Xeon E5-2690 vs Core i5-9600T

Xeon E5-2690

8 Cores16 Thrd135 WWMax: 3.8 GHz2012

Core i5-9600T

6 Cores6 Thrd35 WWMax: 3.9 GHz2019

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Xeon E5-2690

8 / 16

9,764

+1.7%

9,601

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. The Xeon E5-2690 is positioned at rank #992 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.

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 E5-2690

Xeon Platinum 8454H

MSRP: $6540|Avg: N/A

43752%

Xeon Gold 6240R

MSRP: $2444|Avg: N/A

8261%

#10

Xeon 6337P

MSRP: $60|Avg: $5

7339%

#15

EPYC 9174F

MSRP: $194|Avg: $30

5670%

#537

Xeon Platinum 8180

MSRP: $10009|Avg: $2363

80%

#538

Xeon Platinum 8280M

MSRP: $10009|Avg: $6223

79%

#539

Xeon Platinum 8280

MSRP: $10009|Avg: $2940

77%

#992

Xeon E5-2690

MSRP: $2057|Avg: $150

100%

#993

Xeon E3-1565L v5

MSRP: $1552|Avg: $120

99%

#994

Xeon L5640

MSRP: $996|Avg: N/A

99%

#995

Xeon E5-4627 v2

MSRP: $2061|Avg: $70

96%

#996

Xeon L5335

MSRP: $380|Avg: $18

96%

#997

Xeon E-2144G

MSRP: $2090|Avg: $389

95%

#998

Xeon X5675

MSRP: $1440|Avg: $22

94%

#999

Xeon Phi 7210

MSRP: $1881|Avg: $150

82%

#1000

Xeon D-1567

MSRP: $2702|Avg: $230

81%

#1001

Xeon E-2126G

MSRP: $2702|Avg: $230

81%

#1004

Xeon D-1531

MSRP: $2057|Avg: $250

79%

#1005

Xeon 5130

MSRP: $316|Avg: $10

78%

#1007

Xeon E5-4640 v3

MSRP: $2859|Avg: $300

76%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Core i5-9600T

#224

Ryzen 9 5900

MSRP: $549|Avg: $395

106%

#225

Ryzen 5 7600X3D

MSRP: $299|Avg: $300

105%

#226

Core i5-14500T

MSRP: $232|Avg: $267

105%

#226

Ryzen 5 1600X

MSRP: $249|Avg: $144

64%

#227

Core i5-12600

MSRP: $233|Avg: $250

105%

#228

Core i7-11700T

MSRP: $323|Avg: $180

105%

#229

Core i5-10600

MSRP: $244|Avg: $159

105%

#230

Ryzen 5 PRO 2400G

MSRP: $193|Avg: $100

105%

#231

Core i7-8700B

MSRP: $303|Avg: $139

104%

#232

Ryzen 3 2200G

MSRP: $99|Avg: $80

103%

#233

Core i3-9100F

MSRP: $97|Avg: $80

103%

#234

Ryzen 7 9800X3D

MSRP: $479|Avg: $479

103%

#235

Ryzen 9 3900XT

MSRP: $499|Avg: $390

102%

#236

Ryzen 3 PRO 8300G

MSRP: $176|Avg: $176

102%

#237

Core i7-14700T

MSRP: $384|Avg: $384

101%

#238

Core i3-13100TE

MSRP: $137|Avg: $137

101%

#239

Core i5-9600T

MSRP: $213|Avg: $118

100%

#240

Core i5-12400T

MSRP: $192|Avg: $192

99%

#241

Core i9-14900F

MSRP: $524|Avg: $579

99%

#242

Celeron G6900E

MSRP: $53|Avg: $53

99%

#243

Core i3-12300T

MSRP: $209|Avg: $164

99%

#244

Core i9-12900

MSRP: $519|Avg: $420

99%

#245

Ryzen 3 8300G

MSRP: $176|Avg: $176

99%

#246

Core i7-11700KF

MSRP: $374|Avg: $299

98%

#247

Core i5-10600K

MSRP: $262|Avg: $179

98%

#248

Core i3-10325

MSRP: $154|Avg: $130

97%

#249

Ryzen Embedded V2718

MSRP: $250|Avg: $200

97%

#250

Core i7-8086K

MSRP: $425|Avg: $178

97%

#251

Core i3-10300T

MSRP: $157|Avg: $100

97%

#252

Core i9-10900TE

MSRP: $309|Avg: $180

97%

#253

Core i9-12900T

MSRP: $489|Avg: $378

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 i5-9600T (2019) utilizes 14 nm technology and DDR4-2666, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Xeon E5-2690	Core i5-9600T
Gaming	✅ Superior gaming performance	❌ Lower gaming performance
Workstation	✅ Better multi-core power	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks
Price	⚠️ Higher cost ($150)	✅ More affordable ($118)
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Sandy Bridge-EP (2012) / 32 nm)	✨ Modern (Legacy / 14 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Xeon E5-2690 (2012) relies on 32 nm technology and DDR3, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Xeon E5-2690	Core i5-9600T
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	✅ Better overall value (+25%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️ Higher cost ($150)	✅ More affordable ($118)

