Xeon E7330
Intel
PassMark
6,491
MSRP
$64
AVG Price
$60
Performance Spectrum - CPU
About PassMark
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Overview
The Xeon E7330 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2015-01-01. Base frequency: 2.4 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB L2 Cache. Built on 65 nm process technology. Socket: PGA604. Thermal design power (TDP): 80 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 6,491 points. Launch price was $800.
Value Upgrade Path
This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. The Xeon E7330 is positioned at rank #86 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Balanced cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Xeon E7330
FPS Benchmarks
Predicted performance for Xeon E7330 across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.
Path of Exile 2
Counter-Strike 2
League of Legends
Valorant
Technical Analysis
Detailed breakdown of Xeon E7330 specifications and capabilities.
Processing Power
The Xeon E7330 is a multi-core processor, manufactured on a 65 nm process node. It carries 6 MB L2 Cache of L3 cache. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 6,491, placing it in the Entry Level performance tier as a Legacy generation product.
| Specification | Xeon E7330 |
|---|---|
| Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency | 2.4 GHz |
| Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient | 65 nm |
| L3 CacheShared cache — reduces memory latency for all cores | 6 MB L2 Cache |
| Max TemperatureMaximum safe operating temperature (Tjmax) | 66 °C |
| 64-bit Support | Yes |
| Windows 11 Compatible | No |
| Core Voltage Range | 1.0V-1.5V |
| PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score | 6,491 |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon E7330 fits into the PGA604 socket and supports PCIe 2.0.
| Specification | Xeon E7330 |
|---|---|
| TypeDesktop or Laptop processor | server |
| SocketMotherboard socket required | PGA604 |
| PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidth | PCIe 2.0 |
Power & Cooling
The Xeon E7330 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 E7330 |
|---|---|
| TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload | 80 Watt |
| Max TemperatureMaximum safe junction temperature (Tjmax) | 66 °C |
Value Analysis
At an average price of $60 (MSRP: $64), the Xeon E7330 delivers 108 PassMark points per dollar. It currently holds Rank #86 in the overall cost-benefit ranking — this ranking factors in performance-per-dollar relative to all available processors. Performance ranking position: #1656 out of all indexed processors.
| Specification | Xeon E7330 |
|---|---|
| MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price | $64 |
| Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days | $60 |
| Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch | $800 |
| Cost-Benefit RankPosition in overall value ranking | #86 |
| Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking | #1656 |
| Release DateLaunch date | 2015-01-01 |
| Release Year | 2007 |
| DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD) | Intel |
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