Xeon E5-2630L v2

Details and Benchmarks for Intel Xeon E5-2630L v2

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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 E5-2630L v2 based on all benchmark results gathered. Look at this like a meta score, you will find more specific workload ratings below.

4,588 Rank: 1199
Rank Name Score Visual
1195 Core M3-7Y30 4,597
+0.2%
1196 Xeon D-1602 4,595
+0.2%
1197 Core i5-2510E 4,595
+0.2%
1198 A12-9800E 4,591
+0.1%
1199 Xeon E5-2630L v2 4,588
1200 Xeon E5-2640 v2 4,587
+-0%
1201 Pentium Silver N6005 4,587
+-0%
1202 Xeon X5470 4,586
+-0%
1203 Pentium G3220 4,586
+-0%
1204 FX-4130 4,585
-0.1%

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Multicore Score

Multicore performance score for Xeon E5-2630L v2 based on multi-threaded benchmark results.

4,703 Rank: 957
Rank Name Score Visual
953 Ryzen 5 2500U 4,705
+0%
954 Xeon E3-1225 v5 4,704
+0%
955 Core i7-10510U 4,704
+0%
956 Core 2 Duo T5750 4,703
+0%
957 Xeon E5-2630L v2 4,703
958 Core i7-975 4,703
+0%
959 Xeon E3-1535M v6 4,702
+-0%
960 Core i5-2550K 4,702
+-0%
961 Core i7-990X 4,700
-0.1%
962 Core i5-4460 4,699
-0.1%

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Singlecore Score

Single-core performance score for Xeon E5-2630L v2 based on single-threaded benchmark results.

4,511 Rank: 1283
Rank Name Score Visual
1279 A8-7670K 4,512
+0%
1280 Core i5-680 4,512
+0%
1281 Pentium G2020 4,511
+0%
1282 Core i5-4250U 4,511
+0%
1283 Xeon E5-2630L v2 4,511
1284 A10-5800K 4,509
+-0%
1285 A4-6320 4,508
-0.1%
1286 Core i7-2715QE 4,505
-0.1%
1287 PRO A10-9700E 4,505
-0.1%
1288 A10-7870K 4,504
-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 E5-2630L v2 based on integer math, floating point math, and prime number computation benchmarks.

4,696 Rank: 685
Rank Name Score Visual
681 Xeon D-1528 4,696
+0%
682 Xeon E3-1275 v3 4,696
+0%
683 Xeon E3-1246 v3 4,696
+0%
684 Core i7-4860HQ 4,696
+0%
685 Xeon E5-2630L v2 4,696
686 Core i7-4770K 4,695
+-0%
687 Core i5-1035G4 4,694
+-0%
688 Xeon E3-1505M v6 4,694
+-0%
689 Xeon E-2124 4,694
+-0%
690 Core i5-5675C 4,694
+-0%

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Data Processing

Aggregated score for Xeon E5-2630L v2 based on data encryption, data compression, and string sorting benchmarks.

4,703 Rank: 671
Rank Name Score Visual
667 Xeon E5-2608L v4 4,705
+0%
668 Ryzen 5 PRO 2500U 4,704
+0%
669 Core i7-8559U 4,703
+0%
670 Ryzen 5 2500U 4,703
+0%
671 Xeon E5-2630L v2 4,703
672 Core i5-9500T 4,702
+-0%
673 Core i7-5775R 4,702
+-0%
674 Core i7-4790 4,701
+-0%
675 Core i7-4771 4,700
-0.1%
676 Xeon E3-1246 v3 4,700
-0.1%

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Physics & Compute

Aggregated score for Xeon E5-2630L v2 based on physics simulation and extended instruction set (SSE/AVX) benchmarks.

4,704 Rank: 729
Rank Name Score Visual
725 Pentium Gold G7400 4,707
+0.1%
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
730 Xeon E5-1607 v4 4,703
+-0%
731 Core i7-1185GRE 4,703
+-0%
732 Core i5-6500 4,702
+-0%
733 Core i5-4690K 4,702
+-0%
734 Core i7-6700HQ 4,701
-0.1%

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Xeon E5-2630L v2 Details

As of March 2026, the Intel Xeon E5-2630L v2 remains a relic of the early 2010s server computing era, having been released in September 2013. While it is now well over a decade old, its design and capabilities still reflect the priorities of its time: enterprise reliability, scalability, and support for multi-processor configurations. Positioned within Intel’s Xeon E5 lineup, the E5-2630L v2 leverages the Ivy Bridge-EP architecture and is built on a 22 nm process, featuring 1.4 billion transistors across a 160 mm² die. Its 6-core, 12-thread configuration—enabled by Intel Hyper-Threading—was competitive for its generation, particularly in workloads that could leverage parallel processing.

The processor operates at a base frequency of 2.4 GHz with a locked multiplier, meaning it lacks overclocking potential. It supports quad-channel DDR3 memory, with ECC support being a key feature for mission-critical applications where data integrity is paramount. The integrated memory controller enables a bandwidth that was effective for server-class workloads, though it is now significantly outpaced by modern memory technologies. The Xeon E5-2630L v2 uses a Socket 2011 interface and supports up to two processors in a symmetric multiprocessing (SMP) setup, making it suitable for mid-range servers requiring scalability.

In terms of performance, the Xeon E5-2630L v2 achieves an overall Passmark score of 4588, placing it at #1199 among 2060 processors in the benchmark database. Its single-core performance scores 4511, ranking #1281, while its multicore score of 4703 places it at #956. Notably, this processor performs comparably to some modern low-power mobile and embedded CPUs, such as the Core i5-8600T and Ryzen 5 2500U, though it falls short of current high-end desktop and server offerings. The multicore score is its strongest category, indicating that it remains relatively capable in threaded workloads, especially when paired with a second processor.

Despite its age, the Xeon E5-2630L v2 includes support for advanced features such as Intel VT-x and VT-d virtualization, EPT (Extended Page Tables), and TXT (Trusted Execution Technology), making it suitable for virtualized environments. It also supports AVX, SSE4.2, and other instruction sets that enhance performance in scientific computing and multimedia applications. However, it lacks integrated graphics, necessitating a discrete GPU for any visual output.

In summary, the Xeon E5-2630L v2 is best suited for legacy server environments, light virtualization tasks, or as a cost-effective upgrade in older systems where ECC memory and multi-socket support are required. While it is no longer competitive with modern processors, its longevity and enterprise features ensure it still holds value in niche applications.
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Intel Xeon E5-2630L v2

Main Specifications

Designer: Intel
Name: Xeon E5-2630L v2
Cores: 6
Threads: 12
Base Frequency: 2400 MHz
Clock Multiplier: 24x (locked)
Core Name: Ivy Bridge-EP
Socket: Socket 2011
Package:
Target Segment: Server
TDP: 60 W

Cache Specifications

L1 Cache: 62.464 KiB
L2 Cache: 0.244 MiB
L3 Cache: 14.305 MiB

Memory Specifications

Supported Memory Type: DDR3

Physical Specifications

Process: 22 nm
Die Area: 160 mm²
Manufacturer: Intel

CPU Features

MMX SSE SSE2 SSE3 SSSE3 SSE4.2 AVX F16C EIST TXT VT-x VT-d EPT
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