Xeon E5-1650 v3

Details and Benchmarks for Intel Xeon E5-1650 v3

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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.
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Intel Xeon E5-1650 v3

Main Specifications

Designer: Intel
Name: Xeon E5-1650 v3
Model Number: E5-1650V3
Cores: 6
Threads: 12
Base Frequency: 3500 MHz
Socket: FCLGA2011-3
Max CPUs: 1
TDP: 140 W

Cache Specifications

Memory Specifications

Supported Memory Type: DDR4 1333/1600/1866/2133
Memory Channels: 4
Maximum Memory: 1 GB
Maximum Bandwidth: 68 GB/s
ECC Support: Yes

PCI-Express Specifications

PCIe Revision: 3.0
PCIe Lanes: 40
PCIe Configuration: x4, x8, x16

Integrated Graphics

GPU: None
GPU Designer: Intel
GPU Max Frequency: 1150 MHz

Physical Specifications

Process: 22 nm
Word Size: 64-bit

CPU Features

SSE4.1 SSE4.2 AES x86-64 HT EIST TXT vPro VT-x VT-d EPT Secure Key SMEP IPT TSX
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