Xeon E5-2667 vs Core i7-7820EQ

Xeon E5-2667

6 Cores12 Thrd130 WWMax: 3.5 GHz2012

Core i7-7820EQ

4 Cores8 Thrd45 WWMax: 3.1 GHz2017

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Xeon E5-2667

6 / 12

7,442

0.0%

7,470

+0.4%

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 E5-2667 is positioned at rank 991 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 E5-2667

Xeon Platinum 8454H

MSRP: $6540|Avg: N/A

43296%

Xeon Gold 6240R

MSRP: $2444|Avg: N/A

8175%

#10

Xeon 6337P

MSRP: $60|Avg: $5

7263%

#15

EPYC 9174F

MSRP: $194|Avg: $30

5611%

#537

Xeon Platinum 8180

MSRP: $10009|Avg: $2363

80%

#538

Xeon Platinum 8280M

MSRP: $10009|Avg: $6223

78%

#539

Xeon Platinum 8280

MSRP: $10009|Avg: $2940

77%

#991

Xeon E5-2667

MSRP: $1552|Avg: $31

100%

#992

Xeon E5-2690

MSRP: $2057|Avg: $150

99%

#993

Xeon E3-1565L v5

MSRP: $1552|Avg: $120

98%

#994

Xeon L5640

MSRP: $996|Avg: N/A

98%

#995

Xeon E5-4627 v2

MSRP: $2061|Avg: $70

95%

#996

Xeon L5335

MSRP: $380|Avg: $18

95%

#997

Xeon E-2144G

MSRP: $2090|Avg: $389

94%

#998

Xeon X5675

MSRP: $1440|Avg: $22

93%

#999

Xeon Phi 7210

MSRP: $1881|Avg: $150

81%

#1000

Xeon D-1567

MSRP: $2702|Avg: $230

81%

#1001

Xeon E-2126G

MSRP: $2702|Avg: $230

80%

#1004

Xeon D-1531

MSRP: $2057|Avg: $250

78%

#1005

Xeon 5130

MSRP: $316|Avg: $10

78%

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 E5-2667	Core i7-7820EQ
Gaming	✅ Superior gaming performance	❌ Lower gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	✅ More affordable ($31)	⚠️ Higher cost ($378)
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Sandy Bridge-EP (2012) / 32 nm)	✨ Modern (Kaby Lake (2016−2019) / 14 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Xeon E5-2667 (2012) relies on 32 nm technology and DDR3, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Xeon E5-2667	Core i7-7820EQ
Cost Efficiency	✅ Better overall value (+1115%)	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅ More affordable ($31)	⚠️ Higher cost ($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 E5-2667 Benchmark Check

Core i7-7820EQ Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Xeon E5-2667 and Core i7-7820EQ

Xeon E5-2667

The Xeon E5-2667 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 6 March 2012 (13 years ago). It is based on the Sandy Bridge-EP (2012) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 2.9 GHz, with boost up to 3.5 GHz. L3 cache: 15360 kB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: LGA2011. Thermal design power (TDP): 130 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 7,442 points. Launch price was $714.

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 E5-2667 packs 6 cores / 12 threads, while the Core i7-7820EQ offers 4 cores / 8 threads — the Xeon E5-2667 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.5 GHz on the Xeon E5-2667 versus 3.1 GHz on the Core i7-7820EQ — a 12.1% clock advantage for the Xeon E5-2667. The Xeon E5-2667 uses the Sandy Bridge-EP (2012) architecture (32 nm), while the Core i7-7820EQ uses Kaby Lake (2016−2019) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon E5-2667 scores 7,442 against the Core i7-7820EQ's 7,470 — a 0.4% lead for the Core i7-7820EQ. L3 cache: 15360 kB (total) on the Xeon E5-2667 vs 8 MB on the Core i7-7820EQ.

Feature	Xeon E5-2667	Core i7-7820EQ
Cores / Threads	6 / 12+50%	4 / 8
Boost Clock	3.5 GHz+13%	3.1 GHz
Base Clock	2.9 GHz	—
L3 Cache	15360 kB (total)+88%	8 MB
L2 Cache	256 kB (per core)	1 MB+300%
Process	32 nm	14 nm-56%
Architecture	Sandy Bridge-EP (2012)	Kaby Lake (2016−2019)
PassMark	7,442	7,470

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Advanced Features

Virtualization: true (Xeon E5-2667) / not specified (Core i7-7820EQ). Primary use case: Xeon E5-2667 targets Server.

Feature	Xeon E5-2667	Core i7-7820EQ
Integrated GPU	No	—
Unlocked	No	—
AVX-512	No	—
Virtualization	true	—
Target Use	Server	—

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Value Analysis

The Xeon E5-2667 launched at $1552 MSRP, while the Core i7-7820EQ debuted at $378. At current prices ($31 vs $378), the Xeon E5-2667 is $347 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon E5-2667 delivers 240.1 pts/$ vs 19.8 pts/$ for the Core i7-7820EQ — making the Xeon E5-2667 the 169.6% better value option.