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Overview

The Xeon E5-2608L v4 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 20 June 2016 (9 years ago). It is based on the Broadwell (2015−2019) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Max frequency: 1.6 GHz. L3 cache: 20 MB. L2 cache: 2 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Thermal design power (TDP): 50 Watt. Passmark benchmark score: 7,447 points. Launch price was $363.

Value Upgrade Path

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MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar Xeon E5-2608L v4

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104%

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Core i5-760

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102%

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Celeron G6900TE

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102%

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Xeon E5-2608L v4

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100%

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97%

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96%

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96%

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95%

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94%

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Athlon 64 3600+

MSRP: $149|Avg: $15

93%

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FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Xeon E5-2608L v4 across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Xeon E5-2608L v4 specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Xeon E5-2608L v4 is a 8-core / 16-thread processor based on the Broadwell (2015−2019) architecture, manufactured on a 14 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 1.6 GHz— higher boost clocks directly translate to better single-threaded performance and responsiveness in gaming. It carries 20 MB of L3 cache, plus 2 MB of L2 cache. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 7,447, placing it in the Entry Level performance tier as a Legacy generation product.

Specification	Xeon E5-2608L v4
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units	8C / 16T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost	1.6 GHz
ArchitectureCPU microarchitecture design	Broadwell (2015−2019)
Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient	14 nm
L3 CacheShared cache — reduces memory latency for all cores	20 MB
L2 CachePer-core fast cache for frequently accessed data	2 MB
Die SizePhysical silicon area of the processor	246.24 mm2
Transistor CountMore transistors = more capabilities	3200 Million
Bus SpeedData bus frequency	2 × 6.4 GT/s
64-bit Support	Yes
Windows 11 Compatible	No
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score	7,447

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Power & Cooling

The Xeon E5-2608L v4 has a rated TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 50 Watt — this indicates the amount of heat generated under sustained load and determines what cooling solution is needed.

Specification	Xeon E5-2608L v4
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload	50 Watt

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Value Analysis

At an average price of $174 (MSRP: $363), the Xeon E5-2608L v4 delivers 43 PassMark points per dollar. Performance ranking position: #1517 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Xeon E5-2608L v4
MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price	$363
Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days	$174
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$363
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#1517
Release DateLaunch date	20 June 2016 (9 years ago)
Release Year	2016
DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD)	Intel

Specifications Reference

Raw spec sheet for quick lookup. The analysis cards above explain what these fields mean in practice.

3 categories

General Information

7 specs

Type	Laptop
Series	Intel Xeon E5
Designer	Intel
Launch Price	$363
Release Date	20 June 2016 (9 years ago)
Architecture Codename	Broadwell (2015−2019)
Performance Ranking Position	1517

Technical Specifications

13 specs

Cores	8
Threads	16
Bus Type	QPI
Die Size	246.24 mm2
L2 Cache	2 MB
L3 Cache	20 MB
Bus Speed	2 × 6.4 GT/s
Multiplier	16
Max Frequency	1.6 GHz
64-Bit Support	+
Transistor Count	3200 Million
Process Technology	14 nm
Windows 11 Compatible	-