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Overview

The Xeon L5240 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2015-01-01. Base frequency: 3 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB L2 Cache. Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: LGA771. Thermal design power (TDP): 40 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 1,337 points. Launch price was $800.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. The Xeon L5240 is positioned at rank #951 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 L5240

Xeon Platinum 8454H

MSRP: $6540|Avg: N/A

31065%

Xeon Gold 6240R

MSRP: $2444|Avg: N/A

5865%

#10

Xeon 6337P

MSRP: $60|Avg: $5

5211%

#15

EPYC 9174F

MSRP: $194|Avg: $30

4026%

#529

Xeon Max 9480

MSRP: $12980|Avg: $12980

96%

#530

Xeon E5-2689 v4

MSRP: $2723|Avg: $100

94%

#531

EPYC 7543

MSRP: $10257|Avg: $468

92%

#532

Xeon Platinum 8368Q

MSRP: $7719|Avg: $7719

90%

#951

Xeon L5240

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#953

Xeon E5-1620

MSRP: $885|Avg: $70

99%

#955

Xeon E5462

MSRP: $342|Avg: $45

97%

#958

Xeon E5-4650 v2

MSRP: $1723|Avg: $48

95%

#959

Xeon E5-1620 v4

MSRP: $1166|Avg: $160

94%

#963

Xeon E5-2660

MSRP: $1329|Avg: $65

91%

#964

Xeon E5-2667 v3

MSRP: $2057|Avg: $150

91%

#966

Xeon E3110

MSRP: $214|Avg: $158

90%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Xeon L5240 across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Xeon L5240 specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Xeon L5240 is a multi-core processor, manufactured on a 45 nm process node. It carries 6 MB L2 Cache of L3 cache. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 1,337, placing it in the Entry Level performance tier as a Legacy generation product.

Specification	Xeon L5240
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency	3 GHz
Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient	45 nm
L3 CacheShared cache — reduces memory latency for all cores	6 MB L2 Cache
Max TemperatureMaximum safe operating temperature (Tjmax)	56 °C
64-bit Support	Yes
Windows 11 Compatible	No
Core Voltage Range	0.85V-1.35V
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score	1,337

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Memory & Platform

The Xeon L5240 fits into the LGA771 socket and supports PCIe 2.0.

Specification	Xeon L5240
TypeDesktop or Laptop processor	server
SocketMotherboard socket required	LGA771
PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidth	PCIe 2.0

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Power & Cooling

The Xeon L5240 has a rated TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 40 Watt — this indicates the amount of heat generated under sustained load and determines what cooling solution is needed.

Specification	Xeon L5240
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload	40 Watt
Max TemperatureMaximum safe junction temperature (Tjmax)	56 °C

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Value Analysis

It currently holds Rank #951 in the overall cost-benefit ranking — this ranking factors in performance-per-dollar relative to all available processors. Performance ranking position: #2867 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Xeon L5240
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$800
Cost-Benefit RankPosition in overall value ranking	#951
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#2867
Release DateLaunch date	2015-01-01
Release Year	2008
DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD)	Intel