Core i7-2640M vs Xeon D-1602

Core i7-2640M

2 Cores4 Thrd35 WWMax: 3.5 GHz2011

Xeon D-1602

2 Cores4 Thrd27 WWMax: 3.2 GHz2019

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Core i7-2640M

2 / 4

2,445

0.0%

2,459

+0.6%

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 i7-2640M is positioned at rank 1159 and the Xeon D-1602 is on rank 799, so the Xeon D-1602 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 i7-2640M

#1147

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

4150%

#1148

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

4089%

#1149

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

3754%

#1150

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

3737%

#1151

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

3703%

#1153

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

3576%

#1154

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

3429%

#1155

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

3423%

#1156

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

3331%

#1159

Core i7-2640M

MSRP: $346|Avg: N/A

100%

#1161

Core M-5Y71

MSRP: $281|Avg: $281

99%

#1162

Core i7-2620M

MSRP: $346|Avg: N/A

99%

#1164

Celeron N3010

MSRP: $107|Avg: N/A

97%

#1165

Core i7-3537U

MSRP: $346|Avg: N/A

96%

#1166

Core M-5Y10a

MSRP: $281|Avg: $281

96%

#1167

Core M-5Y31

MSRP: $281|Avg: $30

96%

#1168

Core M-5Y10c

MSRP: $281|Avg: $281

96%

#1170

Celeron 1047UE

MSRP: $100|Avg: $100

95%

#1171

Core M-5Y70

MSRP: $281|Avg: $281

95%

#1172

Celeron U3400

MSRP: $86|Avg: $5

95%

#1173

Celeron T1600

MSRP: $107|Avg: $15

94%

#1174

Pro A12-8800B

MSRP: $400|Avg: $40

94%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Xeon D-1602

Xeon Platinum 8454H

MSRP: $6540|Avg: N/A

16896%

Xeon Gold 6240R

MSRP: $2444|Avg: N/A

3190%

#10

Xeon 6337P

MSRP: $60|Avg: $5

2834%

#15

EPYC 9174F

MSRP: $194|Avg: $30

2190%

#459

Xeon Platinum 8568Y+

MSRP: $6497|Avg: $6497

100%

#460

Xeon E5-2686 V3

MSRP: $1500|Avg: $160

98%

#460

Xeon Gold 6242R

MSRP: $2977|Avg: $779

98%

#462

Xeon W-2175

MSRP: $1947|Avg: $180

98%

#463

EPYC 75F3

MSRP: $5383|Avg: $2799

97%

#464

Xeon W-3375

MSRP: $4951|Avg: $6000

97%

#799

Xeon D-1602

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#800

Xeon E5-2428L

MSRP: $692|Avg: $42

100%

#803

Opteron 6380

MSRP: $551|Avg: $111

99%

#812

Xeon E3-1220L

MSRP: $189|Avg: $27

97%

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 Xeon D-1602 (2019) utilizes 14 nm technology and DDR4, DDR3, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Core i7-2640M	Xeon D-1602
Gaming	✅ Superior gaming performance	❌ Lower gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	⚠️ Higher cost ($346)	✅ More affordable ($0)
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) / 32 nm)	✨ Modern (Broadwell (2015−2019) / 14 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Core i7-2640M (2011) relies on 32 nm technology and DDR3, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Core i7-2640M	Xeon D-1602
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	⚠️ Higher cost ($346)	✅ More affordable ($0)

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 i7-2640M Benchmark Check

Xeon D-1602 Benchmark Check

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core i7-2640M and Xeon D-1602

Core i7-2640M

The Core i7-2640M is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 4 September 2011 (14 years ago). It is based on the Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.8 GHz, with boost up to 3.5 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: 2,445 points. Launch price was $346.

Xeon D-1602

The Xeon D-1602 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2 April 2019 (6 years ago). It is based on the Broadwell (2015−2019) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.5 GHz, with boost up to 3.2 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1667. Thermal design power (TDP): 27 Watt. Memory support: DDR4, DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 2,459 points. Launch price was $106.

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Processing Power

Both the Core i7-2640M and Xeon D-1602 share an identical 2-core/4-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 3.5 GHz on the Core i7-2640M versus 3.2 GHz on the Xeon D-1602 — a 9% clock advantage for the Core i7-2640M (base: 2.8 GHz vs 2.5 GHz). The Core i7-2640M uses the Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) architecture (32 nm), while the Xeon D-1602 uses Broadwell (2015−2019) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Core i7-2640M scores 2,445 against the Xeon D-1602's 2,459 — a 0.6% lead for the Xeon D-1602. L3 cache: 4 MB on the Core i7-2640M vs 3 MB on the Xeon D-1602.

Feature	Core i7-2640M	Xeon D-1602
Cores / Threads	2 / 4	2 / 4
Boost Clock	3.5 GHz+9%	3.2 GHz
Base Clock	2.8 GHz+12%	2.5 GHz
L3 Cache	4 MB+33%	3 MB
L2 Cache	512 kB	512 kB
Process	32 nm	14 nm-56%
Architecture	Sandy Bridge (2011−2013)	Broadwell (2015−2019)
PassMark	2,445	2,459
Geekbench 6 Single	563	—
Geekbench 6 Multi	1,184	—

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Memory & Platform

The Core i7-2640M uses the PGA988 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Xeon D-1602 uses FCBGA1667 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.

Feature	Core i7-2640M	Xeon D-1602
Socket	PGA988	FCBGA1667
PCIe Generation	PCIe 2.0	PCIe 3.0+50%
Max RAM Speed	1333	—
Max RAM Capacity	16	—
RAM Channels	2	—
ECC Support	❌	—
PCIe Lanes	16	—

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Advanced Features

Virtualization: true (Core i7-2640M) / not specified (Xeon D-1602). The Core i7-2640M includes integrated graphics (Intel HD Graphics 3000), while the Xeon D-1602 requires a dedicated GPU. Direct competitor: Core i7-2640M rivals Phenom II Black Edition N660.