Athlon II X4 615e vs Xeon E5410
Athlon II X4 615e
Xeon E5410
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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PassMark CPU Mark evaluates processor speed through complex mathematical computations. It provides a reliable metric to compare multi-core performance, where higher scores indicate faster processing for multitasking, gaming, and heavy workloads.
Value Upgrade Path
This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money. The Athlon II X4 615e is positioned at rank 983 and the Xeon E5410 is on rank 918, so the Xeon E5410 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Athlon II X4 615e
Performance Per Dollar Xeon E5410
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Athlon II X4 615e | Xeon E5410 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($30) | ✅ More affordable ($20) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Propus (2009−2011) / 45 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Harpertown (2007−2008) / 45 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Athlon II X4 615e | Xeon E5410 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+51%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($30) | ✅ More affordable ($20) |
Performance Check
To accurately isolate CPU performance, all benchmarks below use an NVIDIA RTX 4090 as the reference GPU. This eliminates GPU-side bottlenecks and highlights pure processing throughput differences between the CPUs.
Note: Real-world results may vary based on your actual GPU. CPU performance impact is more visible in processing-intensive titles and high-refresh-rate gaming scenarios.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of Athlon II X4 615e and Xeon E5410
Athlon II X4 615e
The Athlon II X4 615e is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 21 September 2010 (15 years ago). It is based on the Propus (2009−2011) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.5 GHz, with boost up to 2.5 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: AM3. Thermal design power (TDP): 45 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 2,018 points. Launch price was $59.
Xeon E5410
The Xeon E5410 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 11 November 2007 (18 years ago). It is based on the Harpertown (2007−2008) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.33 GHz, with boost up to 0.33 GHz. L3 cache: 12 MB L2 Cache. L2 cache: 6 MB (total). Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: LGA771. Thermal design power (TDP): 80 Watt. Memory support: DDR2, DDR3 Depends on motherboard. Passmark benchmark score: 2,032 points. Launch price was $256.
Processing Power
Both the Athlon II X4 615e and Xeon E5410 share an identical 4-core/4-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 2.5 GHz on the Athlon II X4 615e versus 0.33 GHz on the Xeon E5410 — a 153.4% clock advantage for the Athlon II X4 615e (base: 2.5 GHz vs 2.33 GHz). The Athlon II X4 615e uses the Propus (2009−2011) architecture (45 nm), while the Xeon E5410 uses Harpertown (2007−2008) (45 nm). In PassMark, the Athlon II X4 615e scores 2,018 against the Xeon E5410's 2,032 — a 0.7% lead for the Xeon E5410. L3 cache: 0 kB on the Athlon II X4 615e vs 12 MB L2 Cache on the Xeon E5410.
| Feature | Athlon II X4 615e | Xeon E5410 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 4 | 4 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 2.5 GHz+658% | 0.33 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.5 GHz+7% | 2.33 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 0 kB | 12 MB L2 Cache |
| L2 Cache | 512 kB (per core) | 6 MB (total)+1100% |
| Process | 45 nm | 45 nm |
| Architecture | Propus (2009−2011) | Harpertown (2007−2008) |
| PassMark | 2,018 | 2,032 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | 1,161 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 331 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 1,161 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Athlon II X4 615e uses the AM3 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Xeon E5410 uses LGA771 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3-1333 on the Athlon II X4 615e versus DDR2-667 on the Xeon E5410 — the Athlon II X4 615e supports 40% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Xeon E5410 supports up to 32 GB of RAM compared to 16 GB — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 16 (Athlon II X4 615e) vs 0 (Xeon E5410) — the Athlon II X4 615e offers 16 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives.
| Feature | Athlon II X4 615e | Xeon E5410 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM3 | LGA771 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 2.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1333+50% | DDR2-667 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 16 GB | 32 GB+100% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | 0 |
Advanced Features
Only the Athlon II X4 615e has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Virtualization support: AMD-V (Athlon II X4 615e) vs VT-x (Xeon E5410). Primary use case: Athlon II X4 615e targets Gaming, Xeon E5410 targets Server. Direct competitor: Athlon II X4 615e rivals Intel Core 2 Quad Q8300.
| Feature | Athlon II X4 615e | Xeon E5410 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| Unlocked | Yes | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | AMD-V | VT-x |
| Target Use | Gaming | Server |
Value Analysis
The Athlon II X4 615e launched at $186 MSRP, while the Xeon E5410 debuted at $256. At current prices ($30 vs $20), the Xeon E5410 is $10 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Athlon II X4 615e delivers 67.3 pts/$ vs 101.6 pts/$ for the Xeon E5410 — making the Xeon E5410 the 40.7% better value option.
| Feature | Athlon II X4 615e | Xeon E5410 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $186-27% | $256 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $30 | $20-33% |
| Performance per Dollar | 67.3 | 101.6+51% |
| Release Date | 2010 | 2007 |
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