Xeon E5-2670

Details and Benchmarks for Intel Xeon E5-2670

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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 E5-2670 based on all benchmark results gathered. Look at this like a meta score, you will find more specific workload ratings below.

4,742 Rank: 1071
Rank Name Score Visual
1067 Core i3-7130U 4,747
+0.1%
1068 Core i7-2920XM 4,747
+0.1%
1069 Xeon E5-2637 v2 4,747
+0.1%
1070 Xeon W-2102 4,742
+0%
1071 Xeon E5-2670 4,742
1072 Core i7-4550U 4,739
-0.1%
1073 Core i5-7440HQ 4,737
-0.1%
1074 Celeron G4900T 4,737
-0.1%
1075 Core i5-2450P 4,737
-0.1%
1076 Xeon E3-1505L v5 4,735
-0.1%

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Multicore Score

Multicore performance score for Xeon E5-2670 based on multi-threaded benchmark results.

4,792 Rank: 853
Rank Name Score Visual
849 Intel Core i3-390M 4,793
+0%
850 FX-8370E 4,793
+0%
851 Pentium Gold G4560 4,792
+0%
852 Core i3-7350K 4,792
+0%
853 Xeon E5-2670 4,792
854 Core i5-8250U 4,789
-0.1%
855 Atom C3858 4,789
-0.1%
856 Ryzen 7 PRO 2700U 4,789
-0.1%
857 Ryzen 3 PRO 1200 4,789
-0.1%
858 Core i7-4720HQ 4,788
-0.1%

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Singlecore Score

Single-core performance score for Xeon E5-2670 based on single-threaded benchmark results.

4,708 Rank: 1145
Rank Name Score Visual
1141 A10-9700 4,714
+0.1%
1142 Pentium G3240 4,713
+0.1%
1143 Core i5-2320 4,710
+0%
1144 Xeon E5-2630 v2 4,709
+0%
1145 Xeon E5-2670 4,708
1146 Core M-5Y51 4,703
-0.1%
1147 Xeon E5-2670 v2 4,701
-0.1%
1148 EPYC 7301 4,699
-0.2%
1149 Core i5-2500K 4,697
-0.2%
1150 Xeon W3570 4,695
-0.3%

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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 E5-2670 based on integer math, floating point math, and prime number computation benchmarks.

4,768 Rank: 562
Rank Name Score Visual
558 Ryzen 3 7330U 4,775
+0.1%
559 Xeon E5-1650 v2 4,774
+0.1%
560 Core i7-10710U 4,773
+0.1%
561 Core i5-8600T 4,772
+0.1%
562 Xeon E5-2670 4,768
563 Core i5-9400F 4,767
+-0%
564 Xeon Gold 5222 4,766
+-0%
565 Xeon W-2125 4,765
-0.1%
566 Core i5-9400 4,764
-0.1%
567 Core i5-8500 4,764
-0.1%

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Data Processing

Aggregated score for Xeon E5-2670 based on data encryption, data compression, and string sorting benchmarks.

4,842 Rank: 518
Rank Name Score Visual
514 Ryzen 5 3400G 4,846
+0.1%
515 Ryzen 3 PRO 5475U 4,845
+0.1%
516 Ryzen 5 2500X 4,843
+0%
517 Xeon E5-2630 v3 4,843
+0%
518 Xeon E5-2670 4,842
519 Xeon Silver 4208 4,841
+-0%
520 Xeon E5-2450 v2 4,839
-0.1%
521 Ryzen 5 PRO 3400G 4,837
-0.1%
522 Xeon E-2186M 4,837
-0.1%
523 Xeon E5-1650 v3 4,837
-0.1%

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Physics & Compute

Aggregated score for Xeon E5-2670 based on physics simulation and extended instruction set (SSE/AVX) benchmarks.

