Xeon E5-2670 v2 vs Xeon E5-2630 v4
Xeon E5-2670 v2
Xeon E5-2630 v4
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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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 E5-2670 v2 is positioned at rank 939 and the Xeon E5-2630 v4 is on rank 877, so the Xeon E5-2630 v4 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Xeon E5-2670 v2
Performance Per Dollar Xeon E5-2630 v4
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon E5-2670 v2 | Xeon E5-2630 v4 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($189) | ✅ More affordable ($130) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Ivy Bridge-EP (2013) / 22 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Broadwell (2015−2019) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon E5-2670 v2 | Xeon E5-2630 v4 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+47%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($189) | ✅ More affordable ($130) |
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 E5-2670 v2 and Xeon E5-2630 v4
Xeon E5-2670 v2
The Xeon E5-2670 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 2.5 GHz, with boost up to 3.3 GHz. L3 cache: 25 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA2011. Thermal design power (TDP): 115 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 11,346 points. Launch price was $927.
Xeon E5-2630 v4
The Xeon E5-2630 v4 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 20 June 2016 (9 years ago). It is based on the Broadwell (2015−2019) architecture. It features 10 cores and 20 threads. Base frequency is 2.2 GHz, with boost up to 3.1 GHz. L3 cache: 25 MB. L2 cache: 2.5 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA2011. Thermal design power (TDP): 85 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-1600, DDR4-1866, DDR4-2133. Passmark benchmark score: 11,434 points. Launch price was $667.
Processing Power
Both the Xeon E5-2670 v2 and Xeon E5-2630 v4 share an identical 10-core/20-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 3.3 GHz on the Xeon E5-2670 v2 versus 3.1 GHz on the Xeon E5-2630 v4 — a 6.2% clock advantage for the Xeon E5-2670 v2 (base: 2.5 GHz vs 2.2 GHz). The Xeon E5-2670 v2 uses the Ivy Bridge-EP (2013) architecture (22 nm), while the Xeon E5-2630 v4 uses Broadwell (2015−2019) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon E5-2670 v2 scores 11,346 against the Xeon E5-2630 v4's 11,434 — a 0.8% lead for the Xeon E5-2630 v4. L3 cache: 25 MB (total) on the Xeon E5-2670 v2 vs 25 MB on the Xeon E5-2630 v4.
| Feature | Xeon E5-2670 v2 | Xeon E5-2630 v4 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 10 / 20 | 10 / 20 |
| Boost Clock | 3.3 GHz+6% | 3.1 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.5 GHz+14% | 2.2 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 25 MB (total) | 25 MB |
| L2 Cache | 256 kB (per core) | 2.5 MB+900% |
| Process | 22 nm | 14 nm-36% |
| Architecture | Ivy Bridge-EP (2013) | Broadwell (2015−2019) |
| PassMark | 11,346 | 11,434 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 1,032 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 5,368 |
Memory & Platform
Both processors use the LGA2011 socket with PCIe 3.0. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3-1866 on the Xeon E5-2670 v2 versus DDR4 1600/1866/2133 on the Xeon E5-2630 v4 — the Xeon E5-2630 v4 supports 200% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Xeon E5-2630 v4 supports up to 1536 GB of RAM compared to 768 GB — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 4-channel memory with ECC support. Both provide 40 PCIe lanes. Chipset compatibility: Intel X79,Intel C602 (Xeon E5-2670 v2) and C612 (Xeon E5-2630 v4).
| Feature | Xeon E5-2670 v2 | Xeon E5-2630 v4 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA2011 | LGA2011 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 4.0+33% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1866 | DDR4 1600/1866/2133+33% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 768 GB | 1536 GB+100% |
| RAM Channels | 4 | 4 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 40 | 40 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: not specified (Xeon E5-2670 v2) / VT-x / VT-d / EPT (Xeon E5-2630 v4). Primary use case: Xeon E5-2630 v4 targets Workstation / Server.
| Feature | Xeon E5-2670 v2 | Xeon E5-2630 v4 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| Unlocked | — | No |
| AVX-512 | — | No |
| Virtualization | — | VT-x / VT-d / EPT |
| Target Use | — | Workstation / Server |
Value Analysis
The Xeon E5-2670 v2 launched at $1556 MSRP, while the Xeon E5-2630 v4 debuted at $1171. At current prices ($189 vs $130), the Xeon E5-2630 v4 is $59 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon E5-2670 v2 delivers 60.0 pts/$ vs 88.0 pts/$ for the Xeon E5-2630 v4 — making the Xeon E5-2630 v4 the 37.7% better value option.
| Feature | Xeon E5-2670 v2 | Xeon E5-2630 v4 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $1556 | $1171-25% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $189 | $130-31% |
| Performance per Dollar | 60.0 | 88.0+47% |
| Release Date | 2013 | 2016 |
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