Xeon X7560 vs Core i7-3930K
Xeon X7560
Core i7-3930K
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 X7560 is positioned at rank 364 and the Core i7-3930K is on rank 917, so the Xeon X7560 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Xeon X7560
Performance Per Dollar Core i7-3930K
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon X7560 | Core i7-3930K |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($150) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Legacy / 45 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Sandy Bridge-E (2011−2013) / 32 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon X7560 | Core i7-3930K |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($150) |
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 X7560 and Core i7-3930K
Xeon X7560
The Xeon X7560 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2015-01-01. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 2.27 GHz, with boost up to 2.67 GHz. L3 cache: 24 MB L3 Cache. Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1567. Thermal design power (TDP): 130 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-800, DDR3-978, DDR3-1066, DDR3-1333, Speed-1066. Passmark benchmark score: 8,110 points. Launch price was $800.
Core i7-3930K
The Core i7-3930K is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 14 November 2011 (14 years ago). It is based on the Sandy Bridge-E (2011−2013) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 3.2 GHz, with boost up to 3.8 GHz. L3 cache: 12 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: LGA2011. Thermal design power (TDP): 130 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 8,204 points. Launch price was $611.
Processing Power
The Xeon X7560 packs 8 cores / 16 threads, while the Core i7-3930K offers 6 cores / 12 threads — the Xeon X7560 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 2.67 GHz on the Xeon X7560 versus 3.8 GHz on the Core i7-3930K — a 34.9% clock advantage for the Core i7-3930K (base: 2.27 GHz vs 3.2 GHz). The Core i7-3930K is built on the Sandy Bridge-E (2011−2013) architecture. In PassMark, the Xeon X7560 scores 8,110 against the Core i7-3930K's 8,204 — a 1.2% lead for the Core i7-3930K. L3 cache: 24 MB L3 Cache on the Xeon X7560 vs 12 MB (total) on the Core i7-3930K.
| Feature | Xeon X7560 | Core i7-3930K |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 8 / 16+33% | 6 / 12 |
| Boost Clock | 2.67 GHz | 3.8 GHz+42% |
| Base Clock | 2.27 GHz | 3.2 GHz+41% |
| L3 Cache | 24 MB L3 Cache+100% | 12 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | — | 256 kB (per core) |
| Process | 45 nm | 32 nm-29% |
| Architecture | — | Sandy Bridge-E (2011−2013) |
| PassMark | 8,110 | 8,204+1% |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 731 |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon X7560 uses the LGA1567 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Core i7-3930K uses LGA2011 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR3-1333 memory speed. Both feature 4-channel memory with ECC support. Chipset compatibility: Nehalem-EX (Xeon X7560) and X79 (Core i7-3930K).
| Feature | Xeon X7560 | Core i7-3930K |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1567 | LGA2011 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 2.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1333 | DDR3-1600 |
| Max RAM Capacity | — | 64 GB |
| RAM Channels | 4 | 4 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | — | 40 |
Advanced Features
Only the Core i7-3930K has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Both support VT-x, VT-d, EPT virtualization. Primary use case: Xeon X7560 targets Server, Core i7-3930K targets HEDT Desktop. Direct competitor: Xeon X7560 rivals Core i7-980X; Core i7-3930K rivals FX-8350.
| Feature | Xeon X7560 | Core i7-3930K |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| IGPU Model | — | None |
| Unlocked | No | Yes |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d, EPT | VT-x, VT-d, EPT |
| Target Use | Server | HEDT Desktop |
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