CPU
GPU
Core i7-2620M
Xeon L3360
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 i7-2620M is positioned at rank 1162 and the Xeon L3360 is on rank 809, so the Xeon L3360 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Core i7-2620M
Performance Per Dollar Xeon L3360
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i7-2620M | Xeon L3360 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($346) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) / 32 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Legacy / 45 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i7-2620M | Xeon L3360 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($346) | ✅ 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 i7-2620M and Xeon L3360
Core i7-2620M
The Core i7-2620M is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 20 February 2011 (14 years ago). It is based on the Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.7 GHz, with boost up to 3.4 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: PGA988. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 2,424 points. Launch price was $346.
Xeon L3360
The Xeon L3360 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2015-01-01. Base frequency: 2.83 GHz. L3 cache: 12 MB L2 Cache. Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: LGA775. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 2,412 points. Launch price was $800.
Processing Power
The Core i7-2620M is built on the Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) architecture. In PassMark, the Core i7-2620M scores 2,424 against the Xeon L3360's 2,412 — a 0.5% lead for the Core i7-2620M. L3 cache: 4 MB on the Core i7-2620M vs 12 MB L2 Cache on the Xeon L3360.
| Feature | Core i7-2620M | Xeon L3360 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 4 | — |
| Boost Clock | 3.4 GHz | — |
| Base Clock | 2.7 GHz | 2.83 GHz+5% |
| L3 Cache | 4 MB | 12 MB L2 Cache+200% |
| L2 Cache | 512 kB | — |
| Process | 32 nm-29% | 45 nm |
| Architecture | Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) | — |
| PassMark | 2,424 | 2,412 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 509 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 1,222 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Core i7-2620M uses the PGA988 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Xeon L3360 uses LGA775 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Core i7-2620M | Xeon L3360 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | PGA988 | LGA775 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 2.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1333 | — |
| Max RAM Capacity | 16 GB | — |
| RAM Channels | 2 | — |
| ECC Support | ❌ | — |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | — |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: VT-x, VT-d (Core i7-2620M) / not specified (Xeon L3360). The Core i7-2620M includes integrated graphics (HD 3000), while the Xeon L3360 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i7-2620M targets Budget. Direct competitor: Core i7-2620M rivals Core i5-2410M.
| Feature | Core i7-2620M | Xeon L3360 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | — |
| IGPU Model | HD 3000 | — |
| Unlocked | No | — |
| AVX-512 | No | — |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | — |
| Target Use | Budget | — |
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