Xeon E5440 vs Celeron G5905T

CPU

GPU

Xeon E5440

4 Cores4 Thrd80 WWMax: 0.83 GHz2007

Celeron G5905T

2 Cores2 Thrd35 WW2020

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Xeon E5440

4 / 4

2,367

+0.5%

2,356

0.0%

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. The Xeon E5440 is positioned at rank #1008 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar Xeon E5440

Xeon Platinum 8454H

MSRP: $6540|Avg: N/A

60590%

Xeon Gold 6240R

MSRP: $2444|Avg: N/A

11440%

#10

Xeon 6337P

MSRP: $60|Avg: $5

10164%

#15

EPYC 9174F

MSRP: $194|Avg: $30

7852%

#540

Xeon E7-8891 v3

MSRP: $6841|Avg: $418

92%

#541

Xeon E5-4669 v4

MSRP: $7007|Avg: $300

73%

#1008

Xeon E5440

MSRP: $690|Avg: $37

100%

#1009

Xeon E5-2643

MSRP: $1552|Avg: $50

98%

#1010

Xeon E5-2637

MSRP: $885|Avg: $40

98%

#1011

Xeon W3570

MSRP: $999|Avg: $15

95%

#1013

Xeon E5-4620

MSRP: $2141|Avg: $400

90%

#1014

Xeon E5-2680

MSRP: $3226|Avg: $40

84%

#1016

Xeon E5-4640

MSRP: $2725|Avg: N/A

75%

#1018

Xeon E5-4650

MSRP: $3616|Avg: $71

69%

#1019

Xeon E5-4655 v4

MSRP: $4616|Avg: N/A

69%

#1020

Xeon E5-4650L

MSRP: $3616|Avg: N/A

69%

#1021

Xeon E-2224

MSRP: $3226|Avg: $195

65%

#1022

Athlon MP 2400+

MSRP: $151|Avg: $20

59%

#1023

Xeon E5-2650L v2

MSRP: $4115|Avg: $1078

54%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Celeron G5905T

#332

Celeron G4930T

MSRP: $42|Avg: $42

116%

#333

Core i9-9920X

MSRP: $1189|Avg: $464

114%

#334

Core i3-9100

MSRP: $122|Avg: $125

112%

#335

Core i9-10900X

MSRP: $590|Avg: $425

112%

#336

Core i7-8700T

MSRP: $303|Avg: $196

111%

#337

Ryzen 5 3600XT

MSRP: $249|Avg: $357

110%

#338

Core i9-10980XE

MSRP: $979|Avg: $620

110%

#339

Core i5-8500T

MSRP: $192|Avg: $149

110%

#340

Core i9-9900KF

MSRP: $488|Avg: $350

109%

#341

Ryzen Embedded V2748

MSRP: $309|Avg: $359

109%

#342

Core i3-9350K

MSRP: $184|Avg: $150

107%

#343

Athlon Gold PRO 3150G

MSRP: $150|Avg: $150

106%

#344

Core i9-9900

MSRP: $423|Avg: $330

104%

#345

Core i9-9980XE

MSRP: $1979|Avg: $593

104%

#346

Core i7-10700K

MSRP: $387|Avg: $380

104%

#347

Celeron G5905T

MSRP: $50|Avg: $50

100%

#348

Athlon PRO 200GE

MSRP: $55|Avg: $81

100%

#349

Core i5-9600

MSRP: $224|Avg: $219

100%

#350

Core i3-8300

MSRP: $138|Avg: $136

99%

#351

Core i5-8500B

MSRP: $192|Avg: $192

98%

#352

Core i7-13700TE

MSRP: $390|Avg: $476

98%

#353

Core i9-11900T

MSRP: $439|Avg: $413

96%

#354

Ryzen Threadripper 7970X

MSRP: $2499|Avg: $2200

96%

#355

Core i9-10900

MSRP: $483|Avg: $426

95%

#356

Ryzen Embedded V1605B

MSRP: $150|Avg: $150

95%

#357

Core i9-10900K

MSRP: $499|Avg: $500

95%

#358

Celeron G4930

MSRP: $42|Avg: $57

95%

#359

Ryzen 7 2700E

MSRP: $329|Avg: $329

95%

#360

Ryzen Embedded V2516

MSRP: $300|Avg: $300

94%

#361

Ryzen Threadripper 9970X

MSRP: $2499|Avg: $2442

94%

#362

Core i9-14901E

MSRP: $557|Avg: $689

93%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

About PassMark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Generational Difference: This comparison involves processors from different technological eras. The Celeron G5905T (2020) utilizes 14 nm technology and DDR4-2666, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Xeon E5440	Celeron G5905T
Gaming	✅ Superior gaming performance	❌ Lower gaming performance
Workstation	✅ Better multi-core power	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks
