Core 2 Duo E8700 vs Xeon X5472
Core 2 Duo E8700
Xeon X5472
Performance Spectrum - CPU
About PassMark
PassMark CPU Mark evaluates processor speed through complex mathematical computations. It provides a reliable metric to compare multi-core performance, where higher scores indicate faster processing for multitasking, gaming, and heavy workloads.
Value Upgrade Path
This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money. The Core 2 Duo E8700 is positioned at rank 1020 and the Xeon X5472 is on rank 835, so the Xeon X5472 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
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Performance Per Dollar Core 2 Duo E8700
Performance Per Dollar Xeon X5472
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core 2 Duo E8700 | Xeon X5472 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($30) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Wolfdale (2008−2010) / 45 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Harpertown (2007−2008) / 45 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core 2 Duo E8700 | Xeon X5472 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($30) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
Performance Check
To accurately isolate CPU performance, all benchmarks below use an NVIDIA RTX 4090 as the reference GPU. This eliminates GPU-side bottlenecks and highlights pure processing throughput differences between the CPUs.
Note: Real-world results may vary based on your actual GPU. CPU performance impact is more visible in processing-intensive titles and high-refresh-rate gaming scenarios.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of Core 2 Duo E8700 and Xeon X5472
Core 2 Duo E8700
The Core 2 Duo E8700 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2008-01-01. It is based on the Wolfdale (2008−2010) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 3.5 GHz, with boost up to 3.5 GHz. L2 cache: 6 MB (total). Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: LGA775. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR1, DDR2, DDR3 Depends on motherboard. Passmark benchmark score: 2,212 points. Launch price was $249.
Xeon X5472
The Xeon X5472 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 11 November 2007 (18 years ago). It is based on the Harpertown (2007−2008) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3 GHz, with boost up to 3 GHz. L3 cache: 12 MB L2 Cache. L2 cache: 6 MB (total). Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: LGA771. Thermal design power (TDP): 120 Watt. Memory support: DDR2, DDR3 Depends on motherboard. Passmark benchmark score: 2,243 points. Launch price was $958.
Processing Power
The Core 2 Duo E8700 packs 2 cores / 2 threads, while the Xeon X5472 offers 4 cores / 4 threads — the Xeon X5472 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.5 GHz on the Core 2 Duo E8700 versus 3 GHz on the Xeon X5472 — a 15.4% clock advantage for the Core 2 Duo E8700 (base: 3.5 GHz vs 3 GHz). The Core 2 Duo E8700 uses the Wolfdale (2008−2010) architecture (45 nm), while the Xeon X5472 uses Harpertown (2007−2008) (45 nm). In PassMark, the Core 2 Duo E8700 scores 2,212 against the Xeon X5472's 2,243 — a 1.4% lead for the Xeon X5472.
| Feature | Core 2 Duo E8700 | Xeon X5472 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2 | 4 / 4+100% |
| Boost Clock | 3.5 GHz+17% | 3 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.5 GHz+17% | 3 GHz |
| L3 Cache | — | 12 MB L2 Cache |
| L2 Cache | 6 MB (total) | 6 MB (total) |
| Process | 45 nm | 45 nm |
| Architecture | Wolfdale (2008−2010) | Harpertown (2007−2008) |
| PassMark | 2,212 | 2,243+1% |
Memory & Platform
The Core 2 Duo E8700 uses the LGA775 socket (PCIe 1.1), while the Xeon X5472 uses LGA771 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Core 2 Duo E8700 | Xeon X5472 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA775 | LGA771 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 1.1 | PCIe 2.0+82% |
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