Intel Xeon E5-2690
About processor
The Intel Xeon E5-2690 processor is a powerful CPU designed for server use. With its 8 cores and 16 threads, it offers impressive multitasking capabilities, making it ideal for demanding workloads and resource-intensive applications. The base frequency of 2.9 GHz and max turbo frequency of 3.8 GHz deliver excellent performance, ensuring smooth and efficient operation even under heavy workloads.
The 20MB of L3 cache allows for quick access to frequently used data, further enhancing the processor's overall speed and responsiveness. Despite its high performance, the Xeon E5-2690 has a TDP of 135W, which is relatively efficient for a server CPU.
In benchmark tests, the Xeon E5-2690 excels in both single-core and multi-core performance, achieving a Geekbench 6 Single Core score of 1084 and a Multi-Core score of 9549. These results further highlight the processor's ability to handle a wide range of tasks simultaneously while maintaining high levels of efficiency.
Overall, the Intel Xeon E5-2690 processor is a reliable and high-performing CPU that is well-suited for server applications. Its strong multitasking capabilities, efficient power usage, and impressive benchmark results make it a solid choice for businesses and organizations in need of reliable server performance.
Basic
Label Name
Intel
Platform
Server
Launch Date
March 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 E5-2690
Code Name
Sandy Bridge-EP
Foundry
Intel
Generation
Xeon E5 (Sandy Bridge-EP)
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
2.9 GHz
Performance-core Max Turbo Frequency
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Maximum P-core turbo frequency derived from Intel® Turbo Boost Technology.
3.8 GHz
L1 Cache
64K per core
L2 Cache
256K per core
L3 Cache
20MB shared
Unlocked Multiplier
No
Multiplier
29.0
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 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.
32 nm
TDP
135 W
PCIe Version
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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
2.27 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
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
1084
Geekbench 6
Multi Core
Score
9549
Geekbench 5
Single Core
Score
638
Geekbench 5
Multi Core
Score
5202
Passmark CPU
Single Core
Score
2076
Passmark CPU
Multi Core
Score
19625
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