Price	✅ More affordable ($37)	⚠️ Higher cost ($50)
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Harpertown (2007−2008) / 45 nm)	✨ Modern (Legacy / 14 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Xeon E5440 (2007) relies on 45 nm technology and **DDR2, DDR3 Depends on motherboard**, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Xeon E5440	Celeron G5905T
Cost Efficiency	✅ Better overall value (+36%)	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅ More affordable ($37)	⚠️ Higher cost ($50)

Performance Check

Paired with RTX 4090

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.

Xeon E5440 Benchmark Check

Celeron G5905T Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Xeon E5440 and Celeron G5905T

Xeon E5440

The Xeon E5440 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 2.83 GHz, with boost up to 0.83 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: 2,367 points. Launch price was $690.

Celeron G5905T

The Celeron G5905T is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency: 3.3 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB Intel® Smart Cache. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1200. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2666. Passmark benchmark score: 2,356 points. Launch price was $69.

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Processing Power

The Xeon E5440 packs 4 cores / 4 threads, while the Celeron G5905T offers 2 cores / 2 threads — the Xeon E5440 has 2 more cores. The Xeon E5440 is built on the Harpertown (2007−2008) architecture. In PassMark, the Xeon E5440 scores 2,367 against the Celeron G5905T's 2,356 — a 0.5% lead for the Xeon E5440. L3 cache: 12 MB L2 Cache on the Xeon E5440 vs 4 MB Intel® Smart Cache on the Celeron G5905T.

Feature	Xeon E5440	Celeron G5905T
Cores / Threads	4 / 4+100%	2 / 2
Boost Clock	0.83 GHz	—
Base Clock	2.83 GHz	3.3 GHz+17%
L3 Cache	12 MB L2 Cache+200%	4 MB Intel® Smart Cache
L2 Cache	6 MB (total)	—
Process	45 nm	14 nm-69%
Architecture	Harpertown (2007−2008)	—
PassMark	2,367	2,356
Geekbench 6 Single	—	748
Geekbench 6 Multi	—	750

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Memory & Platform

The Xeon E5440 uses the LGA771 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Celeron G5905T uses LGA1200 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.

Feature	Xeon E5440	Celeron G5905T
Socket	LGA771	LGA1200
PCIe Generation	PCIe 2.0	PCIe 3.0+50%
Max RAM Speed	—	DDR4-2666
Max RAM Capacity	—	128 GB
RAM Channels	—	2
ECC Support	—	✅
PCIe Lanes	—	16

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Advanced Features

Virtualization: not specified (Xeon E5440) / VT-x (Celeron G5905T). The Celeron G5905T includes integrated graphics (UHD Graphics 610), while the Xeon E5440 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Celeron G5905T targets Budget. Direct competitor: Celeron G5905T rivals Pentium Gold G6405T.

Feature	Xeon E5440	Celeron G5905T
Integrated GPU	—	Yes
IGPU Model	—	UHD Graphics 610
Unlocked	—	No
AVX-512	—	No
Virtualization	—	VT-x
Target Use	—	Budget

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Value Analysis

The Xeon E5440 launched at $690 MSRP, while the Celeron G5905T debuted at $50. At current prices ($37 vs $50), the Xeon E5440 is $13 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon E5440 delivers 64.0 pts/$ vs 47.1 pts/$ for the Celeron G5905T — making the Xeon E5440 the 30.3% better value option.