Xeon E3-1230 v6

Details and Benchmarks for Intel Xeon E3-1230 v6

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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 E3-1230 v6 based on all benchmark results gathered. Look at this like a meta score, you will find more specific workload ratings below.

5,398 Rank: 556
Rank Name Score Visual
552 Core i7-1068NG7 5,405
+0.1%
553 Core i9-10885H 5,404
+0.1%
554 Xeon E3-1260L v5 5,403
+0.1%
555 Ryzen 3 PRO 4350GE 5,401
+0.1%
556 Xeon E3-1230 v6 5,398
557 Core i7-9700T 5,396
+-0%
558 Ryzen 7 5700U 5,393
-0.1%
559 Xeon E3-1585 v5 5,390
-0.1%
560 Core i7-8565U 5,390
-0.1%
561 Xeon E5-4660 v4 5,389
-0.2%

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Multicore Score

Multicore performance score for Xeon E3-1230 v6 based on multi-threaded benchmark results.

4,961 Rank: 663
Rank Name Score Visual
659 Xeon E3-1575M v5 4,968
+0.1%
660 Xeon W3680 4,968
+0.1%
661 Xeon E5-1620 0 4,963
+0%
662 Core i7-5775C 4,962
+0%
663 Xeon E3-1230 v6 4,961
664 Core i3-7300 4,959
+-0%
665 Core i7-8809G 4,957
-0.1%
666 Core i5-8305G 4,957
-0.1%
667 Core i7-1185G7E 4,956
-0.1%
668 Core i7-5850HQ 4,954
-0.1%

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Singlecore Score

Single-core performance score for Xeon E3-1230 v6 based on single-threaded benchmark results.

5,689 Rank: 428
Rank Name Score Visual
424 Xeon Silver 4410Y 5,696
+0.1%
425 Core i7-9700E 5,695
+0.1%
426 Xeon W-3225 5,693
+0.1%
427 Xeon Gold 6144 5,692
+0.1%
428 Xeon E3-1230 v6 5,689
429 Pentium Gold G5500 5,688
+-0%
430 Core i5-9500 5,687
+-0%
431 Ryzen 5 2600 5,685
-0.1%
432 Xeon E3-1585 v5 5,684
-0.1%
433 Core i5-10600T 5,684
-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 E3-1230 v6 based on integer math, floating point math, and prime number computation benchmarks.

4,702 Rank: 666
Rank Name Score Visual
662 Ryzen 5 PRO 3400G 4,703
+0%
663 Xeon E3-1271 v3 4,703
+0%
664 Xeon E5-2430 v2 4,703
+0%
665 Core i7-980X 4,703
+0%
666 Xeon E3-1230 v6 4,702
667 Xeon X5680 4,702
+0%
668 Core i7-6700 4,701
+-0%
669 Core i5-1035G7 4,700
+-0%
670 Xeon E3-1245 v5 4,700
+-0%
671 Xeon Bronze 3106 4,700
+-0%

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Data Processing

Aggregated score for Xeon E3-1230 v6 based on data encryption, data compression, and string sorting benchmarks.

4,715 Rank: 652
Rank Name Score Visual
648 Xeon Gold 5122 4,718
+0.1%
649 Xeon E3-1280 v5 4,716
+0%
650 Xeon W-2123 4,716
+0%
651 Core i5-10200H 4,716
+0%
652 Xeon E3-1230 v6 4,715
653 Xeon D-1537 4,715
+0%
654 Core i7-6700 4,715
+0%
655 Xeon E3-1276 v3 4,715
+0%
656 Xeon E5-2430 v2 4,714
+-0%
657 Core i7-970 4,713
+-0%

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Physics & Compute

Aggregated score for Xeon E3-1230 v6 based on physics simulation and extended instruction set (SSE/AVX) benchmarks.

