Xeon E5410 vs Core i3-4330TE
Xeon E5410
Core i3-4330TE
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 Core i3-4330TE is on rank 903, so the Core i3-4330TE 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 Core i3-4330TE
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon E5410 | Core i3-4330TE |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($20) | ✅ More affordable ($15) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Harpertown (2007−2008) / 45 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Haswell (2013−2015) / 22 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon E5410 | Core i3-4330TE |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+33%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($20) | ✅ More affordable ($15) |
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 Core i3-4330TE
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.
Core i3-4330TE
The Core i3-4330TE is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 11 May 2014 (11 years ago). It is based on the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.4 GHz, with boost up to 2.4 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1150. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 2,022 points. Launch price was $69.
Processing Power
The Xeon E5410 packs 4 cores / 4 threads, while the Core i3-4330TE offers 2 cores / 4 threads — the Xeon E5410 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 0.33 GHz on the Xeon E5410 versus 2.4 GHz on the Core i3-4330TE — a 151.6% clock advantage for the Core i3-4330TE (base: 2.33 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The Xeon E5410 uses the Harpertown (2007−2008) architecture (45 nm), while the Core i3-4330TE uses Haswell (2013−2015) (22 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon E5410 scores 2,032 against the Core i3-4330TE's 2,022 — a 0.5% lead for the Xeon E5410. L3 cache: 12 MB L2 Cache on the Xeon E5410 vs 4 MB (total) on the Core i3-4330TE.
| Feature | Xeon E5410 | Core i3-4330TE |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 4+100% | 2 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 0.33 GHz | 2.4 GHz+627% |
| Base Clock | 2.33 GHz | 2.4 GHz+3% |
| L3 Cache | 12 MB L2 Cache+200% | 4 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 6 MB (total)+2300% | 256 kB (per core) |
| Process | 45 nm | 22 nm-51% |
| Architecture | Harpertown (2007−2008) | Haswell (2013−2015) |
| PassMark | 2,032 | 2,022 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 650 |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon E5410 uses the LGA771 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Core i3-4330TE uses LGA1150 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR2-667 on the Xeon E5410 versus DDR3-1600 on the Core i3-4330TE — the Core i3-4330TE supports 40% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. Both support up to 32 GB of RAM. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 0 (Xeon E5410) vs 16 (Core i3-4330TE) — the Core i3-4330TE offers 16 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives.
| Feature | Xeon E5410 | Core i3-4330TE |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA771 | LGA1150 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 3.0+50% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR2-667 | DDR3-1600+50% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 32 GB | 32 GB |
| 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, EPT (Core i3-4330TE). The Core i3-4330TE includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics 4600), while the Xeon E5410 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Xeon E5410 targets Server, Core i3-4330TE targets Embedded. Direct competitor: Core i3-4330TE rivals Embedded R-Series.
| Feature | Xeon E5410 | Core i3-4330TE |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | HD Graphics 4600 |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x | VT-x, EPT |
| Target Use | Server | Embedded |
Value Analysis
The Xeon E5410 launched at $256 MSRP, while the Core i3-4330TE debuted at $138. At current prices ($20 vs $15), the Core i3-4330TE is $5 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon E5410 delivers 101.6 pts/$ vs 134.8 pts/$ for the Core i3-4330TE — making the Core i3-4330TE the 28.1% better value option.
| Feature | Xeon E5410 | Core i3-4330TE |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $256 | $138-46% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $20 | $15-25% |
| Performance per Dollar | 101.6 | 134.8+33% |
| Release Date | 2007 | 2014 |
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