Xeon X5680

Details and Benchmarks for Intel Xeon X5680

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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 X5680 based on all benchmark results gathered. Look at this like a meta score, you will find more specific workload ratings below.

4,678 Rank: 1125
Rank Name Score Visual
1121 Celeron G5900 4,685
+0.1%
1122 FX-4300 4,684
+0.1%
1123 Celeron G3930 4,682
+0.1%
1124 Core i7 930 4,682
+0.1%
1125 Xeon X5680 4,678
1126 A12-9800 4,677
+-0%
1127 Ryzen Embedded V1202B 4,676
+-0%
1128 Core i5-5250U 4,675
-0.1%
1129 Core i7 870 4,674
-0.1%
1130 Core i3-3225 4,674
-0.1%

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Multicore Score

Multicore performance score for Xeon X5680 based on multi-threaded benchmark results.

4,727 Rank: 934
Rank Name Score Visual
930 Intel Core i3-330UM 4,733
+0.1%
931 Core i7-3940XM 4,730
+0.1%
932 Core i5-1030NG7 4,730
+0.1%
933 Core i5-8265U 4,729
+0%
934 Xeon X5680 4,727
935 Core i5-7300HQ 4,725
+-0%
936 Xeon E5-2637 v2 4,725
+-0%
937 Core i5-6440EQ 4,723
-0.1%
938 Core i5-10310U 4,723
-0.1%
939 Core i5-3475S 4,722
-0.1%

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Singlecore Score

Single-core performance score for Xeon X5680 based on single-threaded benchmark results.

4,645 Rank: 1181
Rank Name Score Visual
1177 Core i3-2105 4,650
+0.1%
1178 Xeon D-1577 4,647
+0%
1179 Core i7 860 4,647
+0%
1180 Ryzen 3 3250U 4,646
+0%
1181 Xeon X5680 4,645
1182 Core i7-3537U 4,642
-0.1%
1183 Core i3-2120 4,641
-0.1%
1184 Core M-5Y70 4,640
-0.1%
1185 Athlon Silver 3050U 4,640
-0.1%
1186 Core M 5Y10 4,638
-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 X5680 based on integer math, floating point math, and prime number computation benchmarks.

4,702 Rank: 667
Rank Name Score Visual
663 Xeon E3-1271 v3 4,703
+0%
664 Xeon E5-2430 v2 4,703
+0%
665 Core i7-980X 4,703
+0%
666 Xeon E3-1230 v6 4,702
+0%
667 Xeon X5680 4,702
668 Core i7-6700 4,701
+-0%
669 Core i5-1035G7 4,700
+-0%
670 Xeon E3-1245 v5 4,700
+-0%
671 Xeon Bronze 3106 4,700
+-0%
672 Core i5-8400T 4,700
+-0%

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Data Processing

Aggregated score for Xeon X5680 based on data encryption, data compression, and string sorting benchmarks.

4,732 Rank: 631
Rank Name Score Visual
627 Ryzen 7 PRO 3700U 4,735
+0.1%
628 Core i7-4790K 4,735
+0.1%
629 Core i5-1135G7 4,734
+0%
630 Ryzen 7 3700U 4,732
+0%
631 Xeon X5680 4,732
632 Core i5-1145G7 4,730
+-0%
633 Ryzen 7 PRO 2700U 4,728
-0.1%
634 Core i7-8809G 4,727
-0.1%
635 Core i5-1145G7E 4,727
-0.1%
636 Xeon E3-1275 v5 4,724
-0.2%

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Physics & Compute

Aggregated score for Xeon X5680 based on physics simulation and extended instruction set (SSE/AVX) benchmarks.