4,761 Rank: 636
Rank Name Score Visual
632 Core i5-5675C 4,765
+0.1%
633 Xeon E3-1245 v5 4,764
+0.1%
634 Xeon E3-1275 v5 4,763
+0%
635 Core i7-4860HQ 4,763
+0%
636 Xeon E3-1230 v6 4,761
637 Xeon D-1539 4,761
+0%
638 Core i7-4770HQ 4,761
+0%
639 Core i5-7600K 4,760
+-0%
640 Xeon E3-1230 V5 4,759
+-0%
641 Core i7-6700 4,759
+-0%

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Xeon E3-1230 v6 Details

As of March 2026, the Intel Xeon E3-1230 v6 occupies a niche position in the server and workstation market, offering a blend of performance and efficiency suitable for entry-level to mid-tier applications. Built on the Kaby Lake microarchitecture at a 14 nm process, this processor represents a later iteration in Intel’s Xeon E3 series, which has long served as a go-to choice for small business servers, embedded systems, and workstation environments requiring integrated reliability and support for ECC memory. While it is no longer among the latest offerings, its continued relevance stems from its balance of multi-threaded performance and low power consumption.

The Xeon E3-1230 v6 features four cores and eight threads, enabled by Intel's Hyper-Threading technology, allowing it to handle a broad range of workloads with efficiency. It operates at a base frequency of 3.5 GHz and can boost up to 3.9 GHz on a single core, supported by a 72 W TDP that makes it well-suited for compact or energy-conscious server deployments. The processor is built for the LGA-1151 socket, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of motherboards based on the Sunrise Point and Union Point chipsets. It supports up to 64 GB of DDR3L-1866 and DDR4-2400 memory across two channels, delivering a peak memory bandwidth of 35.76 GB/s, which supports data-intensive operations such as virtualization and database services.

Cache hierarchy includes 0.25 MiB of L1 cache (split into 0.125 MiB for instructions and data), 1 MiB of L2 cache, and a substantial 8 MiB of L3 cache, helping to minimize latency in both single-threaded and multi-threaded applications. The processor supports a full suite of Intel technologies, including Intel Turbo Boost 2.0, Intel Speed Shift Technology, and Intel Enhanced SpeedStep Technology for dynamic frequency and power scaling. It also includes hardware-level security features such as Intel Secure Key Technology, Intel Trusted Execution Technology, and Intel Software Guard Extensions, making it a secure option for enterprise environments.

In benchmark testing, the Xeon E3-1230 v6 achieves a Passmark Overall Score of 5398, placing it at rank #556 out of 2060 processors in the database. Its single-core performance scores 5689, ranking #428, indicating strong performance in applications that depend on high clock speeds and low-latency execution. The multicore score of 4961 places it at #663, demonstrating solid scalability across multiple threads—though it trails behind modern high-end processors by a significant margin. Compared to its immediate peers, it outperforms several Core i7 and Xeon models from the same era, such as the Core i7-8809G and Xeon E3-1585 v5, but remains behind newer architectures like the Ryzen 7 9800X3D and Core Ultra 7 265K.

Despite being several years old, the Xeon E3-1230 v6 continues to hold value in environments where cost-effectiveness and reliability are paramount. Its support for ECC memory, robust thermal design, and integrated virtualization features make it a reliable choice for small-scale servers, NAS systems, and development workstations. While it may not compete with today’s top-tier CPUs in raw performance, its longevity and compatibility ensure it remains a viable option for legacy systems and applications that do not demand cutting-edge computing power.
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Intel Xeon E3-1230 v6

Main Specifications

Designer: Intel
Name: Xeon E3-1230 v6
Family: Xeon
Series: E3-1200
Model Number: E3-1230
Cores: 4
Threads: 8
Base Frequency: 3500 MHz
Turbo Frequency (1 core): 3900 MHz
Clock Multiplier: 35x (locked)
Microarchitecture: Kaby Lake
Core Name: Kaby Lake DT
Core Family: 6
Core Model: 158
Socket: LGA-1151
Package: FCLGA-1151
Chipset: Sunrise Point and Union Point
Target Segment: Server
Max CPUs: 1
TDP: 72 W
Release Price: $250.00

Cache Specifications

L1 Cache: 256 KiB
L1 Instruction Cache: 128 KiB (8-way set associative)
L1 Data Cache: 128 KiB (8-way set associative)
L2 Cache: 1 MiB (4-way set associative)
L3 Cache: 8 MiB (16-way set associative)

Memory Specifications

Supported Memory Type: DDR3L-1866 and DDR4-2400
Memory Channels: 2
Maximum Memory: 64 GB
Maximum Bandwidth: 35.76 GB/s
ECC Support: Yes

Physical Specifications

Process: 14 nm
Manufacturer: Intel
Technology: CMOS
Word Size: 64-bit
ISA: x86-64 (x86)

CPU Features

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