Xeon X3440 vs Celeron G6900TE

Xeon X3440

4 Cores8 Thrd95 WWMax: 2.93 GHz2009

Celeron G6900TE

2 Cores2 Thrd35 WWMax: 2.4 GHz2022

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Xeon X3440

4 / 8

2,769

0.0%

2,782

+0.5%

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 X3440 is positioned at rank #782 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 X3440

Xeon Platinum 8454H

MSRP: $6540|Avg: N/A

16135%

Xeon Gold 6240R

MSRP: $2444|Avg: N/A

3047%

#10

Xeon 6337P

MSRP: $60|Avg: $5

2707%

#15

EPYC 9174F

MSRP: $194|Avg: $30

2091%

#452

EPYC 9755

MSRP: $12984|Avg: $10931

99%

#454

Xeon Platinum 8368

MSRP: $7214|Avg: $429

99%

#456

EPYC 9575F

MSRP: $11791|Avg: $9238

97%

#457

EPYC 7642

MSRP: $4775|Avg: $850

97%

#458

EPYC 7573X

MSRP: $5590|Avg: $3580

96%

#782

Xeon X3440

MSRP: $215|Avg: $16

100%

#796

Xeon E-2276M

MSRP: $939|Avg: $124

96%

#797

Xeon W3580

MSRP: $294|Avg: $30

96%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Celeron G6900TE

#349

Core i5-9600

MSRP: $224|Avg: $219

108%

#350

Core i3-8300

MSRP: $138|Avg: $136

108%

#351

Core i5-8500B

MSRP: $192|Avg: $192

107%

#352

Core i7-13700TE

MSRP: $390|Avg: $476

106%

#353

Core i9-11900T

MSRP: $439|Avg: $413

104%

#354

Ryzen Threadripper 7970X

MSRP: $2499|Avg: $2200

104%

#355

Core i9-10900

MSRP: $483|Avg: $426

103%

#356

Ryzen Embedded V1605B

MSRP: $150|Avg: $150

103%

#357

Core i9-10900K

MSRP: $499|Avg: $500

103%

#358

Celeron G4930

MSRP: $42|Avg: $57

103%

#359

Ryzen 7 2700E

MSRP: $329|Avg: $329

102%

#360

Ryzen Embedded V2516

MSRP: $300|Avg: $300

102%

#361

Ryzen Threadripper 9970X

MSRP: $2499|Avg: $2442

102%

#362

Core i9-14901E

MSRP: $557|Avg: $689

101%

#363

Celeron G5900T

MSRP: $42|Avg: $50

101%

#364

Celeron G6900TE

MSRP: $53|Avg: $64

100%

#365

Core i5-8600T

MSRP: $213|Avg: $213

99%

#366

Celeron G4950

MSRP: $52|Avg: $63

99%

#367

Core i9-10900E

MSRP: $488|Avg: $450

99%

#368

Core i7-9700KF

MSRP: $374|Avg: $333

98%

#369

Core i5-8400T

MSRP: $182|Avg: $179

95%

#370

Athlon 240GE

MSRP: $75|Avg: $110

95%

#371

Core 5 120UL

MSRP: $277|Avg: $270

90%

#372

Ryzen Embedded V3C14

MSRP: $305|Avg: $305

90%

#373

Core i7-9700T

MSRP: $323|Avg: $276

88%

#374

Core i9-13900TE

MSRP: $554|Avg: $554

86%

#375

Ryzen Embedded V2546

MSRP: $300|Avg: $300

84%

#376

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7945WX

MSRP: $1399|Avg: $1399

82%

#377

Core i3-9100HL

MSRP: $225|Avg: $100

79%

#378

Core i9-12900TE

MSRP: $494|Avg: $664

79%

#379

Core i9-9940X

MSRP: $1387|Avg: $850

76%

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 G6900TE (2022) utilizes 10 nm technology and **DDR4, DDR5 Dual-channel**, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Xeon X3440	Celeron G6900TE
Gaming	✅ Superior gaming performance	❌ Lower gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	✅ More affordable ($16)	⚠️ Higher cost ($64)
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Lynnfield (2009−2010) / 45 nm)	✨ Modern (Alder Lake-S (2022) / 10 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Xeon X3440 (2009) relies on 45 nm technology and DDR3-800, DDR3-1066, DDR3-1333, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Xeon X3440	Celeron G6900TE
Cost Efficiency	✅ Better overall value (+298%)	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅ More affordable ($16)	⚠️ Higher cost ($64)

