CPU
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Xeon X5672
Xeon X5677
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 Xeon X5677 is on rank 550, so the Xeon X5677 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 Xeon X5677
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon X5672 | Xeon X5677 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($44) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Westmere-EP (2010−2011) / 32 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Westmere-EP (2010−2011) / 32 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon X5672 | Xeon X5677 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($44) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
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 Xeon X5677
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.
Xeon X5677
The Xeon X5677 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 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.46 GHz, with boost up to 3.73 GHz. L3 cache: 12 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1366. Thermal design power (TDP): 130 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 5,054 points. Launch price was $350.
Processing Power
Both the Xeon X5672 and Xeon X5677 share an identical 4-core/8-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 3.6 GHz on the Xeon X5672 versus 3.73 GHz on the Xeon X5677 — a 3.5% clock advantage for the Xeon X5677 (base: 3.2 GHz vs 3.46 GHz). Both are built on the Westmere-EP (2010−2011) architecture using a 32 nm process. In PassMark, the Xeon X5672 scores 5,036 against the Xeon X5677's 5,054 — a 0.4% lead for the Xeon X5677. Both processors carry 12 MB (total) of L3 cache.
| Feature | Xeon X5672 | Xeon X5677 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 8 | 4 / 8 |
| Boost Clock | 3.6 GHz | 3.73 GHz+4% |
| Base Clock | 3.2 GHz | 3.46 GHz+8% |
| L3 Cache | 12 MB (total) | 12 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 256 kB (per core) | 256 kB (per core) |
| Process | 32 nm | 32 nm |
| Architecture | Westmere-EP (2010−2011) | Westmere-EP (2010−2011) |
| PassMark | 5,036 | 5,054 |
Memory & Platform
Both processors use the LGA1366 socket with PCIe 2.0. Both support up to DDR3-1333 memory speed. Both feature 3-channel memory with ECC support. Chipset compatibility: Intel X58,Intel 5520 (Xeon X5672) and Intel X58,Intel 5520 (Xeon X5677).
| Feature | Xeon X5672 | Xeon X5677 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1366 | LGA1366 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 2.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1333 | DDR3-1333 |
| RAM Channels | 3 | 3 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Both support VT-x, VT-d, EPT virtualization. Primary use case: Xeon X5672 targets Workstation, Xeon X5677 targets Workstation. Direct competitor: Xeon X5672 rivals Core i7-980X; Xeon X5677 rivals Core i7-980X.
| Feature | Xeon X5672 | Xeon X5677 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d, EPT | VT-x, VT-d, EPT |
| Target Use | Workstation | Workstation |
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