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Overview

The Xeon X3330 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2015-01-01. Base frequency: 2.66 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB L2 Cache. Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: LGA775. Thermal design power (TDP): 95 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 2,102 points. Launch price was $800.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. The Xeon X3330 is positioned at rank #854 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 X3330

Xeon Platinum 8454H

MSRP: $6540|Avg: N/A

19774%

Xeon Gold 6240R

MSRP: $2444|Avg: N/A

3733%

#10

Xeon 6337P

MSRP: $60|Avg: $5

3317%

#15

EPYC 9174F

MSRP: $194|Avg: $30

2563%

#482

Xeon 6724P

MSRP: $3622|Avg: $3622

100%

#483

EPYC 9634

MSRP: $10304|Avg: $3949

100%

#484

EPYC 7773X

MSRP: $8800|Avg: $8800

99%

#485

Xeon Gold 6258R

MSRP: $3950|Avg: $1400

97%

#486

EPYC 9175F

MSRP: $4256|Avg: $3703

97%

#488

EPYC 9534

MSRP: $8803|Avg: $2999

96%

#854

Xeon X3330

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#856

Xeon 5120

MSRP: $107|Avg: $15

99%

#858

Xeon W3530

MSRP: $294|Avg: $10

99%

#860

Xeon W3520

MSRP: $284|Avg: $15

98%

#861

Xeon E3-1271 v3

MSRP: $727|Avg: $831

98%

#862

Xeon E5603

MSRP: $188|Avg: N/A

98%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Xeon X3330 specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Xeon X3330 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 2,102, placing it in the Entry Level performance tier as a Legacy generation product.

Specification	Xeon X3330
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency	2.66 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)	71 °C
64-bit Support	Yes
Windows 11 Compatible	No
Core Voltage Range	0.85V-13625V
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score	2,102

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Memory & Platform

The Xeon X3330 fits into the LGA775 socket and supports PCIe 2.0.

Specification	Xeon X3330
TypeDesktop or Laptop processor	server
SocketMotherboard socket required	LGA775
PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidth	PCIe 2.0

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Power & Cooling

The Xeon X3330 has a rated TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 95 Watt — this indicates the amount of heat generated under sustained load and determines what cooling solution is needed.

Specification	Xeon X3330
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload	95 Watt
Max TemperatureMaximum safe junction temperature (Tjmax)	71 °C

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Value Analysis

It currently holds Rank #854 in the overall cost-benefit ranking — this ranking factors in performance-per-dollar relative to all available processors. Performance ranking position: #2542 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Xeon X3330
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$800
Cost-Benefit RankPosition in overall value ranking	#854
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#2542
Release DateLaunch date	2015-01-01
Release Year	2008
DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD)	Intel