Xeon E5-2670 vs Ryzen 5 7520U
Xeon E5-2670
Ryzen 5 7520U
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. The Xeon E5-2670 is positioned at rank #974 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
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Performance Per Dollar Xeon E5-2670
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Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon E5-2670 | Ryzen 5 7520U |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($60) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Sandy Bridge-EP (2012) / 32 nm) | ✨ Modern (Mendocino-U (Zen 2) (2022) / 6 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon E5-2670 | Ryzen 5 7520U |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($60) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
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 and Ryzen 5 7520U
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.
Ryzen 5 7520U
The Ryzen 5 7520U is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 20 September 2022 (3 years ago). It is based on the Mendocino-U (Zen 2) (2022) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 2.8 GHz, with boost up to 4.3 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 6 nm process technology. Socket: FT6. Thermal design power (TDP): 15 Watt. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 9,063 points. Launch price was $149.
Processing Power
The Xeon E5-2670 packs 8 cores / 16 threads, while the Ryzen 5 7520U 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 4.3 GHz on the Ryzen 5 7520U — a 26.3% clock advantage for the Ryzen 5 7520U (base: 2.6 GHz vs 2.8 GHz). The Xeon E5-2670 uses the Sandy Bridge-EP (2012) architecture (32 nm), while the Ryzen 5 7520U uses Mendocino-U (Zen 2) (2022) (6 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon E5-2670 scores 8,901 against the Ryzen 5 7520U's 9,063 — a 1.8% lead for the Ryzen 5 7520U. L3 cache: 20480 kB (total) on the Xeon E5-2670 vs 4 MB (total) on the Ryzen 5 7520U.
| Feature | Xeon E5-2670 | Ryzen 5 7520U |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 8 / 16+100% | 4 / 8 |
| Boost Clock | 3.3 GHz | 4.3 GHz+30% |
| Base Clock | 2.6 GHz | 2.8 GHz+8% |
| L3 Cache | 20480 kB (total)+400% | 4 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 256 kB (per core) | 512 kB (per core)+100% |
| Process | 32 nm | 6 nm-81% |
| Architecture | Sandy Bridge-EP (2012) | Mendocino-U (Zen 2) (2022) |
| PassMark | 8,901 | 9,063+2% |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 4,527 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 797 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 2,744 |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon E5-2670 uses the LGA2011 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Ryzen 5 7520U uses FT6 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3-1600 on the Xeon E5-2670 versus LPDDR5-5500 on the Ryzen 5 7520U — the Ryzen 5 7520U supports 50% 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 16 GB — 184% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 4 (Xeon E5-2670) vs 2 (Ryzen 5 7520U). PCIe lanes: 40 (Xeon E5-2670) vs 4 (Ryzen 5 7520U) — the Xeon E5-2670 offers 36 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: Intel X79,Intel C602 (Xeon E5-2670) and FT6 (Ryzen 5 7520U).
| Feature | Xeon E5-2670 | Ryzen 5 7520U |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA2011 | FT6 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 4.0+100% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1600 | LPDDR5-5500+67% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 384 GB+2300% | 16 GB |
| RAM Channels | 4+100% | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 40+900% | 4 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d (Xeon E5-2670) vs AMD-V (Ryzen 5 7520U). The Ryzen 5 7520U includes integrated graphics (Radeon 610M), while the Xeon E5-2670 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Xeon E5-2670 targets Server.
| Feature | Xeon E5-2670 | Ryzen 5 7520U |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | Radeon 610M |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | AMD-V |
| Target Use | Server | — |
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