Name: Intel Xeon E3-1281V3 / 3.7 GHz processor - OEM
Brand: Intel
SKU: CM8064601575329
Availability: OutOfStock
Rating: 4.4 (8 reviews)

Question 1

What are the key specifications of the Intel Xeon E3-1281V3?

Accepted Answer

The Intel Xeon E3-1281V3 is a quad-core, eight-thread processor with a 3.7 GHz base clock (4.0 GHz Turbo), 8 MB L3 cache, 84 W TDP and support for DDR3 ECC memory on an LGA1150 socket.

Question 2

Which motherboard socket and chipsets are compatible with this processor?

Accepted Answer

The E3-1281V3 requires an LGA1150 socket and is compatible with Intel 8 Series (e.g., C220) and select 9 Series (e.g., C226, Q87) chipsets.

Question 3

Does the Intel Xeon E3-1281V3 support ECC memory?

Accepted Answer

Yes, it supports unbuffered ECC DDR3 memory up to 32 GB, ensuring data integrity for server and workstation workloads.

Question 4

Is this Intel Xeon E3-1281V3 processor OEM or retail boxed?

Accepted Answer

This listing is for the OEM (tray) version only and does not include a retail heatsink or factory-sealed packaging.

Question 5

What warranty coverage comes with the OEM processor?

Accepted Answer

OEM Intel processors rely on the reseller’s warranty, typically offering 90 days to one year of coverage depending on the distributor.

Question 6

Does the E3-1281V3 include integrated graphics?

Accepted Answer

Yes, it features Intel HD Graphics P4600 with up to 1.2 GHz clock speed, suitable for basic display and management tasks.

Question 7

What is the thermal design power (TDP) of this CPU?

Accepted Answer

The Intel Xeon E3-1281V3 has an 84 W TDP, requiring a compatible cooling solution to maintain optimal temperatures under full load.

Question 8

Can I use this processor for virtualization?

Accepted Answer

Yes, it supports Intel VT-x and VT-d technologies, providing hardware-assisted virtualization and direct device I/O mapping.

Question 9

What performance can I expect in server environments?

Accepted Answer

With four cores and eight threads, it delivers reliable multi-threaded performance for light to medium enterprise servers and small-scale virtualization.

Question 10

Is the Xeon E3-1281V3 suitable for gaming or professional workstations?

Accepted Answer

Yes, its high clock speed and Hyper-Threading support offer solid workstation performance; a discrete GPU is recommended for gaming.

Question 11

Does the Intel Xeon E3-1281V3 support Hyper-Threading Technology?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Hyper-Threading allows each of the four physical cores to handle two threads simultaneously, improving multitasking efficiency.

Question 12

Can the Intel Xeon E3-1281V3 be overclocked?

Accepted Answer

No, the E3-1281V3 is not unlocked for overclocking and operates within Intel’s specified clock parameters.

Question 13

What cooling solution is recommended for this processor?

Accepted Answer

Use a high-performance 84 W+ air cooler or compatible liquid cooling system to ensure stable temperatures under sustained loads.

Question 14

When was the Intel Xeon E3-1281V3 released?

Accepted Answer

Intel released the Xeon E3-1281V3 in Q2 2014 as part of the Haswell-EP family.

Question 15

How does the E3-1281V3 compare to the E3-1270V3?

Accepted Answer

The E3-1281V3 offers a 200 MHz higher base clock and faster integrated graphics, while both share 4 cores, 8 threads, 8 MB cache and 84 W TDP.

Question 16

Where can I purchase the Intel Xeon E3-1281V3 OEM processor?

Accepted Answer

You can buy it from authorized distributors, specialized IT resellers or certified online marketplaces offering OEM Intel CPUs.

	CM8064601575329	CD8067303533303	BX80644E51650V3	BX80708W1350	BX806954210
Product Type	Processors	Processors	Processors	Processors	Processors
Brand	Intel	Intel	Intel	Intel	Intel
Series	Intel Core	Intel Core	Intel Xeon	Intel Core	Intel Core
Category	Desktop	Desktop	Server	Desktop	Desktop
Max Memory Support	128 GB	128 GB	1 TB	128 GB	128 GB
Memory Type Support	DDR5	DDR4 & DDR5	ECC DDR4	DDR4	DDR4
Generation	Intel 13th Gen	Intel 13th Gen	N/A	Intel 10th Gen	Intel 10th Gen
Architecture	Raptor Lake	Raptor Lake	N/A	Comet Lake	N/A
ECC Support	No	No	Yes	No	No
Security Features	SGX	SGX	N/A	None	None
CPU Socket	LGA 1700	LGA 1700	N/A	LGA 1200	LGA 1200
Instruction Set Extensions	AVX2	AVX-512	AVX2	AVX2	AVX2
Virtualization Support	Intel VT-x	Intel VT-x / Intel VT-d	Intel VT-x / Intel VT-d	Intel VT-x	Intel VT-x
Cores	8	24	6	8	6
Threads	16	32	12	16	12
Base Clock	3.8	3.0	3.5	3.5	2.9 GHz
Max Boost Clock	5.0	5.8	3.8	4.7	4.3 GHz
Overclocking Support	Yes	Yes	No	No	No
L2 Cache	4	32	1.5	2	1.5 MB
L3 Cache	24	36	15	16	12 MB
TDP	125W	125W	150W	65W	65W
Integrated Graphics	Intel UHD Graphics 770	Intel UHD Graphics 770	None	Intel UHD Graphics 730	Intel UHD Graphics 630
Graphics Base Frequency	350	N/A	N/A	350	350 MHz
Graphics Max Dynamic Frequency	1100	N/A	N/A	1150	1150 MHz
Memory Channels	Dual	Dual	Quad	Dual	Dual
PCIe Version	PCIe 5.0	PCIe 5.0	PCIe 3.0	PCIe 3.0	PCIe 3.0
Unlocked	Yes	Yes	No	No	No
Cooler Included	No	No	No	Yes	Yes
Use Case	Gaming	Gaming / Workstation	Server	Gaming	Gaming
Product Name	CM8064601575329	Intel Core i9-13900K	Intel Xeon E5-1650 v3	Intel Core i7-10700W	Intel Core i5-10400
Height	N/A	0.62	N/A	0.15 inches	N/A
Width	N/A	0.62	N/A	1.48 inches	N/A
Depth	N/A	0.12	N/A	1.48 inches	N/A
Weight	N/A	0.1	N/A	N/A	N/A

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