Xeon D-1540 vs Core i5-10500T
Xeon D-1540
Core i5-10500T
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. The Xeon D-1540 is positioned at rank #260 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Xeon D-1540
Performance Per Dollar Core i5-10500T
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon D-1540 | Core i5-10500T |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($80) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Broadwell (2015−2019) / 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Legacy / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon D-1540 | Core i5-10500T |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($80) |
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 Xeon D-1540 and Core i5-10500T
Xeon D-1540
The Xeon D-1540 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 9 March 2015 (10 years ago). It is based on the Broadwell (2015−2019) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 2 GHz, with boost up to 2.6 GHz. L3 cache: 1.5 MB (per core). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1667. Thermal design power (TDP): 45 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 10,037 points. Launch price was $581.
Core i5-10500T
The Core i5-10500T is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 April 2020 (5 years ago). It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 2.3 GHz, with boost up to 3.8 GHz. L3 cache: 12 MB Intel® Smart Cache. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1200. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2666. Passmark benchmark score: 10,140 points. Launch price was $149.
Processing Power
The Xeon D-1540 packs 8 cores / 16 threads, while the Core i5-10500T offers 6 cores / 12 threads — the Xeon D-1540 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 2.6 GHz on the Xeon D-1540 versus 3.8 GHz on the Core i5-10500T — a 37.5% clock advantage for the Core i5-10500T (base: 2 GHz vs 2.3 GHz). The Xeon D-1540 is built on the Broadwell (2015−2019) architecture. In PassMark, the Xeon D-1540 scores 10,037 against the Core i5-10500T's 10,140 — a 1% lead for the Core i5-10500T. L3 cache: 1.5 MB (per core) on the Xeon D-1540 vs 12 MB Intel® Smart Cache on the Core i5-10500T.
| Feature | Xeon D-1540 | Core i5-10500T |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 8 / 16+33% | 6 / 12 |
| Boost Clock | 2.6 GHz | 3.8 GHz+46% |
| Base Clock | 2 GHz | 2.3 GHz+15% |
| L3 Cache | 1.5 MB (per core) | 12 MB Intel® Smart Cache+700% |
| L2 Cache | 256K (per core) | — |
| Process | 14 nm | 14 nm |
| Architecture | Broadwell (2015−2019) | — |
| PassMark | 10,037 | 10,140+1% |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon D-1540 uses the FCBGA1667 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i5-10500T uses LGA1200 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Xeon D-1540 | Core i5-10500T |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FCBGA1667 | LGA1200 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
Top Performing CPUs
The most powerful cpus ranked by PassMark CPU Mark benchmark scores.
You May Also Compare
Similar CPU comparisons based on Xeon D-1540 and Core i5-10500T
