Xeon E5-1410 vs FX-8140
Xeon E5-1410
FX-8140
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 Xeon E5-1410 is positioned at rank 367 and the FX-8140 is on rank 759, so the Xeon E5-1410 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Xeon E5-1410
Performance Per Dollar FX-8140
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon E5-1410 | FX-8140 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($55) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($120) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Sandy Bridge-EN (2012) / 32 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Zambezi (2011−2012) / 32 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon E5-1410 | FX-8140 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+118%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($55) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($120) |
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 E5-1410 and FX-8140
Xeon E5-1410
The Xeon E5-1410 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2015-01-01. It is based on the Sandy Bridge-EN (2012) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 2.8 GHz, with boost up to 3.2 GHz. L3 cache: 10240 kB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1356. Thermal design power (TDP): 80 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 4,852 points. Launch price was $800.
FX-8140
The FX-8140 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 23 October 2012 (13 years ago). It is based on the Zambezi (2011−2012) architecture. It features 8 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.2 GHz, with boost up to 4.1 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 8 MB. Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: AM3+. Thermal design power (TDP): 95 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 4,860 points. Launch price was $69.
Processing Power
The Xeon E5-1410 packs 4 cores / 8 threads, while the FX-8140 offers 8 cores / 8 threads — the FX-8140 has 4 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.2 GHz on the Xeon E5-1410 versus 4.1 GHz on the FX-8140 — a 24.7% clock advantage for the FX-8140 (base: 2.8 GHz vs 3.2 GHz). The Xeon E5-1410 uses the Sandy Bridge-EN (2012) architecture (32 nm), while the FX-8140 uses Zambezi (2011−2012) (32 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon E5-1410 scores 4,852 against the FX-8140's 4,860 — a 0.2% lead for the FX-8140. L3 cache: 10240 kB (total) on the Xeon E5-1410 vs 8 MB (total) on the FX-8140.
| Feature | Xeon E5-1410 | FX-8140 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 8 | 8 / 8+100% |
| Boost Clock | 3.2 GHz | 4.1 GHz+28% |
| Base Clock | 2.8 GHz | 3.2 GHz+14% |
| L3 Cache | 10240 kB (total)+25% | 8 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 256 kB (per core) | 8 MB+3100% |
| Process | 32 nm | 32 nm |
| Architecture | Sandy Bridge-EN (2012) | Zambezi (2011−2012) |
| PassMark | 4,852 | 4,860 |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon E5-1410 uses the LGA1356 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the FX-8140 uses AM3+ (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Xeon E5-1410 | FX-8140 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1356 | AM3+ |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 2.0 |
Value Analysis
The Xeon E5-1410 launched at $120 MSRP, while the FX-8140 debuted at $225. At current prices ($55 vs $120), the Xeon E5-1410 is $65 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon E5-1410 delivers 88.2 pts/$ vs 40.5 pts/$ for the FX-8140 — making the Xeon E5-1410 the 74.1% better value option.
| Feature | Xeon E5-1410 | FX-8140 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $120-47% | $225 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $55-54% | $120 |
| Performance per Dollar | 88.2+118% | 40.5 |
| Release Date | 2012 | 2012 |
Top Performing CPUs
The most powerful cpus ranked by PassMark CPU Mark benchmark scores.
You May Also Compare
Similar CPU comparisons based on Xeon E5-1410 and FX-8140
