Xeon X5670 vs Ryzen 7 3700X
Xeon X5670
Ryzen 7 3700X
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 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 Ryzen 7 3700X
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon X5670 | Ryzen 7 3700X |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($30) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($140) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Westmere-EP (2010−2011) / 32 nm) | ✨ Modern (Matisse (Zen 2) (2019−2020) / 7 nm, 12 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon X5670 | Ryzen 7 3700X |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+28%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($30) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($140) |
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.
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Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of Xeon X5670 and Ryzen 7 3700X
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.
Ryzen 7 3700X
The Ryzen 7 3700X is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 7 July 2019 (6 years ago). It is based on the Matisse (Zen 2) (2019−2020) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 3.6 GHz, with boost up to 4.4 GHz. L3 cache: 32 MB. L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 7 nm, 12 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4 Dual-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 22,430 points. Launch price was $329.
Processing Power
The Xeon X5670 packs 6 cores / 12 threads, while the Ryzen 7 3700X offers 8 cores / 16 threads — the Ryzen 7 3700X has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.33 GHz on the Xeon X5670 versus 4.4 GHz on the Ryzen 7 3700X — a 27.7% clock advantage for the Ryzen 7 3700X (base: 2.93 GHz vs 3.6 GHz). The Xeon X5670 uses the Westmere-EP (2010−2011) architecture (32 nm), while the Ryzen 7 3700X uses Matisse (Zen 2) (2019−2020) (7 nm, 12 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon X5670 scores 6,160 against the Ryzen 7 3700X's 22,430 — a 113.8% lead for the Ryzen 7 3700X. L3 cache: 12 MB (total) on the Xeon X5670 vs 32 MB on the Ryzen 7 3700X.
| Feature | Xeon X5670 | Ryzen 7 3700X |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 6 / 12 | 8 / 16+33% |
| Boost Clock | 3.33 GHz | 4.4 GHz+32% |
| Base Clock | 2.93 GHz | 3.6 GHz+23% |
| L3 Cache | 12 MB (total) | 32 MB+167% |
| L2 Cache | 256 kB (per core) | 512K (per core)+100% |
| Process | 32 nm | 7 nm, 12 nm-78% |
| Architecture | Westmere-EP (2010−2011) | Matisse (Zen 2) (2019−2020) |
| PassMark | 6,160 | 22,430+264% |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon X5670 uses the LGA1366 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Ryzen 7 3700X uses AM4 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3-1333 on the Xeon X5670 versus DDR4-3200 on the Ryzen 7 3700X — the Ryzen 7 3700X supports 28.6% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. Memory channels: 3 (Xeon X5670) vs 2 (Ryzen 7 3700X). Chipset compatibility: Intel X58,Intel 5520 (Xeon X5670) and AMD 500 series,AMD 400 series,AMD 300 series (Ryzen 7 3700X).
| Feature | Xeon X5670 | Ryzen 7 3700X |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1366 | AM4 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 4.0+100% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1333 | DDR4-3200+33% |
| Max RAM Capacity | — | 128 GB |
| RAM Channels | 3+50% | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | — | 24 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Xeon X5670) / not specified (Ryzen 7 3700X). Primary use case: Xeon X5670 targets Workstation. Direct competitor: Xeon X5670 rivals Core i7-980X.
| Feature | Xeon X5670 | Ryzen 7 3700X |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | 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 Ryzen 7 3700X debuted at $329. At current prices ($30 vs $140), the Xeon X5670 is $110 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon X5670 delivers 205.3 pts/$ vs 160.2 pts/$ for the Ryzen 7 3700X — making the Xeon X5670 the 24.7% better value option.
| Feature | Xeon X5670 | Ryzen 7 3700X |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $67-80% | $329 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $30-79% | $140 |
| Performance per Dollar | 205.3+28% | 160.2 |
| Release Date | 2010 | 2019 |
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