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Overview

The Xeon E5-2689 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2015-01-01. It is based on the Sandy Bridge-EP (2012) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 2.6 GHz, with boost up to 3.6 GHz. L3 cache: 20 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: LGA2011. Thermal design power (TDP): 115 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 9,922 points. Launch price was $800.

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 E5-2689

Xeon W-2195

MSRP: $150|Avg: $5

1015%

Xeon 6337P

MSRP: $60|Avg: $5

759%

EPYC 9174F

MSRP: $194|Avg: $30

316%

EPYC 7261

MSRP: $501|Avg: $8

253%

EPYC 9375F

MSRP: $5306|Avg: $108

161%

Xeon E7-8895 v2

MSRP: $6841|Avg: $65

160%

Xeon W-2191B

MSRP: $1333|Avg: $39

132%

EPYC 9135

MSRP: $1214|Avg: $95

110%

Xeon X5660

MSRP: $1219|Avg: $10

108%

#10

EPYC 7543P

MSRP: $2730|Avg: $115

105%

#11

EPYC 7J13

MSRP: $7890|Avg: $150

103%

#12

Xeon E5-2689

MSRP: $1800|Avg: $18

100%

#13

Xeon X5680

MSRP: $450|Avg: $13

96%

#14

Xeon Silver 4114

MSRP: $612|Avg: $30

79%

#15

EPYC 7D12

MSRP: $1000|Avg: $100

77%

#16

Xeon E5-2676 V3

MSRP: $1800|Avg: $36

66%

#17

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3945WX

MSRP: $1149|Avg: $100

61%

#18

Xeon E5-4620 v2

MSRP: $273|Avg: $30

57%

#19

Xeon W3540

MSRP: $284|Avg: $10

56%

#20

EPYC 7302

MSRP: $978|Avg: $109

56%

#21

Xeon W3530

MSRP: $294|Avg: $10

55%

#22

EPYC 7473X

MSRP: $3900|Avg: $200

54%

#23

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5965WX

MSRP: $2399|Avg: $225

54%

#24

Xeon E5-2650 v4

MSRP: $1166|Avg: $45

54%

#25

Xeon X5675

MSRP: $1440|Avg: $22

53%

#26

Xeon E5-1660

MSRP: $1080|Avg: $29

52%

#27

Xeon W-10855M

MSRP: $118|Avg: $43

52%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Xeon E5-2689 across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Xeon E5-2689 specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Xeon E5-2689 is a 8-core / 16-thread processor based on the Sandy Bridge-EP (2012) architecture, manufactured on a 32 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 3.6 GHz from a base frequency of 2.6 GHz— higher boost clocks directly translate to better single-threaded performance and responsiveness in gaming. It carries 20 MB (total) of L3 cache, plus 256 kB (per core) of L2 cache and 64 kB (per core) of L1 cache per core. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 9,922, placing it in the Budget performance tier as a Legacy generation product.

Specification	Xeon E5-2689
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units	8C / 16T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost	3.6 GHz
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency	2.6 GHz
ArchitectureCPU microarchitecture design	Sandy Bridge-EP (2012)
Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient	32 nm
L3 CacheShared cache — reduces memory latency for all cores	20 MB (total)
L2 CachePer-core fast cache for frequently accessed data	256 kB (per core)
L1 CacheUltra-fast per-core cache	64 kB (per core)
Die SizePhysical silicon area of the processor	435 mm2
Transistor CountMore transistors = more capabilities	2,270 million
64-bit Support	Yes
Windows 11 Compatible	No
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score	9,922

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Memory & Platform

The Xeon E5-2689 fits into the LGA2011 socket and supports PCIe 2.0. It supports DDR3 memory.

Specification	Xeon E5-2689
TypeDesktop or Laptop processor	server
SeriesProduct family	Xeon
SocketMotherboard socket required	LGA2011
PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidth	PCIe 2.0
RAM TypeSupported memory standard	DDR3
Max CPUs in ConfigMulti-socket support for servers	2

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Power & Cooling

The Xeon E5-2689 has a rated TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 115 Watt — this indicates the amount of heat generated under sustained load and determines what cooling solution is needed.

Specification	Xeon E5-2689
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload	115 Watt

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Value Analysis

At an average price of $18 (MSRP: $1800), the Xeon E5-2689 delivers 551 PassMark points per dollar. Performance ranking position: #1313 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Xeon E5-2689
MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price	$1800
Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days	$18
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$800
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#1313
Release DateLaunch date	2015-01-01
Release Year	2012
DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD)	Intel
ManufacturerFabrication foundry (e.g. TSMC)	Intel

Specifications Reference

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

4 categories

General Information

8 specs

Type	server
Series	Xeon
Designer	Intel
Launch Price	$800
Manufacturer	Intel
Release Date	2015-01-01
Architecture Codename	Sandy Bridge-EP (2012)
Performance Ranking Position	1313

Technical Specifications

12 specs

Cores	8
Threads	16
Die Size	435 mm2
L1 Cache	64 kB (per core)
L2 Cache	256 kB (per core)
L3 Cache	20 MB (total)
Max Frequency	3.6 GHz
64-Bit Support	+
Base Frequency	2.6 GHz
Transistor Count	2,270 million
Process Technology	32 nm
Windows 11 Compatible	-