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Overview

The Xeon E5-2470 v2 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2015-01-01. It is based on the Ivy Bridge-EN (2013−2014) architecture. It features 10 cores and 20 threads. Base frequency is 2.4 GHz, with boost up to 3.2 GHz. L3 cache: 25 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1356. Thermal design power (TDP): 95 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 10,701 points. Launch price was $800.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar Xeon E5-2470 v2

#29

Xeon W3680

MSRP: $594|Avg: $26

126%

#30

Xeon E3-1241 v3

MSRP: $273|Avg: $27

124%

#31

Xeon Gold 6538N

MSRP: $3351|Avg: $170

123%

#32

Ryzen 5 PRO 1600

MSRP: $219|Avg: $45

123%

#33

Xeon E7-4880 v2

MSRP: $6619|Avg: $185

122%

#34

Ryzen 7 PRO 1700

MSRP: $329|Avg: $60

114%

#35

Xeon E5-2667

MSRP: $1552|Avg: $31

112%

#36

Xeon W-2125

MSRP: $444|Avg: $42

111%

#37

Xeon E5-2680

MSRP: $3226|Avg: $40

109%

#38

Xeon E5-2643 v3

MSRP: $219|Avg: $45

107%

#39

Xeon E5-4650 v2

MSRP: $1723|Avg: $48

107%

#40

EPYC 7532

MSRP: $2380|Avg: $225

105%

#41

Xeon E3-1275L v3

MSRP: $350|Avg: $29

102%

#42

Xeon W3570

MSRP: $999|Avg: $15

102%

#43

Xeon Platinum 8368

MSRP: $7214|Avg: $429

100%

#44

Xeon E5-2470 v2

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

100%

#45

Xeon X3470

MSRP: $589|Avg: $16

98%

#46

Xeon X5670

MSRP: $67|Avg: $30

96%

#47

Xeon E5-2428L

MSRP: $692|Avg: $42

95%

#48

Xeon Gold 6414U

MSRP: $2296|Avg: $283

94%

#49

Xeon E5-4648 V3

MSRP: $169|Avg: $45

94%

#50

Xeon Silver 4108

MSRP: $417|Avg: $46

93%

#51

Xeon E5-2687W v2

MSRP: $2112|Avg: $62

93%

#52

Xeon W3520

MSRP: $284|Avg: $15

92%

#53

Xeon E5-2690 v3

MSRP: $2090|Avg: $85

88%

#54

Xeon E3-1225 v3

MSRP: $224|Avg: $29

86%

#55

Ryzen 5 PRO 1500

MSRP: $189|Avg: $50

85%

#56

Xeon E5-4617

MSRP: $90|Avg: $35

84%

#57

Xeon E5-2697A v4

MSRP: $2891|Avg: $121

83%

#58

Xeon 6710E

MSRP: $1565|Avg: $344

83%

#59

Xeon W-2140B

MSRP: $294|Avg: $99

82%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Xeon E5-2470 v2 across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Xeon E5-2470 v2 specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Xeon E5-2470 v2 is a 10-core / 20-thread processor based on the Ivy Bridge-EN (2013−2014) architecture, manufactured on a 22 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 3.2 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 25 MB (total) of L3 cache, plus 256 kB (per core) of L2 cache and 64 kB (per core) of L1 cache per core. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 10,701, placing it in the Budget performance tier as a Legacy generation product.

Specification	Xeon E5-2470 v2
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units	10C / 20T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost	3.2 GHz
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency	2.4 GHz
ArchitectureCPU microarchitecture design	Ivy Bridge-EN (2013−2014)
Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient	22 nm
L3 CacheShared cache — reduces memory latency for all cores	25 MB (total)
L2 CachePer-core fast cache for frequently accessed data	256 kB (per core)
L1 CacheUltra-fast per-core cache	64 kB (per core)
Die SizePhysical silicon area of the processor	160 mm2
Transistor CountMore transistors = more capabilities	1,400 million
Bus SpeedData bus frequency	8 GT/s
Max TemperatureMaximum safe operating temperature (Tjmax)	80 °C
64-bit Support	Yes
Windows 11 Compatible	No
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score	10,701

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Memory & Platform

The Xeon E5-2470 v2 fits into the LGA1356 socket and supports PCIe 3.0. It supports DDR3 memory.

Specification	Xeon E5-2470 v2
TypeDesktop or Laptop processor	server
SocketMotherboard socket required	LGA1356
PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidth	PCIe 3.0
RAM TypeSupported memory standard	DDR3
Max CPUs in ConfigMulti-socket support for servers	2

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Power & Cooling

The Xeon E5-2470 v2 has a rated TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 95 Watt — this indicates the amount of heat generated under sustained load and determines what cooling solution is needed.

Specification	Xeon E5-2470 v2
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload	95 Watt
Max TemperatureMaximum safe junction temperature (Tjmax)	80 °C

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Value Analysis

At an average price of $50, the Xeon E5-2470 v2 delivers 214 PassMark points per dollar. Performance ranking position: #1256 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Xeon E5-2470 v2
Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days	$50
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$800
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#1256
Release DateLaunch date	2015-01-01
Release Year	2013
DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD)	Intel
ManufacturerFabrication foundry (e.g. TSMC)	Intel