Xeon E5310 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 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.