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Overview

The Xeon E5-2450 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 14 May 2012 (13 years ago). It is based on the Sandy Bridge-EN (2012) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 2.1 GHz, with boost up to 2.9 GHz. L3 cache: 20480 kB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1356. Thermal design power (TDP): 95 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 7,534 points. Launch price was $500.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. The Xeon E5-2450 is positioned at rank #839 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.

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Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Xeon E5-2450 across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Xeon E5-2450 specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Xeon E5-2450 is a 8-core / 16-thread processor based on the Sandy Bridge-EN (2012) architecture, manufactured on a 32 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 2.9 GHz from a base frequency of 2.1 GHz— higher boost clocks directly translate to better single-threaded performance and responsiveness in gaming. With a massive 20480 kB (total) L3 cache (3D V-Cache technology), this processor has a significant gaming advantage — the large cache drastically reduces memory latency in game engines., 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 7,534, placing it in the Entry Level performance tier as a Legacy generation product.

Specification	Xeon E5-2450
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units	8C / 16T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost	2.9 GHz
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency	2.1 GHz
ArchitectureCPU microarchitecture design	Sandy Bridge-EN (2012)
Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient	32 nm
L3 CacheShared cache — reduces memory latency for all cores	20480 kB (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	294 mm2
Transistor CountMore transistors = more capabilities	1,270 million
Bus SpeedData bus frequency	8 GT/s
64-bit Support	Yes
Windows 11 Compatible	No
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score	7,534

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Memory & Platform

The Xeon E5-2450 fits into the LGA1356 socket and supports PCIe 2.0. It supports DDR3 memory.

Specification	Xeon E5-2450
TypeDesktop or Laptop processor	server
SocketMotherboard socket required	LGA1356
PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidth	PCIe 2.0
RAM TypeSupported memory standard	DDR3
Max CPUs in ConfigMulti-socket support for servers	2

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Power & Cooling

The Xeon E5-2450 has a rated TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 95 Watt — this indicates the amount of heat generated under sustained load and determines what cooling solution is needed.

Specification	Xeon E5-2450
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload	95 Watt

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Value Analysis

At an average price of $795 (MSRP: $694), the Xeon E5-2450 delivers 9 PassMark points per dollar. It currently holds Rank #839 in the overall cost-benefit ranking — this ranking factors in performance-per-dollar relative to all available processors. Performance ranking position: #1505 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Xeon E5-2450
MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price	$694
Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days	$795
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$500
Cost-Benefit RankPosition in overall value ranking	#839
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#1505
Release DateLaunch date	14 May 2012 (13 years ago)
Release Year	2012
DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD)	Intel
ManufacturerFabrication foundry (e.g. TSMC)	Intel