Xeon E5-2660 v2

Details and Benchmarks for Intel Xeon E5-2660 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 E5-2660 v2 based on all benchmark results gathered. Look at this like a meta score, you will find more specific workload ratings below.

4,718 Rank: 1088
Rank Name Score Visual
1084 Core i5-4210M 4,726
+0.2%
1085 Ryzen 3 2200U 4,725
+0.1%
1086 Core i3-4360T 4,725
+0.1%
1087 Core i7-3632QM 4,718
+0%
1088 Xeon E5-2660 v2 4,718
1089 FX-4170 4,717
+-0%
1090 Core i7-3612QM 4,716
+-0%
1091 A6-7470K 4,716
+-0%
1092 Core i3-6100TE 4,713
-0.1%
1093 Core i7-4600U 4,713
-0.1%

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Multicore Score

Multicore performance score for Xeon E5-2660 v2 based on multi-threaded benchmark results.

4,931 Rank: 696
Rank Name Score Visual
692 Xeon E-2124G 4,934
+0.1%
693 Xeon E-2124 4,934
+0.1%
694 Core i3-7100T 4,934
+0.1%
695 Core i5-7600 4,931
+0%
696 Xeon E5-2660 v2 4,931
697 Core i5-8500B 4,926
-0.1%
698 Xeon E3-1260L v5 4,926
-0.1%
699 Xeon E3-1246 v3 4,926
-0.1%
700 Core i5-9400T 4,924
-0.1%
701 Core i5-7640X 4,923
-0.2%

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Singlecore Score

Single-core performance score for Xeon E5-2660 v2 based on single-threaded benchmark results.

4,576 Rank: 1229
Rank Name Score Visual
1225 Core M 5Y71 4,589
+0.3%
1226 Athlon X4 845 4,583
+0.2%
1227 Celeron G4930T 4,579
+0.1%
1228 Core M 5Y10c 4,577
+0%
1229 Xeon E5-2660 v2 4,576
1230 Xeon E3-1235 4,576
+0%
1231 Xeon W3550 4,575
+-0%
1232 A10-6790K 4,574
+-0%
1233 Xeon W5590 4,574
+-0%
1234 Core i5-L16G7 4,573
-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 E5-2660 v2 based on integer math, floating point math, and prime number computation benchmarks.

4,840 Rank: 490
Rank Name Score Visual
486 Core i7-10850H 4,843
+0.1%
487 Xeon E-2276M 4,841
+0%
488 Core i5-10400F 4,841
+0%
489 Ryzen 5 2600 4,840
+0%
490 Xeon E5-2660 v2 4,840
491 Core i5-10400 4,838
+-0%
492 Xeon Silver 4208 4,837
-0.1%
493 Core i7-10750H 4,836
-0.1%
494 Ryzen 5 1600X 4,835
-0.1%
495 Xeon D-1557 4,833
-0.1%

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Data Processing

Aggregated score for Xeon E5-2660 v2 based on data encryption, data compression, and string sorting benchmarks.

4,900 Rank: 484
Rank Name Score Visual
480 Core i7-9700 4,903
+0.1%
481 Core i5-10400 4,903
+0.1%
482 Core i5-10400F 4,903
+0.1%
483 Core i7-9700F 4,901
+0%
484 Xeon E5-2660 v2 4,900
485 Ryzen 7 4700U 4,897
-0.1%
486 Xeon W-2133 4,890
-0.2%
487 Core i5-1235U 4,890
-0.2%
488 Core i7-9700E 4,889
-0.2%
489 Ryzen 3 4100 4,883
-0.3%

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Physics & Compute

Aggregated score for Xeon E5-2660 v2 based on physics simulation and extended instruction set (SSE/AVX) benchmarks.

