Xeon E3-1235

Details and Benchmarks for Intel Xeon E3-1235

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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 E3-1235 based on all benchmark results gathered. Look at this like a meta score, you will find more specific workload ratings below.

4,572 Rank: 1216
Rank Name Score Visual
1212 Core i3-2130 4,578
+0.1%
1213 Core i5-2500 4,576
+0.1%
1214 Phenom II X6 1100T 4,576
+0.1%
1215 Athlon II X4 651 4,573
+0%
1216 Xeon E3-1235 4,572
1217 Xeon W3580 4,571
+-0%
1218 Core i5-3320M 4,570
+-0%
1219 Ryzen 3 3250U 4,568
-0.1%
1220 Core i5 M 450 4,567
-0.1%
1221 Core i5-3335S 4,565
-0.2%

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Multicore Score

Multicore performance score for Xeon E3-1235 based on multi-threaded benchmark results.

4,565 Rank: 1141
Rank Name Score Visual
1137 Core i3-6100T 4,566
+0%
1138 Core i3-4350 4,566
+0%
1139 Ryzen Embedded R1606G 4,565
+0%
1140 Core i3-10110U 4,565
+0%
1141 Xeon E3-1235 4,565
1142 Core M3-7Y32 4,564
+-0%
1143 Core i5-2500S 4,564
+-0%
1144 Xeon E5640 4,564
+-0%
1145 Core i5-6267U 4,562
-0.1%
1146 Core i7 870 4,561
-0.1%

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Singlecore Score

Single-core performance score for Xeon E3-1235 based on single-threaded benchmark results.

4,576 Rank: 1230
Rank Name Score Visual
1226 Athlon X4 845 4,583
+0.2%
1227 Celeron G4930T 4,579
+0.1%
1228 Core M 5Y10c 4,577
+0%
1229 Xeon E5-2660 v2 4,576
+0%
1230 Xeon E3-1235 4,576
1231 Xeon W3550 4,575
+-0%
1232 A10-6790K 4,574
+-0%
1233 Xeon W5590 4,574
+-0%
1234 Core i5-L16G7 4,573
-0.1%
1235 Celeron 4305U 4,569
-0.2%

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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 E3-1235 based on integer math, floating point math, and prime number computation benchmarks.

4,618 Rank: 928
Rank Name Score Visual
924 Core i5-3340 4,619
+0%
925 Xeon W5590 4,619
+0%
926 Ryzen 3 2300U 4,618
+0%
927 Core i7-3632QM 4,618
+0%
928 Xeon E3-1235 4,618
929 Core i5-6500TE 4,617
+-0%
930 Core i5-3330 4,615
-0.1%
931 Xeon W3565 4,615
-0.1%
932 Core i7-880 4,615
-0.1%
933 Core i7-960 4,615
-0.1%

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Data Processing

Aggregated score for Xeon E3-1235 based on data encryption, data compression, and string sorting benchmarks.

4,643 Rank: 807
Rank Name Score Visual
803 Core i7-4770HQ 4,644
+0%
804 Xeon X5687 4,644
+0%
805 Xeon Silver 4112 4,643
+0%
806 Xeon E-2124 4,643
+0%
807 Xeon E3-1235 4,643
808 Ryzen 3 PRO 2200GE 4,642
+-0%
809 Ryzen 3 2200GE 4,642
+-0%
810 Ryzen 3 1200 4,640
-0.1%
811 Core i7-4800MQ 4,640
-0.1%
812 Core i7-4710MQ 4,640
-0.1%

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Physics & Compute

Aggregated score for Xeon E3-1235 based on physics simulation and extended instruction set (SSE/AVX) benchmarks.

