Xeon E3-1220 v6

Details and Benchmarks for Intel Xeon E3-1220 v6

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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 E3-1220 v6 based on all benchmark results gathered. Look at this like a meta score, you will find more specific workload ratings below.

5,131 Rank: 767
Rank Name Score Visual
763 Core i3-8300 5,136
+0.1%
764 Ryzen 3 2300X 5,134
+0.1%
765 Core i7-3970X 5,132
+0%
766 Core i7-4820K 5,132
+0%
767 Xeon E3-1220 v6 5,131
768 Core i5-4590 5,131
+0%
769 Core i5-7260U 5,129
+-0%
770 Core i7-8750H 5,127
-0.1%
771 Core i5-8259U 5,126
-0.1%
772 Ryzen 5 3400G 5,125
-0.1%

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Multicore Score

Multicore performance score for Xeon E3-1220 v6 based on multi-threaded benchmark results.

4,764 Rank: 892
Rank Name Score Visual
888 Core i7-4710HQ 4,768
+0.1%
889 Core i5-3570K 4,767
+0.1%
890 Core i7-3770S 4,766
+0%
891 FX-8320 4,766
+0%
892 Xeon E3-1220 v6 4,764
893 Atom C3758 4,764
+0%
894 Xeon X5667 4,764
+0%
895 Xeon E5-2640 v2 4,763
+-0%
896 Core i7-8550U 4,762
+-0%
897 Core i5-9300H 4,761
-0.1%

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Singlecore Score

Single-core performance score for Xeon E3-1220 v6 based on single-threaded benchmark results.

5,375 Rank: 669
Rank Name Score Visual
665 Ryzen 3 2200G 5,377
+0%
666 Xeon Gold 5317 5,377
+0%
667 Core i5-4670 5,376
+0%
668 Core i7-4770S 5,376
+0%
669 Xeon E3-1220 v6 5,375
670 Xeon E5-2618L v4 5,374
+-0%
671 Core i5-10310U 5,374
+-0%
672 Xeon E3-1230 v3 5,371
-0.1%
673 EPYC 7402 5,370
-0.1%
674 Xeon Platinum 8180M 5,368
-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 E3-1220 v6 based on integer math, floating point math, and prime number computation benchmarks.

4,649 Rank: 830
Rank Name Score Visual
826 Ryzen 7 2700U 4,650
+0%
827 Core i7-4800MQ 4,650
+0%
828 Core i7-4710MQ 4,650
+0%
829 Ryzen 5 3500U 4,649
+0%
830 Xeon E3-1220 v6 4,649
831 Core i5-7500 4,649
+0%
832 Core i5-4670S 4,649
+0%
833 Core i5-1030NG7 4,649
+0%
834 Xeon E3-1225 V2 4,648
+-0%
835 Core i7-4720HQ 4,648
+-0%

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Data Processing

Aggregated score for Xeon E3-1220 v6 based on data encryption, data compression, and string sorting benchmarks.

4,602 Rank: 897
Rank Name Score Visual
893 Core i5-3570K 4,604
+0%
894 Core i7-2820QM 4,603
+0%
895 Core i5-3570 4,603
+0%
896 Athlon 3000G 4,603
+0%
897 Xeon E3-1220 v6 4,602
898 Core i7-2760QM 4,602
+0%
899 Core i5-7440HQ 4,602
+0%
900 Core i7-2920XM 4,602
+0%
901 Core i5-6402P 4,600
+-0%
902 Core i5-4590S 4,600
+-0%

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Physics & Compute

Aggregated score for Xeon E3-1220 v6 based on physics simulation and extended instruction set (SSE/AVX) benchmarks.

