Xeon X5460 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 X5460 based on all benchmark results gathered. Look at this like a meta score, you will find more specific workload ratings below.

4,373 Rank: 1441

Rank	Name	Score	Visual
1437	Phenom II X4 960T	4,377	+0.1%
1438	Core i5-2557M	4,376	+0.1%
1439	Pentium Silver J5040	4,375	+0%
1440	Xeon E5520	4,374	+0%
1441	Xeon X5460	4,373
1442	Athlon II X3 455	4,372	+-0%
1443	Core i5-2450M	4,370	-0.1%
1444	Core i7-2617M	4,369	-0.1%
1445	Core 2 Duo E8600	4,369	-0.1%
1446	A9-9400	4,369	-0.1%

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Multicore Score

Multicore performance score for Xeon X5460 based on multi-threaded benchmark results.

4,418 Rank: 1412

Rank	Name	Score	Visual
1408	Xeon X5687	4,420	+0%
1409	Celeron N4100	4,419	+0%
1410	Xeon D-1527	4,418	+0%
1411	Core i7-4510U	4,418	+0%
1412	Xeon X5460	4,418
1413	A10-6700T	4,418	+0%
1414	Core m3-8100Y	4,417	+-0%
1415	Pentium Silver N6000	4,417	+-0%
1416	Pentium B940	4,416	+-0%
1417	Pentium 4415U	4,416	+-0%

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Singlecore Score

Single-core performance score for Xeon X5460 based on single-threaded benchmark results.

4,343 Rank: 1447

Rank	Name	Score	Visual
1443	Xeon E5640	4,347	+0.1%
1444	Xeon W3540	4,347	+0.1%
1445	Pentium E6800	4,346	+0.1%
1446	Phenom II X4 960T	4,344	+0%
1447	Xeon X5460	4,343
1448	Xeon E3110	4,342	+-0%
1449	Xeon E5472	4,341	+-0%
1450	Core i5-580M	4,341	+-0%
1451	A4-7300	4,340	-0.1%
1452	Xeon D-1559	4,339	-0.1%

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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 X5460 based on integer math, floating point math, and prime number computation benchmarks.

4,577 Rank: 1049

Rank	Name	Score	Visual
1045	Core i3-7100	4,577	+0%
1046	Pentium G4620	4,577	+0%
1047	Core i3-4370	4,577	+0%
1048	A8-7500	4,577	+0%
1049	Xeon X5460	4,577
1050	Core i7-2710QE	4,576	+-0%
1051	Core i5-2500S	4,576	+-0%
1052	Core i5-750	4,576	+-0%
1053	Phenom II X6 1075T	4,575	+-0%
1054	Pentium 6805	4,575	+-0%

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Data Processing

Aggregated score for Xeon X5460 based on data encryption, data compression, and string sorting benchmarks.

4,543 Rank: 1088

Rank	Name	Score	Visual
1084	A10-6790K	4,543	+0%
1085	A8-7670K	4,543	+0%
1086	Athlon II X4 555	4,543	+0%
1087	Phenom II X4 955	4,543	+0%
1088	Xeon X5460	4,543
1089	Athlon X4 840	4,543	+0%
1090	Pentium Gold G5420T	4,542	+-0%
1091	Core i5-7267U	4,542	+-0%
1092	Core i3-8145U	4,542	+-0%
1093	Core i3-4330	4,542	+-0%

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Physics & Compute

Aggregated score for Xeon X5460 based on physics simulation and extended instruction set (SSE/AVX) benchmarks.

4,519 Rank: 1271

Rank	Name	Score	Visual
1267	Core i5-2510E	4,519	+0%
1268	Core i5-2430M	4,519	+0%
1269	Core i5-2415M	4,519	+0%
1270	Phenom II X4 965	4,519	+0%
1271	Xeon X5460	4,519
1272	A8-5500	4,519	+0%
1273	Core i3-3110M	4,519	+0%
1274	Celeron G3920	4,518	+-0%
1275	Core i5-2410M	4,518	+-0%
1276	Celeron G4920	4,518	+-0%

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Xeon X5460 Details

The Intel Xeon X5460 stands as a legacy server processor, showcasing the architectural capabilities of its era while now serving as a benchmark for older compute platforms. Released in the mid-2000s, this processor is now over 15 years old, placing it firmly in the category of retired hardware. Despite its age, it remains notable for its integration of advanced features for its time, including support for ECC memory and a suite of virtualization technologies. Built on Intel's 45 nm process and based on the Core microarchitecture, the Xeon X5460 delivers a balanced performance profile for multi-threaded workloads, particularly in environments where legacy compatibility and stability are prioritized.

This processor features four cores and four threads, with a base clock speed of 3.16 GHz and a turbo frequency reaching up to 3.3 GHz. It operates on the LGA771 socket and has a TDP of 120 W, indicating its power consumption was optimized for server environments rather than desktop efficiency. The Xeon X5460 supports DDR3 memory up to 1600 MHz, with a maximum capacity of 32 GB and a dual-channel memory architecture, providing a maximum memory bandwidth of 25.6 GB/s. It also supports PCIe 2.0 with up to 16 lanes, allowing for expansion through high-speed peripherals and storage controllers.

Integrated graphics are provided by Intel's HD Graphics 4000, which includes a base frequency of 350 MHz and a maximum dynamic frequency of 1.2 GHz. This GPU supports up to three displays and offers basic multimedia capabilities, although it is not intended for modern gaming or high-resolution video editing. The processor supports a range of advanced technologies, including AES-NI, AVX2, SSE4.1, and SSE4.2, making it suitable for encryption, scientific computing, and data processing workloads.

In terms of benchmark performance, the Xeon X5460 achieves an Overall Score of 4373, ranking it #1441 out of 2060 processors in the Passmark database. Its Singlecore Score is 4343, placing it #1447, and its Multicore Score is 4418, ranking #1410. These results indicate that while the processor holds its own in single-threaded tasks, it excels more in multi-threaded performance, particularly when compared to other processors from the same generation. The multicore score is slightly higher than its single-core performance, suggesting that its strength lies in parallel processing rather than raw clock speed.

When compared to modern processors, the Xeon X5460 falls significantly behind the top-tier CPUs like the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9995WX or Core Ultra 9 285K, which exceed 9000 in overall scores. However, it remains competitive within its historical context, offering a reliable platform for legacy server applications, virtualization, and light enterprise workloads. As of March 2026, the Xeon X5460 is best suited for niche use cases such as retro computing, legacy system maintenance, or educational environments where its performance is sufficient for basic tasks and compatibility is paramount.