Xeon E7450
Intel
PassMark
9,932
MSRP
$417
AVG Price
$80
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Overview
The Xeon E7450 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2015-01-01. Base frequency: 2.4 GHz. L3 cache: 12 MB L3 Cache. Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: PGA604. Thermal design power (TDP): 90 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 9,932 points. Launch price was $800.
Value Upgrade Path
This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. The Xeon E7450 is positioned at rank #573 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower 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 E7450
FPS Benchmarks
Predicted performance for Xeon E7450 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 E7450 specifications and capabilities.
Processing Power
The Xeon E7450 is a multi-core processor, manufactured on a 45 nm process node. With a massive 12 MB L3 Cache L3 cache (3D V-Cache technology), this processor has a significant gaming advantage — the large cache drastically reduces memory latency in game engines.. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 9,932, placing it in the Budget performance tier as a Legacy generation product.
| Specification | Xeon E7450 |
|---|---|
| Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency | 2.4 GHz |
| Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient | 45 nm |
| L3 CacheShared cache — reduces memory latency for all cores | 12 MB L3 Cache |
| Max TemperatureMaximum safe operating temperature (Tjmax) | 68 °C |
| 64-bit Support | Yes |
| Windows 11 Compatible | No |
| Core Voltage Range | 0.9V-1.45V |
| PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score | 9,932 |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon E7450 fits into the PGA604 socket and supports PCIe 2.0.
| Specification | Xeon E7450 |
|---|---|
| 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 E7450 has a rated TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 90 Watt — this indicates the amount of heat generated under sustained load and determines what cooling solution is needed.
| Specification | Xeon E7450 |
|---|---|
| TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload | 90 Watt |
| Max TemperatureMaximum safe junction temperature (Tjmax) | 68 °C |
Value Analysis
At an average price of $80 (MSRP: $417), the Xeon E7450 delivers 124 PassMark points per dollar. It currently holds Rank #573 in the overall cost-benefit ranking — this ranking factors in performance-per-dollar relative to all available processors. Performance ranking position: #1312 out of all indexed processors.
| Specification | Xeon E7450 |
|---|---|
| MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price | $417 |
| Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days | $80 |
| Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch | $800 |
| Cost-Benefit RankPosition in overall value ranking | #573 |
| Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking | #1312 |
| Release DateLaunch date | 2015-01-01 |
| Release Year | 2008 |
| DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD) | Intel |
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