Alternative to E3-1246V3: Better-Value Equivalents in Stock
Comparing the E3-1246V3 (E3-1246V3 - Intel Xeon E3-1246 v3 4-Core 3.50GHz 5GT/s DMI2 8MB L3 Cache Socket LGA1150 Processor) against alternatives? Pro Disk Network stocks 12 similar Intel parts that offer comparable performance at different price points. Each option below is in-stock, US-warehoused, and tested-and-certified before ship. Bulk pricing is available on quantities of 5+; B2B procurement can use Net 30 with PO.
About the E3-1246V3
| SKU | E3-1246V3 |
|---|---|
| Product | E3-1246V3 - Intel Xeon E3-1246 v3 4-Core 3.50GHz 5GT/s DMI2 8MB L3 Cache Socket LGA1150 Processor |
| Current price | $189.47 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View E3-1246V3 › |
Alternatives to E3-1246V3
Each part below is currently in our US warehouse, ships same-day for orders before 2pm ET, and includes our 90-day warranty. SKUs link to the full product page with photos, datasheets and B2B quote form.
0C3YR1 - Dell 3.50GHz 5GT/s DMI2 8MB SmartCache Socket FCLGA1150 Intel Xeon E3-1246 v3 Quad-Core Processor
SKU: 0C3YR1
Price: $411.97
00FC821 - IBM Lenovo 3.50GHz 5.00GT/s DMI2 8MB L3 Cache Intel Xeon E3-1246 v3 Quad Core Processor
SKU: 00FC821
Price: $304.30
317-1710 - Dell 2.26GHz 8MB L2 Cache 8MB L3 Cache 5.86GT/s QPI Socket B(LGA-1366) 45NM 80W Intel Xeon L5520 Quad Core Processor for PROLI
SKU: 317-1710
Price: $156.78
TVS-EC2480U-SAS-RP-16G-R2-US QNAP TVS-EC2480U-SAS-RP-16G-R2-US Intel Xeon E3-1245 v3/E3-1246 v3 3.4/3.5GHz/ 16GB RAM/ 6GbE/ 24SATA3/ USB3.0/ 24-Bay 4U Rackmount NAS for Enterprise
SKU: TVS-EC2480U-SAS-RP-16G-R2-US
Price: $14,939.05
43X1002 - IBM Intel Xeon Quad Core E5310 Quad Core 1.6GHz 8MB L2 Cache 1066MHz FSB Socket 771 Processor
SKU: 43X1002
Price: $124.13
81Y6527 - IBM Intel Xeon DP E5606 Quad Core 2.13GHz 1MB L2 Cache 8MB L3 Cache 4.8GT/s QPI Speed Socket FCLGA-1366 32NM 80W Processor
SKU: 81Y6527
Price: $56.64
81Y6019 - IBM Intel Xeon DP E5606 Quad Core 2.13GHz 1MB L2 Cache 8MB L3 Cache 4.8GT/s QPI Speed Socket FCLGA-1366 32NM 80W Processor
SKU: 81Y6019
Price: $56.64
49Y3765 - IBM Intel Xeon DP E5606 Quad Core 2.13GHz 1MB L2 Cache 8MB L3 Cache 4.8GT/s QPI Speed Socket FCLGA-1366 32NM 80W Processor
SKU: 49Y3765
Price: $56.64
SR152 - Intel Xeon Quad Core E3-1240V3 3.4GHz 1MB L2 Cache 8MB L3 Cache 5GT/s DMI Socket FCLGA-1150 22NM 80W Processor
SKU: SR152
Price: $65.26
CM8064601467102 - Intel Xeon Quad Core E3-1240V3 3.4GHz 1MB L2 Cache 8MB L3 Cache 5GT/s DMI Socket FCLGA-1150 22NM 80W Processor
SKU: CM8064601467102
Price: $65.26
BX80646E31240V3 - Intel Xeon E3-1240V3 Quad Core 3.4GHz 1MB L2 Cache 8MB L3 Cache 5GT/s DMI Socket FCLGA-1150 22NM 80W Processor
SKU: BX80646E31240V3
Price: $71.58
How we pick alternatives
Every recommendation above was selected using these criteria:
- Spec parity — capacity, speed, port count, and form factor matched within a 10% tolerance
- Price spread — alternatives shown across the price range, so you can pick on budget
- Brand mix — both OEM-equivalent and trusted aftermarket, all certified
- Reliability data — preferred parts have failure rates below 1% in our 18-month return tracking
- In stock today — shipping today, not 4-6 weeks from now
Want a side-by-side spec comparison?
We can prepare a written comparison covering throughput, power draw, form factor and validated compatibility. Email sales@prodisknetwork.com or call +1 (407) 205-8454 — most quotes ship within 4 business hours.