The Xeon E3-1231 v3 model:family_text, developed by Intel engineers, expanded the range of desktop solutions :year_text. Thanks to the use of the 22 nm process node, the manufacturer achieved an excellent balance of performance. The chip is installed in the compatible motherboards socket. Multitasking is implemented through 4 cores and 8 computing threads, which is sufficient for comfortable work. In standard mode, the chip operates at 3.4 GHz. In Turbo Boost mode, this indicator can reach 3.8 GHz. For fast data exchange, 8 MB of third-level cache memory (L3) is provided. The TDP level for this model is set within 80 W. In entry-level or mid-range gaming builds, this processor will perform confidently, providing acceptable frame rates when using an appropriate graphics accelerator.