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Xeon E5-2630 v2
Core i5-1034G1
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 E5-2630 v2 is positioned at rank 949 and the Core i5-1034G1 is on rank 784, so the Core i5-1034G1 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
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Performance Per Dollar Xeon E5-2630 v2
Performance Per Dollar Core i5-1034G1
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon E5-2630 v2 | Core i5-1034G1 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($1,224) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Ivy Bridge-EP (2013) / 22 nm) | ✨ Modern (Ice Lake U (2019−2020) / 10 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon E5-2630 v2 | Core i5-1034G1 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($1,224) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
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 E5-2630 v2 and Core i5-1034G1
Xeon E5-2630 v2
The Xeon E5-2630 v2 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 September 2013 (12 years ago). It is based on the Ivy Bridge-EP (2013) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 2.6 GHz, with boost up to 3.1 GHz. L3 cache: 15 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA2011. Thermal design power (TDP): 80 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 7,490 points. Launch price was $250.
Core i5-1034G1
The Core i5-1034G1 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 29 May 2019 (6 years ago). It is based on the Ice Lake U (2019−2020) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 0.8 GHz, with boost up to 3.6 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB. L2 cache: 2 MB. Built on 10 nm process technology. Thermal design power (TDP): 2 MB + 6 MB. Passmark benchmark score: 7,550 points. Launch price was $149.
Processing Power
The Xeon E5-2630 v2 packs 6 cores / 12 threads, while the Core i5-1034G1 offers 4 cores / 8 threads — the Xeon E5-2630 v2 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.1 GHz on the Xeon E5-2630 v2 versus 3.6 GHz on the Core i5-1034G1 — a 14.9% clock advantage for the Core i5-1034G1 (base: 2.6 GHz vs 0.8 GHz). The Xeon E5-2630 v2 uses the Ivy Bridge-EP (2013) architecture (22 nm), while the Core i5-1034G1 uses Ice Lake U (2019−2020) (10 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon E5-2630 v2 scores 7,490 against the Core i5-1034G1's 7,550 — a 0.8% lead for the Core i5-1034G1. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 549 vs 1,475, a 91.5% lead for the Core i5-1034G1 that directly translates to higher frame rates. L3 cache: 15 MB (total) on the Xeon E5-2630 v2 vs 6 MB on the Core i5-1034G1.
| Feature | Xeon E5-2630 v2 | Core i5-1034G1 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 6 / 12+50% | 4 / 8 |
| Boost Clock | 3.1 GHz | 3.6 GHz+16% |
| Base Clock | 2.6 GHz+225% | 0.8 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 15 MB (total)+150% | 6 MB |
| L2 Cache | 256 kB (per core) | 2 MB+700% |
| Process | 22 nm | 10 nm-55% |
| Architecture | Ivy Bridge-EP (2013) | Ice Lake U (2019−2020) |
| PassMark | 7,490 | 7,550 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 549 | 1,475+169% |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 3,654 | — |
Memory & Platform
Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3-1600 on the Xeon E5-2630 v2 versus LPDDR4-3733 on the Core i5-1034G1 — the Core i5-1034G1 supports 28.6% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Xeon E5-2630 v2 supports up to 768 GB of RAM compared to 64 GB — 169.2% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 4 (Xeon E5-2630 v2) vs 2 (Core i5-1034G1). PCIe lanes: 40 (Xeon E5-2630 v2) vs 16 (Core i5-1034G1) — the Xeon E5-2630 v2 offers 24 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives.
| Feature | Xeon E5-2630 v2 | Core i5-1034G1 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA2011 | — |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0+33% | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1600 | LPDDR4-3733+33% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 768 GB+1100% | 64 GB |
| RAM Channels | 4+100% | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 40+150% | 16 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Only the Core i5-1034G1 supports AVX-512 instructions — important for machine learning and scientific applications. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d (Xeon E5-2630 v2) vs VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Core i5-1034G1). The Core i5-1034G1 includes integrated graphics (UHD Graphics G1), while the Xeon E5-2630 v2 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Xeon E5-2630 v2 targets Server, Core i5-1034G1 targets Mainstream Laptop. Direct competitor: Core i5-1034G1 rivals Ryzen 5 3500U.
| Feature | Xeon E5-2630 v2 | Core i5-1034G1 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | UHD Graphics G1 |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | Yes |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | VT-x, VT-d, EPT |
| Target Use | Server | Mainstream Laptop |
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