Xeon 5150

Details and Benchmarks for Intel Xeon 5150

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Benchmark Results

Combined benchmark scores based on multiple data points, giving a quick overview of this processor's performance.

Overall Score

Overall score for Xeon 5150 based on all benchmark results gathered. Look at this like a meta score, you will find more specific workload ratings below.

4,190 Rank: 1689
Rank Name Score Visual
1685 Celeron B800 4,195
+0.1%
1686 Core 2 Duo E8200 4,194
+0.1%
1687 Core 2 Quad Q8300 4,194
+0.1%
1688 Phenom II N830 4,191
+0%
1689 Xeon 5150 4,190
1690 Phenom II X4 910 4,190
+0%
1691 Pentium P6200 4,189
+-0%
1692 Phenom II P940 4,189
+-0%
1693 Core 2 Duo E7500 4,188
+-0%
1694 A4-3300 4,188
+-0%

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Multicore Score

Multicore performance score for Xeon 5150 based on multi-threaded benchmark results.

4,306 Rank: 1741
Rank Name Score Visual
1737 Core i7-3517U 4,307
+0%
1738 Xeon L5420 4,307
+0%
1739 Core 2 Duo T9600 4,307
+0%
1740 Pentium E5500 4,306
+0%
1741 Xeon 5150 4,306
1742 Atom x7-Z8750 4,305
+-0%
1743 Athlon II X2 B24 4,305
+-0%
1744 Core 2 Duo E8300 4,305
+-0%
1745 A6-9220 4,305
+-0%
1746 Atom Z3775 4,304
+-0%

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Singlecore Score

Single-core performance score for Xeon 5150 based on single-threaded benchmark results.

4,113 Rank: 1668
Rank Name Score Visual
1664 Pentium 2117U 4,117
+0.1%
1665 Intel Core i5-460M 4,113
+0%
1666 Celeron 2950M 4,113
+0%
1667 Core i3-380M 4,113
+0%
1668 Xeon 5150 4,113
1669 A6-5350M 4,113
+0%
1670 Core 2 Duo T8300 4,110
-0.1%
1671 Pentium 3550M 4,109
-0.1%
1672 Core 2 Duo E7200 4,108
-0.1%
1673 Pentium P6200 4,107
-0.1%

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Workload Scores

Performance scores grouped by workload type, normalized and aggregated from multiple raw benchmark results.

Number Crunching

Aggregated score for Xeon 5150 based on integer math, floating point math, and prime number computation benchmarks.

4,482 Rank: 1661
Rank Name Score Visual
1657 A4-3400 4,482
+0%
1658 Celeron E3400 4,482
+0%
1659 E2-9000 4,482
+0%
1660 A6-4455M 4,482
+0%
1661 Xeon 5150 4,482
1662 A4-3420 4,482
+0%
1663 Athlon II X2 235e 4,482
+0%
1664 Pentium 987 4,481
+-0%
1665 Core i3-2357M 4,481
+-0%
1666 Athlon II X2 215 4,481
+-0%

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Data Processing

Aggregated score for Xeon 5150 based on data encryption, data compression, and string sorting benchmarks.

4,455 Rank: 1634
Rank Name Score Visual
1630 Sempron 3850 4,456
+0%
1631 Pentium B950 4,455
+0%
1632 A9-9400 4,455
+0%
1633 Atom x5-Z8330 4,455
+0%
1634 Xeon 5150 4,455
1635 Core i3-2375M 4,454
+-0%
1636 Atom C3338 4,454
+-0%
1637 Celeron E3300 4,454
+-0%
1638 E2-3800 4,454
+-0%
1639 Celeron 1005M 4,453
+-0%

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Physics & Compute

Aggregated score for Xeon 5150 based on physics simulation and extended instruction set (SSE/AVX) benchmarks.

4,453 Rank: 1696
Rank Name Score Visual
1692 Celeron E3400 4,453
+0%
1693 Pentium T4500 4,453
+0%
1694 Celeron G460 4,453
+0%
1695 Celeron E3500 4,453
+0%
1696 Xeon 5150 4,453
1697 Celeron E3300 4,452
+-0%
1698 Pentium T4400 4,452
+-0%
1699 Celeron E1400 4,452
+-0%
1700 A4-3320M 4,452
+-0%
1701 Pentium T4300 4,451
+-0%

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Xeon 5150 Details

The Intel Xeon 5150, launched in June 2006, stands as a testament to the early days of multi-core server processing, built on the Woodcrest microarchitecture at a 65 nm process node. Though now over 17 years old, it represents a significant step in Intel’s server lineup, designed for workstations and enterprise environments where reliability and ECC memory support are paramount. With a base clock of 2.666 GHz and a locked multiplier, the processor delivers a steady performance profile, though its modern relevance is limited by today's standards. The Xeon 5150 operates on the Socket 771 platform, supporting DDR2 memory with a maximum capacity that, while not specified, was typical for its era. It features 2 cores and 2 threads, with no Simultaneous Multithreading (SMT) support, and includes a 4 MB L2 cache, enhancing its ability to handle server workloads efficiently.

In terms of performance, the Xeon 5150 scores an Overall Score of 4190, ranking #1689 out of 2060 processors in the Passmark database. Its Singlecore Score of 4113 places it at #1665, while its Multicore Score of 4306 ranks it #1740. These results indicate that the processor performs in the lower tier of modern benchmarks, with its multicore performance slightly outpacing its single-core performance. It competes with modern low-power processors like the Intel Celeron N3150 and the Atom x5-Z8500, which have similar multicore scores but benefit from more advanced architectures and higher clock speeds. In contrast, it trails behind even mainstream processors like the Core i7-3517U and the Athlon II X2 B24 in both single- and multicore performance.

The Xeon 5150 lacks integrated graphics, making it reliant on discrete GPUs for any graphical output, a common trait in server-oriented CPUs of its time. It supports essential features like ECC memory, which is crucial for mission-critical systems to prevent data corruption, and includes instruction sets such as MMX, SSE, SSE2, and SSE3, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of software. Its TDP of 65 W reflects the efficiency of its 65 nm manufacturing process, allowing it to operate within a modest power envelope despite its age.

As of March 2026, the Xeon 5150 is best suited for legacy systems or niche applications where backward compatibility and ECC support are more important than raw performance. While it cannot compete with modern high-end processors like the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9995WX or Core Ultra 9 285K, it remains a viable option for older server environments where stability and cost-effectiveness are prioritized. For users seeking modern computing power, this processor serves as a historical reference rather than a practical choice.
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Intel Xeon 5150

Main Specifications

Designer: Intel
Name: Xeon 5150
Cores: 2
Threads: 2
Base Frequency: 2666 MHz
Clock Multiplier: 8x (locked)
Core Name: Woodcrest
Socket: Socket 771
Package: FC-LGA6
Target Segment: Server
TDP: 65 W

Cache Specifications

Memory Specifications

Supported Memory Type: DDR2

Physical Specifications

Process: 65 nm
Manufacturer: Intel

CPU Features

MMX SSE SSE2 SSE3
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