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Overview

The Xeon 5140 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 2.33 GHz, with boost up to 2.33 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: 1,235 points. Launch price was $15.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. The Xeon 5140 is positioned at rank #961 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 5140

Xeon Platinum 8454H

MSRP: $6540|Avg: N/A

33628%

Xeon Gold 6240R

MSRP: $2444|Avg: N/A

6349%

#10

Xeon 6337P

MSRP: $60|Avg: $5

5641%

#15

EPYC 9174F

MSRP: $194|Avg: $30

4358%

#531

EPYC 7543

MSRP: $10257|Avg: $468

99%

#532

Xeon Platinum 8368Q

MSRP: $7719|Avg: $7719

98%

#533

Xeon Gold 6250

MSRP: $3400|Avg: $2000

98%

#534

Xeon E5-2699 v4

MSRP: $4115|Avg: $400

97%

#535

Xeon W-3245M

MSRP: $5002|Avg: $5002

92%

#961

Xeon 5140

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#963

Xeon E5-2660

MSRP: $1329|Avg: $65

98%

#964

Xeon E5-2667 v3

MSRP: $2057|Avg: $150

98%

#966

Xeon E3110

MSRP: $214|Avg: $158

98%

#969

Xeon L3406

MSRP: $189|Avg: $30

94%

#970

Xeon E5-2687W v2

MSRP: $2112|Avg: $62

94%

#972

Xeon L5430

MSRP: $390|Avg: $380

94%

#973

Xeon E5-2470

MSRP: $1440|Avg: $125

94%

#974

Xeon E5-2670

MSRP: $1552|Avg: $60

93%

#976

Xeon X3470

MSRP: $589|Avg: $16

92%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Xeon 5140 across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Xeon 5140 specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Xeon 5140 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 2.33 GHz from a base frequency of 2.33 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 1,235, placing it in the Entry Level performance tier as a Legacy generation product.

Specification	Xeon 5140
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units	2C / 2T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost	2.33 GHz
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency	2.33 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=1.0V-1.5V, G0=.85V-1.5V
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score	1,235

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Memory & Platform

The Xeon 5140 fits into the LGA771 socket and supports PCIe 2.0. It supports DDR2 memory.

Specification	Xeon 5140
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 5140 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 5140
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload	65 Watt
Max TemperatureMaximum safe junction temperature (Tjmax)	65 °C

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Value Analysis

It currently holds Rank #961 in the overall cost-benefit ranking — this ranking factors in performance-per-dollar relative to all available processors. Performance ranking position: #3147 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Xeon 5140
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$15
Cost-Benefit RankPosition in overall value ranking	#961
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#3147
Release DateLaunch date	Junho 2006 (19 years ago)
Release Year	2006
DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD)	Intel