CPU
GPU
Xeon E5405
A8-6410
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 E5405 is positioned at rank 906 and the A8-6410 is on rank 928, so the Xeon E5405 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Xeon E5405
Performance Per Dollar A8-6410
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon E5405 | A8-6410 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($15) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($40) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Harpertown (2007−2008) / 45 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Beema (2014) / 28 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon E5405 | A8-6410 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+164%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($15) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($40) |
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 E5405 and A8-6410
Xeon E5405
The Xeon E5405 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 11 November 2007 (18 years ago). It is based on the Harpertown (2007−2008) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2 GHz, with boost up to 2 GHz. L3 cache: 12 MB L2 Cache. L2 cache: 6 MB (total). Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: LGA771. Thermal design power (TDP): 80 Watt. Memory support: DDR2, DDR3 Depends on motherboard. Passmark benchmark score: 1,753 points. Launch price was $209.
A8-6410
The A8-6410 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2014-01-01. It is based on the Beema (2014) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2 GHz, with boost up to 2.4 GHz. L2 cache: 2048 kB. Built on 28 nm process technology. Socket: FT3. Thermal design power (TDP): 15 Watt. Memory support: DDR3L-1866. Passmark benchmark score: 1,772 points. Launch price was $90.
Processing Power
Both the Xeon E5405 and A8-6410 share an identical 4-core/4-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 2 GHz on the Xeon E5405 versus 2.4 GHz on the A8-6410 — a 18.2% clock advantage for the A8-6410 (base: 2 GHz vs 2 GHz). The Xeon E5405 uses the Harpertown (2007−2008) architecture (45 nm), while the A8-6410 uses Beema (2014) (28 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon E5405 scores 1,753 against the A8-6410's 1,772 — a 1.1% lead for the A8-6410.
| Feature | Xeon E5405 | A8-6410 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 4 | 4 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 2 GHz | 2.4 GHz+20% |
| Base Clock | 2 GHz | 2 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 12 MB L2 Cache | — |
| L2 Cache | 6 MB (total)+200% | 2048 kB |
| Process | 45 nm | 28 nm-38% |
| Architecture | Harpertown (2007−2008) | Beema (2014) |
| PassMark | 1,753 | 1,772+1% |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon E5405 uses the LGA771 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the A8-6410 uses FT3 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR2-667 on the Xeon E5405 versus 1866 on the A8-6410 — the A8-6410 supports 199.6% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Xeon E5405 supports up to 32 GB of RAM compared to 16 — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 2 (Xeon E5405) vs 1 (A8-6410). PCIe lanes: 0 (Xeon E5405) vs 4 (A8-6410) — the A8-6410 offers 4 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives.
| Feature | Xeon E5405 | A8-6410 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA771 | FT3 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 3.0+50% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR2-667 | 1866+93200% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 32 GB+209715100% | 16 |
| RAM Channels | 2+100% | 1 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 0 | 4 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: VT-x (Xeon E5405) vs true (A8-6410). The A8-6410 includes integrated graphics (Radeon R5 Graphics), while the Xeon E5405 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Xeon E5405 targets Server. Direct competitor: A8-6410 rivals Pentium N3530.
| Feature | Xeon E5405 | A8-6410 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | Radeon R5 Graphics |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x | true |
| Target Use | Server | — |
Value Analysis
The Xeon E5405 launched at $209 MSRP, while the A8-6410 debuted at $100. At current prices ($15 vs $40), the Xeon E5405 is $25 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon E5405 delivers 116.9 pts/$ vs 44.3 pts/$ for the A8-6410 — making the Xeon E5405 the 90.1% better value option.
| Feature | Xeon E5405 | A8-6410 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $209 | $100-52% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $15-63% | $40 |
| Performance per Dollar | 116.9+164% | 44.3 |
| Release Date | 2007 | 2014 |
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