4,643 Rank: 856
Rank Name Score Visual
852 Ryzen 7 3750H 4,645
+0%
853 Core i7-4702MQ 4,644
+0%
854 Ryzen 7 2800H 4,643
+0%
855 Xeon E3-1290 4,643
+0%
856 Xeon X5680 4,643
857 Core i7-3740QM 4,642
+-0%
858 Ryzen 5 PRO 3400GE 4,641
+-0%
859 Ryzen 5 2600H 4,641
+-0%
860 Ryzen 3 2200G 4,641
+-0%
861 Ryzen 5 PRO 2400GE 4,640
-0.1%

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Xeon X5680 Details

The Intel Xeon X5680, launched in February 2010, represents a significant evolution in server-grade computing, particularly within Intel's Westmere-EP architecture. While now considered a legacy processor by modern standards, it was a powerful workhorse in its time, designed for high-performance workstations and servers requiring robust multi-threaded performance and ECC memory support. Its 32 nm manufacturing process and 1.17 billion transistors were cutting-edge at the time, delivering strong performance for enterprise applications, virtualization, and data processing. As of March 2026, the Xeon X5680 is over 15 years old, placing it firmly in the realm of historical hardware, though it remains relevant in legacy systems and cost-sensitive environments where its capabilities are still sufficient.

Built on the Westmere-EP microarchitecture, the Xeon X5680 features six physical cores and supports Intel Hyper-Threading, effectively doubling the thread count to 12. This allows it to handle a wide range of concurrent tasks efficiently. The processor operates at a base frequency of 3.33 GHz, with a turbo boost capability up to 3.6 GHz, enabling dynamic performance scaling based on workload demands. It is manufactured on a 32 nm process node and uses the Socket 1366 interface, which was standard for high-end Intel server platforms of that era. With a 130 W TDP, the Xeon X5680 requires substantial cooling, but its power consumption is justified by its performance in multi-threaded workloads.

The Xeon X5680 includes a substantial 11.444 MiB L3 cache, which plays a crucial role in reducing memory latency and improving data throughput across its six cores. It supports DDR3 memory via a triple-channel memory bus, allowing for higher bandwidth compared to dual-channel configurations. The processor also supports ECC memory, a critical feature for mission-critical systems where data integrity is paramount. It lacks integrated graphics, requiring a discrete GPU for visual output, which is typical for server-focused processors of this generation. The processor supports a range of advanced technologies, including Intel VT-x and VT-d for virtualization, AES-NI for encryption, and AVX for enhanced floating-point operations.

In benchmark testing, the Xeon X5680 achieves an overall score of 4678, placing it at #1125 out of 2060 processors. Its single-core performance scores 4645, ranking #1181, while its multicore score reaches 4727, ranking #934. This indicates that while its single-threaded performance is solid, its strength lies in its ability to handle multithreaded workloads efficiently. The processor outperforms several modern consumer CPUs in multicore scenarios, such as the Core i5-7300HQ and Core i5-10310U, highlighting its continued relevance in specific server and workstation applications. However, it trails behind the latest high-end processors like the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9995WX and Core Ultra 9 285K, which dominate the top ranks in both single-core and multicore performance.

The Xeon X5680 is best suited for legacy server environments, small-scale virtualization setups, and applications that benefit from ECC memory and high core counts. Its support for dual-processor (SMP) configurations allows for even greater scalability in multi-CPU systems. While it is no longer competitive with modern processors in terms of raw performance or power efficiency, its robust feature set and reliability make it a viable option in specific enterprise contexts. For users requiring a cost-effective solution with proven performance in multi-threaded tasks, the Xeon X5680 remains a capable, albeit dated, choice.
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Intel Xeon X5680

Main Specifications

Designer: Intel
Name: Xeon X5680
Cores: 6
Threads: 12
Base Frequency: 3333 MHz
Clock Multiplier: 25x (locked)
Core Name: Westmere-EP
Socket: Socket 1366
Package: FC-LGA10
Target Segment: Server
TDP: 130 W

Cache Specifications

L1 Cache: 62.464 KiB
L2 Cache: 0.244 MiB
L3 Cache: 11.444 MiB

Memory Specifications

Supported Memory Type: DDR3

Physical Specifications

Process: 32 nm
Die Area: 239 mm²
Manufacturer: Intel

CPU Features

MMX EMMX SSE SSE2 SSE3 SSSE3 SSE4.1 SSE4.2 AVX AVX2 ABM BMI1 BMI2 FMA3 AES RdRand ADX CLMUL F16C x86-16 x86-32 x86-64 Real Protected SMM FPU NX HT TBT 2.0 EIST SST TXT vPro VT-x VT-d EPT AVX-512 AVX512F AVX512CD AVX512BW AVX512DQ AVX512VL TSX VMD NM KPT PTT MBE Ctrl DL Boost AVX512_VNNI
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