Xeon X5698 vs Athlon X4 870K

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Passmark Score

3447

Passmark Score

3443

Performance Difference

Xeon X5698 is 0.1% faster than Athlon X4 870K

Benchmarks & Performance Comparison

In this CPU comparison, Xeon X5698 performs 0.1% better in benchmarks. Below you'll find detailed performance analysis, gaming benchmarks, power consumption data, and specifications to help you decide between Xeon X5698 and Athlon X4 870K.

Both processors are popular choices for gaming PCs. Consider factors like core count, boost clock speeds, power consumption (TDP), and gaming vs productivity performance when choosing between these CPUs.

Technical Specifications

Detailed hardware specifications for Xeon X5698 and Athlon X4 870K

Intel

Xeon X5698

The Xeon X5698 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 14 February 2011 (14 years ago). It is based on the Westmere-EP (2010−2011) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 4.4 GHz, with boost up to 4.4 GHz. L3 cache: 12288 kB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1366. Thermal design power (TDP): 130 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 3,447 points.

General Information

Type:server
Designer:Intel
Manufacturer:Intel
Release Date:14 February 2011 (14 years ago)
Architecture Codename:Westmere-EP (2010−2011)
Performance Ranking Position:2126

Technical Specifications

Cores:2
Threads:4
Die Size:239 mm2
L1 Cache:64 kB (per core)
L2 Cache:256 kB (per core)
L3 Cache:12288 kB (total)
Max Frequency:4.4 GHz
64-Bit Support:+
Base Frequency:4.4 GHz
Transistor Count:1,170 million
Process Technology:32 nm
Compatibilidade Com Windows 11:-

Compatibility

Socket:LGA1366
Power Consumption (TDP):130 Watt
Max Processors In Config:2

Memory

RAM Types:DDR3
AMD

Athlon X4 870K

The Athlon X4 870K is manufactured by AMD. It was released in Dezembro 2015 (10 years ago). It is based on the Godaveri (2014−2016) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.9 GHz, with boost up to 4.1 GHz. L2 cache: 4 MB. Built on 28 nm process technology. Socket: FM2+. Thermal design power (TDP): 95 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-2133. Passmark benchmark score: 3,443 points.

General Information

Type:desktop
Designer:AMD
Manufacturer:GlobalFoundries
Release Date:Dezembro 2015 (10 years ago)
Architecture Codename:Godaveri (2014−2016)
Performance Ranking Position:2127

Technical Specifications

Cores:4
Threads:4
Die Size:245 mm2
L1 Cache:256K
L2 Cache:4 MB
Max Frequency:4.1 GHz
64-Bit Support:+
Base Frequency:3.9 GHz
Transistor Count:2,411 million
Process Technology:28 nm
Unlocked Multiplier:+
Max Case Temperature (TCase):72 °C

Compatibility

Socket:FM2+
Power Consumption (TDP):95 Watt
Max Processors In Config:1

Memory

RAM Types:DDR3-2133

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