Xeon E5-1660 v2 vs Core i7-8700T
Xeon E5-1660 v2
Core i7-8700T
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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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. The Xeon E5-1660 v2 is positioned at rank #352 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
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Performance Per Dollar Xeon E5-1660 v2
Performance Per Dollar Core i7-8700T
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon E5-1660 v2 | Core i7-8700T |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | Balanced gaming performance | Balanced gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($196) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Ivy Bridge-E (2013) / 22 nm) | ✨ Modern (Coffee Lake (2017−2019) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon E5-1660 v2 | Core i7-8700T |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($196) |
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 Xeon E5-1660 v2 and Core i7-8700T
Xeon E5-1660 v2
The Xeon E5-1660 v2 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 September 2013 (12 years ago). It is based on the Ivy Bridge-E (2013) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 3.7 GHz, with boost up to 4 GHz. L3 cache: 15 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA2011. Thermal design power (TDP): 130 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 10,332 points. Launch price was $1,809.
Core i7-8700T
The Core i7-8700T is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2 April 2018 (7 years ago). It is based on the Coffee Lake (2017−2019) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 2.4 GHz, with boost up to 4 GHz. L3 cache: 12 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1151. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2666. Passmark benchmark score: 10,213 points. Launch price was $303.
Processing Power
Both the Xeon E5-1660 v2 and Core i7-8700T share an identical 6-core/12-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 4 GHz on the Xeon E5-1660 v2 versus 4 GHz on the Core i7-8700T — identical boost frequencies (base: 3.7 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The Xeon E5-1660 v2 uses the Ivy Bridge-E (2013) architecture (22 nm), while the Core i7-8700T uses Coffee Lake (2017−2019) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon E5-1660 v2 scores 10,332 against the Core i7-8700T's 10,213 — a 1.2% lead for the Xeon E5-1660 v2. L3 cache: 15 MB (total) on the Xeon E5-1660 v2 vs 12 MB (total) on the Core i7-8700T.
| Feature | Xeon E5-1660 v2 | Core i7-8700T |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 6 / 12 | 6 / 12 |
| Boost Clock | 4 GHz | 4 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.7 GHz+54% | 2.4 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 15 MB (total)+25% | 12 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 256 kB (per core) | 256K (per core) |
| Process | 22 nm | 14 nm-36% |
| Architecture | Ivy Bridge-E (2013) | Coffee Lake (2017−2019) |
| PassMark | 10,332+1% | 10,213 |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon E5-1660 v2 uses the LGA2011 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i7-8700T uses LGA1151 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Xeon E5-1660 v2 | Core i7-8700T |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA2011 | LGA1151 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
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