Xeon X5670 vs FX-8370
Xeon X5670
FX-8370
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 X5670 is positioned at rank 469 and the FX-8370 is on rank 583, so the Xeon X5670 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Xeon X5670
Performance Per Dollar FX-8370
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon X5670 | FX-8370 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($30) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($100) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Westmere-EP (2010−2011) / 32 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Vishera (2012−2015) / 32 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon X5670 | FX-8370 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+232%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($30) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($100) |
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 X5670 and FX-8370
Xeon X5670
The Xeon X5670 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 16 March 2010 (15 years ago). It is based on the Westmere-EP (2010−2011) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 2.93 GHz, with boost up to 3.33 GHz. L3 cache: 12 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1366. Thermal design power (TDP): 95 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 6,160 points. Launch price was $67.
FX-8370
The FX-8370 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2 September 2014 (11 years ago). It is based on the Vishera (2012−2015) architecture. It features 8 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 4 GHz, with boost up to 4.3 GHz. L2 cache: 8192 kB. Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: AM3+. Thermal design power (TDP): 125 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 6,184 points. Launch price was $199.
Processing Power
The Xeon X5670 packs 6 cores / 12 threads, while the FX-8370 offers 8 cores / 8 threads — the FX-8370 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.33 GHz on the Xeon X5670 versus 4.3 GHz on the FX-8370 — a 25.4% clock advantage for the FX-8370 (base: 2.93 GHz vs 4 GHz). The Xeon X5670 uses the Westmere-EP (2010−2011) architecture (32 nm), while the FX-8370 uses Vishera (2012−2015) (32 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon X5670 scores 6,160 against the FX-8370's 6,184 — a 0.4% lead for the FX-8370.
| Feature | Xeon X5670 | FX-8370 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 6 / 12 | 8 / 8+33% |
| Boost Clock | 3.33 GHz | 4.3 GHz+29% |
| Base Clock | 2.93 GHz | 4 GHz+37% |
| L3 Cache | 12 MB (total) | — |
| L2 Cache | 256 kB (per core) | 8192 kB+3100% |
| Process | 32 nm | 32 nm |
| Architecture | Westmere-EP (2010−2011) | Vishera (2012−2015) |
| PassMark | 6,160 | 6,184 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 3,800 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 520 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 2,050 |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon X5670 uses the LGA1366 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the FX-8370 uses AM3+ (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR3-1333 memory speed. Memory channels: 3 (Xeon X5670) vs 2 (FX-8370). Chipset compatibility: Intel X58,Intel 5520 (Xeon X5670) and 970,990FX,990X (FX-8370).
| Feature | Xeon X5670 | FX-8370 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1366 | AM3+ |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 2.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1333 | DDR3-1866 |
| Max RAM Capacity | — | 32 GB |
| RAM Channels | 3+50% | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | — | 20 |
Advanced Features
Only the FX-8370 has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Xeon X5670) vs AMD-V (FX-8370). Primary use case: Xeon X5670 targets Workstation, FX-8370 targets Legacy Gaming. Direct competitor: Xeon X5670 rivals Core i7-980X; FX-8370 rivals Core i5-6400.
| Feature | Xeon X5670 | FX-8370 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| IGPU Model | — | None |
| Unlocked | No | Yes |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d, EPT | AMD-V |
| Target Use | Workstation | Legacy Gaming |
Value Analysis
The Xeon X5670 launched at $67 MSRP, while the FX-8370 debuted at $199. At current prices ($30 vs $100), the Xeon X5670 is $70 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon X5670 delivers 205.3 pts/$ vs 61.8 pts/$ for the FX-8370 — making the Xeon X5670 the 107.4% better value option.
| Feature | Xeon X5670 | FX-8370 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $67-66% | $199 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $30-70% | $100 |
| Performance per Dollar | 205.3+232% | 61.8 |
| Release Date | 2010 | 2014 |
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