4,786 Rank: 599
Rank Name Score Visual
595 Ryzen 5 2600 4,787
+0%
596 Core i7-10710U 4,787
+0%
597 Core i7-8809G 4,786
+0%
598 Core i7-3970X 4,786
+0%
599 Xeon E5-2670 4,786
600 Ryzen 5 PRO 2600 4,785
+-0%
601 Core i7-7700 4,783
-0.1%
602 Ryzen 5 1600X 4,783
-0.1%
603 Core i5-7640X 4,782
-0.1%
604 Core i7-4980HQ 4,780
-0.1%

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Xeon E5-2670 Details

The Intel Xeon E5-2670 stands as a powerful server-grade processor, designed for demanding workloads in enterprise and data center environments. Released several years ago, this CPU remains relevant in certain high-end server applications due to its robust feature set and strong multi-threaded performance. Built on a 32 nm process node, it leverages Intel's Sandy Bridge-E microarchitecture, which was a significant leap in performance and efficiency for its time. With a base clock of 2.6 GHz and a turbo frequency reaching 3.3 GHz, the E5-2670 delivers consistent performance across a range of tasks, particularly those benefiting from its 8-core, 16-thread configuration enabled by Hyper-Threading.

In terms of system integration, the Xeon E5-2670 operates on the FCLGA2011 socket and supports up to 384 GB of DDR3 memory across four channels, delivering a maximum memory bandwidth of 51.2 GB/s. This makes it well-suited for memory-intensive applications such as virtualization, scientific computing, and large-scale database management. It also supports advanced features like Intel VT-x and VT-d for virtualization, ECC memory for data integrity, and Intel vPro for enhanced manageability and security. The processor's 115 W TDP reflects its power consumption profile, typical of high-performance server CPUs that prioritize sustained workload performance.

The integrated HD Graphics 4600 GPU provides basic visual output and supports up to three displays, making it useful in environments where a discrete GPU is not required. While not a graphics powerhouse, it offers decent performance for light multimedia tasks and system monitoring. The processor also supports PCIe 3.0, allowing for flexible expansion with high-speed storage and networking options.

Benchmark data reveals that the Xeon E5-2670 holds an overall score of 4742, placing it at #1070 among 2060 CPUs in the Passmark rankings. Its multicore score of 4792 ranks it at #851, indicating strong performance in multi-threaded applications, while its single-core score of 4708 places it at #1145. These results suggest that while the E5-2670 is not a leader in single-threaded performance, it excels in workloads that can leverage its 16 threads. It outperforms many mainstream consumer processors but trails behind modern high-end CPUs in both single- and multi-core performance.

As of March 2026, the Xeon E5-2670 is best suited for legacy server systems, small-scale virtualization clusters, or specialized workstations requiring high core counts and ECC memory support. While newer processors offer significantly better performance, the E5-2670 remains a reliable option for users who need a balance of performance, reliability, and compatibility with existing infrastructure.
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Intel Xeon E5-2670

Main Specifications

Designer: Intel
Name: Xeon E5-2670
Model Number: E5-2670
Cores: 8
Threads: 16
Base Frequency: 2600 MHz
Socket: FCLGA2011
Max CPUs: 2
TDP: 115 W

Cache Specifications

Memory Specifications

Supported Memory Type: DDR3 800/1066/1333/1600
Memory Channels: 4
Maximum Memory: 0 GB
Maximum Bandwidth: 51.2 GB/s
ECC Support: Yes

PCI-Express Specifications

PCIe Revision: 3.0
PCIe Lanes: 40
PCIe Configuration: Up to 1x16, 2x8, 1x8+2x4

Integrated Graphics

GPU: HD Graphics 4600
GPU Designer: Intel
GPU Max Frequency: 1150 MHz

Physical Specifications

Process: 32 nm
Word Size: 64-bit

CPU Features

SSE4.1 SSE4.2 AVX2 AES x86-64 HT EIST TXT vPro VT-x VT-d EPT Secure Key SMEP SIPP IPT TSX Flex Memory FMA
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