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 X3440 Benchmark Check

Celeron G6900TE Benchmark Check

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Xeon X3440 and Celeron G6900TE

Xeon X3440

The Xeon X3440 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 8 September 2009 (16 years ago). It is based on the Lynnfield (2009−2010) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 2.53 GHz, with boost up to 2.93 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1156. Thermal design power (TDP): 95 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-800, DDR3-1066, DDR3-1333. Passmark benchmark score: 2,769 points. Launch price was $215.

Celeron G6900TE

The Celeron G6900TE is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. It is based on the Alder Lake-S (2022) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 2.4 GHz, with boost up to 2.4 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 1.25 MB (per core). Built on 10 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1700. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR4, DDR5 Dual-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 2,782 points. Launch price was $69.

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Processing Power

The Xeon X3440 packs 4 cores / 8 threads, while the Celeron G6900TE offers 2 cores / 2 threads — the Xeon X3440 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 2.93 GHz on the Xeon X3440 versus 2.4 GHz on the Celeron G6900TE — a 19.9% clock advantage for the Xeon X3440 (base: 2.53 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The Xeon X3440 uses the Lynnfield (2009−2010) architecture (45 nm), while the Celeron G6900TE uses Alder Lake-S (2022) (10 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon X3440 scores 2,769 against the Celeron G6900TE's 2,782 — a 0.5% lead for the Celeron G6900TE. L3 cache: 8 MB (total) on the Xeon X3440 vs 4 MB (total) on the Celeron G6900TE.

Feature	Xeon X3440	Celeron G6900TE
Cores / Threads	4 / 8+100%	2 / 2
Boost Clock	2.93 GHz+22%	2.4 GHz
Base Clock	2.53 GHz+5%	2.4 GHz
L3 Cache	8 MB (total)+100%	4 MB (total)
L2 Cache	256 kB (per core)	1.25 MB (per core)+400%
Process	45 nm	10 nm-78%
Architecture	Lynnfield (2009−2010)	Alder Lake-S (2022)
PassMark	2,769	2,782
Geekbench 6 Single	—	1,400
Geekbench 6 Multi	—	2,457

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Memory & Platform

The Xeon X3440 uses the LGA1156 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Celeron G6900TE uses LGA1700 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.

Feature	Xeon X3440	Celeron G6900TE
Socket	LGA1156	LGA1700
PCIe Generation	PCIe 2.0	PCIe 5.0+150%
Max RAM Speed	—	DDR5-4800
Max RAM Capacity	—	128 GB
RAM Channels	—	2
ECC Support	—	❌
PCIe Lanes	—	20

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Advanced Features

Virtualization: not specified (Xeon X3440) / VT-x (Celeron G6900TE). The Celeron G6900TE includes integrated graphics (UHD Graphics 710), while the Xeon X3440 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Celeron G6900TE targets Budget. Direct competitor: Celeron G6900TE rivals Pentium Gold G7400T.

Feature	Xeon X3440	Celeron G6900TE
Integrated GPU	—	Yes
IGPU Model	—	UHD Graphics 710
Unlocked	—	No
AVX-512	—	No
Virtualization	—	VT-x
Target Use	—	Budget

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Value Analysis

The Xeon X3440 launched at $215 MSRP, while the Celeron G6900TE debuted at $53. At current prices ($16 vs $64), the Xeon X3440 is $48 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon X3440 delivers 173.1 pts/$ vs 43.5 pts/$ for the Celeron G6900TE — making the Xeon X3440 the 119.7% better value option.