channel DDR3 memory up to 1600 MT/s and can handle up to 32 GB of ECC-capable RAM, a key advantage for mission-critical applications. It operates on the FCLGA1150 socket and includes Intel’s integrated HD P4600 graphics, which supports up to three displays and runs at a base frequency of 350 MHz with a burst frequency of 1.2 GHz. While not intended for gaming or high-end graphics, the GPU provides sufficient performance for basic display output and light multimedia tasks.

Key features include support for AVX, AVX2, AES-NI, and Intel’s virtualization technologies such as VT-x, VT-d, and EPT, which enhance virtual machine performance and I/O passthrough capabilities. The processor also includes Turbo Boost 2.0, Enhanced SpeedStep, and Intel vPro for enterprise management. With a TDP of 84 W, the Xeon E3-1226 v3 requires adequate cooling but offers strong thermal efficiency for its era.

In benchmark testing, the processor achieves a single-core score of 5457, placing it at #584 of 2060, and a multicore score of 4828, ranking #810 of 2060. The overall score of 5205 positions it at #704 among 2060 processors. While it outperforms some modern low-power and entry-level CPUs like the Core i3-10100 and Core i5-6600T, it falls behind most contemporary mid-range and high-end processors. The performance gap is most pronounced in single-core workloads, where it ranks behind over 400 higher-end CPUs, and in multicore scenarios, where it trails over 1,200 modern alternatives.

As of March 2026, the Xeon E3-1226 v3 is no longer competitive in mainstream computing but remains relevant in legacy systems, embedded workstations, or budget virtualization setups where ECC memory and virtualization features are essential. Its long-standing support for enterprise-grade features ensures continued utility in environments where stability outweighs raw performance.
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Intel Xeon E3-1226 v3

Main Specifications

Designer: Intel
Name: Xeon E3-1226 v3
Model Number: E3-1226V3
Cores: 4
Threads: 4
Base Frequency: 3300 MHz
Clock Multiplier: 33x (locked)
Core Name: Haswell-WS
Socket: FCLGA1150
Package: FC-LGA12C
Target Segment: Workstation
Max CPUs: 1
TDP: 84 W

Cache Specifications

L1 Cache: 62.464 KiB
L2 Cache: 0.244 MiB
L3 Cache: 7.629 MiB

Memory Specifications

Supported Memory Type: DDR3 and DDR3L 1333/1600 at 1.5V
Memory Channels: 2
Maximum Memory: 0 GB
Maximum Bandwidth: 25.6 GB/s
ECC Support: Yes

PCI-Express Specifications

PCIe Revision: 3.0
PCIe Lanes: 16
PCIe Configuration: 1x16, 2x8, 1x8/2x4

Integrated Graphics

GPU: HD Graphics P4600
GPU Designer: Intel
GPU Max Frequency: 1200 MHz

Physical Specifications

Process: 22 nm
Die Area: 160 mm²
Manufacturer: Intel
Word Size: 64-bit

CPU Features

MMX SSE SSE2 SSE3 SSSE3 SSE4.1 SSE4.2 AVX AVX2 BMI1 BMI2 FMA3 AES F16C x86-64 HT TBT 2.0 EIST TXT vPro VT-x VT-d EPT Secure Key SMEP SIPP IPT TSX Flex Memory FMA
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