Intel Xeon E5-2660 v2

Intel Xeon E5-2660 v2

About processor

The Intel Xeon E5-2660 v2 processor is a powerful and reliable CPU designed for server platforms. With its 10 cores and 20 threads, this processor is capable of handling complex and demanding workloads with ease. The 22 nm technology ensures efficient performance while the 25MB L3 cache further enhances its processing capabilities. The base frequency of 2.2 GHz and max turbo frequency of 3 GHz allow for fast and responsive performance, making it well-suited for a variety of server applications. The 95W TDP ensures that the processor operates within reasonable power consumption, minimizing energy costs for server deployments. In terms of benchmark performance, the Geekbench 6 scores of 342 for single-core and 3008 for multi-core highlight the processor's ability to multitask and handle multi-threaded applications effectively. Overall, the Intel Xeon E5-2660 v2 is a highly capable processor that delivers impressive performance for server workloads. Its combination of high core and thread count, efficient technology, and solid benchmark performance make it a solid choice for server deployments that require reliable processing power.

Basic

Label Name
Intel
Platform
Server
Launch Date
September 2013
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 E5-2660 v2
Code Name
Ivy Bridge-EP
Foundry
Intel
Generation
Xeon E5 (Ivy Bridge-EP)

CPU Specifications

Total Cores
?
Cores is a hardware term that describes the number of independent central processing units in a single computing component (die or chip).
10
Total Threads
?
Where applicable, Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology is only available on Performance-cores.
20
Performance-core Base Frequency
2.2 GHz
Performance-core Max Turbo Frequency
?
Maximum P-core turbo frequency derived from Intel® Turbo Boost Technology.
3 GHz
L1 Cache
64K per core
L2 Cache
256K per core
L3 Cache
25MB shared
Bus Frequency
100MHz
Multiplier
32.0
Unlocked Multiplier
No
CPU Socket
?
The socket is the component that provides the mechanical and electrical connections between the processor and motherboard.
Intel Socket 2011
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.
22 nm
TDP
95 W
PCIe Version
?
PCI Express is a high-speed serial computer expansion bus standard used for connecting high-speed components, replacing older standards such as AGP, PCI, and PCI-X. It has gone through multiple revisions and improvements since its initial release. PCIe 1.0 was first introduced in 2002, and in order to meet the growing demand for higher bandwidth, subsequent versions have been released over time.
3
Transistor Count
1.4 billions

Memory Specifications

Memory Type
?
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
Memory Channels
?
The number of memory channels refers to the bandwidth operation for real world application.
4
ECC Memory Support
Yes

GPU Specifications

Integrated Graphics Model
?
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
342
Geekbench 6
Multi Core Score
3008
Geekbench 5
Single Core Score
430
Geekbench 5
Multi Core Score
1271
Passmark CPU
Single Core Score
1514
Passmark CPU
Multi Core Score
10590
Blender
Score
71

Compared to Other CPU

Geekbench 6 Single Core
411 +20.2%
379 +10.8%
291 -14.9%
241 -29.5%
Geekbench 6 Multi Core
3412 +13.4%
3191 +6.1%
2732 -9.2%
2487 -17.3%
Geekbench 5 Single Core
469 +9.1%
450 +4.7%
407 -5.3%
369 -14.2%
Geekbench 5 Multi Core
1417 +11.5%
1358 +6.8%
1183 -6.9%
1101 -13.4%
Passmark CPU Single Core
1579 +4.3%
1554 +2.6%
1487 -1.8%
1462 -3.4%
Passmark CPU Multi Core
11733 +10.8%
11077 +4.6%
10205 -3.6%
9713 -8.3%
Blender
224 +215.5%
172 +142.3%
M2
112 +57.7%
5 -93%