CPU
GPU
Xeon E5-1660
Core i7-8809G
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 Xeon E5-1660 is positioned at rank 924 and the Core i7-8809G is on rank 904, so the Core i7-8809G offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Xeon E5-1660
Performance Per Dollar Core i7-8809G
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon E5-1660 | Core i7-8809G |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($29) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($450) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Sandy Bridge-E (2011−2013) / 32 nm) | ✨ Modern (Kaby Lake G (2018) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon E5-1660 | Core i7-8809G |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+1429%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($29) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($450) |
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 and Core i7-8809G
Xeon E5-1660
The Xeon E5-1660 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 6 March 2012 (13 years ago). It is based on the Sandy Bridge-E (2011−2013) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 3.3 GHz, with boost up to 3.9 GHz. L3 cache: 15360 kB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: LGA2011. Thermal design power (TDP): 130 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 8,324 points. Launch price was $290.
Core i7-8809G
The Core i7-8809G is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 February 2018 (7 years ago). It is based on the Kaby Lake G (2018) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.1 GHz, with boost up to 4.2 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA2270. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2400. Passmark benchmark score: 8,448 points. Launch price was $149.
Processing Power
The Xeon E5-1660 packs 6 cores / 12 threads, while the Core i7-8809G offers 4 cores / 8 threads — the Xeon E5-1660 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.9 GHz on the Xeon E5-1660 versus 4.2 GHz on the Core i7-8809G — a 7.4% clock advantage for the Core i7-8809G (base: 3.3 GHz vs 3.1 GHz). The Xeon E5-1660 uses the Sandy Bridge-E (2011−2013) architecture (32 nm), while the Core i7-8809G uses Kaby Lake G (2018) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon E5-1660 scores 8,324 against the Core i7-8809G's 8,448 — a 1.5% lead for the Core i7-8809G. L3 cache: 15360 kB (total) on the Xeon E5-1660 vs 8 MB (total) on the Core i7-8809G.
| Feature | Xeon E5-1660 | Core i7-8809G |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 6 / 12+50% | 4 / 8 |
| Boost Clock | 3.9 GHz | 4.2 GHz+8% |
| Base Clock | 3.3 GHz+6% | 3.1 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 15360 kB (total)+88% | 8 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 256 kB (per core) | 256K (per core) |
| Process | 32 nm | 14 nm-56% |
| Architecture | Sandy Bridge-E (2011−2013) | Kaby Lake G (2018) |
| PassMark | 8,324 | 8,448+1% |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon E5-1660 uses the LGA2011 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Core i7-8809G uses FCBGA2270 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Xeon E5-1660 | Core i7-8809G |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA2011 | FCBGA2270 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 3.0+50% |
Value Analysis
The Xeon E5-1660 launched at $1080 MSRP, while the Core i7-8809G debuted at $450. At current prices ($29 vs $450), the Xeon E5-1660 is $421 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon E5-1660 delivers 287.0 pts/$ vs 18.8 pts/$ for the Core i7-8809G — making the Xeon E5-1660 the 175.4% better value option.
| Feature | Xeon E5-1660 | Core i7-8809G |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $1080 | $450-58% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $29-94% | $450 |
| Performance per Dollar | 287.0+1427% | 18.8 |
| Release Date | 2012 | 2018 |
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