Xeon E5-2450 v2

Details and Benchmarks for Intel Xeon E5-2450 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 E5-2450 v2 based on all benchmark results gathered. Look at this like a meta score, you will find more specific workload ratings below.

4,639 Rank: 1158
Rank Name Score Visual
1154 Core M 5Y31 4,645
+0.1%
1155 Core i3-2125 4,645
+0.1%
1156 Core i7-2720QM 4,643
+0.1%
1157 Core i5-7300U 4,642
+0.1%
1158 Xeon E5-2450 v2 4,639
1159 Pentium G3260 4,638
+-0%
1160 Core i5-3340M 4,638
+-0%
1161 Core m5-6Y57 4,635
-0.1%
1162 Xeon X5650 4,633
-0.1%
1163 Xeon W3565 4,633
-0.1%

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Multicore Score

Multicore performance score for Xeon E5-2450 v2 based on multi-threaded benchmark results.

4,803 Rank: 839
Rank Name Score Visual
835 Ryzen 5 3400G 4,806
+0.1%
836 Core i5-4570R 4,804
+0%
837 Core i5-4670S 4,803
+0%
838 Core i5-4590 4,803
+0%
839 Xeon E5-2450 v2 4,803
840 Ryzen 5 3550H 4,801
+-0%
841 Core i5-8259U 4,801
+-0%
842 Core i7-8559U 4,800
-0.1%
843 Core i7-6700TE 4,800
-0.1%
844 Core i7-8665U 4,799
-0.1%

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Singlecore Score

Single-core performance score for Xeon E5-2450 v2 based on single-threaded benchmark results.

4,530 Rank: 1263
Rank Name Score Visual
1259 Core i3-3240T 4,537
+0.2%
1260 Core i7 960 4,536
+0.1%
1261 Athlon II X2 265 4,533
+0.1%
1262 Xeon L5639 4,532
+0%
1263 Xeon E5-2450 v2 4,530
1264 Xeon Bronze 3204 4,526
-0.1%
1265 FX-4320 4,526
-0.1%
1266 Phenom II X6 1100T 4,523
-0.2%
1267 A10-6700 4,523
-0.2%
1268 Xeon E3-1265L v2 4,523
-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 E5-2450 v2 based on integer math, floating point math, and prime number computation benchmarks.

4,779 Rank: 553
Rank Name Score Visual
549 Ryzen 3 PRO 5450U 4,782
+0.1%
550 Core i5-8600 4,781
+0%
551 Core i5-9500F 4,780
+0%
552 Core i7-4930K 4,779
+0%
553 Xeon E5-2450 v2 4,779
554 Core i7-8750H 4,776
-0.1%
555 Core i5-9500 4,776
-0.1%
556 Xeon Silver 4108 4,776
-0.1%
557 Ryzen 5 4500U 4,776
-0.1%
558 Ryzen 3 7330U 4,775
-0.1%

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Data Processing

Aggregated score for Xeon E5-2450 v2 based on data encryption, data compression, and string sorting benchmarks.

4,839 Rank: 520
Rank Name Score Visual
516 Ryzen 5 2500X 4,843
+0.1%
517 Xeon E5-2630 v3 4,843
+0.1%
518 Xeon E5-2670 4,842
+0.1%
519 Xeon Silver 4208 4,841
+0%
520 Xeon E5-2450 v2 4,839
521 Ryzen 5 PRO 3400G 4,837
+-0%
522 Xeon E-2186M 4,837
+-0%
523 Xeon E5-1650 v3 4,837
+-0%
524 Xeon E5-2643 v4 4,834
-0.1%
525 Core i7-5930K 4,834
-0.1%

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Physics & Compute

Aggregated score for Xeon E5-2450 v2 based on physics simulation and extended instruction set (SSE/AVX) benchmarks.

4,728 Rank: 688
Rank Name Score Visual
684 Ryzen 3 5300U 4,731
+0.1%
685 Xeon D-1531 4,729
+0%
686 Core i7-8709G 4,729
+0%
687 Core i7-6920HQ 4,728
+0%
688 Xeon E5-2450 v2 4,728
689 Core i5-8400H 4,727
+-0%
690 Xeon E3-1505M v5 4,726
+-0%
691 Core i7-4770K 4,726
+-0%
692 Core i7-4790 4,726
+-0%
693 Xeon E3-1241 v3 4,726
+-0%

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Xeon E5-2450 v2 Details

For users requiring reliable multi-threaded performance in server or workstation environments, the Intel Xeon E5-2450 v2 offers a balanced combination of core count, memory support, and virtualization features. Released in September 2013, this processor is based on Intel's Ivy Bridge-EN architecture and built on a 22 nm process node, making it a well-established part of the Xeon E5 lineup. While no longer a cutting-edge solution by modern standards, its design remains relevant for legacy systems and cost-effective server deployments where integrated graphics are not required.

The Xeon E5-2450 v2 features eight physical cores and supports simultaneous multithreading, delivering 16 threads for improved multitasking and throughput. It operates at a base frequency of 2.5 GHz with a locked multiplier, which limits overclocking potential but ensures stable performance. The processor includes 20 MB of L3 cache, distributed across the cores, and supports DDR3 memory with ECC capabilities, a critical feature for mission-critical applications where data integrity is essential. It is packaged in a Socket 1356 interface and has a TDP of 95 W, requiring adequate cooling solutions for sustained workloads.

Despite lacking integrated graphics, the Xeon E5-2450 v2 includes a robust set of virtualization technologies, including Intel VT-x, VT-d, and EPT, enabling efficient virtual machine performance and hardware passthrough via IOMMU. It also supports advanced instruction sets such as AVX, SSE, and MMX, making it suitable for scientific computing and media processing tasks. The processor supports up to two units in a symmetric multiprocessing (SMP) configuration, enhancing scalability in multi-socket server platforms.

In benchmark testing, the Xeon E5-2450 v2 achieves an overall score of 4639, ranking #1158 among 2060 processors, with a single-core score of 4530 (#1263) and a multicore score of 4803 (#837). Its performance is competitive with mid-range desktop and server CPUs from the same era, such as the Core i5-4570R and Ryzen 5 3400G, though it trails behind modern processors in both single- and multi-threaded performance. The multicore score suggests that the processor excels in workloads benefiting from parallel processing, while its single-core performance indicates it is less competitive in latency-sensitive applications.

As of March 2026, the Xeon E5-2450 v2 remains a viable option for legacy server environments, small business workstations, and applications requiring ECC memory and virtualization support. While it cannot compete with today’s high-end CPUs, its combination of 8 cores, 16 threads, and robust enterprise features ensures continued utility in stable, non-demanding server roles. For users seeking high performance, newer platforms offer significantly better efficiency and speed, but the E5-2450 v2 remains a reliable, cost-effective choice for specific use cases.
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Intel Xeon E5-2450 v2

Main Specifications

Designer: Intel
Name: Xeon E5-2450 v2
Cores: 8
Threads: 16
Base Frequency: 2500 MHz
Clock Multiplier: 25x (locked)
Core Name: Ivy Bridge-EN
Socket: Socket 1356
Package:
Target Segment: Server
TDP: 95 W

Cache Specifications

L1 Cache: 62.464 KiB
L2 Cache: 0.244 MiB
L3 Cache: 19.073 MiB

Memory Specifications

Supported Memory Type: DDR3

Physical Specifications

Process: 22 nm
Die Area: 160 mm²
Manufacturer: Intel

CPU Features

MMX SSE SSE2 SSE3 SSSE3 SSE4.2 AVX F16C EIST TXT VT-x VT-d EPT
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