Xeon E5410 vs Celeron G3930T
Xeon E5410
Celeron G3930T
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. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money. The Xeon E5410 is positioned at rank 918 and the Celeron G3930T is on rank 435, so the Celeron G3930T offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Xeon E5410
Performance Per Dollar Celeron G3930T
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon E5410 | Celeron G3930T |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($20) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($39) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Harpertown (2007−2008) / 45 nm) | ✨ Modern (Kaby Lake (2016−2019) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon E5410 | Celeron G3930T |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+96%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($20) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($39) |
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 E5410 and Celeron G3930T
Xeon E5410
The Xeon E5410 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 2.33 GHz, with boost up to 0.33 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: 2,032 points. Launch price was $256.
Celeron G3930T
The Celeron G3930T is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 3 January 2017 (8 years ago). It is based on the Kaby Lake (2016−2019) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 2.7 GHz, with boost up to 2.7 GHz. L3 cache: 2 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1151. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR4 2133, DDR3L 1333/1600. Passmark benchmark score: 2,023 points. Launch price was $42.
Processing Power
The Xeon E5410 packs 4 cores / 4 threads, while the Celeron G3930T offers 2 cores / 2 threads — the Xeon E5410 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 0.33 GHz on the Xeon E5410 versus 2.7 GHz on the Celeron G3930T — a 156.4% clock advantage for the Celeron G3930T (base: 2.33 GHz vs 2.7 GHz). The Xeon E5410 uses the Harpertown (2007−2008) architecture (45 nm), while the Celeron G3930T uses Kaby Lake (2016−2019) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon E5410 scores 2,032 against the Celeron G3930T's 2,023 — a 0.4% lead for the Xeon E5410. L3 cache: 12 MB L2 Cache on the Xeon E5410 vs 2 MB (total) on the Celeron G3930T.
| Feature | Xeon E5410 | Celeron G3930T |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 4+100% | 2 / 2 |
| Boost Clock | 0.33 GHz | 2.7 GHz+718% |
| Base Clock | 2.33 GHz | 2.7 GHz+16% |
| L3 Cache | 12 MB L2 Cache+500% | 2 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 6 MB (total)+2300% | 256K (per core) |
| Process | 45 nm | 14 nm-69% |
| Architecture | Harpertown (2007−2008) | Kaby Lake (2016−2019) |
| PassMark | 2,032 | 2,023 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 704 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 1,350 |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon E5410 uses the LGA771 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Celeron G3930T uses LGA1151 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR2-667 on the Xeon E5410 versus DDR4-2400 on the Celeron G3930T — the Celeron G3930T supports 66.7% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Celeron G3930T supports up to 64 GB of RAM compared to 32 GB — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 0 (Xeon E5410) vs 16 (Celeron G3930T) — the Celeron G3930T offers 16 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives.
| Feature | Xeon E5410 | Celeron G3930T |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA771 | LGA1151 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 3.0+50% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR2-667 | DDR4-2400+100% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 32 GB | 64 GB+100% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 0 | 16 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: VT-x (Xeon E5410) vs VT-x, VT-d (Celeron G3930T). The Celeron G3930T includes integrated graphics (Intel HD Graphics 610), while the Xeon E5410 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Xeon E5410 targets Server, Celeron G3930T targets Desktop. Direct competitor: Celeron G3930T rivals Pentium G4560T.
| Feature | Xeon E5410 | Celeron G3930T |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | Intel HD Graphics 610 |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x | VT-x, VT-d |
| Target Use | Server | Desktop |
Value Analysis
The Xeon E5410 launched at $256 MSRP, while the Celeron G3930T debuted at $42. At current prices ($20 vs $39), the Xeon E5410 is $19 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon E5410 delivers 101.6 pts/$ vs 51.9 pts/$ for the Celeron G3930T — making the Xeon E5410 the 64.8% better value option.
| Feature | Xeon E5410 | Celeron G3930T |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $256 | $42-84% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $20-49% | $39 |
| Performance per Dollar | 101.6+96% | 51.9 |
| Release Date | 2007 | 2017 |
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