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Overview

The Xeon E5430 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 11 November 2007 (18 years ago). It is based on the Harpertown (2007−2008) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.66 GHz, with boost up to 0.67 GHz. L3 cache: 12 MB L2 Cache. L2 cache: 6 MB (total). Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: LGA771. Thermal design power (TDP): 80 Watt. Memory support: DDR2, DDR3 Depends on motherboard. Passmark benchmark score: 2,256 points. Launch price was $455.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. The Xeon E5430 is positioned at rank #833 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 E5430

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18424%

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3479%

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#15

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#472

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#473

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98%

#474

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97%

#475

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96%

#476

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95%

#477

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95%

#478

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95%

#833

Xeon E5430

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#836

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98%

#838

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96%

#840

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96%

#841

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96%

#842

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96%

#843

Xeon E-2124G

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96%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Xeon E5430 across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Xeon E5430 specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Xeon E5430 is a 4-core / 4-thread processor based on the Harpertown (2007−2008) architecture, manufactured on a 45 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 0.67 GHz from a base frequency of 2.66 GHz— higher boost clocks directly translate to better single-threaded performance and responsiveness in gaming. With a massive 12 MB L2 Cache L3 cache (3D V-Cache technology), this processor has a significant gaming advantage — the large cache drastically reduces memory latency in game engines., plus 6 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 2,256, placing it in the Entry Level performance tier as a Legacy generation product.

Specification	Xeon E5430
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units	4C / 4T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost	0.67 GHz
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency	2.66 GHz
ArchitectureCPU microarchitecture design	Harpertown (2007−2008)
Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient	45 nm
L3 CacheShared cache — reduces memory latency for all cores	12 MB L2 Cache
L2 CachePer-core fast cache for frequently accessed data	6 MB (total)
L1 CacheUltra-fast per-core cache	64 kB (per core)
Die SizePhysical silicon area of the processor	2x 107 mm2
Transistor CountMore transistors = more capabilities	820 million
64-bit Support	Yes
Windows 11 Compatible	No
Core Voltage Range	0.85V-1.35V
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score	2,256

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Memory & Platform

The Xeon E5430 fits into the LGA771 socket and supports PCIe 2.0. It supports DDR2, DDR3 Depends on motherboard memory.

Specification	Xeon E5430
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 E5430 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 E5430
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload	80 Watt

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Value Analysis

It currently holds Rank #833 in the overall cost-benefit ranking — this ranking factors in performance-per-dollar relative to all available processors. Performance ranking position: #2484 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Xeon E5430
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$455
Cost-Benefit RankPosition in overall value ranking	#833
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#2484
Release DateLaunch date	11 November 2007 (18 years ago)
Release Year	2007
DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD)	Intel
ManufacturerFabrication foundry (e.g. TSMC)	Intel