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Overview

The Xeon 5148 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. Max frequency: 2.33 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 4 MB. Built on 65 nm process technology. Socket: LGA771. Thermal design power (TDP): 40 Watt. Memory support: DDR2. Passmark benchmark score: 1,315 points. Launch price was $9.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. The Xeon 5148 is positioned at rank #954 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 5148

Xeon Platinum 8454H

MSRP: $6540|Avg: N/A

31584%

Xeon Gold 6240R

MSRP: $2444|Avg: N/A

5963%

#10

Xeon 6337P

MSRP: $60|Avg: $5

5298%

#15

EPYC 9174F

MSRP: $194|Avg: $30

4093%

#529

Xeon Max 9480

MSRP: $12980|Avg: $12980

97%

#530

Xeon E5-2689 v4

MSRP: $2723|Avg: $100

95%

#531

EPYC 7543

MSRP: $10257|Avg: $468

93%

#532

Xeon Platinum 8368Q

MSRP: $7719|Avg: $7719

92%

#533

Xeon Gold 6250

MSRP: $3400|Avg: $2000

92%

#534

Xeon E5-2699 v4

MSRP: $4115|Avg: $400

91%

#954

Xeon 5148

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#955

Xeon E5462

MSRP: $342|Avg: $45

98%

#958

Xeon E5-4650 v2

MSRP: $1723|Avg: $48

97%

#959

Xeon E5-1620 v4

MSRP: $1166|Avg: $160

96%

#963

Xeon E5-2660

MSRP: $1329|Avg: $65

92%

#964

Xeon E5-2667 v3

MSRP: $2057|Avg: $150

92%

#966

Xeon E3110

MSRP: $214|Avg: $158

92%

#969

Xeon L3406

MSRP: $189|Avg: $30

89%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Xeon 5148 specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Xeon 5148 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— 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 1,315, placing it in the Entry Level performance tier as a Legacy generation product.

Specification	Xeon 5148
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units	2C / 2T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost	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
64-bit Support	Yes
Windows 11 Compatible	No
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score	1,315

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Memory & Platform

The Xeon 5148 fits into the LGA771 socket and supports PCIe 2.0. It supports DDR2 memory.

Specification	Xeon 5148
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 5148 has a rated TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 40 Watt — this indicates the amount of heat generated under sustained load and determines what cooling solution is needed.

Specification	Xeon 5148
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload	40 Watt

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Value Analysis

It currently holds Rank #954 in the overall cost-benefit ranking — this ranking factors in performance-per-dollar relative to all available processors. Performance ranking position: #3111 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Xeon 5148
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$9
Cost-Benefit RankPosition in overall value ranking	#954
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#3111
Release DateLaunch date	Junho 2006 (19 years ago)
Release Year	2006
DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD)	Intel