Intel Xeon E5-2470
About processor
The Intel Xeon E5-2470 is a powerful processor designed for server use. With a total of 8 cores and 16 threads, it delivers impressive multitasking capabilities and can handle demanding workloads with ease. The base frequency of 2.3 GHz provides reliable performance for everyday tasks, while the max turbo frequency of 3.1 GHz ensures that it can quickly ramp up processing power when needed.
The 20MB of L3 cache allows for fast access to frequently used data, further enhancing the processor's overall speed and responsiveness. Additionally, with a TDP of 95W, the E5-2470 strikes a good balance between performance and power efficiency.
In terms of benchmarks, the Geekbench 6 scores for this processor are quite impressive, with a single-core score of 580 and a multi-core score of 3131. This indicates that the E5-2470 can handle both single-threaded and multi-threaded applications with ease, making it well-suited for a wide range of server workloads.
Overall, the Intel Xeon E5-2470 is a reliable and powerful processor that is well-suited for demanding server environments. Its combination of high core and thread count, impressive benchmark scores, and efficient power usage make it a solid choice for businesses looking for a capable and scalable server solution.
Basic
Label Name
Intel
Platform
Server
Launch Date
May 2012
Model Name
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The Intel processor number is just one of several factors - along with processor brand, system configurations, and system-level benchmarks - to be considered when choosing the right processor for your computing needs.
Xeon E5-2470
Code Name
Sandy Bridge-EN
Foundry
Intel
Generation
Xeon E5 (Sandy Bridge-EN)
CPU Specifications
Total Cores
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Cores is a hardware term that describes the number of independent central processing units in a single computing component (die or chip).
8
Total Threads
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Where applicable, Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology is only available on Performance-cores.
16
Performance-core Base Frequency
2.3 GHz
Performance-core Max Turbo Frequency
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Maximum P-core turbo frequency derived from Intel® Turbo Boost Technology.
3.1 GHz
L1 Cache
64K per core
L2 Cache
256K per core
L3 Cache
20MB shared
Unlocked Multiplier
No
Multiplier
23.0
Bus Frequency
100MHz
CPU Socket
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The socket is the component that provides the mechanical and electrical connections between the processor and motherboard.
Intel Socket 1356
Technology
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Lithography refers to the semiconductor technology used to manufacture an integrated circuit, and is reported in nanometer (nm), indicative of the size of features built on the semiconductor.
32 nm
TDP
95 W
Transistor Count
1.27 billions
Memory Specifications
Memory Type
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Intel® processors come in four different types: Single Channel, Dual Channel, Triple Channel, and Flex Mode. Maximum supported memory speed may be lower when populating multiple DIMMs per channel on products that support multiple memory channels.
DDR3
ECC Memory Support
Yes
GPU Specifications
Integrated Graphics Model
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An integrated GPU refers to the graphics core that is integrated into the CPU processor. Leveraging the processor's powerful computational capabilities and intelligent power efficiency management, it delivers outstanding graphics performance and a smooth application experience at a lower power consumption.
N/A
Benchmarks
Geekbench 6
Single Core
Score
580
Geekbench 6
Multi Core
Score
3131
Geekbench 5
Single Core
Score
481
Geekbench 5
Multi Core
Score
3826
Passmark CPU
Single Core
Score
1600
Passmark CPU
Multi Core
Score
10588
Compared to Other CPU
Geekbench 6 Single Core
Geekbench 6 Multi Core
Geekbench 5 Single Core
Geekbench 5 Multi Core
Passmark CPU Single Core
Passmark CPU Multi Core