Xeon E5-4610 v3
Intel
PassMark
7,229
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Overview
The Xeon E5-4610 v3 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2015-01-01. It is based on the Haswell-EP (2014−2015) architecture. It features 10 cores and 20 threads. Base frequency is 1.7 GHz, with boost up to 1.7 GHz. L3 cache: 25 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA2011. Thermal design power (TDP): 105 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 7,229 points. Launch price was $800.
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FPS Benchmarks
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ARC Raiders
Counter-Strike 2
Hogwarts Legacy
League of Legends
Left 4 Dead 2
Monster Hunter Wilds
Once Human
Palworld
Path of Exile 2
Roblox
Technical Analysis
Detailed breakdown of Xeon E5-4610 v3 specifications and capabilities.
Processing Power
The Xeon E5-4610 v3 is a 10-core / 20-thread processor based on the Haswell-EP (2014−2015) architecture, manufactured on a 22 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 1.7 GHz from a base frequency of 1.7 GHz— higher boost clocks directly translate to better single-threaded performance and responsiveness in gaming. It carries 25 MB (total) of L3 cache, plus 256K (per core) of L2 cache and 64K (per core) of L1 cache per core. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 7,229, placing it in the Entry Level performance tier as a Legacy generation product.
| Specification | Xeon E5-4610 v3 |
|---|---|
| Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units | 10C / 20T |
| Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost | 1.7 GHz |
| Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency | 1.7 GHz |
| ArchitectureCPU microarchitecture design | Haswell-EP (2014−2015) |
| Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient | 22 nm |
| L3 CacheShared cache — reduces memory latency for all cores | 25 MB (total) |
| L2 CachePer-core fast cache for frequently accessed data | 256K (per core) |
| L1 CacheUltra-fast per-core cache | 64K (per core) |
| Die SizePhysical silicon area of the processor | 356 mm2 |
| Transistor CountMore transistors = more capabilities | 2,600 million |
| Bus SpeedData bus frequency | 6.4 GT/s |
| 64-bit Support | Yes |
| Windows 11 Compatible | No |
| PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score | 7,229 |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon E5-4610 v3 fits into the LGA2011 socket and supports PCIe 3.0. It supports DDR4 memory.
| Specification | Xeon E5-4610 v3 |
|---|---|
| TypeDesktop or Laptop processor | server |
| SocketMotherboard socket required | LGA2011 |
| PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidth | PCIe 3.0 |
| RAM TypeSupported memory standard | DDR4 |
| Max CPUs in ConfigMulti-socket support for servers | 4 |
Power & Cooling
The Xeon E5-4610 v3 has a rated TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 105 Watt — this indicates the amount of heat generated under sustained load and determines what cooling solution is needed.
| Specification | Xeon E5-4610 v3 |
|---|---|
| TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload | 105 Watt |
Value Analysis
Performance ranking position: #1550 out of all indexed processors.
| Specification | Xeon E5-4610 v3 |
|---|---|
| Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch | $800 |
| Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking | #1550 |
| Release DateLaunch date | 2015-01-01 |
| 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.
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General Information
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General Information
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| Type | server |
| Designer | Intel |
| Launch Price | $800 |
| Manufacturer | Intel |
| Release Date | 2015-01-01 |
| Architecture Codename | Haswell-EP (2014−2015) |
| Performance Ranking Position | 1550 |
Technical Specifications
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Technical Specifications
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| Cores | 10 |
| Threads | 20 |
| Die Size | 356 mm2 |
| L1 Cache | 64K (per core) |
| L2 Cache | 256K (per core) |
| L3 Cache | 25 MB (total) |
| Bus Speed | 6.4 GT/s |
| Max Frequency | 1.7 GHz |
| 64-Bit Support | + |
| Base Frequency | 1.7 GHz |
| Transistor Count | 2,600 million |
| Process Technology | 22 nm |
| Windows 11 Compatible | - |
| Max Case Temperature (TCase) | 78 °C |
Compatibility
4 specs
Compatibility
4 specs
| Socket | LGA2011 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 |
| Power Consumption (TDP) | 105 Watt |
| Max Processors In Config | 4 |
Memory
5 specs
Memory
5 specs
| RAM Types | DDR4 |
| Memory Channels | 4 |
| Memory Bandwidth | 68 GB/s |
| ECC Memory Support | + |
| Max Memory Capacity | 768 GB |
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