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Overview

The Xeon E3-1505L v5 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 27 October 2015 (10 years ago). It is based on the Skylake-H (2015−2016) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 2 GHz, with boost up to 2.8 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1440. Thermal design power (TDP): 25 Watt. Memory support: LPDDR3-1866. Passmark benchmark score: 5,083 points. Launch price was $433.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. The Xeon E3-1505L v5 is positioned at rank #549 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 E3-1505L v5

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8176%

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1544%

#10

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1371%

#15

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1059%

#333

Xeon Gold 5317

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99%

#334

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99%

#335

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98%

#336

Xeon Gold 6421N

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98%

#337

EPYC 7F72

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98%

#338

Xeon W-2265

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97%

#339

Xeon w7-3555

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97%

#340

Xeon w7-3445

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97%

#341

EPYC 9275F

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97%

#549

Xeon E3-1505L v5

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#551

Xeon W-2102

MSRP: $202|Avg: $286

99%

#553

Xeon E3-1265L v2

MSRP: $265|Avg: N/A

99%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Xeon E3-1505L v5 across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Xeon E3-1505L v5 specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Xeon E3-1505L v5 is a 4-core / 8-thread processor based on the Skylake-H (2015−2016) architecture, manufactured on a 14 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 2.8 GHz from a base frequency of 2 GHz— higher boost clocks directly translate to better single-threaded performance and responsiveness in gaming. It carries 8 MB (total) of L3 cache, plus 256 kB (per core) of L2 cache and 64 kB (per core) of L1 cache per core. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 5,083, placing it in the Entry Level performance tier as a Legacy generation product.

Specification	Xeon E3-1505L v5
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units	4C / 8T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost	2.8 GHz
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency	2 GHz
ArchitectureCPU microarchitecture design	Skylake-H (2015−2016)
Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient	14 nm
L3 CacheShared cache — reduces memory latency for all cores	8 MB (total)
L2 CachePer-core fast cache for frequently accessed data	256 kB (per core)
L1 CacheUltra-fast per-core cache	64 kB (per core)
Die SizePhysical silicon area of the processor	122 mm2
Transistor CountMore transistors = more capabilities	2,300 million
Bus SpeedData bus frequency	4 × 8 GT/s
64-bit Support	Yes
Windows 11 Compatible	No
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score	5,083

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Memory & Platform

The Xeon E3-1505L v5 fits into the BGA1440 socket and supports PCIe 3.0. It supports LPDDR3-1866 memory.

Specification	Xeon E3-1505L v5
TypeDesktop or Laptop processor	server
SeriesProduct family	Intel Xeon E3
SocketMotherboard socket required	BGA1440
PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidth	PCIe 3.0
RAM TypeSupported memory standard	LPDDR3-1866
Max CPUs in ConfigMulti-socket support for servers	1 (Uniprocessor)

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Power & Cooling

The Xeon E3-1505L v5 has a rated TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 25 Watt — this indicates the amount of heat generated under sustained load and determines what cooling solution is needed.

Specification	Xeon E3-1505L v5
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload	25 Watt

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Value Analysis

It currently holds Rank #549 in the overall cost-benefit ranking — this ranking factors in performance-per-dollar relative to all available processors. Performance ranking position: #1866 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Xeon E3-1505L v5
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$433
Cost-Benefit RankPosition in overall value ranking	#549
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#1866
Release DateLaunch date	27 October 2015 (10 years ago)
Release Year	2015
DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD)	Intel
ManufacturerFabrication foundry (e.g. TSMC)	Intel