Core i5-7600T vs Xeon E5-1620
Core i5-7600T
Xeon E5-1620
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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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 i5-7600T is positioned at rank 591 and the Xeon E5-1620 is on rank 953, so the Core i5-7600T offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Core i5-7600T
Performance Per Dollar Xeon E5-1620
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i5-7600T | Xeon E5-1620 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($60) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($70) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Kaby Lake (2016−2019) / 14 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Sandy Bridge-E (2011−2013) / 32 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i5-7600T | Xeon E5-1620 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+16%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($60) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($70) |
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 i5-7600T and Xeon E5-1620
Core i5-7600T
The Core i5-7600T is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 3 January 2017 (8 years ago). It is based on the Kaby Lake (2016−2019) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.8 GHz, with boost up to 3.7 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1151. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 5,827 points. Launch price was $224.
Xeon E5-1620
The Xeon E5-1620 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 6 March 2012 (13 years ago). It is based on the Sandy Bridge-E (2011−2013) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.6 GHz, with boost up to 3.8 GHz. L3 cache: 10240 kB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: LGA2011. Thermal design power (TDP): 130 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 5,848 points. Launch price was $313.
Processing Power
The Core i5-7600T packs 4 cores / 4 threads, matching the Xeon E5-1620's 4 cores. Boost clocks reach 3.7 GHz on the Core i5-7600T versus 3.8 GHz on the Xeon E5-1620 — a 2.7% clock advantage for the Xeon E5-1620 (base: 2.8 GHz vs 3.6 GHz). The Core i5-7600T uses the Kaby Lake (2016−2019) architecture (14 nm), while the Xeon E5-1620 uses Sandy Bridge-E (2011−2013) (32 nm). In PassMark, the Core i5-7600T scores 5,827 against the Xeon E5-1620's 5,848 — a 0.4% lead for the Xeon E5-1620. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 1,243 vs 612, a 68% lead for the Core i5-7600T that directly translates to higher frame rates. L3 cache: 6 MB (total) on the Core i5-7600T vs 10240 kB (total) on the Xeon E5-1620.
| Feature | Core i5-7600T | Xeon E5-1620 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 4 | 4 / 8 |
| Boost Clock | 3.7 GHz | 3.8 GHz+3% |
| Base Clock | 2.8 GHz | 3.6 GHz+29% |
| L3 Cache | 6 MB (total) | 10240 kB (total)+67% |
| L2 Cache | 256K (per core) | 256 kB (per core) |
| Process | 14 nm-56% | 32 nm |
| Architecture | Kaby Lake (2016−2019) | Sandy Bridge-E (2011−2013) |
| PassMark | 5,827 | 5,848 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 3,469 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 1,243+103% | 612 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 2,250 |
Memory & Platform
The Core i5-7600T uses the LGA1151 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Xeon E5-1620 uses LGA2011 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR4-2400 on the Core i5-7600T versus DDR3-1600 on the Xeon E5-1620 — the Core i5-7600T supports 28.6% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Xeon E5-1620 supports up to 375 GB of RAM compared to 64 GB — 141.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 2 (Core i5-7600T) vs 4 (Xeon E5-1620). PCIe lanes: 16 (Core i5-7600T) vs 40 (Xeon E5-1620) — the Xeon E5-1620 offers 24 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: B250,H270,Z270 (Core i5-7600T) and Intel C600,Intel X79 (Xeon E5-1620).
| Feature | Core i5-7600T | Xeon E5-1620 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1151 | LGA2011 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0+50% | PCIe 2.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4-2400+33% | DDR3-1600 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 64 GB | 375 GB+486% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 4+100% |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | 40+150% |
Advanced Features
Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Core i5-7600T) vs true (Xeon E5-1620). The Core i5-7600T includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics 630), while the Xeon E5-1620 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i5-7600T targets Low Power Desktop. Direct competitor: Core i5-7600T rivals Ryzen 3 1300X.
| Feature | Core i5-7600T | Xeon E5-1620 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | No |
| IGPU Model | HD Graphics 630 | — |
| Unlocked | No | — |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d, EPT | true |
| Target Use | Low Power Desktop | — |
Value Analysis
The Core i5-7600T launched at $192 MSRP, while the Xeon E5-1620 debuted at $885. At current prices ($60 vs $70), the Core i5-7600T is $10 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i5-7600T delivers 97.1 pts/$ vs 83.5 pts/$ for the Xeon E5-1620 — making the Core i5-7600T the 15% better value option.
| Feature | Core i5-7600T | Xeon E5-1620 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $192-78% | $885 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $60-14% | $70 |
| Performance per Dollar | 97.1+16% | 83.5 |
| Release Date | 2017 | 2012 |
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