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 E5-2690 Benchmark Check

Core i5-9600T Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Xeon E5-2690 and Core i5-9600T

Xeon E5-2690

The Xeon E5-2690 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 2.9 GHz, with boost up to 3.8 GHz. L3 cache: 20480 kB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: LGA2011. Thermal design power (TDP): 135 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 9,764 points. Launch price was $397.

Core i5-9600T

The Core i5-9600T is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 April 2019 (6 years ago). It features 6 cores and 6 threads. Base frequency is 2.3 GHz, with boost up to 3.9 GHz. L3 cache: 9 MB Intel® Smart Cache. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1151. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2666. Passmark benchmark score: 9,601 points. Launch price was $149.

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Processing Power

The Xeon E5-2690 packs 8 cores / 16 threads, while the Core i5-9600T offers 6 cores / 6 threads — the Xeon E5-2690 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.8 GHz on the Xeon E5-2690 versus 3.9 GHz on the Core i5-9600T — a 2.6% clock advantage for the Core i5-9600T (base: 2.9 GHz vs 2.3 GHz). The Xeon E5-2690 is built on the Sandy Bridge-EP (2012) architecture. In PassMark, the Xeon E5-2690 scores 9,764 against the Core i5-9600T's 9,601 — a 1.7% lead for the Xeon E5-2690. L3 cache: 20480 kB (total) on the Xeon E5-2690 vs 9 MB Intel® Smart Cache on the Core i5-9600T.

Feature	Xeon E5-2690	Core i5-9600T
Cores / Threads	8 / 16+33%	6 / 6
Boost Clock	3.8 GHz	3.9 GHz+3%
Base Clock	2.9 GHz+26%	2.3 GHz
L3 Cache	20480 kB (total)+122%	9 MB Intel® Smart Cache
L2 Cache	256 kB (per core)	—
Process	32 nm	14 nm-56%
Architecture	Sandy Bridge-EP (2012)	—
PassMark	9,764+2%	9,601
Geekbench 6 Single	—	1,344

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Memory & Platform

The Xeon E5-2690 uses the LGA2011 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Core i5-9600T uses LGA1151 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3-1600 on the Xeon E5-2690 versus DDR4-2666 on the Core i5-9600T — the Core i5-9600T supports 28.6% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Xeon E5-2690 supports up to 384 GB of RAM compared to 128 GB — 100% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 4 (Xeon E5-2690) vs 2 (Core i5-9600T). PCIe lanes: 40 (Xeon E5-2690) vs 16 (Core i5-9600T) — the Xeon E5-2690 offers 24 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: Intel X79,Intel C602 (Xeon E5-2690) and B360,H370,H310,Q370,Z390,B365 (Core i5-9600T).

Feature	Xeon E5-2690	Core i5-9600T
Socket	LGA2011	LGA1151
PCIe Generation	PCIe 2.0	PCIe 3.0+50%
Max RAM Speed	DDR3-1600	DDR4-2666+33%
Max RAM Capacity	384 GB+200%	128 GB
RAM Channels	4+100%	2
ECC Support	✅	❌
PCIe Lanes	40+150%	16

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Advanced Features

Virtualization: not specified (Xeon E5-2690) / VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Core i5-9600T). The Core i5-9600T includes integrated graphics (UHD Graphics 630), while the Xeon E5-2690 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i5-9600T targets Low Power Desktop. Direct competitor: Core i5-9600T rivals Ryzen 5 2400G.

Feature	Xeon E5-2690	Core i5-9600T
Integrated GPU	No	Yes
IGPU Model	—	UHD Graphics 630
Unlocked	—	No
AVX-512	—	No
Virtualization	—	VT-x, VT-d, EPT
Target Use	—	Low Power Desktop

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Value Analysis

The Xeon E5-2690 launched at $2057 MSRP, while the Core i5-9600T debuted at $213. At current prices ($150 vs $118), the Core i5-9600T is $32 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon E5-2690 delivers 65.1 pts/$ vs 81.4 pts/$ for the Core i5-9600T — making the Core i5-9600T the 22.2% better value option.