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Processors Below 3 GHz

Explore 413 processors indexed under Below 3 GHz and scan their key platform, core, power and benchmark data in one place. This overview maps the available range before the performance ranking and decision guidance below.

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Selection guide

How to choose from Below 3 GHz

This page groups 413 processors classified under Below 3 GHz. Below 3 GHz represents a recorded maximum turbo-clock range. Use the catalog to shortlist candidates, then compare real performance and workload-relevant specifications rather than relying on the category label alone.

7 brands 1–192 cores 4,266 average CPU Mark 3.95–245.00 W TDP

What this category shows

Below 3 GHz represents a recorded maximum turbo-clock range.

What to compare

Compare single-thread performance, sustained clocks, power and cooling.

Check before choosing

Maximum turbo is opportunistic and may not apply to every core or sustained loads.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

What does the Below 3 GHz category mean?

This turbo-clock category groups processors associated with Below 3 GHz. Below 3 GHz represents a recorded maximum turbo-clock range.

What is the fastest processor in Below 3 GHz?

The performance ranking highlights the highest available CPU Mark in this category. The best practical choice can differ by application, single-thread speed, power, cooling and price.

How should I compare Below 3 GHz processors?

Compare single-thread performance, sustained clocks, power and cooling. Open each processor page for full specifications or add close candidates to the comparison tool.

Is this category enough to make a buying decision?

No. Maximum turbo is opportunistic and may not apply to every core or sustained loads. Also verify motherboard and memory compatibility, cooling requirements and benchmarks relevant to your software.

This summary is calculated from processor records linked to the category. Performance results are broad comparison indicators and can vary with system, power and cooling. Latest data update:

Processor catalog

Below 3 GHz

Showing 1–24 of 413

01CPUIntel Xeon Gold 5520+Intel · ServerCores / threads28 / 56Clock0.4 GHzTDP205 WCPU Mark61,22702CPUIntel Xeon Gold 6450CIntel · ServerCores / threads30 / 60Clock2.3 GHzTDP122 WCPU Mark38,57103CPUAMD EPYC 7601AMD · ServerCores / threads32 / 64Clock2.7 GHzTDP180 WCPU Mark34,10204CPUIntel Core i9-14901EIntel · Mobile/EmbeddedCores / threads8 / 16Clock2.8 GHzTDP65 WCPU Mark30,29805CPUAMD EPYC 7571AMD · ServerCores / threads32 / 64Clock2.9 GHzTDP120 WCPU Mark28,57406CPUIntel Xeon Platinum 8167M @ 2.00GHzIntel · ServerCores / threads26 / 52Clock2.4 GHzTDP—CPU Mark24,75107CPUAMD EPYC 7351PAMD · ServerCores / threads16 / 32Clock2.9 GHzTDP155 WCPU Mark24,58708CPUAMD EPYC 7351AMD · ServerCores / threads16 / 32Clock2.9 GHzTDP155 WCPU Mark23,07909CPUAMD EPYC 7281AMD · ServerCores / threads16 / 32Clock2.7 GHzTDP155 WCPU Mark21,65310CPUIntel Xeon E5-4667 v4 @ 2.20GHzIntel · ServerCores / threads18 / 36Clock2.9 GHzTDP135 WCPU Mark20,31911CPUIntel Xeon D-2752TER @ 1.80GHzIntel · ServerCores / threads12 / 24Clock2.8 GHzTDP77 WCPU Mark19,07412CPUIntel Xeon Phi 7290 @ 1.50GHzIntel · ServerCores / threads72 / 288Clock1.7 GHzTDP245 WCPU Mark17,83913CPUIntel Xeon E5-4669 v3 @ 2.10GHzIntel · ServerCores / threads18 / 36Clock2.9 GHzTDP135 WCPU Mark17,43014CPUIntel Xeon Gold 5117 @ 2.00GHzIntel · ServerCores / threads14 / 28Clock2.8 GHzTDP105 WCPU Mark16,89715CPUIntel Xeon E5-4650 v4 @ 2.20GHzIntel · ServerCores / threads14 / 28Clock2.8 GHzTDP105 WCPU Mark16,22516CPUIntel Xeon E5-2669 v3 @ 2.30GHzIntel · ServerCores / threads12 / 24Clock2.6 GHzTDP120 WCPU Mark16,10717CPUIntel Xeon E5-4667 v3 @ 2.00GHzIntel · ServerCores / threads16 / 32Clock2.9 GHzTDP135 WCPU Mark15,39718CPUAMD EPYC 7301AMD · ServerCores / threads16 / 32Clock2.7 GHzTDP155 WCPU Mark14,99119CPUAMD EPYC 7251AMD · ServerCores / threads8 / 16Clock2.9 GHzTDP120 WCPU Mark14,93520CPUIntel Xeon E5-2658A v3 @ 2.20GHzIntel · ServerCores / threads12 / 24Clock2.9 GHzTDP105 WCPU Mark14,87921CPUIntel Xeon E5-2658 v4 @ 2.30GHzIntel · ServerCores / threads14 / 28Clock2.8 GHzTDP105 WCPU Mark14,76822CPUIntel Xeon E5-4660 v3 @ 2.10GHzIntel · ServerCores / threads14 / 28Clock2.9 GHzTDP120 WCPU Mark14,16723CPUIntel Xeon D-1587 @ 1.70GHzIntel · ServerCores / threads16 / 32Clock2.3 GHzTDP65 WCPU Mark13,63024CPUIntel Xeon E5-2658 v3 @ 2.20GHzIntel · ServerCores / threads12 / 24Clock2.9 GHzTDP105 WCPU Mark13,487