Xeon X5670 vs Processor 300T
Xeon X5670
Processor 300T
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. The Xeon X5670 is positioned at rank #469 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Xeon X5670
Performance Per Dollar Processor 300T
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon X5670 | Processor 300T |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($30) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($82) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Westmere-EP (2010−2011) / 32 nm) | ✨ Modern (Raptor Lake-S (2023−2024) / Intel 7 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon X5670 | Processor 300T |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+177%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($30) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($82) |
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 Processor 300T
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.
Processor 300T
The Processor 300T is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 8 January 2024 (1 year ago). It is based on the Raptor Lake-S (2023−2024) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.4 GHz, with boost up to 3.4 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB (total). L2 cache: 1.25 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1700. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-4800, DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 6,084 points. Launch price was $82.
Processing Power
The Xeon X5670 packs 6 cores / 12 threads, while the Processor 300T offers 2 cores / 4 threads — the Xeon X5670 has 4 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.33 GHz on the Xeon X5670 versus 3.4 GHz on the Processor 300T — a 2.1% clock advantage for the Processor 300T (base: 2.93 GHz vs 3.4 GHz). The Xeon X5670 uses the Westmere-EP (2010−2011) architecture (32 nm), while the Processor 300T uses Raptor Lake-S (2023−2024) (Intel 7 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon X5670 scores 6,160 against the Processor 300T's 6,084 — a 1.2% lead for the Xeon X5670. L3 cache: 12 MB (total) on the Xeon X5670 vs 6 MB (total) on the Processor 300T.
| Feature | Xeon X5670 | Processor 300T |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 6 / 12+200% | 2 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 3.33 GHz | 3.4 GHz+2% |
| Base Clock | 2.93 GHz | 3.4 GHz+16% |
| L3 Cache | 12 MB (total)+100% | 6 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 256 kB (per core) | 1.25 MB (per core)+400% |
| Process | 32 nm | Intel 7 nm-78% |
| Architecture | Westmere-EP (2010−2011) | Raptor Lake-S (2023−2024) |
| PassMark | 6,160+1% | 6,084 |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon X5670 uses the LGA1366 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Processor 300T uses LGA1700 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Xeon X5670 | Processor 300T |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1366 | LGA1700 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 5.0+150% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1333 | — |
| RAM Channels | 3 | — |
| ECC Support | ✅ | — |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Xeon X5670) / not specified (Processor 300T). Primary use case: Xeon X5670 targets Workstation. Direct competitor: Xeon X5670 rivals Core i7-980X.
| Feature | Xeon X5670 | Processor 300T |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | — |
| Unlocked | No | — |
| AVX-512 | No | — |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d, EPT | — |
| Target Use | Workstation | — |
Value Analysis
The Xeon X5670 launched at $67 MSRP, while the Processor 300T debuted at $82. At current prices ($30 vs $82), the Xeon X5670 is $52 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon X5670 delivers 205.3 pts/$ vs 74.2 pts/$ for the Processor 300T — making the Xeon X5670 the 93.8% better value option.
| Feature | Xeon X5670 | Processor 300T |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $67-18% | $82 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $30-63% | $82 |
| Performance per Dollar | 205.3+177% | 74.2 |
| Release Date | 2010 | 2024 |
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