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Overview

The Xeon X5260 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2015-01-01. Base frequency: 3.33 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB L2 Cache. Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: LGA771. Thermal design power (TDP): 80 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 1,278 points. Launch price was $800.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. The Xeon X5260 is positioned at rank #956 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 X5260

Xeon Platinum 8454H

MSRP: $6540|Avg: N/A

32523%

Xeon Gold 6240R

MSRP: $2444|Avg: N/A

6141%

#10

Xeon 6337P

MSRP: $60|Avg: $5

5456%

#15

EPYC 9174F

MSRP: $194|Avg: $30

4215%

#529

Xeon Max 9480

MSRP: $12980|Avg: $12980

100%

#530

Xeon E5-2689 v4

MSRP: $2723|Avg: $100

98%

#531

EPYC 7543

MSRP: $10257|Avg: $468

96%

#532

Xeon Platinum 8368Q

MSRP: $7719|Avg: $7719

95%

#533

Xeon Gold 6250

MSRP: $3400|Avg: $2000

95%

#534

Xeon E5-2699 v4

MSRP: $4115|Avg: $400

94%

#956

Xeon X5260

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#957

Xeon E5-4650 v2

MSRP: $1723|Avg: $48

99%

#958

Xeon E5-1620 v4

MSRP: $1166|Avg: $160

98%

#962

Xeon E5-2660

MSRP: $1329|Avg: $65

95%

#963

Xeon E5-2667 v3

MSRP: $2057|Avg: $150

95%

#965

Xeon E3110

MSRP: $214|Avg: $158

95%

#968

Xeon L3406

MSRP: $189|Avg: $30

91%

#969

Xeon E5-2687W v2

MSRP: $2112|Avg: $62

91%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Xeon X5260 across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Xeon X5260 specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Xeon X5260 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 1,278, placing it in the Entry Level performance tier as a Legacy generation product.

Specification	Xeon X5260
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency	3.33 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)	66 °C
64-bit Support	Yes
Windows 11 Compatible	No
Core Voltage Range	0.85V-1.35V
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score	1,278

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Memory & Platform

The Xeon X5260 fits into the LGA771 socket and supports PCIe 2.0.

Specification	Xeon X5260
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 X5260 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 X5260
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload	80 Watt
Max TemperatureMaximum safe junction temperature (Tjmax)	66 °C

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Value Analysis

It currently holds Rank #956 in the overall cost-benefit ranking — this ranking factors in performance-per-dollar relative to all available processors. Performance ranking position: #2901 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Xeon X5260
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$800
Cost-Benefit RankPosition in overall value ranking	#956
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#2901
Release DateLaunch date	2015-01-01
Release Year	2007
DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD)	Intel