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Overview

The Xeon 3.06 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2015-01-01. It is based on the Gallatin (2003−2004) architecture. It features 1 cores and 1 threads. Max frequency: 3.07 GHz. L3 cache: 2 MB. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 130 nm process technology. Socket: PGA604. Thermal design power (TDP): 97 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 535 points. Launch price was $800.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. The Xeon 3.06 is positioned at rank #1015 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 3.06

Xeon Platinum 8454H

MSRP: $6540|Avg: N/A

77546%

Xeon Gold 6240R

MSRP: $2444|Avg: N/A

14641%

#10

Xeon 6337P

MSRP: $60|Avg: $5

13008%

#15

EPYC 9174F

MSRP: $194|Avg: $30

10049%

#541

Xeon E5-4669 v4

MSRP: $7007|Avg: $300

93%

#1015

Xeon 3.06

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#1016

Xeon E5-4640

MSRP: $2725|Avg: N/A

96%

#1018

Xeon E5-4650

MSRP: $3616|Avg: $71

89%

#1019

Xeon E5-4650L

MSRP: $3616|Avg: N/A

88%

#1020

Xeon E5-4655 v4

MSRP: $4616|Avg: N/A

88%

#1021

Xeon E-2224

MSRP: $3226|Avg: $195

83%

#1022

Athlon MP 2400+

MSRP: $151|Avg: $20

75%

#1023

Xeon E5-2650L v2

MSRP: $4115|Avg: $1078

69%

#1024

Xeon E5-2640 v2

MSRP: $4115|Avg: $530

69%

#1025

Opteron 142

MSRP: $292|Avg: $20

57%

#1026

Athlon MP 2800+

MSRP: $275|Avg: $10

51%

#1027

Xeon L3110

MSRP: $1000|Avg: $950

50%

#1028

Xeon 2.66

MSRP: $337|Avg: $10

49%

#1029

Xeon X5272

MSRP: $1172|Avg: $76

46%

#1030

Xeon 3.20

MSRP: $851|Avg: $10

25%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Xeon 3.06 across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Xeon 3.06 specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Xeon 3.06 is a 1-core / 1-thread processor based on the Gallatin (2003−2004) architecture, manufactured on a 130 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 3.07 GHz— higher boost clocks directly translate to better single-threaded performance and responsiveness in gaming. It carries 2 MB of L3 cache, plus 512 kB of L2 cache and 16K of L1 cache per core. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 535, placing it in the Entry Level performance tier as a Legacy generation product.

Specification	Xeon 3.06
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units	1C / 1T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost	3.07 GHz
ArchitectureCPU microarchitecture design	Gallatin (2003−2004)
Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient	130 nm
L3 CacheShared cache — reduces memory latency for all cores	2 MB
L2 CachePer-core fast cache for frequently accessed data	512 kB
L1 CacheUltra-fast per-core cache	16K
Die SizePhysical silicon area of the processor	237 mm2
Transistor CountMore transistors = more capabilities	286 million
64-bit Support	No
Windows 11 Compatible	No
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score	535

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Memory & Platform

The Xeon 3.06 fits into the PGA604 socket and supports PCIe 2.0.

Specification	Xeon 3.06
TypeDesktop or Laptop processor	server
SocketMotherboard socket required	PGA604
PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidth	PCIe 2.0
Max CPUs in ConfigMulti-socket support for servers	2

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Power & Cooling

The Xeon 3.06 has a rated TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 97 Watt — this indicates the amount of heat generated under sustained load and determines what cooling solution is needed.

Specification	Xeon 3.06
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload	97 Watt

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Value Analysis

It currently holds Rank #1015 in the overall cost-benefit ranking — this ranking factors in performance-per-dollar relative to all available processors. Performance ranking position: #3366 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Xeon 3.06
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$800
Cost-Benefit RankPosition in overall value ranking	#1015
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#3366
Release DateLaunch date	2015-01-01
Release Year	2003
DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD)	Intel