Xeon E3-1240 V2

Details and Benchmarks for Intel Xeon E3-1240 V2

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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 E3-1240 V2 based on all benchmark results gathered. Look at this like a meta score, you will find more specific workload ratings below.

4,766 Rank: 1047
Rank Name Score Visual
1043 Core i7-3615QM 4,771
+0.1%
1044 Core i7-3610QM 4,770
+0.1%
1045 Core i7 980 4,767
+0%
1046 Core i3-4130T 4,767
+0%
1047 Xeon E3-1240 V2 4,766
1048 Pentium Gold G6400 4,766
+0%
1049 Xeon D-1520 4,764
+-0%
1050 Core i7-3630QM 4,764
+-0%
1051 Core i5-2500S 4,763
-0.1%
1052 Core i5-3350P 4,762
-0.1%

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Multicore Score

Multicore performance score for Xeon E3-1240 V2 based on multi-threaded benchmark results.

4,745 Rank: 911
Rank Name Score Visual
907 Pentium Gold G7400T 4,748
+0.1%
908 Xeon D-1622 4,746
+0%
909 Core i5-4460S 4,746
+0%
910 Core i5-7400T 4,745
+0%
911 Xeon E3-1240 V2 4,745
912 Core i3-2370M 4,744
+-0%
913 Core i5-3570 4,743
+-0%
914 Core i7-4700MQ 4,743
+-0%
915 Ryzen 3 2300X 4,743
+-0%
916 Core i3-8300 4,742
-0.1%

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Singlecore Score

Single-core performance score for Xeon E3-1240 V2 based on single-threaded benchmark results.

4,780 Rank: 1080
Rank Name Score Visual
1076 Core i5-3340 4,788
+0.2%
1077 Core i3-6100E 4,786
+0.1%
1078 Celeron G3920 4,786
+0.1%
1079 Xeon E3-1505L v5 4,782
+0%
1080 Xeon E3-1240 V2 4,780
1081 Core i5-2405S 4,780
+0%
1082 Xeon E5-2643 v2 4,778
+-0%
1083 Core i7-2860QM 4,777
-0.1%
1084 Core i5-7300U 4,777
-0.1%
1085 Core i7-3687U 4,777
-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 E3-1240 V2 based on integer math, floating point math, and prime number computation benchmarks.

4,671 Rank: 759
Rank Name Score Visual
755 Ryzen 5 3550H 4,671
+0%
756 Core i7-6820EQ 4,671
+0%
757 Xeon E5-2603 v4 4,671
+0%
758 Xeon E-2104G 4,671
+0%
759 Xeon E3-1240 V2 4,671
760 Core i7-4910MQ 4,671
+0%
761 Xeon E5-1607 v4 4,670
+-0%
762 Core i7-3770 4,670
+-0%
763 Xeon E3-1245 V2 4,670
+-0%
764 Core i7-4750HQ 4,670
+-0%

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Data Processing

Aggregated score for Xeon E3-1240 V2 based on data encryption, data compression, and string sorting benchmarks.

4,685 Rank: 717
Rank Name Score Visual
713 Xeon E3-1575M v5 4,685
+0%
714 Xeon E5-2637 v4 4,685
+0%
715 Core i7-8706G 4,685
+0%
716 Xeon E3-1245 V2 4,685
+0%
717 Xeon E3-1240 V2 4,685
718 Core i7-1065G7 4,684
+-0%
719 Xeon E3-1505M v6 4,683
+-0%
720 Xeon D-1528 4,683
+-0%
721 Xeon E3-1230 v3 4,683
+-0%
722 Xeon E5-2620 v2 4,683
+-0%

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Physics & Compute

Aggregated score for Xeon E3-1240 V2 based on physics simulation and extended instruction set (SSE/AVX) benchmarks.

