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Xeon X5672
Core i5-6440HQ
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 X5672 is positioned at rank 670 and the Core i5-6440HQ is on rank 879, so the Xeon X5672 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Xeon X5672
Performance Per Dollar Core i5-6440HQ
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon X5672 | Core i5-6440HQ |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($44) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($250) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Westmere-EP (2010−2011) / 32 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Skylake (2015−2016) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon X5672 | Core i5-6440HQ |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+470%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($44) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($250) |
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 X5672 and Core i5-6440HQ
Xeon X5672
The Xeon X5672 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 14 February 2011 (14 years ago). It is based on the Westmere-EP (2010−2011) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.2 GHz, with boost up to 3.6 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: 5,036 points. Launch price was $115.
Core i5-6440HQ
The Core i5-6440HQ is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 September 2015 (10 years ago). It is based on the Skylake (2015−2016) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.6 GHz, with boost up to 3.5 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB. L2 cache: 1 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1440. Thermal design power (TDP): 45 Watt. Memory support: DDR3, DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 5,021 points. Launch price was $250.
Processing Power
The Xeon X5672 packs 4 cores / 8 threads, matching the Core i5-6440HQ's 4 cores. Boost clocks reach 3.6 GHz on the Xeon X5672 versus 3.5 GHz on the Core i5-6440HQ — a 2.8% clock advantage for the Xeon X5672 (base: 3.2 GHz vs 2.6 GHz). The Xeon X5672 uses the Westmere-EP (2010−2011) architecture (32 nm), while the Core i5-6440HQ uses Skylake (2015−2016) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon X5672 scores 5,036 against the Core i5-6440HQ's 5,021 — a 0.3% lead for the Xeon X5672. L3 cache: 12 MB (total) on the Xeon X5672 vs 6 MB on the Core i5-6440HQ.
| Feature | Xeon X5672 | Core i5-6440HQ |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 8 | 4 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 3.6 GHz+3% | 3.5 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.2 GHz+23% | 2.6 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 12 MB (total)+100% | 6 MB |
| L2 Cache | 256 kB (per core) | 1 MB+300% |
| Process | 32 nm | 14 nm-56% |
| Architecture | Westmere-EP (2010−2011) | Skylake (2015−2016) |
| PassMark | 5,036 | 5,021 |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon X5672 uses the LGA1366 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Core i5-6440HQ uses BGA1440 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3-1333 on the Xeon X5672 versus DDR4-2133 on the Core i5-6440HQ — the Core i5-6440HQ supports 28.6% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. Memory channels: 3 (Xeon X5672) vs 2 (Core i5-6440HQ).
| Feature | Xeon X5672 | Core i5-6440HQ |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1366 | BGA1440 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 3.0+50% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1333 | DDR4-2133+33% |
| Max RAM Capacity | — | 64 GB |
| RAM Channels | 3+50% | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | — | 16 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Xeon X5672) vs VT-x, VT-d (Core i5-6440HQ). The Core i5-6440HQ includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics 530), while the Xeon X5672 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Xeon X5672 targets Workstation, Core i5-6440HQ targets Mobile. Direct competitor: Xeon X5672 rivals Core i7-980X.
| Feature | Xeon X5672 | Core i5-6440HQ |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | HD Graphics 530 |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d, EPT | VT-x, VT-d |
| Target Use | Workstation | Mobile |
Value Analysis
The Xeon X5672 launched at $300 MSRP, while the Core i5-6440HQ debuted at $250.
| Feature | Xeon X5672 | Core i5-6440HQ |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $300 | $250-17% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $44 | — |
| Release Date | 2011 | 2015 |
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