Xeon X3450

Details and Benchmarks for Intel Xeon X3450

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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 X3450 based on all benchmark results gathered. Look at this like a meta score, you will find more specific workload ratings below.

4,515 Rank: 1274
Rank Name Score Visual
1270 Phenom II X6 1075T 4,520
+0.1%
1271 Core i5-4210U 4,519
+0.1%
1272 Core i5-L16G7 4,518
+0.1%
1273 Core i5-3210M 4,517
+0%
1274 Xeon X3450 4,515
1275 FX-4320 4,515
+0%
1276 Celeron G3900T 4,512
-0.1%
1277 A10-6700 4,511
-0.1%
1278 FX-6200 4,509
-0.1%
1279 FX-6350 4,508
-0.2%

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Multicore Score

Multicore performance score for Xeon X3450 based on multi-threaded benchmark results.

4,621 Rank: 1062
Rank Name Score Visual
1058 Turion II Neo N40L 4,625
+0.1%
1059 Xeon E3-1230 4,623
+0%
1060 Intel Pentium P6300 4,621
+0%
1061 Core i3-2375M 4,621
+0%
1062 Xeon X3450 4,621
1063 Pentium G4500 4,620
+-0%
1064 Core i7-6567U 4,620
+-0%
1065 Core i5-7260U 4,620
+-0%
1066 Core i5-2500 4,615
-0.1%
1067 Pentium G4620 4,614
-0.2%

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Singlecore Score

Single-core performance score for Xeon X3450 based on single-threaded benchmark results.

4,444 Rank: 1346
Rank Name Score Visual
1342 Core i7-960 4,449
+0.1%
1343 Celeron G1620 4,448
+0.1%
1344 Xeon X5560 4,447
+0.1%
1345 Phenom II X4 B50 4,447
+0.1%
1346 Xeon X3450 4,444
1347 Core i3-2120T 4,444
+0%
1348 A10-7860K 4,439
-0.1%
1349 Pentium 4415U 4,439
-0.1%
1350 Core i7-2677M 4,435
-0.2%
1351 Xeon X3440 4,435
-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 X3450 based on integer math, floating point math, and prime number computation benchmarks.

4,593 Rank: 977
Rank Name Score Visual
973 Athlon X4 880K 4,595
+0%
974 Xeon X5470 4,595
+0%
975 Core i3-7320 4,594
+0%
976 Xeon E3-1225 4,594
+0%
977 Xeon X3450 4,593
978 A10-7890K 4,593
+0%
979 Xeon W3520 4,593
+0%
980 Core i5-3335S 4,593
+0%
981 Xeon E5630 4,593
+0%
982 FX-4320 4,593
+0%

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Data Processing

Aggregated score for Xeon X3450 based on data encryption, data compression, and string sorting benchmarks.

4,564 Rank: 1014
Rank Name Score Visual
1010 Xeon W3520 4,566
+0%
1011 Pentium Gold G5600 4,565
+0%
1012 Pentium Gold G5500 4,565
+0%
1013 Core i5-2320 4,565
+0%
1014 Xeon X3450 4,564
1015 Pentium G4620 4,563
+-0%
1016 Ryzen Embedded V1202B 4,562
+-0%
1017 Xeon X3460 4,562
+-0%
1018 Pentium Gold G5420 4,561
-0.1%
1019 Core i5-2310 4,561
-0.1%

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Physics & Compute

Aggregated score for Xeon X3450 based on physics simulation and extended instruction set (SSE/AVX) benchmarks.

4,570 Rank: 1052
Rank Name Score Visual
1048 Core i7-6500U 4,571
+0%
1049 Core i7-6498DU 4,571
+0%
1050 Core i5-7200U 4,571
+0%
1051 Xeon E5530 4,571
+0%
1052 Xeon X3450 4,570
1053 Core i3-4360T 4,570
+0%
1054 Pentium Gold G6400 4,569
+-0%
1055 Athlon 240GE 4,568
+-0%
1056 Xeon E5520 4,568
+-0%
1057 Core i5-6300U 4,567
-0.1%

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Xeon X3450 Details

The Intel Xeon X3450, released in 2010, is a server-grade processor built on a 45 nm process and designed for entry-level workstations and servers. Though now considered an older device, it remains notable for its integration of four cores with Hyper-Threading, enabling eight threads of execution. This makes it particularly relevant for applications requiring parallel processing, even as it sits far below the performance of modern CPUs. The processor operates at a base clock of 2.66 GHz and can boost to 3.2 GHz under load, leveraging Intel's Hyper-Threading technology to improve multitasking efficiency. It is built on the Nehalem microarchitecture, which introduced significant advancements in memory bandwidth and power efficiency for its time. The Xeon X3450 supports dual-channel DDR3 memory up to 1333 MHz, with a maximum capacity of 32 GB and a peak bandwidth of 21 GB/s, making it suitable for memory-intensive workloads. It uses the LGA1156 socket and has a TDP of 95 W, indicating it was designed for balanced performance and power consumption in server environments.

The Xeon X3450's integrated graphics are powered by Intel HD Graphics 4000, a GPU capable of supporting up to three displays and operating at a base frequency of 650 MHz with a burst frequency of 1.2 GHz. This allows for basic visual processing without requiring a discrete graphics card, though its capabilities are limited compared to modern integrated solutions. The processor supports a range of advanced features, including Intel VT-x and VT-d for virtualization, AES-NI encryption instructions, and Intel TXT for secure execution. It also includes ECC memory support, a critical feature for server reliability, ensuring data integrity in professional workloads. Additionally, the Xeon X3450 supports up to 16 PCIe 2.0 lanes, enabling expansion with high-speed peripherals and storage devices.

In terms of performance, the Xeon X3450 achieves an overall Passmark score of 4515, ranking it #1274 out of 2060 processors in the database. Its single-core score of 4444 places it at #1346, while its multicore score of 4621 ranks it #1060. These results indicate that the processor performs relatively well in single-threaded applications, though its multicore performance is stronger, thanks to Hyper-Threading. It outperforms several modern low-power processors, such as the Pentium G4500 and Core i7-6567U, but trails behind contemporary high-end CPUs like the Core i7-960 and Xeon X5560. The Xeon X3450 is competitive with other CPUs from the same generation, such as the Core i5-2500K and Xeon X3440, though it falls short of the top-tier models in the overall rankings.

As of March 2026, the Xeon X3450 remains a viable option for legacy systems, small-scale servers, or embedded applications where cost and compatibility are prioritized over raw performance. Its robust feature set, including ECC memory and virtualization support, makes it suitable for environments where reliability and security are essential. However, for modern computing tasks, including gaming, content creation, or machine learning, it is significantly outperformed by current-generation processors. While it may still function in older systems, its age and limited performance make it less relevant in today's high-demand computing landscape.
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Intel Xeon X3450

Main Specifications

Designer: Intel
Name: Xeon X3450
Model Number: X3450
Cores: 4
Threads: 8
Base Frequency: 2660 MHz
Socket: LGA1156
Max CPUs: 1
TDP: 95 W

Cache Specifications

Memory Specifications

Supported Memory Type: DDR3 800/1066/1333
Memory Channels: 2
Maximum Memory: 0 GB
Maximum Bandwidth: 21 GB/s
ECC Support: Yes

PCI-Express Specifications

PCIe Revision: 2.0
PCIe Lanes: 16
PCIe Configuration: 1x16, 2x8, 4x4

Integrated Graphics

GPU: HD Graphics 4000
GPU Designer: Intel
GPU Max Frequency: 1200 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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