4,707 Rank: 724
Rank Name Score Visual
720 Xeon E5-2630 v2 4,712
+0.1%
721 Xeon Bronze 3106 4,710
+0.1%
722 Core i7-7700HQ 4,710
+0.1%
723 Core i5-7600T 4,709
+0%
724 Xeon E3-1220 v6 4,707
725 Pentium Gold G7400 4,707
+0%
726 Core i7-6700T 4,706
+-0%
727 Core i7-4940MX 4,706
+-0%
728 Xeon D-1528 4,705
+-0%
729 Xeon E5-2630L v2 4,704
-0.1%

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Xeon E3-1220 v6 Details

For users seeking a reliable, entry-level server processor with integrated ECC memory support and strong single-threaded performance, the Intel Xeon E3-1220 v6 stands out as a capable option, even as of early 2026. Though released in 2017, this processor remains relevant in low-power server and workstation environments where cost-effective compute power is prioritized over cutting-edge performance. Built on Intel’s Kaby Lake microarchitecture at a 14 nm process, the Xeon E3-1220 v6 features four cores and four threads, operating at a base frequency of 3.0 GHz with a turbo boost up to 3.5 GHz. It is designed for the LGA-1151 socket and supports both DDR3L-1866 and DDR4-2400 memory, with a maximum capacity of 64 GB and a peak memory bandwidth of 35.76 GB/s.

The processor’s cache hierarchy includes 0.125 MiB of L1 cache per core, 1 MiB of L2 cache, and a shared 8 MiB L3 cache, enabling efficient data access for server workloads. With a TDP of 72 W, the E3-1220 v6 delivers a balanced power efficiency profile, making it suitable for compact servers or embedded systems. Its feature set includes support for Intel’s virtualization technologies (VT-x, VT-d), Intel vPro, and Intel Secure Key, enhancing security and management capabilities in enterprise environments. It also supports ECC memory, a critical feature for server reliability.

In benchmark testing, the Xeon E3-1220 v6 achieves a single-core score of 5,375, ranking #669 among 2,060 processors, and a multicore score of 4,764, placing it at #892. Its overall score of 5,131 ranks it #767, indicating a strong performance in single-threaded applications while holding its own in multi-threaded workloads. The processor competes closely with modern mobile and desktop CPUs, such as the Core i7-4820K and Ryzen 3 2300X, though it trails behind newer-generation chips in raw performance.

Despite being over six years old, the Xeon E3-1220 v6 remains a practical choice for light server tasks, virtualization, and small-scale data processing. Its integrated ECC support, virtualization features, and long-term availability make it a viable option for businesses needing stable, cost-effective computing without the need for high-end performance. While not suited for high-end computing or gaming, it fills a niche in environments where reliability and compatibility are paramount.
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Intel Xeon E3-1220 v6

Main Specifications

Designer: Intel
Name: Xeon E3-1220 v6
Family: Xeon
Series: E3-1200
Model Number: E3-1220
Cores: 4
Threads: 4
Base Frequency: 3000 MHz
Turbo Frequency (1 core): 3500 MHz
Clock Multiplier: 30x (locked)
Microarchitecture: Kaby Lake
Core Name: Kaby Lake DT
Core Family: 6
Core Model: 158
Socket: LGA-1151
Package: FCLGA-1151
Chipset: Sunrise Point and Union Point
Target Segment: Server
Max CPUs: 1
TDP: 72 W
Release Price: $193.00

Cache Specifications

L1 Cache: 256 KiB
L1 Instruction Cache: 128 KiB (8-way set associative)
L1 Data Cache: 128 KiB (8-way set associative)
L2 Cache: 1 MiB (4-way set associative)
L3 Cache: 8 MiB (16-way set associative)

Memory Specifications

Supported Memory Type: DDR3L-1866 and DDR4-2400
Memory Channels: 2
Maximum Memory: 64 GB
Maximum Bandwidth: 35.76 GB/s
ECC Support: Yes

Physical Specifications

Process: 14 nm
Manufacturer: Intel
Technology: CMOS
Word Size: 64-bit
ISA: x86-64 (x86)

CPU Features

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