Xeon E5-2630 v2 vs Core i7-7820EQ

Xeon E5-2630 v2

6 Cores12 Thrd80 WWMax: 3.1 GHz2013

Core i7-7820EQ

4 Cores8 Thrd45 WWMax: 3.1 GHz2017

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Xeon E5-2630 v2

6 / 12

7,490

+0.3%

7,470

0.0%

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 i7-7820EQ is on rank 889, so the Core i7-7820EQ offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar Xeon E5-2630 v2

Xeon Platinum 8454H

MSRP: $6540|Avg: N/A

29647%

Xeon Gold 6240R

MSRP: $2444|Avg: N/A

5598%

#10

Xeon 6337P

MSRP: $60|Avg: $5

4973%

#15

EPYC 9174F

MSRP: $194|Avg: $30

3842%

#528

Xeon E5-2687W v3

MSRP: $2141|Avg: $749

97%

#529

Xeon Max 9480

MSRP: $12980|Avg: $12980

91%

#530

Xeon E5-2689 v4

MSRP: $2723|Avg: $100

89%

#531

EPYC 7543

MSRP: $10257|Avg: $468

88%

#949

Xeon E5-2630 v2

MSRP: $1069|Avg: $1224

100%

#953

Xeon E5-1620

MSRP: $885|Avg: $70

94%

#955

Xeon E5462

MSRP: $342|Avg: $45

92%

#958

Xeon E5-4650 v2

MSRP: $1723|Avg: $48

91%

#959

Xeon E5-1620 v4

MSRP: $1166|Avg: $160

90%

#963

Xeon E5-2660

MSRP: $1329|Avg: $65

87%

#964

Xeon E5-2667 v3

MSRP: $2057|Avg: $150

86%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Core i7-7820EQ

#877

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

1485%

#878

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

1463%

#879

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

1343%

#880

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

1337%

#881

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

1325%

#883

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

1279%

#884

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

1227%

#885

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

1225%

#886

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

1192%

#889

Core i7-7820EQ

MSRP: $378|Avg: $378

100%

#890

Celeron 7305

MSRP: $128|Avg: $107

100%

#891

E-300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $20

99%

#892

Core i7-7820HK

MSRP: $378|Avg: N/A

99%

#895

Pentium B940

MSRP: $134|Avg: $11

99%

#896

Core i5-8305G

MSRP: $350|Avg: $350

98%

#897

Celeron 6305

MSRP: $107|Avg: $80

98%

#900

Core i7-8705G

MSRP: $400|Avg: $400

97%

#902

Pentium Dual Core T2410

MSRP: $100|Avg: $100

96%

#903

FX-8800P

MSRP: $150|Avg: $45

96%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

About PassMark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Generational Difference: This comparison involves processors from different technological eras. The Core i7-7820EQ (2017) utilizes 14 nm technology and DDR3L-1600, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Xeon E5-2630 v2	Core i7-7820EQ
Gaming	Balanced gaming performance	Balanced gaming performance
Workstation	✅ Better multi-core power	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks
Price	⚠️ Higher cost ($1,224)	✅ More affordable ($378)
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Ivy Bridge-EP (2013) / 22 nm)	✨ Modern (Kaby Lake (2016−2019) / 14 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Xeon E5-2630 v2 (2013) relies on 22 nm technology and DDR3, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Xeon E5-2630 v2	Core i7-7820EQ
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	✅ Better overall value (+223%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️ Higher cost ($1,224)	✅ More affordable ($378)

Performance Check

Paired with RTX 4090

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.

Xeon E5-2630 v2 Benchmark Check

Core i7-7820EQ Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Xeon E5-2630 v2 and Core i7-7820EQ

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 i7-7820EQ

The Core i7-7820EQ is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 3 January 2017 (8 years ago). It is based on the Kaby Lake (2016−2019) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Max frequency: 3.1 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB. L2 cache: 1 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Thermal design power (TDP): 45 Watt. Memory support: DDR3L-1600. Passmark benchmark score: 7,470 points. Launch price was $378.

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Processing Power

The Xeon E5-2630 v2 packs 6 cores / 12 threads, while the Core i7-7820EQ 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 3.1 GHz on the Core i7-7820EQ — identical boost frequencies. The Xeon E5-2630 v2 uses the Ivy Bridge-EP (2013) architecture (22 nm), while the Core i7-7820EQ uses Kaby Lake (2016−2019) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon E5-2630 v2 scores 7,490 against the Core i7-7820EQ's 7,470 — a 0.3% lead for the Xeon E5-2630 v2. L3 cache: 15 MB (total) on the Xeon E5-2630 v2 vs 8 MB on the Core i7-7820EQ.

Feature	Xeon E5-2630 v2	Core i7-7820EQ
Cores / Threads	6 / 12+50%	4 / 8
Boost Clock	3.1 GHz	3.1 GHz
Base Clock	2.6 GHz	—
L3 Cache	15 MB (total)+88%	8 MB
L2 Cache	256 kB (per core)	1 MB+300%
Process	22 nm	14 nm-36%
Architecture	Ivy Bridge-EP (2013)	Kaby Lake (2016−2019)
PassMark	7,490	7,470
Geekbench 6 Single	549	—
Geekbench 6 Multi	3,654	—

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Advanced Features

Virtualization: VT-x, VT-d (Xeon E5-2630 v2) / not specified (Core i7-7820EQ). Primary use case: Xeon E5-2630 v2 targets Server.

Feature	Xeon E5-2630 v2	Core i7-7820EQ
Integrated GPU	No	—
Unlocked	No	—
AVX-512	No	—
Virtualization	VT-x, VT-d	—
Target Use	Server	—

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Value Analysis

The Xeon E5-2630 v2 launched at $1069 MSRP, while the Core i7-7820EQ debuted at $378. At current prices ($1224 vs $378), the Core i7-7820EQ is $846 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon E5-2630 v2 delivers 6.1 pts/$ vs 19.8 pts/$ for the Core i7-7820EQ — making the Core i7-7820EQ the 105.4% better value option.