Xeon E5-2670 vs Core i7-1160G7

Xeon E5-2670

8 Cores16 Thrd115 WWMax: 3.3 GHz2012

Core i7-1160G7

4 Cores8 Thrd15 WWMax: 4.4 GHz2020

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Xeon E5-2670

8 / 16

8,901

+2.1%

8,720

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 E5-2670 is positioned at rank 974 and the Core i7-1160G7 is on rank 867, so the Core i7-1160G7 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 E5-2670

Xeon Platinum 8454H

MSRP: $6540|Avg: N/A

36206%

Xeon Gold 6240R

MSRP: $2444|Avg: N/A

6836%

#10

Xeon 6337P

MSRP: $60|Avg: $5

6074%

#15

EPYC 9174F

MSRP: $194|Avg: $30

4692%

#535

Xeon W-3245M

MSRP: $5002|Avg: $5002

99%

#536

Xeon W-3265M

MSRP: $6300|Avg: $3500

98%

#974

Xeon E5-2670

MSRP: $1552|Avg: $60

100%

#976

Xeon X3470

MSRP: $589|Avg: $16

99%

#979

Xeon E5-2689

MSRP: $1800|Avg: $18

96%

#980

Xeon E5-2450L

MSRP: $1106|Avg: $78

95%

#981

Xeon X3480

MSRP: $612|Avg: $48

95%

#982

Xeon E5-2687W

MSRP: $1885|Avg: $70

93%

#983

Xeon E5-4610

MSRP: $1219|Avg: $50

92%

#985

Xeon X7550

MSRP: $1500|Avg: $1400

91%

#986

Xeon E7540

MSRP: $1980|Avg: $146

91%

#987

Xeon E7530

MSRP: $1391|Avg: $146

91%

#988

Xeon E5-4627 v4

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $200

90%

#989

Xeon E5-4627 v3

MSRP: $2225|Avg: $200

89%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Core i7-1160G7

#855

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

1433%

#856

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

1412%

#857

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

1297%

#858

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

1291%

#859

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

1279%

#861

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

1235%

#862

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

1184%

#863

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

1182%

#864

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

1150%

#867

Core i7-1160G7

MSRP: $426|Avg: N/A

100%

#873

Celeron M 540

MSRP: $86|Avg: $20

99%

#877

Microsoft SQ1

MSRP: $300|Avg: $180

98%

#879

Core i5-6440HQ

MSRP: $250|Avg: N/A

98%

#882

Celeron Dual-Core T1600

MSRP: $150|Avg: $150

98%

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 i7-1160G7 (2020) utilizes 10 nm SuperFin technology and DDR4, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Xeon E5-2670	Core i7-1160G7
Gaming	✅ Superior gaming performance	❌ Lower gaming performance
Workstation	✅ Better multi-core power	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks
Price	✅ More affordable ($60)	⚠️ Higher cost ($426)
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Sandy Bridge-EP (2012) / 32 nm)	✨ Modern (Tiger Lake-UP4 (2020−2021) / 10 nm SuperFin)

💎 Value Proposition

The Xeon E5-2670 (2012) relies on 32 nm technology and DDR3, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Xeon E5-2670	Core i7-1160G7
Cost Efficiency	✅ Better overall value (+625%)	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅ More affordable ($60)	⚠️ Higher cost ($426)

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 E5-2670 Benchmark Check

Core i7-1160G7 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Xeon E5-2670 and Core i7-1160G7

Xeon E5-2670

The Xeon E5-2670 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 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 2.6 GHz, with boost up to 3.3 GHz. L3 cache: 20480 kB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: LGA2011. Thermal design power (TDP): 115 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 8,901 points. Launch price was $145.

Core i7-1160G7

The Core i7-1160G7 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2 September 2020 (5 years ago). It is based on the Tiger Lake-UP4 (2020−2021) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 1.2 GHz, with boost up to 4.4 GHz. L3 cache: 12 MB (total). L2 cache: 1.25 MB (per core). Built on 10 nm SuperFin process technology. Socket: FCBGA1598. Thermal design power (TDP): 15 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 8,720 points. Launch price was $426.

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Processing Power

The Xeon E5-2670 packs 8 cores / 16 threads, while the Core i7-1160G7 offers 4 cores / 8 threads — the Xeon E5-2670 has 4 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.3 GHz on the Xeon E5-2670 versus 4.4 GHz on the Core i7-1160G7 — a 28.6% clock advantage for the Core i7-1160G7 (base: 2.6 GHz vs 1.2 GHz). The Xeon E5-2670 uses the Sandy Bridge-EP (2012) architecture (32 nm), while the Core i7-1160G7 uses Tiger Lake-UP4 (2020−2021) (10 nm SuperFin). In PassMark, the Xeon E5-2670 scores 8,901 against the Core i7-1160G7's 8,720 — a 2.1% lead for the Xeon E5-2670. L3 cache: 20480 kB (total) on the Xeon E5-2670 vs 12 MB (total) on the Core i7-1160G7.

Feature	Xeon E5-2670	Core i7-1160G7
Cores / Threads	8 / 16+100%	4 / 8
Boost Clock	3.3 GHz	4.4 GHz+33%
Base Clock	2.6 GHz+117%	1.2 GHz
L3 Cache	20480 kB (total)+67%	12 MB (total)
L2 Cache	256 kB (per core)	1.25 MB (per core)+400%
Process	32 nm	10 nm SuperFin-69%
Architecture	Sandy Bridge-EP (2012)	Tiger Lake-UP4 (2020−2021)
PassMark	8,901+2%	8,720
Geekbench 6 Single	—	1,758

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Memory & Platform

The Xeon E5-2670 uses the LGA2011 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Core i7-1160G7 uses FCBGA1598 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3-1600 on the Xeon E5-2670 versus LPDDR4x-4267 on the Core i7-1160G7 — the Core i7-1160G7 supports 28.6% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Xeon E5-2670 supports up to 384 GB of RAM compared to 32 GB — 169.2% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 4 (Xeon E5-2670) vs 2 (Core i7-1160G7). PCIe lanes: 40 (Xeon E5-2670) vs 4 (Core i7-1160G7) — the Xeon E5-2670 offers 36 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: Intel X79,Intel C602 (Xeon E5-2670) and Tiger Lake-UP3 (Core i7-1160G7).

Feature	Xeon E5-2670	Core i7-1160G7
Socket	LGA2011	FCBGA1598
PCIe Generation	PCIe 2.0	PCIe 4.0+100%
Max RAM Speed	DDR3-1600	LPDDR4x-4267+33%
Max RAM Capacity	384 GB+1100%	32 GB
RAM Channels	4+100%	2
ECC Support	✅	❌
PCIe Lanes	40+900%	4

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Advanced Features

Neither processor supports overclocking. Only the Core i7-1160G7 supports AVX-512 instructions — important for machine learning and scientific applications. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d (Xeon E5-2670) vs VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Core i7-1160G7). The Core i7-1160G7 includes integrated graphics (Iris Xe Graphics 96EU), while the Xeon E5-2670 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Xeon E5-2670 targets Server, Core i7-1160G7 targets Premium Ultrabook/Tablet. Direct competitor: Core i7-1160G7 rivals Ryzen 7 4800U.

Feature	Xeon E5-2670	Core i7-1160G7
Integrated GPU	No	Yes
IGPU Model	—	Iris Xe Graphics 96EU
Unlocked	No	No
AVX-512	No	Yes
Virtualization	VT-x, VT-d	VT-x, VT-d, EPT
Target Use	Server	Premium Ultrabook/Tablet