Xeon E5-1650 v3 Benchmarks & Performance Report

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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 E5-1650 v3 based on all benchmark results gathered. Look at this like a meta score, you will find more specific workload ratings below.

5,488 Rank: 493

Rank	Name	Score	Visual
489	Xeon E5-2637 v4	5,491	+0.1%
490	Xeon W-2135	5,490	+0%
491	Xeon E-2276M	5,489	+0%
492	Core i7-9700E	5,489	+0%
493	Xeon E5-1650 v3	5,488
494	Core i5-9600	5,486	+-0%
495	Xeon E3-1245 v6	5,484	-0.1%
496	FX-8140	5,484	-0.1%
497	Ryzen 5 4500	5,480	-0.1%
498	Core i7-4790K	5,474	-0.3%

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Multicore Score

Multicore performance score for Xeon E5-1650 v3 based on multi-threaded benchmark results.

5,324 Rank: 458

Rank	Name	Score	Visual
454	Ryzen 7 PRO 7730U	5,336	+0.2%
455	Xeon E-2286M	5,330	+0.1%
456	Ryzen 5 PRO 4650G	5,326	+0%
457	Ryzen 7 2700	5,325	+0%
458	Xeon E5-1650 v3	5,324
459	Ryzen 5 4600G	5,323	+-0%
460	Xeon E5-2667 v4	5,317	-0.1%
461	Ryzen 7 1700	5,317	-0.1%
462	Core i9-9880H	5,316	-0.2%
463	Core i7-7800X	5,313	-0.2%

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Singlecore Score

Single-core performance score for Xeon E5-1650 v3 based on single-threaded benchmark results.

5,598 Rank: 486

Rank	Name	Score	Visual
482	Core i7-1185G7	5,603	+0.1%
483	Ryzen 7 PRO 2700	5,602	+0.1%
484	Xeon Gold 6430	5,601	+0.1%
485	EPYC 7F52	5,599	+0%
486	Xeon E5-1650 v3	5,598
487	Xeon Gold 5315Y	5,598	+0%
488	Xeon W-2125	5,595	-0.1%
489	Xeon Gold 6126T	5,593	-0.1%
490	Xeon E5-1650 v4	5,589	-0.2%
491	Xeon Gold 6246	5,588	-0.2%

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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 E5-1650 v3 based on integer math, floating point math, and prime number computation benchmarks.

4,816 Rank: 516

Rank	Name	Score	Visual
512	Xeon D-1540	4,819	+0.1%
513	Core i7-9850H	4,818	+0%
514	Xeon E-2176M	4,818	+0%
515	Xeon E5-1660 v2	4,817	+0%
516	Xeon E5-1650 v3	4,816
517	Core i7-5930K	4,815	+-0%
518	Ryzen 5 1600	4,814	+-0%
519	Xeon Silver 4110	4,811	-0.1%
520	Xeon D-1541	4,810	-0.1%
521	Xeon E5-2650 v2	4,810	-0.1%

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Data Processing

Aggregated score for Xeon E5-1650 v3 based on data encryption, data compression, and string sorting benchmarks.

4,837 Rank: 523

Rank	Name	Score	Visual
519	Xeon Silver 4208	4,841	+0.1%
520	Xeon E5-2450 v2	4,839	+0%
521	Ryzen 5 PRO 3400G	4,837	+0%
522	Xeon E-2186M	4,837	+0%
523	Xeon E5-1650 v3	4,837
524	Xeon E5-2643 v4	4,834	-0.1%
525	Core i7-5930K	4,834	-0.1%
526	Core i5-10500T	4,834	-0.1%
527	Core i7-4930K	4,831	-0.1%
528	Xeon D-1540	4,830	-0.1%

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Physics & Compute

Aggregated score for Xeon E5-1650 v3 based on physics simulation and extended instruction set (SSE/AVX) benchmarks.

4,886 Rank: 485

Rank	Name	Score	Visual
481	Ryzen 3 3300X	4,888	+0%
482	Ryzen 7 PRO 4750U	4,887	+0%
483	Xeon Silver 4208	4,886	+0%
484	Xeon Gold 5122	4,886	+0%
485	Xeon E5-1650 v3	4,886
486	Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G	4,885	+-0%
487	Core i5-10600T	4,884	+-0%
488	Core i5-9400F	4,881	-0.1%
489	Xeon E-2276M	4,880	-0.1%
490	Core i5-9500	4,880	-0.1%

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Xeon E5-1650 v3 Details

Ranked #493 in overall performance among 2060 processors, the Intel Xeon E5-1650 v3 delivers a measured overall score of 5488, placing it firmly in the mid-tier of desktop and workstation CPUs. Its single-core performance, scoring 5598 and ranking #486, demonstrates solid efficiency for tasks reliant on high clock speeds, while its multicore score of 5324 and rank of #458 reflects strong scalability across six cores and 12 threads. Despite its age—released in 2015 and now over eight years old—the processor remains competitive in certain professional and server-grade applications, particularly where ECC memory support and reliability are valued. As of March 2026, the Xeon E5-1650 v3 holds a unique position, bridging older workloads with modern multi-threaded demands.

Designed on Intel’s Haswell microarchitecture and built on a 22 nm process node, the Xeon E5-1650 v3 operates at a base frequency of 3.5 GHz and can boost to 3.8 GHz under load. It features a 6-core, 12-thread configuration, leveraging Hyper-Threading to enhance multithreaded performance. The CPU supports up to 768 GB of DDR4 memory across four channels, with speeds up to 2133 MHz, enabling a maximum memory bandwidth of 68 GB/s. It is designed for the FCLGA2011-3 socket and includes a TDP of 140 W, making it suitable for high-performance desktops and entry-level servers where thermal headroom is not constrained.

The Xeon E5-1650 v3 includes robust enterprise-grade features such as ECC memory support, Intel VT-x and VT-d virtualization, and Intel TXT for secure execution. It also supports Intel’s vPro technology, which enhances remote management and security for business environments. Instruction set extensions like SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AES-NI, and AVX2 ensure compatibility with modern software and cryptographic operations. The integrated graphics are limited to a basic Intel HD Graphics P4600, capable of running up to three displays at a maximum frequency of 1150 MHz, though this is not its primary function.

While the processor lacks a high-end integrated GPU, its performance in benchmarking tools reveals a balanced design. In Passmark’s data processing and physics compute tests, it achieves scores of 4837 and 4886 respectively, placing it among mid-tier consumer and professional CPUs. Its single-core performance is particularly strong relative to its multicore score, suggesting optimal use in applications where thread count is less critical than clock speed, such as gaming, creative editing, or legacy software.

In competitive terms, the Xeon E5-1650 v3 is outperformed by modern processors like the Ryzen 7 2700 and Xeon E-2286M, yet it remains ahead of several older chips such as the Xeon E5-1650 v4 and Core i9-9880H. This positioning indicates that while the CPU is no longer relevant for cutting-edge workloads, it remains a viable option for legacy systems, small servers, or embedded environments where stability, ECC support, and multi-threaded throughput are prioritized over raw performance.

In conclusion, the Intel Xeon E5-1650 v3 is a reliable, high-TDP processor with strong single-threaded performance and enterprise features. Though aged by modern standards, its 6-core design, 140 W TDP, and support for ECC memory make it suitable for professional desktops, small business servers, or retro computing projects. As of March 2026, it remains a niche but capable choice for users who prioritize compatibility and reliability over peak performance.