Xeon E5-2690 v2

Details and Benchmarks for Intel Xeon E5-2690 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 E5-2690 v2 based on all benchmark results gathered. Look at this like a meta score, you will find more specific workload ratings below.

5,299 Rank: 621
Rank Name Score Visual
617 Core i7-4790 5,303
+0.1%
618 Core i7-8650U 5,302
+0.1%
619 Xeon Silver 4116T 5,301
+0%
620 Xeon Gold 5118 5,301
+0%
621 Xeon E5-2690 v2 5,299
622 Ryzen 3 PRO 3200G 5,298
+-0%
623 Core i7-9750H 5,298
+-0%
624 Xeon E5-2628L v4 5,287
-0.2%
625 Core i7-6920HQ 5,286
-0.2%
626 EPYC 7601 5,286
-0.2%

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Multicore Score

Multicore performance score for Xeon E5-2690 v2 based on multi-threaded benchmark results.

5,530 Rank: 389
Rank Name Score Visual
385 Xeon D-1557 5,538
+0.1%
386 Core i9-10900T 5,537
+0.1%
387 Core i7-8700 5,532
+0%
388 Xeon Gold 5118 5,531
+0%
389 Xeon E5-2690 v2 5,530
390 Xeon Gold 5120 5,529
+-0%
391 Ryzen 9 4900HS 5,526
-0.1%
392 Xeon E5-4627 v4 5,522
-0.1%
393 Xeon E-2146G 5,520
-0.2%
394 Ryzen 7 4800HS 5,517
-0.2%

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Singlecore Score

Single-core performance score for Xeon E5-2690 v2 based on single-threaded benchmark results.

5,145 Rank: 854
Rank Name Score Visual
850 Core i7-4770HQ 5,150
+0.1%
851 Pentium 6805 5,150
+0.1%
852 Xeon Gold 5118 5,147
+0%
853 Ryzen 7 2700U 5,145
+0%
854 Xeon E5-2690 v2 5,145
855 Core i7-3770 5,143
+-0%
856 Core i7-5650U 5,141
-0.1%
857 Ryzen 5 PRO 2500U 5,140
-0.1%
858 Core i7-5550U 5,139
-0.1%
859 Core i5-6500T 5,138
-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 E5-2690 v2 based on integer math, floating point math, and prime number computation benchmarks.

4,947 Rank: 412
Rank Name Score Visual
408 Xeon E5-2695 v2 4,960
+0.3%
409 Ryzen 7 4800U 4,955
+0.2%
410 Core i9-10885H 4,953
+0.1%
411 Core i7-10875H 4,952
+0.1%
412 Xeon E5-2690 v2 4,947
413 Xeon E5-1660 v4 4,946
+-0%
414 Ryzen 7 1800X 4,946
+-0%
415 Core i7-5960X 4,945
+-0%
416 Ryzen 7 5700U 4,936
-0.2%
417 Core i7-10870H 4,935
-0.2%

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Data Processing

Aggregated score for Xeon E5-2690 v2 based on data encryption, data compression, and string sorting benchmarks.

5,043 Rank: 404
Rank Name Score Visual
400 Ryzen 5 PRO 2600 5,047
+0.1%
401 Xeon Silver 4116T 5,045
+0%
402 Ryzen 5 4600HS 5,044
+0%
403 Xeon Gold 6134 5,043
+0%
404 Xeon E5-2690 v2 5,043
405 Ryzen 5 2600 5,039
-0.1%
406 Xeon E5-2670 v3 5,036
-0.1%
407 Ryzen 5 1600X 5,036
-0.1%
408 Ryzen 7 PRO 4750U 5,036
-0.1%
409 Xeon Gold 5115 5,034
-0.2%

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Physics & Compute

Aggregated score for Xeon E5-2690 v2 based on physics simulation and extended instruction set (SSE/AVX) benchmarks.

4,914 Rank: 454
Rank Name Score Visual
450 Xeon E5-2695 v2 4,921
+0.1%
451 Core i5-8600K 4,920
+0.1%
452 Ryzen 5 PRO 4650GE 4,919
+0.1%
453 Core i5-10500 4,915
+0%
454 Xeon E5-2690 v2 4,914
455 Core i5-10400F 4,912
+-0%
456 Xeon E5-2687W v2 4,908
-0.1%
457 Xeon Gold 5222 4,907
-0.1%
458 Ryzen 5 4600HS 4,907
-0.1%
459 Ryzen 7 5700U 4,906
-0.2%

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Xeon E5-2690 v2 Details

Built on Intel's Ivy Bridge-EP architecture at a 22 nm process, the Xeon E5-2690 v2 is a server-grade processor that was launched in September 2013. At over a decade old, it now qualifies as a legacy device, though it remains relevant in certain legacy server and workstation environments where stability and ECC memory support are critical. Designed for Intel's FCLGA2011 socket, the Xeon E5-2690 v2 features a 10-core, 20-thread configuration enabled by Hyper-Threading, which allows it to handle multi-threaded workloads efficiently. With a base clock of 3.0 GHz and a turbo frequency of up to 3.6 GHz, it delivers strong performance for its era, particularly in compute-intensive applications. The processor integrates 25 MB of L3 cache and supports quad-channel DDR3 memory, enabling a maximum bandwidth of 59.7 GB/s and up to 768 GB of ECC-protected RAM, a key advantage in enterprise environments.

Despite its age, the Xeon E5-2690 v2 maintains competitive performance in many benchmarks. It achieves an overall Passmark score of 5299, placing it at #621 among 2060 processors, with a single-core score of 5145 and a multicore score of 5530. These results position it just behind modern consumer-grade processors like the Core i7-8700 and ahead of some older server chips such as the Xeon E5-2628L v4. The processor's strongest performance category is multicore, where it ranks #389, indicating it remains effective for multi-threaded tasks, though it trails far behind today’s top-tier CPUs like the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9995WX, which scores over 9400. Its single-core performance, while respectable for its time, is now significantly outpaced by modern high-frequency designs.

The Xeon E5-2690 v2 lacks integrated graphics, meaning it requires a discrete GPU for visual output, which is typical for server-oriented CPUs. It supports a wide range of advanced features, including AVX, AVX2, AES-NI, and Intel VT-x and VT-d virtualization technologies, making it suitable for virtualization and encryption-heavy workloads. The processor also supports Intel's vPro technology, enhancing remote management capabilities, and includes EIST for dynamic power management. With a TDP of 130 W, it demands robust cooling solutions, especially in multi-socket configurations where up to two CPUs can be used in symmetric multiprocessing (SMP) setups.

As of March 2026, the Xeon E5-2690 v2 is best suited for legacy server systems, small-scale virtualization environments, or industrial workstations where cost-effective, reliable performance is prioritized over cutting-edge efficiency. While it no longer competes with modern processors in single-threaded or peak performance, its support for ECC memory, robust memory bandwidth, and multi-threaded throughput make it a viable option in specific niche applications. However, for new deployments, its age and power consumption make it a less attractive choice compared to contemporary alternatives.
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Intel Xeon E5-2690 v2

Main Specifications

Designer: Intel
Name: Xeon E5-2690 v2
Model Number: E5-2690V2
Cores: 10
Threads: 20
Base Frequency: 3000 MHz
Clock Multiplier: 30x (locked)
Core Name: Ivy Bridge-EP
Socket: FCLGA2011
Package:
Target Segment: Server
Max CPUs: 2
TDP: 130 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 2500
GPU Designer: Intel
GPU Max Frequency: 1100 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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