Core i5-2415M vs Xeon X6550
Core i5-2415M
Xeon X6550
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 i5-2415M is positioned at rank 898 and the Xeon X6550 is on rank 879, so the Xeon X6550 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Core i5-2415M
Performance Per Dollar Xeon X6550
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i5-2415M | Xeon X6550 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | Equivalent pricing | Equivalent pricing |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) / 32 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Legacy / 45 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i5-2415M | Xeon X6550 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | Equivalent pricing | Equivalent pricing |
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 i5-2415M and Xeon X6550
Core i5-2415M
The Core i5-2415M is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 September 2011 (14 years ago). It is based on the Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.3 GHz, with boost up to 2.9 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1023. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,933 points. Launch price was $225.
Xeon X6550
The Xeon X6550 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2015-01-01. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 2 GHz, with boost up to 2.4 GHz. L3 cache: 18 MB L3 Cache. Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1567. Thermal design power (TDP): 130 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 1,936 points. Launch price was $800.
Processing Power
The Core i5-2415M packs 2 cores / 4 threads, while the Xeon X6550 offers 8 cores / 16 threads — the Xeon X6550 has 6 more cores. Boost clocks reach 2.9 GHz on the Core i5-2415M versus 2.4 GHz on the Xeon X6550 — a 18.9% clock advantage for the Core i5-2415M (base: 2.3 GHz vs 2 GHz). The Core i5-2415M is built on the Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) architecture. In PassMark, the Core i5-2415M scores 1,933 against the Xeon X6550's 1,936 — a 0.2% lead for the Xeon X6550. L3 cache: 3 MB (total) on the Core i5-2415M vs 18 MB L3 Cache on the Xeon X6550.
| Feature | Core i5-2415M | Xeon X6550 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 4 | 8 / 16+300% |
| Boost Clock | 2.9 GHz+21% | 2.4 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.3 GHz+15% | 2 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 3 MB (total) | 18 MB L3 Cache+500% |
| L2 Cache | 256K (per core) | — |
| Process | 32 nm-29% | 45 nm |
| Architecture | Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) | — |
| PassMark | 1,933 | 1,936 |
Memory & Platform
The Core i5-2415M uses the BGA1023 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Xeon X6550 uses LGA1567 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR3-1333 memory speed. Memory channels: 2 (Core i5-2415M) vs 4 (Xeon X6550).
| Feature | Core i5-2415M | Xeon X6550 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | BGA1023 | LGA1567 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 5.0+150% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1333 | DDR3-1333 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 16 GB | — |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 4+100% |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | — |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: VT-x (Core i5-2415M) vs VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Xeon X6550). The Core i5-2415M includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics 3000), while the Xeon X6550 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i5-2415M targets Mobile, Xeon X6550 targets Server. Direct competitor: Xeon X6550 rivals Core i7-980X.
| Feature | Core i5-2415M | Xeon X6550 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | No |
| IGPU Model | HD Graphics 3000 | — |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x | VT-x, VT-d, EPT |
| Target Use | Mobile | Server |
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