Xeon E5310

Details and Benchmarks for Intel Xeon E5310

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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 E5310 based on all benchmark results gathered. Look at this like a meta score, you will find more specific workload ratings below.

3,778 Rank: 2027
Rank Name Score Visual
2023 Athlon X2 QL-60 3,782
+0.1%
2024 Celeron B710 3,781
+0.1%
2025 Intel Celeron N3050 3,778
+0%
2026 Intel Celeron J3160 3,778
+0%
2027 Xeon E5310 3,778
2028 Intel Core i5-560UM 3,776
-0.1%
2029 Celeron N2808 3,773
-0.1%
2030 E-350 3,764
-0.4%
2031 Intel Atom x5-E8000 3,754
-0.6%
2032 Sempron 3200+ 3,750
-0.7%

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Multicore Score

Multicore performance score for Xeon E5310 based on multi-threaded benchmark results.

4,279 Rank: 1823
Rank Name Score Visual
1819 Celeron 2955U 4,280
+0%
1820 A8-6600K 4,279
+0%
1821 Pentium E5700 4,279
+0%
1822 Pentium N3520 4,279
+0%
1823 Xeon E5310 4,279
1824 Athlon 64 4000+ 4,279
+0%
1825 A4-3310MX 4,279
+0%
1826 A8-4555M 4,278
+-0%
1827 A4-3300M 4,278
+-0%
1828 Athlon II M300 4,278
+-0%

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Singlecore Score

Single-core performance score for Xeon E5310 based on single-threaded benchmark results.

3,444 Rank: 2029
Rank Name Score Visual
2025 Celeron 2961Y 3,465
+0.6%
2026 Intel Celeron J3160 3,460
+0.5%
2027 Celeron N2920 3,456
+0.3%
2028 E-350 3,453
+0.3%
2029 Xeon E5310 3,444
2030 Celeron N2808 3,437
-0.2%
2031 Sempron 3200+ 3,424
-0.6%
2032 Opteron 144 3,404
-1.2%
2033 Intel Atom x5-E8000 3,393
-1.5%
2034 Intel Atom x5-Z8330 3,392
-1.5%

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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 E5310 based on integer math, floating point math, and prime number computation benchmarks.

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Data Processing

Aggregated score for Xeon E5310 based on data encryption, data compression, and string sorting benchmarks.

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Physics & Compute

Aggregated score for Xeon E5310 based on physics simulation and extended instruction set (SSE/AVX) benchmarks.

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Xeon E5310 Details

As of March 2026, the Intel Xeon E5310 occupies a niche in the legacy server and workstation market, representing an older generation of Intel's Xeon lineup designed for dual-socket systems. Built on a 65 nm process and based on the older NetBurst microarchitecture, this processor is no longer competitive in modern computing environments, where multi-core performance and efficiency have become paramount. Despite its age, the Xeon E5310 remains relevant in legacy infrastructure and embedded applications where stability and backward compatibility are prioritized over raw performance.

The Xeon E5310 features four cores with a base clock of 1.6 GHz and a turbo frequency of 2.3 GHz, supported by Hyper-Threading to deliver two threads per core. It operates on the LGA771 socket and supports dual-processor configurations, making it suitable for entry-level servers or small business workstations. With a TDP of 80 W, it strikes a balance between power consumption and performance, though it lacks the energy efficiency of modern processors. The CPU supports DDR3 memory at speeds up to 1066 MHz and 16 GB of maximum memory across two channels, with a memory bandwidth of 21.3 GB/s.

Integrated graphics are provided via Intel's HD Graphics, which runs at a base frequency of 350 MHz and can boost up to 1 GHz. It supports up to two displays and is sufficient for basic desktop tasks or system administration interfaces. However, it is not designed for demanding multimedia or gaming workloads. The processor also includes a range of advanced features such as Intel VT-x, VT-d, EPT, and AES-NI, which are valuable in virtualized environments and data security applications.

Benchmark performance reveals the processor's limitations in today’s context. The Xeon E5310 scores 3778 overall, placing it #2025 out of 2060 in the general ranking. In single-core performance, it achieves a score of 3444, ranking #2029, which is notably behind modern CPUs. Multicore performance, at 4279, ranks #1820, indicating that while it holds up better in multi-threaded workloads, it still lags significantly behind current high-end processors. Compared to its peers, it trails behind the likes of the Celeron N2920 and Intel Atom x5-E8000, and is outperformed by even entry-level modern CPUs like the A6-1450.

In conclusion, the Xeon E5310 is best suited for legacy systems, low-load server environments, or specialized industrial applications where its integrated features and socket compatibility are more valuable than raw computational power. While it may still function in niche roles, its position in today's market is largely obsolete, with modern processors offering vastly superior performance, efficiency, and feature sets. For new deployments, alternatives are strongly recommended.
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Intel Xeon E5310

Main Specifications

Designer: Intel
Name: Xeon E5310
Model Number: E5310
Cores: 4
Threads: 2
Base Frequency: 1600 MHz
Socket: LGA771, PLGA771
Max CPUs: 1
TDP: 80 W

Cache Specifications

Memory Specifications

Supported Memory Type: DDR3 1066/1333
Memory Channels: 2
Maximum Memory: 0 GB
Maximum Bandwidth: 21.3 GB/s
ECC Support: No

PCI-Express Specifications

PCIe Revision: 2.0
PCIe Lanes: 16
PCIe Configuration: 1x16, 2x8, 1x8 2x4

Integrated Graphics

GPU: HD Graphics
GPU Designer: Intel
GPU Max Frequency: 1000 MHz

Physical Specifications

Process: 65 nm
Word Size: 64-bit

CPU Features

SSE4.1 SSE4.2 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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