Core i7-3770S vs Xeon X5670
Core i7-3770S
Xeon X5670
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 i7-3770S is positioned at rank 691 and the Xeon X5670 is on rank 469, so the Xeon X5670 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Core i7-3770S
Performance Per Dollar Xeon X5670
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i7-3770S | Xeon X5670 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($250) | ✅ More affordable ($30) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) / 22 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Westmere-EP (2010−2011) / 32 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i7-3770S | Xeon X5670 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+732%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($250) | ✅ More affordable ($30) |
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 i7-3770S and Xeon X5670
Core i7-3770S
The Core i7-3770S is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 29 April 2012 (13 years ago). It is based on the Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.1 GHz, with boost up to 3.9 GHz. L3 cache: 8192 kB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1155. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 6,173 points. Launch price was $330.
Xeon X5670
The Xeon X5670 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 16 March 2010 (15 years ago). It is based on the Westmere-EP (2010−2011) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 2.93 GHz, with boost up to 3.33 GHz. L3 cache: 12 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1366. Thermal design power (TDP): 95 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 6,160 points. Launch price was $67.
Processing Power
The Core i7-3770S packs 4 cores / 8 threads, while the Xeon X5670 offers 6 cores / 12 threads — the Xeon X5670 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.9 GHz on the Core i7-3770S versus 3.33 GHz on the Xeon X5670 — a 15.8% clock advantage for the Core i7-3770S (base: 3.1 GHz vs 2.93 GHz). The Core i7-3770S uses the Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) architecture (22 nm), while the Xeon X5670 uses Westmere-EP (2010−2011) (32 nm). In PassMark, the Core i7-3770S scores 6,173 against the Xeon X5670's 6,160 — a 0.2% lead for the Core i7-3770S. L3 cache: 8192 kB (total) on the Core i7-3770S vs 12 MB (total) on the Xeon X5670.
| Feature | Core i7-3770S | Xeon X5670 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 8 | 6 / 12+50% |
| Boost Clock | 3.9 GHz+17% | 3.33 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.1 GHz+6% | 2.93 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 8192 kB (total) | 12 MB (total)+50% |
| L2 Cache | 256 kB (per core) | 256 kB (per core) |
| Process | 22 nm-31% | 32 nm |
| Architecture | Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) | Westmere-EP (2010−2011) |
| PassMark | 6,173 | 6,160 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | 4,500 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 694 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 2,303 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Core i7-3770S uses the LGA1155 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Xeon X5670 uses LGA1366 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR3-1600 memory speed. Memory channels: 2 (Core i7-3770S) vs 3 (Xeon X5670). Chipset compatibility: Z77,H77,B75,Z68,P67,H67 (Core i7-3770S) and Intel X58,Intel 5520 (Xeon X5670).
| Feature | Core i7-3770S | Xeon X5670 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1155 | LGA1366 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0+50% | PCIe 2.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1600 | DDR3-1333 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 32 GB | — |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 3+50% |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | — |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d (Core i7-3770S) vs VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Xeon X5670). The Core i7-3770S includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics 4000), while the Xeon X5670 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i7-3770S targets Budget, Xeon X5670 targets Workstation. Direct competitor: Xeon X5670 rivals Core i7-980X.
| Feature | Core i7-3770S | Xeon X5670 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | No |
| IGPU Model | HD Graphics 4000 | — |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | VT-x, VT-d, EPT |
| Target Use | Budget | Workstation |
Value Analysis
The Core i7-3770S launched at $250 MSRP, while the Xeon X5670 debuted at $67. At current prices ($250 vs $30), the Xeon X5670 is $220 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i7-3770S delivers 24.7 pts/$ vs 205.3 pts/$ for the Xeon X5670 — making the Xeon X5670 the 157.1% better value option.
| Feature | Core i7-3770S | Xeon X5670 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $250 | $67-73% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $250 | $30-88% |
| Performance per Dollar | 24.7 | 205.3+731% |
| Release Date | 2012 | 2010 |
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