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Xeon E5-2620 v3
Xeon X7550
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 E5-2620 v3 is positioned at rank 643 and the Xeon X7550 is on rank 985, so the Xeon E5-2620 v3 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Xeon E5-2620 v3
Performance Per Dollar Xeon X7550
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon E5-2620 v3 | Xeon X7550 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($80) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($1,400) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Haswell-EP (2014−2015) / 22 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Legacy / 45 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon E5-2620 v3 | Xeon X7550 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+1619%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($80) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($1,400) |
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 E5-2620 v3 and Xeon X7550
Xeon E5-2620 v3
The Xeon E5-2620 v3 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2015-01-01. It is based on the Haswell-EP (2014−2015) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 2.4 GHz, with boost up to 3.2 GHz. L3 cache: 15 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA2011. Thermal design power (TDP): 85 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-1600, DDR4-1866. Passmark benchmark score: 7,734 points. Launch price was $800.
Xeon X7550
The Xeon X7550 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2015-01-01. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 2 GHz, with boost up to 2.4 GHz. L3 cache: 18 MB L3 Cache. Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1567. Thermal design power (TDP): 130 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-800, DDR3-978, DDR3-1066, DDR3-1333, Speed-1066. Passmark benchmark score: 7,873 points. Launch price was $800.
Processing Power
The Xeon E5-2620 v3 packs 6 cores / 12 threads, while the Xeon X7550 offers 8 cores / 16 threads — the Xeon X7550 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.2 GHz on the Xeon E5-2620 v3 versus 2.4 GHz on the Xeon X7550 — a 28.6% clock advantage for the Xeon E5-2620 v3 (base: 2.4 GHz vs 2 GHz). The Xeon E5-2620 v3 is built on the Haswell-EP (2014−2015) architecture. In PassMark, the Xeon E5-2620 v3 scores 7,734 against the Xeon X7550's 7,873 — a 1.8% lead for the Xeon X7550. L3 cache: 15 MB (total) on the Xeon E5-2620 v3 vs 18 MB L3 Cache on the Xeon X7550.
| Feature | Xeon E5-2620 v3 | Xeon X7550 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 6 / 12 | 8 / 16+33% |
| Boost Clock | 3.2 GHz+33% | 2.4 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.4 GHz+20% | 2 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 15 MB (total) | 18 MB L3 Cache+20% |
| L2 Cache | 256K (per core) | — |
| Process | 22 nm-51% | 45 nm |
| Architecture | Haswell-EP (2014−2015) | — |
| PassMark | 7,734 | 7,873+2% |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon E5-2620 v3 uses the LGA2011 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Xeon X7550 uses LGA1567 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR4-1866 on the Xeon E5-2620 v3 versus DDR3-1333 on the Xeon X7550 — the Xeon E5-2620 v3 supports 28.6% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. Both feature 4-channel memory with ECC support. Chipset compatibility: Intel X99,Intel C612 (Xeon E5-2620 v3) and Nehalem-EX (Xeon X7550).
| Feature | Xeon E5-2620 v3 | Xeon X7550 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA2011 | LGA1567 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0+50% | PCIe 2.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4-1866+33% | DDR3-1333 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 768 GB | — |
| RAM Channels | 4 | 4 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 40 | — |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Only the Xeon E5-2620 v3 supports AVX-512 instructions — important for machine learning and scientific applications. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d (Xeon E5-2620 v3) vs VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Xeon X7550). Primary use case: Xeon E5-2620 v3 targets Server, Xeon X7550 targets Server. Direct competitor: Xeon X7550 rivals Core i7-980X.
| Feature | Xeon E5-2620 v3 | Xeon X7550 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | Yes | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | VT-x, VT-d, EPT |
| Target Use | Server | Server |
Value Analysis
The Xeon E5-2620 v3 launched at $417 MSRP, while the Xeon X7550 debuted at $1500. At current prices ($80 vs $1400), the Xeon E5-2620 v3 is $1320 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon E5-2620 v3 delivers 96.7 pts/$ vs 5.6 pts/$ for the Xeon X7550 — making the Xeon E5-2620 v3 the 178% better value option.
| Feature | Xeon E5-2620 v3 | Xeon X7550 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $417-72% | $1500 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $80-94% | $1400 |
| Performance per Dollar | 96.7+1627% | 5.6 |
| Release Date | 2014 | 2010 |
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