Core i5-7640X vs Xeon W3680
Core i5-7640X
Xeon W3680
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 i5-7640X is positioned at rank 619 and the Xeon W3680 is on rank 817, so the Core i5-7640X offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Core i5-7640X
Performance Per Dollar Xeon W3680
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i5-7640X | Xeon W3680 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($85) | ✅ More affordable ($26) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Kaby Lake-X (2017) / 14 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Gulftown (2010−2011) / 32 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i5-7640X | Xeon W3680 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+225%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($85) | ✅ More affordable ($26) |
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 i5-7640X and Xeon W3680
Core i5-7640X
The Core i5-7640X is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 26 June 2017 (8 years ago). It is based on the Kaby Lake-X (2017) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 4 GHz, with boost up to 4.2 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA2066. Thermal design power (TDP): 112 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2666. Passmark benchmark score: 7,060 points. Launch price was $242.
Xeon W3680
The Xeon W3680 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 16 March 2010 (15 years ago). It is based on the Gulftown (2010−2011) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 3.33 GHz, with boost up to 3.6 GHz. L3 cache: 12 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1366. Thermal design power (TDP): 130 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 7,025 points. Launch price was $350.
Processing Power
The Core i5-7640X packs 4 cores / 4 threads, while the Xeon W3680 offers 6 cores / 12 threads — the Xeon W3680 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.2 GHz on the Core i5-7640X versus 3.6 GHz on the Xeon W3680 — a 15.4% clock advantage for the Core i5-7640X (base: 4 GHz vs 3.33 GHz). The Core i5-7640X uses the Kaby Lake-X (2017) architecture (14 nm), while the Xeon W3680 uses Gulftown (2010−2011) (32 nm). In PassMark, the Core i5-7640X scores 7,060 against the Xeon W3680's 7,025 — a 0.5% lead for the Core i5-7640X. L3 cache: 6 MB (total) on the Core i5-7640X vs 12 MB (total) on the Xeon W3680.
| Feature | Core i5-7640X | Xeon W3680 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 4 | 6 / 12+50% |
| Boost Clock | 4.2 GHz+17% | 3.6 GHz |
| Base Clock | 4 GHz+20% | 3.33 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 6 MB (total) | 12 MB (total)+100% |
| L2 Cache | 256K (per core) | 256 kB (per core) |
| Process | 14 nm-56% | 32 nm |
| Architecture | Kaby Lake-X (2017) | Gulftown (2010−2011) |
| PassMark | 7,060 | 7,025 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | 3,726 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 1,419 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 3,726 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Core i5-7640X uses the LGA2066 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Xeon W3680 uses LGA1366 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Core i5-7640X | Xeon W3680 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA2066 | LGA1366 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0+50% | PCIe 2.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4-2666 | — |
| Max RAM Capacity | 64 GB | — |
| RAM Channels | 2 | — |
| ECC Support | ❌ | — |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | — |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: Yes (Core i5-7640X) / not specified (Xeon W3680). Primary use case: Core i5-7640X targets Desktop.
| Feature | Core i5-7640X | Xeon W3680 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | — |
| Unlocked | Yes | — |
| AVX-512 | No | — |
| Virtualization | Yes | — |
| Target Use | Desktop | — |
Value Analysis
The Core i5-7640X launched at $249 MSRP, while the Xeon W3680 debuted at $594. At current prices ($85 vs $26), the Xeon W3680 is $59 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i5-7640X delivers 83.1 pts/$ vs 270.2 pts/$ for the Xeon W3680 — making the Xeon W3680 the 105.9% better value option.
| Feature | Core i5-7640X | Xeon W3680 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $249-58% | $594 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $85 | $26-69% |
| Performance per Dollar | 83.1 | 270.2+225% |
| Release Date | 2017 | 2010 |
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