Core i7-1160G7 vs Xeon E5-2670

Core i7-1160G7

4 Cores8 Thrd15 WWMax: 4.4 GHz2020

Xeon E5-2670

8 Cores16 Thrd115 WWMax: 3.3 GHz2012

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Core i7-1160G7

4 / 8

8,720

0.0%

8,901

+2.1%

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 i7-1160G7 is positioned at rank 867 and the Xeon E5-2670 is on rank 974, so the Core i7-1160G7 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar Core i7-1160G7

#855

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

1433%

#856

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

1412%

#857

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

1297%

#858

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

1291%

#859

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

1279%

#861

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

1235%

#862

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

1184%

#863

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

1182%

#864

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

1150%

#867

Core i7-1160G7

MSRP: $426|Avg: N/A

100%

#873

Celeron M 540

MSRP: $86|Avg: $20

99%

#877

Microsoft SQ1

MSRP: $300|Avg: $180

98%

#879

Core i5-6440HQ

MSRP: $250|Avg: N/A

98%

#882

Celeron Dual-Core T1600

MSRP: $150|Avg: $150

98%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Xeon E5-2670

Xeon Platinum 8454H

MSRP: $6540|Avg: N/A

36206%

Xeon Gold 6240R

MSRP: $2444|Avg: N/A

6836%

#10

Xeon 6337P

MSRP: $60|Avg: $5

6074%

#15

EPYC 9174F

MSRP: $194|Avg: $30

4692%

#535

Xeon W-3245M

MSRP: $5002|Avg: $5002

99%

#536

Xeon W-3265M

MSRP: $6300|Avg: $3500

98%

#974

Xeon E5-2670

MSRP: $1552|Avg: $60

100%

#976

Xeon X3470

MSRP: $589|Avg: $16

99%

#979

Xeon E5-2689

MSRP: $1800|Avg: $18

96%

#980

Xeon E5-2450L

MSRP: $1106|Avg: $78

95%

#981

Xeon X3480

MSRP: $612|Avg: $48

95%

#982

Xeon E5-2687W

MSRP: $1885|Avg: $70

93%

#983

Xeon E5-4610

MSRP: $1219|Avg: $50

92%

#985

Xeon X7550

MSRP: $1500|Avg: $1400

91%

#986

Xeon E7540

MSRP: $1980|Avg: $146

91%

#987

Xeon E7530

MSRP: $1391|Avg: $146

91%

#988

Xeon E5-4627 v4

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $200

90%

#989

Xeon E5-4627 v3

MSRP: $2225|Avg: $200

89%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

About PassMark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Generational Difference: This comparison involves processors from different technological eras. The Core i7-1160G7 (2020) utilizes 10 nm SuperFin technology and DDR4, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Core i7-1160G7	Xeon E5-2670
Gaming	❌ Lower gaming performance	✅ Superior gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	⚠️ Higher cost ($426)	✅ More affordable ($60)
Longevity	✨ Modern (Tiger Lake-UP4 (2020−2021) / 10 nm SuperFin)	🛑 Legacy (Sandy Bridge-EP (2012) / 32 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Xeon E5-2670 (2012) relies on 32 nm technology and DDR3, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Core i7-1160G7	Xeon E5-2670
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	✅ Better overall value (+625%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️ Higher cost ($426)	✅ More affordable ($60)

Performance Check

Paired with RTX 4090

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.

Core i7-1160G7 Benchmark Check

Xeon E5-2670 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core i7-1160G7 and Xeon E5-2670

Core i7-1160G7

The Core i7-1160G7 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2 September 2020 (5 years ago). It is based on the Tiger Lake-UP4 (2020−2021) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 1.2 GHz, with boost up to 4.4 GHz. L3 cache: 12 MB (total). L2 cache: 1.25 MB (per core). Built on 10 nm SuperFin process technology. Socket: FCBGA1598. Thermal design power (TDP): 15 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 8,720 points. Launch price was $426.

