Xeon E5-4657L v2
Intel
PassMark
11,613
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Overview
The Xeon E5-4657L v2 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2015-01-01. It features 12 cores and 24 threads. Base frequency is 2.4 GHz, with boost up to 2.9 GHz. L3 cache: 30 MB Intel® Smart Cache. Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA2011. Thermal design power (TDP): 115 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-800, DDR3-1066, DDR3-1333, DDR3-1600, DDR3-1866. Passmark benchmark score: 11,613 points. Launch price was $800.
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FPS Benchmarks
Predicted performance for Xeon E5-4657L v2 across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.
Counter-Strike 2
Deadlock
Elden Ring
Euro Truck Simulator 2
Final Fantasy XIV
Garry's Mod
Honkai: Star Rail
League of Legends
Once Human
Path of Exile 2
Technical Analysis
Detailed breakdown of Xeon E5-4657L v2 specifications and capabilities.
Processing Power
The Xeon E5-4657L v2 is a 12-core / 24-thread processor, manufactured on a 22 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 2.9 GHz from a base frequency of 2.4 GHz— higher boost clocks directly translate to better single-threaded performance and responsiveness in gaming. It carries 30 MB Intel® Smart Cache of L3 cache. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 11,613, placing it in the Budget performance tier as a Legacy generation product.
| Specification | Xeon E5-4657L v2 |
|---|---|
| Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units | 12C / 24T |
| Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost | 2.9 GHz |
| Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency | 2.4 GHz |
| Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient | 22 nm |
| L3 CacheShared cache — reduces memory latency for all cores | 30 MB Intel® Smart Cache |
| Bus SpeedData bus frequency | 8 GT/s |
| Max TemperatureMaximum safe operating temperature (Tjmax) | 81 °C |
| 64-bit Support | Yes |
| Windows 11 Compatible | No |
| PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score | 11,613 |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon E5-4657L v2 fits into the LGA2011 socket and supports PCIe 5.0. It supports DDR3-800, DDR3-1066, DDR3-1333, DDR3-1600, DDR3-1866 memory.
| Specification | Xeon E5-4657L v2 |
|---|---|
| TypeDesktop or Laptop processor | server |
| SocketMotherboard socket required | LGA2011 |
| PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidth | PCIe 5.0 |
| RAM TypeSupported memory standard | DDR3-800, DDR3-1066, DDR3-1333, DDR3-1600, DDR3-1866 |
| Max CPUs in ConfigMulti-socket support for servers | 4 |
Power & Cooling
The Xeon E5-4657L v2 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 E5-4657L v2 |
|---|---|
| TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload | 115 Watt |
| Max TemperatureMaximum safe junction temperature (Tjmax) | 81 °C |
Value Analysis
Performance ranking position: #1208 out of all indexed processors.
| Specification | Xeon E5-4657L v2 |
|---|---|
| Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch | $800 |
| Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking | #1208 |
| Release DateLaunch date | 2015-01-01 |
| Release Year | 2014 |
| 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.
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General Information
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General Information
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| Type | server |
| Designer | Intel |
| Launch Price | $800 |
| Release Date | 2015-01-01 |
| Performance Ranking Position | 1208 |
Technical Specifications
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Technical Specifications
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| Cores | 12 |
| Threads | 24 |
| L3 Cache | 30 MB Intel® Smart Cache |
| Bus Speed | 8 GT/s |
| Max Frequency | 2.9 GHz |
| 64-Bit Support | + |
| Base Frequency | 2.4 GHz |
| Process Technology | 22 nm |
| Max Core Temperature | 81 °C |
| Windows 11 Compatible | - |
Compatibility
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Compatibility
4 specs
| Socket | LGA2011 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 5.0 |
| Power Consumption (TDP) | 115 Watt |
| Max Processors In Config | 4 |
Memory
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Memory
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| RAM Types | DDR3-800, DDR3-1066, DDR3-1333, DDR3-1600, DDR3-1866 |
| Memory Channels | 4 |
| Memory Bandwidth | 59.7 GB/s |
| ECC Memory Support | + |
| Max Memory Capacity | 768 GB |
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