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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.

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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

Performance ranking position: #2901 out of all indexed processors.

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

Specifications Reference

Raw spec sheet for quick lookup. The analysis cards above explain what these fields mean in practice.

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General Information

5 specs

Type	server
Designer	Intel
Launch Price	$800
Release Date	2015-01-01
Performance Ranking Position	2901

Technical Specifications

7 specs

L3 Cache	6 MB L2 Cache
64-Bit Support	+
Base Frequency	3.33 GHz
Process Technology	45 nm
Allowed Core Voltage	0.85V-1.35V
Max Core Temperature	66 °C
Windows 11 Compatible	-