Xeon E5-2670

The Xeon E5-2670 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 6 March 2012 (13 years ago). It is based on the Sandy Bridge-EP (2012) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 2.6 GHz, with boost up to 3.3 GHz. L3 cache: 20480 kB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: LGA2011. Thermal design power (TDP): 115 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 8,901 points. Launch price was $145.

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Processing Power

The Core i7-1160G7 packs 4 cores / 8 threads, while the Xeon E5-2670 offers 8 cores / 16 threads — the Xeon E5-2670 has 4 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.4 GHz on the Core i7-1160G7 versus 3.3 GHz on the Xeon E5-2670 — a 28.6% clock advantage for the Core i7-1160G7 (base: 1.2 GHz vs 2.6 GHz). The Core i7-1160G7 uses the Tiger Lake-UP4 (2020−2021) architecture (10 nm SuperFin), while the Xeon E5-2670 uses Sandy Bridge-EP (2012) (32 nm). In PassMark, the Core i7-1160G7 scores 8,720 against the Xeon E5-2670's 8,901 — a 2.1% lead for the Xeon E5-2670. L3 cache: 12 MB (total) on the Core i7-1160G7 vs 20480 kB (total) on the Xeon E5-2670.

Feature	Core i7-1160G7	Xeon E5-2670
Cores / Threads	4 / 8	8 / 16+100%
Boost Clock	4.4 GHz+33%	3.3 GHz
Base Clock	1.2 GHz	2.6 GHz+117%
L3 Cache	12 MB (total)	20480 kB (total)+67%
L2 Cache	1.25 MB (per core)+400%	256 kB (per core)
Process	10 nm SuperFin-69%	32 nm
Architecture	Tiger Lake-UP4 (2020−2021)	Sandy Bridge-EP (2012)
PassMark	8,720	8,901+2%
Geekbench 6 Single	1,758	—

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Memory & Platform

The Core i7-1160G7 uses the FCBGA1598 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Xeon E5-2670 uses LGA2011 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches LPDDR4x-4267 on the Core i7-1160G7 versus DDR3-1600 on the Xeon E5-2670 — the Core i7-1160G7 supports 28.6% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Xeon E5-2670 supports up to 384 GB of RAM compared to 32 GB — 169.2% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 2 (Core i7-1160G7) vs 4 (Xeon E5-2670). PCIe lanes: 4 (Core i7-1160G7) vs 40 (Xeon E5-2670) — the Xeon E5-2670 offers 36 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: Tiger Lake-UP3 (Core i7-1160G7) and Intel X79,Intel C602 (Xeon E5-2670).

Feature	Core i7-1160G7	Xeon E5-2670
Socket	FCBGA1598	LGA2011
PCIe Generation	PCIe 4.0+100%	PCIe 2.0
Max RAM Speed	LPDDR4x-4267+33%	DDR3-1600
Max RAM Capacity	32 GB	384 GB+1100%
RAM Channels	2	4+100%
ECC Support	❌	✅
PCIe Lanes	4	40+900%

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Advanced Features

Neither processor supports overclocking. Only the Core i7-1160G7 supports AVX-512 instructions — important for machine learning and scientific applications. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Core i7-1160G7) vs VT-x, VT-d (Xeon E5-2670). The Core i7-1160G7 includes integrated graphics (Iris Xe Graphics 96EU), while the Xeon E5-2670 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i7-1160G7 targets Premium Ultrabook/Tablet, Xeon E5-2670 targets Server. Direct competitor: Core i7-1160G7 rivals Ryzen 7 4800U.

Feature	Core i7-1160G7	Xeon E5-2670
Integrated GPU	Yes	No
IGPU Model	Iris Xe Graphics 96EU	—
Unlocked	No	No
AVX-512	Yes	No
Virtualization	VT-x, VT-d, EPT	VT-x, VT-d
Target Use	Premium Ultrabook/Tablet	Server