Product Comparison: Intel Xeon E5620 vs Intel Core i7-2600


Intel Xeon E5620 CPU Processor
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Intel Core i7-2600 CPU Processor
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General Specifications
Brand
Intel
Intel
Model
Xeon E5620
Core i7-2600
Origin
China
China
About the Product
This is Westmere-EP architecture processor primarily aimed at office systems. It has 4 cores and 8 threads, and is based on 32 nm manufacturing technology, with a maximum frequency of 2660 MHz.
Part of Intel's family of 2nd generation Intel Core computer processors, the Intel Core i7-2600 Processor delivers speed and smooth performance - whether you're creating high-definition videos, playing 3D games, or simply browsing the Internet.
Package Size
Height
5.5 in.
4.5 in.
Width
4.7 in.
4 in.
Depth
2 in.
3.2 in.
Weight
1.1 lbs.
0.85 lbs.
Details
Socket
FCLGA1366
Lithography
32 nm
32 nm
Type of Processors
Server
Desktop
Code Name
Westmere EP
Sandy Bridge
What customers say about "Details"
Intel Xeon E5620 CPU Processor
  • Reliable processor, due to the 32nm process technology.
  • Nice socket, easy to install. Happy with the purchase.
  • Excellent performance for the server processor due to the socket.
  • The socket is outdated, with no potential.
  • FCLGA1366 is already old, the motherboard is hard to find.
Intel Core i7-2600 CPU Processor
  • I replaced it with the Thermalright Siver Arrow Dual Fan (which does fit an 1155 socket).
  • Intel is extreme! Great socket for my case.
  • Great for my build with this socket.
  • 1155 socket fits my motherboard. Great!
  • Fast processor, but on a dead socket.
Technical Specifications
CPU Cores
4
4
CPU Threads
8
8
Clock Speed
2.4 GHz
3.4 GHz
Turbo Clock Speed
2.66 GHz
3.8 GHz
Max TDP
80 W
95 W
Max Temperature
77.6 °C
72.6 °C
Data Width
64 bits
64 bits
Virtualization Technology
Yes
Yes
What customers say about "Technical Specifications"
Intel Xeon E5620 CPU Processor
  • Heats up poorly, if not overclocked.
  • It does not heat up, 4 cores, thinks quickly and does not require an upgrade for another couple of years.
  • Heats up a bit! at idle 32 degrees, under load 45!
  • Good CPU, powerful and not expensive.
  • The processor is very hot. Dislike.
Intel Core i7-2600 CPU Processor
  • Fast stock clock speed with an additional 400 MHz available through Intel's speed boost.
  • Extremely impressed with the speed. I use all cores and theads for development.
  • Great speed and processing power.
  • Great processing speed. Runs twice as fast as the core2 duo desktop that it replaced.
  • It gives great speed for a variety of computing tasks.
Cache And Memory Specifications
L1 Cache Size
256 kB
256 kB
L2 Cache Size
1024 kB
1024 kB
L3 Cache Size
12000 kB
8000 kB
Max Memory Size
288 GB
32 GB
Memory Types
DDR3
DDR3
Max Memory Channels
3
2
Max Memory Bandwidth
25.6 GB/s
21 GB/s
What customers say about "Cache And Memory Specifications"
Intel Xeon E5620 CPU Processor
  • This CPU has a lot of cache, really!
  • Works fine, fast memory. I like it.
  • 288 GB of max RAM, that so impressive!
  • It has a fast memory, I'm satisfied. Use CPU at the office PC.
  • Supports DDR3 with a low frequency, which affects performance.
Intel Core i7-2600 CPU Processor
  • The extreme memory profile indetified my RAM nicely.
  • The memory will clock up fine with the multiplier.
  • Fast CPU processor with nothing slowing it down. Good memory.
  • Gaming wise it is a solid performing. Very good with this memory.
  • Solid performance. Great memory. Very fast for my needs.
Supported Technologies
Execute Disable Bit / Virus Protection
Yes
Yes
Turbo Boost / Turbo Core
Yes
Yes
Enhanced SpeedStep / PowerNow!
Yes
Yes
Hyper-Threading / HyperTransport
Yes
Yes
Warranty / Certifications
Manufacturer Warranty
3 year(s)
3 year(s)
Certifications
CE, FCC
CE, FCC
Other Information
Manufacturer
Link
Link
Graphics Specifications
DirectX* Support
11.1
Graphics Max Dynamic Frequency
1350 MHz
Graphics Base Frequency
850 MHz
Processor Graphics
Intel HD Graphics 2000

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