Xeon E5-2440 vs Processor 300T
Xeon E5-2440
Processor 300T
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. The Xeon E5-2440 is positioned at rank #907 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 E5-2440
Performance Per Dollar Processor 300T
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon E5-2440 | Processor 300T |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($249) | ✅ More affordable ($82) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Sandy Bridge-EN (2012) / 32 nm) | ✨ Modern (Raptor Lake-S (2023−2024) / Intel 7 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon E5-2440 | Processor 300T |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+203%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($249) | ✅ More affordable ($82) |
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 E5-2440 and Processor 300T
Xeon E5-2440
The Xeon E5-2440 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 14 May 2012 (13 years ago). It is based on the Sandy Bridge-EN (2012) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 2.4 GHz, with boost up to 2.9 GHz. L3 cache: 15360 kB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1356. Thermal design power (TDP): 95 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 6,091 points. Launch price was $295.
Processor 300T
The Processor 300T is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 8 January 2024 (1 year ago). It is based on the Raptor Lake-S (2023−2024) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.4 GHz, with boost up to 3.4 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB (total). L2 cache: 1.25 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1700. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-4800, DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 6,084 points. Launch price was $82.
Processing Power
The Xeon E5-2440 packs 6 cores / 12 threads, while the Processor 300T offers 2 cores / 4 threads — the Xeon E5-2440 has 4 more cores. Boost clocks reach 2.9 GHz on the Xeon E5-2440 versus 3.4 GHz on the Processor 300T — a 15.9% clock advantage for the Processor 300T (base: 2.4 GHz vs 3.4 GHz). The Xeon E5-2440 uses the Sandy Bridge-EN (2012) architecture (32 nm), while the Processor 300T uses Raptor Lake-S (2023−2024) (Intel 7 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon E5-2440 scores 6,091 against the Processor 300T's 6,084 — a 0.1% lead for the Xeon E5-2440. L3 cache: 15360 kB (total) on the Xeon E5-2440 vs 6 MB (total) on the Processor 300T.
| Feature | Xeon E5-2440 | Processor 300T |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 6 / 12+200% | 2 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 2.9 GHz | 3.4 GHz+17% |
| Base Clock | 2.4 GHz | 3.4 GHz+42% |
| L3 Cache | 15360 kB (total)+150% | 6 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 256 kB (per core) | 1.25 MB (per core)+400% |
| Process | 32 nm | Intel 7 nm-78% |
| Architecture | Sandy Bridge-EN (2012) | Raptor Lake-S (2023−2024) |
| PassMark | 6,091 | 6,084 |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon E5-2440 uses the LGA1356 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Processor 300T uses LGA1700 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Xeon E5-2440 | Processor 300T |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1356 | LGA1700 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 5.0+150% |
Value Analysis
The Xeon E5-2440 launched at $728 MSRP, while the Processor 300T debuted at $82. At current prices ($249 vs $82), the Processor 300T is $167 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon E5-2440 delivers 24.5 pts/$ vs 74.2 pts/$ for the Processor 300T — making the Processor 300T the 100.8% better value option.
| Feature | Xeon E5-2440 | Processor 300T |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $728 | $82-89% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $249 | $82-67% |
| Performance per Dollar | 24.5 | 74.2+203% |
| Release Date | 2012 | 2024 |
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