Intel Xeon X5660
About processor
The Intel Xeon X5660 processor is a solid option for server use, offering reliable performance and efficient power usage. With a code name of Westmere-EP and built on 32nm technology, this processor boasts 6 total cores and 12 threads, making it capable of handling demanding server workloads with ease. The base frequency of 2.8 GHz and max turbo frequency of 3.2 GHz ensure smooth and responsive operation, while the 12MB L3 cache helps to keep data access lag to a minimum.
One of the standout features of the Xeon X5660 is its low TDP of 95W, meaning it can deliver high performance without consuming excessive power or generating excessive heat. This makes it an excellent choice for energy-efficient server setups. In benchmark testing, the X5660 achieves impressive scores, with a Geekbench 6 single-core score of 471 and a multi-core score of 2075.
Overall, the Intel Xeon X5660 is a reliable and capable processor for server use, offering strong performance, energy efficiency, and solid benchmark results. If you're looking for a dependable server CPU that can handle demanding workloads without breaking the bank, the X5660 is definitely worth considering.
Basic
Label Name
Intel
Platform
Server
Launch Date
March 2010
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 X5660
Code Name
Westmere-EP
Foundry
Intel
Generation
Xeon (Westmere-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).
6
Total Threads
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Where applicable, Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology is only available on Performance-cores.
12
Performance-core Base Frequency
2.8 GHz
Performance-core Max Turbo Frequency
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Maximum P-core turbo frequency derived from Intel® Turbo Boost Technology.
3.2 GHz
L1 Cache
64K per core
L2 Cache
256K per core
L3 Cache
12MB shared
Unlocked Multiplier
No
Multiplier
21.0
Bus Frequency
133MHz
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 1366
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
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.
2
Transistor Count
1.17 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
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The number of memory channels refers to the bandwidth operation for real world application.
3
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
471
Geekbench 6
Multi Core
Score
2075
Geekbench 5
Single Core
Score
567
Geekbench 5
Multi Core
Score
5433
Passmark CPU
Single Core
Score
1377
Passmark CPU
Multi Core
Score
6054
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