Product Comparison: Intel Core i7-870 vs Intel Xeon X3470


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General Specifications
Brand
Intel
Intel
Model
Core i7-870
Xeon X3470
Origin
Costa Rica
Malaysia
Package Size
Height
5.5 in.
4.5 in.
Width
4.8 in.
3.4 in.
Depth
2.8 in.
1.5 in.
Weight
0.8 lbs.
1.1 lbs.

Intel Core i7-870

Intel Xeon X3470

Intel Core i7-870

Intel Xeon X3470

Intel Core i7-870

Intel Xeon X3470

Details
Socket
LGA1156
LGA1156
Lithography
45 nm
45 nm
Type of Processors
Desktop
Server
Code Name
Lynnfield
Lynnfield
What customers say about "Details"
Intel Core i7-870 CPU Processor
  • It's a good buy so if you have an LGA 1156 socket don't think twice.
  • If you are still on an LGA 1156 then look no further, this is a great processor for your motherboard!
  • This is the 2nd most powerful I7 processor you can get for the LGA1156 socket.
  • I really like this type of socket it's easy to install.
  • There is very little choice of alternative cooling for LGA1156.
Intel Xeon X3470 CPU Processor
  • Upgraded from an i3-550. Easy to install.
  • Great product and price. Easy installation.
  • Excellent upgrade for any LGA1156 system.
  • I ordered this CPU to replace the Core i5-650 in my Dell OptiPlex 980 DT. Easy.
  • Upgraded to the (used) Xeon X3470 on my old MSI P55 Cd53 motherboard. Installation was easy.
Technical Specifications
CPU Cores
4
4
CPU Threads
8
8
Clock Speed
2.93 GHz
2.93 GHz
Turbo Clock Speed
3.6 GHz
3.6 GHz
Max TDP
95 W
95 W
Max Temperature
72.7 °C
72.7 °C
Data Width
64 bits
64 bits
Virtualization Technology
Yes
Yes

Intel Core i7-870

Intel Xeon X3470

Intel Core i7-870

Intel Xeon X3470

Intel Core i7-870

Intel Xeon X3470

Intel Core i7-870

Intel Xeon X3470

Intel Core i7-870

Intel Xeon X3470

What customers say about "Technical Specifications"
Intel Core i7-870 CPU Processor
  • Excellent performance, low heat dissipation, and energy efficiency.
  • Maximum heating 47 C with stock cooling.
  • It is still relevant, works great with all systems.
  • I tried to overclock, it gets very hot during tests.
  • Unfortunately, even with slight overclocking, the LGA1156 did not pass stability tests.
Intel Xeon X3470 CPU Processor
  • Fast chip for it's age. I recommend.
  • Great deal for a budget gaming rig for my son. Fast.
  • It's still able to play games like Apex, Fortnite and Tomb Raider with frames over 60fps. Good speeds.
  • Great product, highly recommended, very fast.
  • Puts out a lot of heat. A little slow.
Cache And Memory Specifications
L1 Cache Size
256 kB
256 kB
L2 Cache Size
1024 kB
1000 kB
L3 Cache Size
8000 kB
8000 kB
Max Memory Size
16 GB
32 GB
Memory Types
DDR3
DDR3
Max Memory Channels
2
2
Max Memory Bandwidth
21 GB/s
21 GB/s

Intel Core i7-870

Intel Xeon X3470

Intel Core i7-870

Intel Xeon X3470

What customers say about "Cache And Memory Specifications"
Intel Core i7-870 CPU Processor
  • Powerful. Multi-threaded, large cache.
  • Very large cache, everything works without lags.
  • Not bad memory bandwidth! Xeon is good variant for home PC.
  • Using 16GB DDR3 1033 and games works great, no lags!
  • Supports only 16GB of RAM, modern processors 32GB and more.
Intel Xeon X3470 CPU Processor
  • It has a better memory controller for the price.
  • This CPU works well. Good memory support.
  • It works perfectly. Has good DDR3 memory support.
  • This little Xeon is awesome. Supported my DDR3 memory.
  • Excellent upgrade with good memory support. Perfect CPU.
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
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