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Overview

The Xeon E3-1505M 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 2.8 GHz, with boost up to 3.7 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1440. Thermal design power (TDP): 45 Watt. Memory support: DDR3, DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 6,995 points. Launch price was $434.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. 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 E3-1505M v5

#148

Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 370

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108%

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107%

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106%

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106%

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Pentium Dual Core T2370

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105%

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Core M-5Y31

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104%

#154

FX-8800P

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104%

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103%

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103%

#157

Pentium J2900

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103%

#158

A9-9410

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102%

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101%

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Ryzen AI Max PRO 380

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101%

#161

Ryzen 7 7840U

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101%

#162

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101%

#163

Xeon E3-1505M v5

MSRP: $115|Avg: $115

100%

#164

Processor N95

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98%

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E-300

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97%

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95%

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94%

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94%

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Ryzen 7 6800U

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94%

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FX-7600P

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93%

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93%

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93%

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93%

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92%

#175

Core Ultra 7 256V

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92%

#176

Core i7-12700H

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91%

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FX-9800P

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90%

#178

Core i9-12900HX

MSRP: $606|Avg: N/A

90%

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FPS Benchmarks

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

Technical Analysis

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

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Processing Power

The Xeon E3-1505M 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 3.7 GHz from a base frequency of 2.8 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 6,995, placing it in the Entry Level performance tier as a Legacy generation product.

Specification	Xeon E3-1505M v5
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units	4C / 8T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost	3.7 GHz
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency	2.8 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
Max TemperatureMaximum safe operating temperature (Tjmax)	100 °C
64-bit Support	Yes
Windows 11 Compatible	No
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score	6,995

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Memory & Platform

The Xeon E3-1505M v5 fits into the BGA1440 socket and supports PCIe 3.0. It supports DDR3, DDR4 memory.

Specification	Xeon E3-1505M v5
TypeDesktop or Laptop processor	Mobile Workstation
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	DDR3, DDR4
Max CPUs in ConfigMulti-socket support for servers	1 (Uniprocessor)

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Power & Cooling

The Xeon E3-1505M v5 has a rated TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 45 Watt — this indicates the amount of heat generated under sustained load and determines what cooling solution is needed.

Specification	Xeon E3-1505M v5
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload	45 Watt
Max TemperatureMaximum safe junction temperature (Tjmax)	100 °C

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Value Analysis

At an average price of $115, the Xeon E3-1505M v5 delivers 61 PassMark points per dollar. Performance ranking position: #1584 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Xeon E3-1505M v5
MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price	$115
Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days	$115
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$434
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#1584
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

Specifications Reference

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

4 categories

General Information

8 specs

Type	Mobile Workstation
Series	Intel Xeon E3
Designer	Intel
Launch Price	$434
Manufacturer	Intel
Release Date	27 October 2015 (10 years ago)
Architecture Codename	Skylake-H (2015−2016)
Performance Ranking Position	1584

Technical Specifications

16 specs

Cores	4
Threads	8
Bus Type	DMI 3.0
Die Size	122 mm2
L1 Cache	64 kB (per core)
L2 Cache	256 kB (per core)
L3 Cache	8 MB (total)
Bus Speed	4 × 8 GT/s
Multiplier	28
Max Frequency	3.7 GHz
64-Bit Support	+
Base Frequency	2.8 GHz
Transistor Count	2,300 million
Process Technology	14 nm
Max Core Temperature	100 °C
Windows 11 Compatible	-