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Overview

The Xeon E3-1505L v6 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 3 January 2017 (8 years ago). It is based on the Kaby Lake (2016−2019) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Max frequency: 2.2 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB. L2 cache: 1 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Thermal design power (TDP): 25 Watt. Memory support: DDR3L-1600. Passmark benchmark score: 5,882 points. Launch price was $433.

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FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Xeon E3-1505L v6 across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Xeon E3-1505L v6 specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Xeon E3-1505L v6 is a 4-core / 8-thread processor based on the Kaby Lake (2016−2019) architecture, manufactured on a 14 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 2.2 GHz— higher boost clocks directly translate to better single-threaded performance and responsiveness in gaming. It carries 8 MB of L3 cache, plus 1 MB of L2 cache and 256 kB of L1 cache per core. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 5,882, placing it in the Entry Level performance tier as a Legacy generation product.

Specification	Xeon E3-1505L v6
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units	4C / 8T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost	2.2 GHz
ArchitectureCPU microarchitecture design	Kaby Lake (2016−2019)
Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient	14 nm
L3 CacheShared cache — reduces memory latency for all cores	8 MB
L2 CachePer-core fast cache for frequently accessed data	1 MB
L1 CacheUltra-fast per-core cache	256 kB
Bus SpeedData bus frequency	8 GT/s
64-bit Support	Yes
Windows 11 Compatible	No
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score	5,882

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Memory & Platform

It supports DDR3L-1600 memory.

Specification	Xeon E3-1505L v6
TypeDesktop or Laptop processor	server
SeriesProduct family	Intel Xeon E3
PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidth	PCIe 3.0
RAM TypeSupported memory standard	DDR3L-1600
Max CPUs in ConfigMulti-socket support for servers	1 (Uniprocessor)

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Power & Cooling

The Xeon E3-1505L v6 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 v6
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload	25 Watt

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Value Analysis

Performance ranking position: #1734 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Xeon E3-1505L v6
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$433
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#1734
Release DateLaunch date	3 January 2017 (8 years ago)
Release Year	2017
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.

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General Information

7 specs

Type	server
Series	Intel Xeon E3
Designer	Intel
Launch Price	$433
Release Date	3 January 2017 (8 years ago)
Architecture Codename	Kaby Lake (2016−2019)
Performance Ranking Position	1734

Technical Specifications

12 specs

Cores	4
Threads	8
Bus Type	DMI 3.0
L1 Cache	256 kB
L2 Cache	1 MB
L3 Cache	8 MB
Bus Speed	8 GT/s
Multiplier	22
Max Frequency	2.2 GHz
64-Bit Support	+
Process Technology	14 nm
Windows 11 Compatible	-