CPU
GPU
Xeon E5-4640
Core i7-6820EQ
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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 E5-4640 is positioned at rank 1016 and the Core i7-6820EQ is on rank 822, so the Core i7-6820EQ offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Xeon E5-4640
Performance Per Dollar Core i7-6820EQ
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon E5-4640 | Core i7-6820EQ |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($2,725) | ✅ More affordable ($344) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Sandy Bridge-EP (2012) / 32 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Skylake (2015−2016) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon E5-4640 | Core i7-6820EQ |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+694%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($2,725) | ✅ More affordable ($344) |
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 E5-4640 and Core i7-6820EQ
Xeon E5-4640
The Xeon E5-4640 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 14 May 2012 (13 years ago). It is based on the Sandy Bridge-EP (2012) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 2.4 GHz, with boost up to 2.8 GHz. L3 cache: 20480 kB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: LGA2011. Thermal design power (TDP): 95 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 7,012 points. Launch price was $2,730.
Core i7-6820EQ
The Core i7-6820EQ is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 12 October 2015 (10 years ago). It is based on the Skylake (2015−2016) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Max frequency: 2.8 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB. L2 cache: 1 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Thermal design power (TDP): 45 Watt. Memory support: LPDDR3-1866. Passmark benchmark score: 7,025 points. Launch price was $378.
Processing Power
The Xeon E5-4640 packs 8 cores / 16 threads, while the Core i7-6820EQ offers 4 cores / 8 threads — the Xeon E5-4640 has 4 more cores. Boost clocks reach 2.8 GHz on the Xeon E5-4640 versus 2.8 GHz on the Core i7-6820EQ — identical boost frequencies. The Xeon E5-4640 uses the Sandy Bridge-EP (2012) architecture (32 nm), while the Core i7-6820EQ uses Skylake (2015−2016) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon E5-4640 scores 7,012 against the Core i7-6820EQ's 7,025 — a 0.2% lead for the Core i7-6820EQ. L3 cache: 20480 kB (total) on the Xeon E5-4640 vs 8 MB on the Core i7-6820EQ.
| Feature | Xeon E5-4640 | Core i7-6820EQ |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 8 / 16+100% | 4 / 8 |
| Boost Clock | 2.8 GHz | 2.8 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.4 GHz | — |
| L3 Cache | 20480 kB (total)+150% | 8 MB |
| L2 Cache | 256 kB (per core) | 1 MB+300% |
| Process | 32 nm | 14 nm-56% |
| Architecture | Sandy Bridge-EP (2012) | Skylake (2015−2016) |
| PassMark | 7,012 | 7,025 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: not specified (Xeon E5-4640) / VT-x, VT-d (Core i7-6820EQ). The Core i7-6820EQ includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics 530), while the Xeon E5-4640 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i7-6820EQ targets Embedded.
| Feature | Xeon E5-4640 | Core i7-6820EQ |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | — | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | HD Graphics 530 |
| Unlocked | — | No |
| AVX-512 | — | No |
| Virtualization | — | VT-x, VT-d |
| Target Use | — | Embedded |
Value Analysis
The Xeon E5-4640 launched at $2725 MSRP, while the Core i7-6820EQ debuted at $378.
| Feature | Xeon E5-4640 | Core i7-6820EQ |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $2725 | $378-86% |
| Avg Price (30d) | — | $344 |
| Release Date | 2012 | 2015 |
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