4,665 Rank: 807
Rank Name Score Visual
803 Core i7-8565U 4,668
+0.1%
804 Xeon E3-1270 V2 4,668
+0.1%
805 Core i5-6500T 4,666
+0%
806 Xeon E3-1290 v2 4,666
+0%
807 Xeon E3-1240 V2 4,665
808 Xeon D-1521 4,664
+-0%
809 Xeon D-1520 4,664
+-0%
810 Core i5-10210U 4,664
+-0%
811 Core i7-8550U 4,663
+-0%
812 Core i5-8365U 4,663
+-0%

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Xeon E3-1240 V2 Details

As of March 2026, the Intel Xeon E3-1240 v2 remains a notable processor from the Ivy Bridge era, launched in May 2012. While it is now over a decade old, its design and performance still hold relevance in legacy systems and entry-level server environments. With a 22 nm process and a 69 W TDP, the E3-1240 v2 delivers a balance of efficiency and capability that was considered robust at the time of its release. It is built on the Ivy Bridge microarchitecture and supports the FCLGA1155 socket, which was a staple for mainstream desktop and workstation platforms during its lifecycle.

The processor features four cores and eight threads, enabled by Intel's Hyper-Threading technology, allowing it to handle multi-threaded workloads more effectively. Clock speeds reach up to 3.8 GHz under load, with a base frequency of 3.4 GHz, making it capable of sustained performance in server and workstation roles. It includes 8 MB of L3 cache and supports DDR3 1333/1600 memory across a dual-channel interface, with a maximum memory bandwidth of 25.6 GB/s and up to 32 GB of RAM. The processor also supports ECC memory, which is crucial for data integrity in mission-critical applications.

Despite its age, the Xeon E3-1240 v2 maintains a competitive edge in certain benchmarks. It achieves an overall score of 4766, ranking #1047 out of 2060 processors, with a single-core score of 4780 (#1080) and a multicore score of 4745 (#910). These results place it ahead of several modern low-power and mobile processors, including the Core i3-2370M and Core i5-3570, and slightly behind contemporary desktop chips like the Core i5-4460S and Ryzen 3 3300U. Its performance is particularly strong in single-threaded applications, where it outperforms many older-generation CPUs.

The processor supports a wide range of advanced features, including AVX, AVX2, AES-NI, and Intel vPro, which enhances virtualization and security. It also includes VT-x and VT-d for hardware virtualization, enabling efficient use in virtual machine environments. However, it lacks integrated graphics, requiring a discrete GPU for visual output. While this limits its appeal in consumer builds, it remains a solid option for server workloads where graphical processing is unnecessary.

In conclusion, the Xeon E3-1240 v2 is best suited for legacy systems, small business servers, or embedded workstations where ECC memory and virtualization support are essential. While it cannot compete with modern high-end processors in raw performance, its longevity, reliability, and feature set ensure it remains a viable choice in specific professional niches.
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Intel Xeon E3-1240 V2

Main Specifications

Designer: Intel
Name: Xeon E3-1240 V2
Model Number: E3-1240V2
Cores: 4
Threads: 8
Base Frequency: 3400 MHz
Clock Multiplier: 34x (locked)
Core Name: Ivy Bridge
Socket: FCLGA1155
Package: FC-LGA12C
Target Segment: Server
Max CPUs: 1
TDP: 69 W

Cache Specifications

L1 Cache: 62.464 KiB
L2 Cache: 0.244 MiB
L3 Cache: 7.629 MiB

Memory Specifications

Supported Memory Type: DDR3 1333/1600
Memory Channels: 2
Maximum Memory: 0 GB
Maximum Bandwidth: 25.6 GB/s
ECC Support: Yes

PCI-Express Specifications

PCIe Revision: 3.0
PCIe Lanes: 16
PCIe Configuration: 1x16 & 1x4, 2x8 & 1x4 or 1x8 & 3x4

Integrated Graphics

GPU: HD Graphics P4000
GPU Designer: Intel
GPU Max Frequency: 1250 MHz

Physical Specifications

Process: 22 nm
Die Area: 160 mm²
Manufacturer: Intel
Word Size: 64-bit

CPU Features

MMX SSE SSE2 SSE3 SSSE3 SSE4.1 SSE4.2 AVX AVX2 AES x86-64 HT EIST TXT vPro VT-x VT-d EPT Secure Key SMEP SIPP IPT TSX Flex Memory FMA
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