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Overview

The Xeon 5130 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in Junho 2006 (19 years ago). It is based on the Woodcrest (2006) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 2 GHz, with boost up to 2 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 4 MB. Built on 65 nm process technology. Socket: LGA771. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR2. Passmark benchmark score: 1,175 points. Launch price was $16.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. The Xeon 5130 is positioned at rank #1005 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 5130

Xeon Platinum 8454H

MSRP: $6540|Avg: N/A

55866%

Xeon Gold 6240R

MSRP: $2444|Avg: N/A

10548%

#10

Xeon 6337P

MSRP: $60|Avg: $5

9372%

#15

EPYC 9174F

MSRP: $194|Avg: $30

7240%

#539

Xeon Platinum 8280

MSRP: $10009|Avg: $2940

99%

#540

Xeon E7-8891 v3

MSRP: $6841|Avg: $418

85%

#541

Xeon E5-4669 v4

MSRP: $7007|Avg: $300

67%

#1005

Xeon 5130

MSRP: $316|Avg: $10

100%

#1007

Xeon E5-4640 v3

MSRP: $2859|Avg: $300

98%

#1008

Xeon E5440

MSRP: $690|Avg: $37

92%

#1009

Xeon E5-2643

MSRP: $1552|Avg: $50

91%

#1010

Xeon E5-2637

MSRP: $885|Avg: $40

90%

#1011

Xeon W3570

MSRP: $999|Avg: $15

88%

#1013

Xeon E5-4620

MSRP: $2141|Avg: $400

83%

#1014

Xeon E5-2680

MSRP: $3226|Avg: $40

77%

#1016

Xeon E5-4640

MSRP: $2725|Avg: N/A

69%

#1018

Xeon E5-4650

MSRP: $3616|Avg: $71

64%

#1019

Xeon E5-4655 v4

MSRP: $4616|Avg: N/A

63%

#1020

Xeon E5-4650L

MSRP: $3616|Avg: N/A

63%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Xeon 5130 specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Xeon 5130 is a 2-core / 2-thread processor based on the Woodcrest (2006) architecture, manufactured on a 65 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 2 GHz from a base frequency of 2 GHz— higher boost clocks directly translate to better single-threaded performance and responsiveness in gaming. It carries 0 kB of L3 cache, plus 4 MB of L2 cache and 0 kB of L1 cache per core. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 1,175, placing it in the Entry Level performance tier as a Legacy generation product.

Specification	Xeon 5130
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units	2C / 2T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost	2 GHz
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency	2 GHz
ArchitectureCPU microarchitecture design	Woodcrest (2006)
Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient	65 nm
L3 CacheShared cache — reduces memory latency for all cores	0 kB
L2 CachePer-core fast cache for frequently accessed data	4 MB
L1 CacheUltra-fast per-core cache	0 kB
Max TemperatureMaximum safe operating temperature (Tjmax)	65 °C
64-bit Support	Yes
Windows 11 Compatible	No
Core Voltage Range	B2=1V-1.5V
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score	1,175

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Memory & Platform

The Xeon 5130 fits into the LGA771 socket and supports PCIe 2.0. It supports DDR2 memory.

Specification	Xeon 5130
TypeDesktop or Laptop processor	server
SocketMotherboard socket required	LGA771
PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidth	PCIe 2.0
RAM TypeSupported memory standard	DDR2
Max CPUs in ConfigMulti-socket support for servers	1

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Power & Cooling

The Xeon 5130 has a rated TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 65 Watt — this indicates the amount of heat generated under sustained load and determines what cooling solution is needed.

Specification	Xeon 5130
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload	65 Watt
Max TemperatureMaximum safe junction temperature (Tjmax)	65 °C

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Value Analysis

At an average price of $10 (MSRP: $316), the Xeon 5130 delivers 118 PassMark points per dollar. It currently holds Rank #1005 in the overall cost-benefit ranking — this ranking factors in performance-per-dollar relative to all available processors. Performance ranking position: #3181 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Xeon 5130
MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price	$316
Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days	$10
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$16
Cost-Benefit RankPosition in overall value ranking	#1005
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#3181
Release DateLaunch date	Junho 2006 (19 years ago)
Release Year	2006
DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD)	Intel