CPU
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Xeon E5-2660 v2
Core i7-1365UE
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 E5-2660 v2 is positioned at rank 931 and the Core i7-1365UE is on rank 803, so the Core i7-1365UE offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Xeon E5-2660 v2
Performance Per Dollar Core i7-1365UE
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon E5-2660 v2 | Core i7-1365UE |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($129) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($429) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Ivy Bridge-EP (2013) / 22 nm) | ✨ Modern (Raptor Lake-U (2023) / 10 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon E5-2660 v2 | Core i7-1365UE |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+232%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($129) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($429) |
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 E5-2660 v2 and Core i7-1365UE
Xeon E5-2660 v2
The Xeon E5-2660 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 10 cores and 20 threads. Base frequency is 2.2 GHz, with boost up to 3 GHz. L3 cache: 25 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA2011. Thermal design power (TDP): 95 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 10,353 points. Launch price was $850.
Core i7-1365UE
The Core i7-1365UE is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 4 January 2023 (2 years ago). It is based on the Raptor Lake-U (2023) architecture. It features 10 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 1.7 GHz, with boost up to 4.9 GHz. L3 cache: 12 MB (total). L2 cache: 1.25 MB (per core). Built on 10 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1744. Thermal design power (TDP): 15 Watt. Memory support: DDR4, DDR5 Dual-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 10,379 points. Launch price was $149.
Processing Power
The Xeon E5-2660 v2 packs 10 cores / 20 threads, matching the Core i7-1365UE's 10 cores. Boost clocks reach 3 GHz on the Xeon E5-2660 v2 versus 4.9 GHz on the Core i7-1365UE — a 48.1% clock advantage for the Core i7-1365UE (base: 2.2 GHz vs 1.7 GHz). The Xeon E5-2660 v2 uses the Ivy Bridge-EP (2013) architecture (22 nm), while the Core i7-1365UE uses Raptor Lake-U (2023) (10 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon E5-2660 v2 scores 10,353 against the Core i7-1365UE's 10,379 — a 0.3% lead for the Core i7-1365UE. L3 cache: 25 MB (total) on the Xeon E5-2660 v2 vs 12 MB (total) on the Core i7-1365UE.
| Feature | Xeon E5-2660 v2 | Core i7-1365UE |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 10 / 20 | 10 / 12 |
| Boost Clock | 3 GHz | 4.9 GHz+63% |
| Base Clock | 2.2 GHz+29% | 1.7 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 25 MB (total)+108% | 12 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 256 kB (per core) | 1.25 MB (per core)+400% |
| Process | 22 nm | 10 nm-55% |
| Architecture | Ivy Bridge-EP (2013) | Raptor Lake-U (2023) |
| PassMark | 10,353 | 10,379 |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon E5-2660 v2 uses the LGA2011 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i7-1365UE uses FCBGA1744 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Xeon E5-2660 v2 | Core i7-1365UE |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA2011 | FCBGA1744 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 5.0+67% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1866 | — |
| Max RAM Capacity | 768 GB | — |
| RAM Channels | 4 | — |
| ECC Support | ✅ | — |
| PCIe Lanes | 40 | — |
Value Analysis
The Xeon E5-2660 v2 launched at $1393 MSRP, while the Core i7-1365UE debuted at $429. At current prices ($129 vs $429), the Xeon E5-2660 v2 is $300 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon E5-2660 v2 delivers 80.3 pts/$ vs 24.2 pts/$ for the Core i7-1365UE — making the Xeon E5-2660 v2 the 107.3% better value option.
| Feature | Xeon E5-2660 v2 | Core i7-1365UE |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $1393 | $429-69% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $129-70% | $429 |
| Performance per Dollar | 80.3+232% | 24.2 |
| Release Date | 2013 | 2023 |
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