Xeon E5472

Details and Benchmarks for Intel Xeon E5472

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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 E5472 based on all benchmark results gathered. Look at this like a meta score, you will find more specific workload ratings below.

4,355 Rank: 1464
Rank Name Score Visual
1460 Pentium G630 4,357
+0%
1461 Athlon II X2 270 4,357
+0%
1462 Core i3-2348M 4,356
+0%
1463 Xeon E5430 4,356
+0%
1464 Xeon E5472 4,355
1465 Core i3-550 4,355
+0%
1466 Pentium 4 3.80GHz 4,354
+-0%
1467 FX-6100 4,352
-0.1%
1468 Phenom II X4 940 4,352
-0.1%
1469 Athlon II X4 645 4,351
-0.1%

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Multicore Score

Multicore performance score for Xeon E5472 based on multi-threaded benchmark results.

4,375 Rank: 1517
Rank Name Score Visual
1513 Intel Core i5-580M 4,376
+0%
1514 Athlon II X3 440 4,376
+0%
1515 Core i5-4202Y 4,376
+0%
1516 Core i5-3210M 4,375
+0%
1517 Xeon E5472 4,375
1518 A10-9620P 4,375
+0%
1519 Celeron G1820T 4,375
+0%
1520 Phenom II X3 B75 4,375
+0%
1521 Phenom II X4 955 4,374
+-0%
1522 Celeron G530 4,374
+-0%

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Singlecore Score

Single-core performance score for Xeon E5472 based on single-threaded benchmark results.

4,341 Rank: 1449
Rank Name Score Visual
1445 Pentium E6800 4,346
+0.1%
1446 Phenom II X4 960T 4,344
+0.1%
1447 Xeon X5460 4,343
+0%
1448 Xeon E3110 4,342
+0%
1449 Xeon E5472 4,341
1450 Core i5-580M 4,341
+0%
1451 A4-7300 4,340
+-0%
1452 Xeon D-1559 4,339
+-0%
1453 Core i5-760 4,339
+-0%
1454 Pentium Silver J5040 4,339
+-0%

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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 E5472 based on integer math, floating point math, and prime number computation benchmarks.

4,562 Rank: 1109
Rank Name Score Visual
1105 A8-6500 4,563
+0%
1106 Xeon E5430 4,563
+0%
1107 Pentium Gold G5420T 4,562
+0%
1108 Core i7-6660U 4,562
+0%
1109 Xeon E5472 4,562
1110 A8-5500B 4,562
+0%
1111 Core i3-1000NG4 4,562
+0%
1112 Core i3-7100T 4,561
+-0%
1113 Core i3-4160 4,561
+-0%
1114 A12-9730P 4,561
+-0%

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Data Processing

Aggregated score for Xeon E5472 based on data encryption, data compression, and string sorting benchmarks.

4,534 Rank: 1137
Rank Name Score Visual
1133 A8-3870K 4,535
+0%
1134 Core i3-8130U 4,534
+0%
1135 Core i7-4610M 4,534
+0%
1136 Xeon L5520 4,534
+0%
1137 Xeon E5472 4,534
1138 Core i7-6650U 4,533
+-0%
1139 Core i3-7100H 4,533
+-0%
1140 Athlon II X4 640 4,533
+-0%
1141 Core i5-4330M 4,533
+-0%
1142 PRO A10-8750B 4,533
+-0%

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Physics & Compute

Aggregated score for Xeon E5472 based on physics simulation and extended instruction set (SSE/AVX) benchmarks.

4,514 Rank: 1308
Rank Name Score Visual
1304 Phenom II X4 B97 4,515
+0%
1305 Athlon X4 730 4,515
+0%
1306 Pentium Silver J5005 4,514
+0%
1307 Phenom II X4 B60 4,514
+0%
1308 Xeon E5472 4,514
1309 Core i5-670 4,514
+0%
1310 Celeron G3930 4,513
+-0%
1311 Pentium G2130 4,513
+-0%
1312 Pentium G2120 4,513
+-0%
1313 Phenom II X4 960T 4,513
+-0%

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Xeon E5472 Details

The Intel Xeon E5472 stands as a notable example of server-grade computing from the late 2000s, offering a blend of performance and efficiency tailored for enterprise environments. Released in 2008, this processor is now over 15 years old, placing it firmly in the category of legacy hardware. Despite its age, the Xeon E5472 remains relevant in historical and low-power server contexts due to its robust feature set and integrated capabilities. As of March 2026, it is far removed from modern performance leaders but still holds a place in systems where legacy support and compatibility are prioritized.

Built on Intel's 45 nm process and based on the Woodcrest microarchitecture, the Xeon E5472 is a quad-core processor with a base clock speed of 3.0 GHz and a turbo frequency reaching up to 3.46 GHz. It features a 64-bit architecture and supports up to 32 GB of DDR3 1066/1333 memory across two channels, with a maximum memory bandwidth of 21 GB/s. The processor operates at a TDP of 80 W and uses the LGA771 socket, which was common in server and workstation platforms of its era.

The Xeon E5472 includes integrated Intel HD Graphics, offering a base frequency of 850 MHz and a burst frequency of 1100 MHz. This GPU supports up to two displays and is capable of basic multimedia tasks, making it suitable for systems requiring light graphical output without a discrete GPU. The processor also supports a range of advanced technologies, including Hyper-Threading (HT), AES encryption, AVX2, SSE4.1 and SSE4.2, EIST, TXT, vPro, VT-x, VT-d, EPT, Secure Key, SMEP, SIPP, IPT, TSX, Flex Memory, and FMA.

In benchmark testing, the Xeon E5472 achieves an overall score of 4355, placing it at #1464 out of 2060 processors in the Passmark rankings. Its single-core score is 4341 (#1449), while its multicore score reaches 4375 (#1516). These results reflect strong single-threaded performance for its generation but limited multicore scaling compared to modern multi-core CPUs. The processor performs well relative to older desktop and server chips like the Pentium G630 and Athlon II X3 440, but falls significantly behind contemporary offerings such as the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9995WX or Core Ultra 9 285K.

Given its age and performance profile, the Xeon E5472 is best suited for legacy server applications, retro computing projects, or environments where compatibility with older software and hardware is essential. While it no longer competes in mainstream performance benchmarks, its design and feature set laid the groundwork for future advancements in Intel's Xeon line.
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Intel Xeon E5472

Main Specifications

Designer: Intel
Name: Xeon E5472
Model Number: E5472
Cores: 4
Threads: 2
Base Frequency: 3000 MHz
Socket: LGA771
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 GB/s
ECC Support: No

PCI-Express Specifications

PCIe Revision: 2.0
PCIe Lanes: 16
PCIe Configuration: 1x16

Integrated Graphics

GPU: HD Graphics
GPU Designer: Intel
GPU Max Frequency: 1100 MHz

Physical Specifications

Process: 45 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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