Xeon E5-4627 v2
Intel
PassMark
9,425
MSRP
$2061
AVG Price
$70
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Overview
The Xeon E5-4627 v2 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2015-01-01. It features 8 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.3 GHz, with boost up to 3.6 GHz. L3 cache: 16 MB Intel® Smart Cache. Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA2011. Thermal design power (TDP): 130 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-800, DDR3-1066, DDR3-1333, DDR3-1600, DDR3-1866. Passmark benchmark score: 9,425 points. Launch price was $800.
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Performance Per Dollar Xeon E5-4627 v2
FPS Benchmarks
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Technical Analysis
Detailed breakdown of Xeon E5-4627 v2 specifications and capabilities.
Processing Power
The Xeon E5-4627 v2 is a 8-core / 8-thread processor, manufactured on a 22 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 3.6 GHz from a base frequency of 3.3 GHz— higher boost clocks directly translate to better single-threaded performance and responsiveness in gaming. It carries 16 MB Intel® Smart Cache of L3 cache. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 9,425, placing it in the Budget performance tier as a Legacy generation product.
| Specification | Xeon E5-4627 v2 |
|---|---|
| Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units | 8C / 8T |
| Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost | 3.6 GHz |
| Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency | 3.3 GHz |
| Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient | 22 nm |
| L3 CacheShared cache — reduces memory latency for all cores | 16 MB Intel® Smart Cache |
| Bus SpeedData bus frequency | 7.2 GT/s |
| Max TemperatureMaximum safe operating temperature (Tjmax) | 88 °C |
| 64-bit Support | Yes |
| Windows 11 Compatible | No |
| PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score | 9,425 |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon E5-4627 v2 fits into the LGA2011 socket and supports PCIe 3.0. It supports DDR3-800, DDR3-1066, DDR3-1333, DDR3-1600, DDR3-1866 memory.
| Specification | Xeon E5-4627 v2 |
|---|---|
| TypeDesktop or Laptop processor | server |
| SocketMotherboard socket required | LGA2011 |
| PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidth | PCIe 3.0 |
| RAM TypeSupported memory standard | DDR3-800, DDR3-1066, DDR3-1333, DDR3-1600, DDR3-1866 |
| Max CPUs in ConfigMulti-socket support for servers | 4 |
Power & Cooling
The Xeon E5-4627 v2 has a rated TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 130 Watt — this indicates the amount of heat generated under sustained load and determines what cooling solution is needed.
| Specification | Xeon E5-4627 v2 |
|---|---|
| TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload | 130 Watt |
| Max TemperatureMaximum safe junction temperature (Tjmax) | 88 °C |
Value Analysis
At an average price of $70 (MSRP: $2061), the Xeon E5-4627 v2 delivers 135 PassMark points per dollar. Performance ranking position: #1339 out of all indexed processors.
| Specification | Xeon E5-4627 v2 |
|---|---|
| MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price | $2061 |
| Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days | $70 |
| Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch | $800 |
| Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking | #1339 |
| Release DateLaunch date | 2015-01-01 |
| Release Year | 2014 |
| DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD) | Intel |
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