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Overview

The Xeon 5150 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 2.66 GHz, with boost up to 2.67 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: 1,555 points. Launch price was $16.

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FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Xeon 5150 across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Xeon 5150 specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Xeon 5150 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 2.67 GHz from a base frequency of 2.66 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 1,555, placing it in the Entry Level performance tier as a Legacy generation product.

Specification	Xeon 5150
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units	2C / 2T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost	2.67 GHz
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency	2.66 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	1,555

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Memory & Platform

The Xeon 5150 fits into the LGA771 socket and supports PCIe 2.0. It supports DDR2 memory.

Specification	Xeon 5150
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 5150 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 5150
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload	65 Watt
Max TemperatureMaximum safe junction temperature (Tjmax)	65 °C

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Value Analysis

Performance ranking position: #3133 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Xeon 5150
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$16
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#3133
Release DateLaunch date	Junho 2006 (19 years ago)
Release Year	2006
DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD)	Intel

Specifications Reference

Raw spec sheet for quick lookup. The analysis cards above explain what these fields mean in practice.

4 categories

General Information

6 specs

Type	server
Designer	Intel
Launch Price	$16
Release Date	Junho 2006 (19 years ago)
Architecture Codename	Woodcrest (2006)
Performance Ranking Position	3133

Technical Specifications

12 specs

Cores	2
Threads	2
L1 Cache	0 kB
L2 Cache	4 MB
L3 Cache	0 kB
Max Frequency	2.67 GHz
64-Bit Support	+
Base Frequency	2.66 GHz
Process Technology	65 nm
Allowed Core Voltage	B2=1.0V-1.5V, G0=.85V-1.5V
Max Core Temperature	65 °C
Windows 11 Compatible	-