4,625 Rank: 904
Rank Name Score Visual
900 Core i7-3635QM 4,625
+0%
901 Xeon E3-1265L v2 4,625
+0%
902 Xeon E3-1270 4,625
+0%
903 Xeon E3-1245 4,625
+0%
904 Xeon E3-1235 4,625
905 Xeon X5670 4,624
+-0%
906 Ryzen Embedded V1605B 4,623
+-0%
907 Xeon X5650 4,623
+-0%
908 Ryzen 7 PRO 2700U 4,621
-0.1%
909 Core i5-3550 4,621
-0.1%

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Xeon E3-1235 Details

The Intel Xeon E3-1235, launched in April 2011, stands as a relic of the early Sandy Bridge era, now over a decade old. Despite its age, the processor remains relevant in legacy systems and low-power server environments where integrated graphics and ECC memory are essential. At the time of its release, it offered a compelling blend of performance and enterprise-grade features, particularly for workstations and entry-level servers. As of March 2026, it ranks among the top 1,200 processors in overall performance but is far from competitive with modern high-end CPUs. Its single-core performance is modest, placing it near the middle of the pack, while its multicore capabilities are slightly more competitive, though still limited by its outdated architecture.

Built on Intel's 32 nm process, the Xeon E3-1235 features four cores with Hyper-Threading, enabling eight simultaneous threads. It operates at a base frequency of 3.2 GHz, with a turbo boost up to 3.6 GHz, and is manufactured with 1.16 billion transistors. The chip is packaged in the LGA 1155 socket and has a TDP of 95 W, requiring adequate cooling for sustained use. It supports dual-channel DDR3 memory, with ECC support for data integrity in mission-critical applications. The processor also includes Intel's integrated Intel HD P3000 graphics, capable of 128 shader units and up to 1.2 GHz, supporting up to three displays via HDMI, DisplayPort, and VGA outputs.

In terms of features, the Xeon E3-1235 supports a wide range of instruction sets, including AVX, AES-NI, and VT-x, enabling efficient virtualization and encryption tasks. It also includes Intel's Enhanced SpeedStep Technology for power management and TXT for secure boot environments. However, the locked multiplier limits overclocking potential, a common trait in Xeon processors of that era. The L1 cache totals 61 MiB, L2 is 244 MiB, and the L3 cache spans 7.629 MiB, which is relatively large for its class, aiding in performance for memory-intensive applications.

Benchmark results reveal a balanced but outdated profile. The processor scores 4,572 overall, placing it 1,216th out of 2,060 in the overall ranking. Its single-core score of 4,576 ranks 1,229th, while its multicore score of 4,565 places it 1,139th. It trails behind modern mainstream processors like the Core i3-6100T and Core i5-2450P but outperforms older Xeon models such as the Xeon E5640. In Passmark benchmarks, it scores 4,618 in number crunching, 4,643 in data processing, and 4,625 in physics compute, indicating a general-purpose performance that is now considered entry-level.

The Xeon E3-1235’s strongest category is its integrated graphics, which, while not suitable for gaming, provides decent multimedia and display output capabilities for basic office or media tasks. Its support for ECC memory and virtualization technologies makes it a viable option for small-scale server deployments or virtualized environments where cost and power efficiency are priorities. However, its age and limited scalability make it unsuitable for modern computing demands, such as AI workloads, content creation, or high-performance computing. For users maintaining legacy systems or requiring a low-cost, low-power server solution, the Xeon E3-1235 remains a functional, if outdated, option.
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Intel Xeon E3-1235

Main Specifications

Designer: Intel
Name: Xeon E3-1235
Cores: 4
Threads: 8
Base Frequency: 3200 MHz
Clock Multiplier: 32x (locked)
Core Name: Sandy Bridge
Socket: Socket 1155
Package: FC-LGA10
Target Segment: Server
TDP: 95 W

Cache Specifications

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

Memory Specifications

Supported Memory Type: DDR3

Physical Specifications

Process: 32 nm
Die Area: 216 mm²
Manufacturer: Intel

CPU Features

MMX EMMX SSE SSE2 SSE3 SSSE3 SSE4.1 SSE4.2 AVX AVX2 ABM BMI1 BMI2 FMA3 AES RdRand ADX CLMUL F16C x86-16 x86-32 x86-64 Real Protected SMM FPU NX EIST TXT VT-x VT-d SSE4a SHA AMD-Vi AMD-V SenseMI SMT
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