Intel Xeon E5-2680

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Performance
10,99030% of 36,991

The Xeon E5-2680 has 30% of the performance compared to the leader for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark: AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.

Performance per dollar

We do not have performance per dollar data for the Xeon E5-2680 for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

Specs at a glance
Cores / Threads8 / 16
Memory SupportDDR3
Clock2.7 GHz / 3.5 GHz
Release DateQ1 2012
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Summary

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About the Intel Xeon E5-2680 CPU

The Intel Xeon E5-2680 is a 8-core (16-thread) processor built for the server CPU market. It launched in Q1 2012. It is part of Intel's Xeon E5 lineup, which is based on the Sandy Bridge-EP microarchitecture. The E5-2680 is compatible with Intel Socket 2011 motherboards and is fabricated on Intel's 32 nm manufacturing process.

Memory and Cache

The Xeon E5-2680 supports DDR3 memory and features a quad-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 4 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Xeon E5-2680 has multiple levels of cache. Its L1 cache, which is the smallest and fastest, is 64 KB in size, providing rapid access to crucial instructions. Its L2 cache, at 256 KB, is larger but slower than the L1. Its L3 cache, a shared resource among the CPU's cores, has a capacity of 20 MB.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Xeon E5-2680 features 8 total cores which can process 16 threads simultaneously. The multi-threading capability allows the CPU to execute multiple computational tasks in parallel. The base clock speed of the CPU is 2.7 GHz, and it can boost up to 3.5 GHz under heavy workloads. Higher clock speeds result in better performance for the same microarchitecture. The multiplier is locked, making it incapable of overclocking for pushing performance further.

Integrated Graphics

The Xeon E5-2680 does not include an integrated graphics solution. A dedicated graphics card will be required if you require a monitor with your computer.

Benchmark Performance

The Xeon E5-2680 has the 223rd best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 29.71% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.

General Info

General overview of the CPU, including details like its manufacturer, release date, launch price, and current production status.

InfoValue
ManufacturerIntel
SeriesXeon E5
Market SegmentServer
Release DateQ1 2012
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Benchmark Performance

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Performance
10,99030% of 36,991

The Xeon E5-2680 has 30% of the performance compared to the leader for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark: AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.

The Xeon E5-2680 is ranked 223rd with a score of 10,990.

Performance per dollar

We do not have performance per dollar data for the Xeon E5-2680 for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

Relative Performance

Xeon E5-2680's average score in the benchmark can be compared to similar CPUs to assess relative performance. Generally, more powerful CPUs tend to have higher scores.

CPUBenchmark Performance
Xeon E-2176G14,662+33%
Xeon E5-2697 v213,219+20%
Xeon E5-2680 v413,047+19%
Xeon E5-268010,990
Xeon E3-1280 v510,510-4%
Xeon E3-1231 v39,349-15%
Xeon E3-1230 v38,993-18%

Relative Value For Money

Xeon E5-2680's average performance per dollar in the benchmark can be compared to similar CPUs to assess relative value. A higher score generally implies better value for your moeny.

CPUPerformance Per Dollar
Our database does not have enough data to compare the benchmark performance per dollar with other CPUs.

Benchmark Scores

This table showcases the Xeon E5-2680's average performance scores across industry-standard CPU benchmark tests. These scores provide a valuable insight into overall performance. Powerful CPUs tend to have higher scores.

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BenchmarkValue
3DMark 11 Performance Physics
10,990
Geekbench 6.2 Multi-Core
3,391
Geekbench 6.2 Single-Core
538
CPU Mark Multi-Thread
9,404
CPU Mark Single-Thread
1,554
Benchmarks Source: Notebookcheck

Technical Specs

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Manufacturing Details

Information about the CPU's manufacturing like its foundry, process size, and transistor count.

SpecValue
ManufacturerIntel
FoundryIntel
Process Size32 nm
Transistors2,270 million

Architecture

CPU architecture specs like its memory channels, memory support, and microarchitecture. Newer CPU architectures can minimize bottlenecks and improve execution efficiency using more advanced techniques.

SpecValue
SeriesXeon E5
MicroarchitectureSandy Bridge-EP
CodenameSandy Bridge-EP
Memory SupportDDR3
Memory ChannelsQuad-channel
ECC MemoryYes

Cores & Clock Speeds

Processing power information like its cores and clock speed. These specs impact how fast they can handle instructions and tasks. These have a strong impact on the CPU's performance.

SpecValue
Cores8
Threads16
Clock Speed2.7 GHz
Turbo Clock3.5 GHz
Base Clock100 MHz
Multiplier27.0x
Multiplier UnlockedNo

Cache

CPU cache specs like its L1 & L2 cache. These provide the CPU with a small, but super-fast memory access. A larger cache can improve a CPU's performance.

SpecValue
L1 Cache64 KB
L2 Cache256 KB
L3 Cache20 MB

Compatibility & Power Consumption

Compatibility and power consumption information like its socket type, thermal design power, power limits. These can help verify the CPU's compatibility with other PC components.

SpecValue
SocketIntel Socket 2011
PCI ExpressPCIe 3.0
Thermal Design Power (TDP)130 W
TJ Max85 °C

Graphics, Features, & Extensions

Additional CPU features like its bundled cooler, integrated graphics, and extensions/technologies.

SpecValue
Extensions / TechnologiesMMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.2, AVX, EIST, Intel 64, XD bit, TXT, VT-x, VT-d, HTT, AES-NI, 8.0GT/s QPI

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* Performance rating, performance per dollar, and rankings are based on the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark and MSRP.