Product Comparison: Intel Xeon W3680 vs Intel Xeon X5670


Intel Xeon W3680 CPU Processor
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Intel Xeon X5670 CPU Processor
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General Specifications
Brand
Intel
Intel
Model
Xeon W3680
Xeon X5670
Origin
Costa Rica
Costa Rica
About the Product
Intel Xeon W3680 is a Westmere EP architecture server processor. It has 6 cores and 12 threads, and is based on 65 nm manufacturing technology. Сlock frequency is 3.33GHz, maximum frequency is 3.6GHz. The processor has a 12MB L3 cache. It is suitable for FCLGA1366 socket.
Intel Xeon X5670 is a server processor that runs at 2.93GHz and the maximum clock frequency is 3.33GHz. It has 4 cores and 4 threads, manufacturing process is 45 nm, Westmere EP architecture. L3 cache size is 12MB. The processor is compatible with FCLGA1366 socket.
Package Size
Height
4.9 in.
4.9 in.
Width
3.5 in.
3.5 in.
Depth
1.8 in.
1.8 in.
Weight
1.1 lbs.
1.1 lbs.
Details
Socket
FCLGA1366
FCLGA1366
Lithography
32 nm
32 nm
Type of Processors
Server
Server
Code Name
Westmere EP
Westmere EP
What customers say about "Details"
Intel Xeon W3680 CPU Processor
  • Easy install. Amazing upgrade to my struggling mid-2010 Mac Pro.
  • Easy to install. Increased speed and power of my PC.
  • The processor installed quickly and I was immediately able to use my PC.
  • Convenient socket, the processor is securely fixed in it.
  • Cool processor and easy to install. Recommend for everybody.
Intel Xeon X5670 CPU Processor
  • It was straightforward and easy to install. Thanks Intel, good chip.
  • There is nothing difficult in installing this chip. I did it myself in a few minutes.
  • This is an old socket and you may not always be able to find a suitable motherboard.
Technical Specifications
CPU Cores
6
6
CPU Threads
12
12
Clock Speed
3.33 GHz
2.93 GHz
Turbo Clock Speed
3.6 GHz
3.33 GHz
Max TDP
130 W
95 W
Max Temperature
67.9 °C
81.3 °C
Data Width
64 bits
64 bits
Virtualization Technology
Yes
Yes
What customers say about "Technical Specifications"
Intel Xeon W3680 CPU Processor
  • Cool processor, 6 cores and 12 threads. It's powerful, I recommend it.
  • The processor overclocks well, it is fast. Thanks Intel.
  • W3680 is unlocked. So it makes overclocking super easy.
  • I'm currently running at 4.3GHz, full load CPU temperature hovers around 80 с. Nice chip.
  • I've managed to clock it to 4.25Ghz with 1.35V. A very powerful processor.
Intel Xeon X5670 CPU Processor
  • It is simply amazing how stable and how fast it runs for gaming.
  • Cool processor that works fast with video editing and graphic design.
  • I overclocked the processor to 4.2GHz, it does not heat up and works stably.
  • It works great. I was even able to overclock it to 3.5GHz.
  • 6 cores for a processor is a super solution. Now I have a powerful computer for all tasks.
Cache And Memory Specifications
L1 Cache Size
384 kB
384 kB
L2 Cache Size
1536 kB
1536 kB
L3 Cache Size
12000 kB
12000 kB
Max Memory Size
24 GB
288 GB
Memory Types
DDR3
DDR3
Max Memory Channels
3
3
Max Memory Bandwidth
32 GB/s
32 GB/s
What customers say about "Cache And Memory Specifications"
Intel Xeon W3680 CPU Processor
  • The processor has a really large cache, multitasking is not a problem for it.
  • I added a total of 32 GB RAM and the processor works like a beast.
  • This processor runs with 8GB of RAM. Works great every day.
  • I chose this chip and did not regret it. It has a great cache size.
  • The cache size is 12MB and that's cool. I run several programs at once and without lags.
Intel Xeon X5670 CPU Processor
  • I have this CPU with 24 GB of DDR3 and it is a very nice machine now.
  • It works stably with DDR3-1333, Intel made a wonderful processor as always.
  • I installed myself 16GB of RAM. This is not a problem at all for this chip.
  • I recommend this processor. It has great memory bandwidth.
  • Good cache size. For this, the CPU is not a problem if you run many applications at the same time.
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

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