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Overview

The Xeon E5345 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 14 November 2006 (19 years ago). It is based on the Clovertown (2006−2007) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.33 GHz, with boost up to 0.33 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB L2 Cache. L2 cache: 4 MB (total). Built on 65 nm process technology. Socket: LGA771. Thermal design power (TDP): 80 Watt. Memory support: DDR2, DDR3 Depends on motherboard. Passmark benchmark score: 1,868 points. Launch price was $851.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. The Xeon E5345 is positioned at rank #887 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 E5345

Xeon Platinum 8454H

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22251%

Xeon Gold 6240R

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4201%

#10

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3733%

#15

EPYC 9174F

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2884%

#498

Xeon E5-1681 V3

MSRP: $1589|Avg: $200

100%

#499

Xeon W-3275

MSRP: $4449|Avg: $1550

99%

#500

Xeon Gold 6138

MSRP: $2612|Avg: $300

99%

#501

Xeon E5-2690 v4

MSRP: $2090|Avg: $389

99%

#502

Xeon Platinum 8362

MSRP: $6236|Avg: $5740

98%

#503

Xeon W-3275M

MSRP: $4449|Avg: $4449

97%

#504

Xeon E5-2660 v3

MSRP: $1445|Avg: $150

97%

#505

Xeon E5-2679 v4

MSRP: $2702|Avg: $500

96%

#887

Xeon E5345

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#893

Xeon E5502

MSRP: $188|Avg: $39

98%

#898

Xeon W-2225

MSRP: $1166|Avg: $150

96%

#900

Xeon E5-2650L v3

MSRP: $1329|Avg: N/A

96%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Xeon E5345 across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Xeon E5345 specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Xeon E5345 is a 4-core / 4-thread processor based on the Clovertown (2006−2007) architecture, manufactured on a 65 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 0.33 GHz from a base frequency of 2.33 GHz— higher boost clocks directly translate to better single-threaded performance and responsiveness in gaming. It carries 8 MB L2 Cache of L3 cache, plus 4 MB (total) of L2 cache and 64 kB (per core) of L1 cache per core. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 1,868, placing it in the Entry Level performance tier as a Legacy generation product.

Specification	Xeon E5345
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units	4C / 4T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost	0.33 GHz
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency	2.33 GHz
ArchitectureCPU microarchitecture design	Clovertown (2006−2007)
Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient	65 nm
L3 CacheShared cache — reduces memory latency for all cores	8 MB L2 Cache
L2 CachePer-core fast cache for frequently accessed data	4 MB (total)
L1 CacheUltra-fast per-core cache	64 kB (per core)
Die SizePhysical silicon area of the processor	2x 143 mm2
Transistor CountMore transistors = more capabilities	582 million
64-bit Support	Yes
Core Voltage Range	1V-1.5V
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score	1,868

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Memory & Platform

The Xeon E5345 fits into the LGA771 socket and supports PCIe 2.0. It supports DDR2, DDR3 Depends on motherboard memory.

Specification	Xeon E5345
TypeDesktop or Laptop processor	server
SocketMotherboard socket required	LGA771
PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidth	PCIe 2.0
RAM TypeSupported memory standard	DDR2, DDR3 Depends on motherboard
Max CPUs in ConfigMulti-socket support for servers	2

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Power & Cooling

The Xeon E5345 has a rated TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 80 Watt — this indicates the amount of heat generated under sustained load and determines what cooling solution is needed.

Specification	Xeon E5345
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload	80 Watt

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Value Analysis

It currently holds Rank #887 in the overall cost-benefit ranking — this ranking factors in performance-per-dollar relative to all available processors. Performance ranking position: #2645 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Xeon E5345
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$851
Cost-Benefit RankPosition in overall value ranking	#887
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#2645
Release DateLaunch date	14 November 2006 (19 years ago)
Release Year	2006
DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD)	Intel