CPU
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Core i5-2390T
Xeon L7455
Performance Spectrum - CPU
About PassMark
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 Core i5-2390T is positioned at rank 926 and the Xeon L7455 is on rank 793, so the Xeon L7455 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Core i5-2390T
Performance Per Dollar Xeon L7455
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i5-2390T | Xeon L7455 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($182) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) / 32 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Legacy / 45 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i5-2390T | Xeon L7455 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($182) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
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 Core i5-2390T and Xeon L7455
Core i5-2390T
The Core i5-2390T is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 20 February 2011 (14 years ago). It is based on the Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.7 GHz, with boost up to 3.5 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1155. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 2,491 points. Launch price was $100.
Xeon L7455
The Xeon L7455 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2015-01-01. Base frequency: 2.13 GHz. L3 cache: 12 MB L2 Cache. Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: PGA604. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 2,494 points. Launch price was $800.
Processing Power
The Core i5-2390T is built on the Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) architecture. In PassMark, the Core i5-2390T scores 2,491 against the Xeon L7455's 2,494 — a 0.1% lead for the Xeon L7455. L3 cache: 3 MB (total) on the Core i5-2390T vs 12 MB L2 Cache on the Xeon L7455.
| Feature | Core i5-2390T | Xeon L7455 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 4 | — |
| Boost Clock | 3.5 GHz | — |
| Base Clock | 2.7 GHz+27% | 2.13 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 3 MB (total) | 12 MB L2 Cache+300% |
| L2 Cache | 256 kB (per core) | — |
| Process | 32 nm-29% | 45 nm |
| Architecture | Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) | — |
| PassMark | 2,491 | 2,494 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 614 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Core i5-2390T uses the LGA1155 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Xeon L7455 uses PGA604 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Core i5-2390T | Xeon L7455 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1155 | PGA604 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 2.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1333 | — |
| Max RAM Capacity | 32 GB | — |
| RAM Channels | 2 | — |
| ECC Support | ❌ | — |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | — |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Core i5-2390T) / not specified (Xeon L7455). The Core i5-2390T includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics 2000), while the Xeon L7455 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i5-2390T targets Legacy Low Power Desktop. Direct competitor: Core i5-2390T rivals A8-3800.
| Feature | Core i5-2390T | Xeon L7455 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | — |
| IGPU Model | HD Graphics 2000 | — |
| Unlocked | No | — |
| AVX-512 | No | — |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d, EPT | — |
| Target Use | Legacy Low Power Desktop | — |
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