Xeon E5-1680 v2 vs Xeon E5-2667 v3
Xeon E5-1680 v2
Xeon E5-2667 v3
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. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money. The Xeon E5-1680 v2 is positioned at rank 943 and the Xeon E5-2667 v3 is on rank 964, so the Xeon E5-1680 v2 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
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Performance Per Dollar Xeon E5-1680 v2
Performance Per Dollar Xeon E5-2667 v3
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon E5-1680 v2 | Xeon E5-2667 v3 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | Equivalent pricing | Equivalent pricing |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Ivy Bridge-EP (2013) / 22 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Haswell-EP (2014−2015) / 22 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon E5-1680 v2 | Xeon E5-2667 v3 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+1%) |
| 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 Xeon E5-1680 v2 and Xeon E5-2667 v3
Xeon E5-1680 v2
The Xeon E5-1680 v2 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2015-01-01. It is based on the Ivy Bridge-EP (2013) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 3 GHz, with boost up to 3.9 GHz. L3 cache: 25 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA2011. Thermal design power (TDP): 130 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-800, DDR3-1066, DDR3-1333, DDR3-1600, DDR3-1866. Passmark benchmark score: 12,396 points. Launch price was $800.
Xeon E5-2667 v3
The Xeon E5-2667 v3 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2015-01-01. It is based on the Haswell-EP (2014−2015) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 3.2 GHz, with boost up to 3.6 GHz. L3 cache: 20 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA2011. Thermal design power (TDP): 135 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-1600, DDR4-1866, DDR4-2133. Passmark benchmark score: 12,474 points. Launch price was $800.
Processing Power
Both the Xeon E5-1680 v2 and Xeon E5-2667 v3 share an identical 8-core/16-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 3.9 GHz on the Xeon E5-1680 v2 versus 3.6 GHz on the Xeon E5-2667 v3 — a 8% clock advantage for the Xeon E5-1680 v2 (base: 3 GHz vs 3.2 GHz). The Xeon E5-1680 v2 uses the Ivy Bridge-EP (2013) architecture (22 nm), while the Xeon E5-2667 v3 uses Haswell-EP (2014−2015) (22 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon E5-1680 v2 scores 12,396 against the Xeon E5-2667 v3's 12,474 — a 0.6% lead for the Xeon E5-2667 v3. L3 cache: 25 MB (total) on the Xeon E5-1680 v2 vs 20 MB (total) on the Xeon E5-2667 v3.
| Feature | Xeon E5-1680 v2 | Xeon E5-2667 v3 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 8 / 16 | 8 / 16 |
| Boost Clock | 3.9 GHz+8% | 3.6 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3 GHz | 3.2 GHz+7% |
| L3 Cache | 25 MB (total)+25% | 20 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 256K (per core) | 256K (per core) |
| Process | 22 nm | 22 nm |
| Architecture | Ivy Bridge-EP (2013) | Haswell-EP (2014−2015) |
| PassMark | 12,396 | 12,474 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | 8,579 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 750 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 4,500 | — |
Memory & Platform
Both processors use the LGA2011 socket with PCIe 3.0. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3-1866 on the Xeon E5-1680 v2 versus DDR4-2133 on the Xeon E5-2667 v3 — the Xeon E5-2667 v3 supports 28.6% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Xeon E5-2667 v3 supports up to 768 GB of RAM compared to 256 GB — 100% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 4-channel memory with ECC support. Both provide 40 PCIe lanes. Chipset compatibility: C602,X79 (Xeon E5-1680 v2) and Intel X99,Intel C612 (Xeon E5-2667 v3).
| Feature | Xeon E5-1680 v2 | Xeon E5-2667 v3 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA2011 | LGA2011 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1866 | DDR4-2133+33% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 256 GB | 768 GB+200% |
| RAM Channels | 4 | 4 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 40 | 40 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Xeon E5-1680 v2) / not specified (Xeon E5-2667 v3). Primary use case: Xeon E5-1680 v2 targets Server/Workstation. Direct competitor: Xeon E5-1680 v2 rivals Core i7-4960X.
| Feature | Xeon E5-1680 v2 | Xeon E5-2667 v3 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| IGPU Model | None | — |
| Unlocked | Yes | — |
| AVX-512 | No | — |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d, EPT | — |
| Target Use | Server/Workstation | — |
Value Analysis
The Xeon E5-1680 v2 launched at $1723 MSRP, while the Xeon E5-2667 v3 debuted at $2057. At current prices ($150 vs $150), the Xeon E5-2667 v3 is $0 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon E5-1680 v2 delivers 82.6 pts/$ vs 83.2 pts/$ for the Xeon E5-2667 v3 — making the Xeon E5-2667 v3 the 0.6% better value option.
| Feature | Xeon E5-1680 v2 | Xeon E5-2667 v3 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $1723-16% | $2057 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $150 | $150 |
| Performance per Dollar | 82.6 | 83.2 |
| Release Date | 2013 | 2014 |
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