4,803 Rank: 571
Rank Name Score Visual
567 Core i3-10300 4,805
+0%
568 Core i7-9850HE 4,805
+0%
569 Core i5-1235U 4,804
+0%
570 Ryzen 5 2600X 4,803
+0%
571 Xeon E5-2660 v2 4,803
572 Ryzen 3 PRO 4350G 4,803
+0%
573 Core i7-6700K 4,801
+-0%
574 Ryzen 3 PRO 4350GE 4,801
+-0%
575 Xeon E5-1650 v2 4,800
-0.1%
576 Xeon E3-1270 v6 4,799
-0.1%

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Xeon E5-2660 v2 Details

Ranked #1087 of 2060 in overall performance, the Intel Xeon E5-2660 v2 presents a compelling case for its era, though it now stands as a testament to the rapid evolution of server-class processors. Released in September 2013, this Ivy Bridge-EP chip is a product of a bygone era, yet its 10-core, 20-thread design, powered by a 2.2 GHz base clock and a 3.0 GHz turbo frequency, still demonstrates a solid foundation for multi-threaded workloads. Built on a 22 nm process and featuring 1.4 billion transistors, the E5-2660 v2 operates within a 95 W TDP, a significant power draw that necessitates robust cooling, especially in dual-processor (SMP) configurations where two units can be deployed in a single system. The processor supports quad-channel DDR3 memory up to 1866 MHz, with a maximum capacity of 768 GB, and integrates Intel's advanced virtualization technologies like VT-x and VT-d, which enhance virtual machine performance and enable direct hardware access for guest systems.

The Xeon E5-2660 v2's performance is measured across multiple benchmarks, revealing a processor that, while no longer competitive at the top tier, holds its own in specific categories. It achieves a Passmark Overall Score of 4718, placing it in the middle of the pack among modern CPUs, but its single-core score of 4576—ranked #1229 of 2060—indicates that its performance in single-threaded applications is limited. This is further emphasized by its multicore score of 4931, which ranks it #695 of 2060, suggesting that its primary strength lies in workloads that can effectively utilize its 20 threads. The chip's performance in data processing and physics computation, with scores of 4900 and 4803 respectively, highlights its capability in technical and computational tasks, though it lags behind contemporary processors in these areas.

Despite its age, the Xeon E5-2660 v2 remains relevant in environments where its features are critical, such as server deployments requiring ECC memory support and robust virtualization. However, its lack of integrated graphics means it relies on a discrete GPU for visual output, a limitation that excludes it from low-power or integrated graphics applications. The processor supports a range of advanced instruction sets, including AVX, AVX2, AES-NI, and FMA, which are essential for modern computing tasks. While it is not a powerhouse by today's standards, the Xeon E5-2660 v2 serves as a capable workhorse in legacy systems, enterprise servers, and workstations where its multi-core architecture and virtualization features are still valuable. As of March 2026, it remains a niche option for those maintaining older infrastructure, but it is no longer a viable choice for new high-performance computing setups.
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Intel Xeon E5-2660 v2

Main Specifications

Designer: Intel
Name: Xeon E5-2660 v2
Model Number: E5-2660V2
Cores: 10
Threads: 20
Base Frequency: 2200 MHz
Clock Multiplier: 32x (locked)
Core Name: Ivy Bridge-EP
Socket: FCLGA2011
Package:
Target Segment: Server
Max CPUs: 2
TDP: 95 W

Cache Specifications

L1 Cache: 62.464 KiB
L2 Cache: 0.244 MiB
L3 Cache: 23.842 MiB

Memory Specifications

Supported Memory Type: DDR3 800/1066/1333/1600/1866
Memory Channels: 4
Maximum Memory: 1 GB
Maximum Bandwidth: 59.7 GB/s
ECC Support: Yes

PCI-Express Specifications

PCIe Revision: 3.0
PCIe Lanes: 40
PCIe Configuration: x4, x8, x16

Integrated Graphics

GPU: HD Graphics
GPU Designer: Intel
GPU Max Frequency: 766 MHz

Physical Specifications

Process: 22 nm
Die Area: 160 mm²
Manufacturer: Intel
Word Size: 64-bit

CPU Features

MMX SSE SSE2 SSE3 SSSE3 SSE4.1 SSE4.2 AVX AVX2 AES F16C x86-64 HT EIST TXT vPro VT-x VT-d EPT Secure Key SMEP SIPP IPT TSX Flex Memory FMA
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