CPU
GPU
Core i7-4600M
Xeon X5560
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 i7-4600M is positioned at rank 71 and the Xeon X5560 is on rank 687, so the Core i7-4600M offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Core i7-4600M
Performance Per Dollar Xeon X5560
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i7-4600M | Xeon X5560 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | Equivalent pricing | Equivalent pricing |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Haswell (2013−2015) / 22 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Gainestown (2009−2010) / 45 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i7-4600M | Xeon X5560 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | Equivalent pricing | Equivalent pricing |
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 i7-4600M and Xeon X5560
Core i7-4600M
The Core i7-4600M is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 September 2013 (12 years ago). It is based on the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.9 GHz, with boost up to 3.6 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: PGA946. Thermal design power (TDP): 37 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 3,204 points. Launch price was $346.
Xeon X5560
The Xeon X5560 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 30 March 2009 (16 years ago). It is based on the Gainestown (2009−2010) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 2.8 GHz, with boost up to 3.2 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1366. Thermal design power (TDP): 95 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 3,231 points. Launch price was $44.
Processing Power
The Core i7-4600M packs 2 cores / 4 threads, while the Xeon X5560 offers 4 cores / 8 threads — the Xeon X5560 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.6 GHz on the Core i7-4600M versus 3.2 GHz on the Xeon X5560 — a 11.8% clock advantage for the Core i7-4600M (base: 2.9 GHz vs 2.8 GHz). The Core i7-4600M uses the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture (22 nm), while the Xeon X5560 uses Gainestown (2009−2010) (45 nm). In PassMark, the Core i7-4600M scores 3,204 against the Xeon X5560's 3,231 — a 0.8% lead for the Xeon X5560. L3 cache: 4 MB (total) on the Core i7-4600M vs 8 MB (total) on the Xeon X5560.
| Feature | Core i7-4600M | Xeon X5560 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 4 | 4 / 8+100% |
| Boost Clock | 3.6 GHz+12% | 3.2 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.9 GHz+4% | 2.8 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 4 MB (total) | 8 MB (total)+100% |
| L2 Cache | 256K (per core) | 256 kB (per core) |
| Process | 22 nm-51% | 45 nm |
| Architecture | Haswell (2013−2015) | Gainestown (2009−2010) |
| PassMark | 3,204 | 3,231 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | 656 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 1,025 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 2,132 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Core i7-4600M uses the PGA946 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Xeon X5560 uses LGA1366 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3L 1600 MHz on the Core i7-4600M versus DDR3-1333 on the Xeon X5560 — the Core i7-4600M supports 200% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. Memory channels: 2 (Core i7-4600M) vs 3 (Xeon X5560). Chipset compatibility: Intel HM86,Intel HM87,Intel QM87 (Core i7-4600M) and Intel X58,Intel 5520 (Xeon X5560).
| Feature | Core i7-4600M | Xeon X5560 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | PGA946 | LGA1366 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0+50% | PCIe 2.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3L 1600 MHz | 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: true (Core i7-4600M) vs VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Xeon X5560). The Core i7-4600M includes integrated graphics (Intel HD Graphics 4600), while the Xeon X5560 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i7-4600M targets Mobile, Xeon X5560 targets Workstation. Direct competitor: Xeon X5560 rivals Core i3-2100.
| Feature | Core i7-4600M | Xeon X5560 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | No |
| IGPU Model | Intel HD Graphics 4600 | — |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | true | VT-x, VT-d, EPT |
| Target Use | Mobile | Workstation |
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