Intel Xeon X5690 6-core LGA 1366
Intel
40 Overall Score
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Dell Xeon E5-2637 V2 32-core Socket A/Socket 462 (PGA 462)
Dell
52 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Intel Xeon X5690 6-core LGA 1366
78 out of 100 medium confidence 19 reviews
The Intel Xeon X5690 is a popular upgrade for older Mac Pro towers and X58-based systems, with many users reporting significant performance boosts and seamless installation. However, several verified buyers received used processors with thermal paste residue, contradicting the "new" listing, which has caused frustration. Overall, the processor delivers excellent value for extending the life of legacy workstations, but the seller's condition claims are inconsistent.
Pros
- Significant performance boost in older systems
- Easy installation with proper preparation
- Great value for extending legacy workstation life
- Compatible with Mac Pro 5,1 and X58 motherboards
- Fast shipping and good packaging from some sellers
Cons
- Received used processors listed as new
- Thermal paste residue on some units
- High shipping fees for some orders
- Long delivery times for international orders
- Overpriced compared to eBay alternatives
Performance boost 10
Condition misrepresentation 4
Ease of installation 6
Value for money 5
Compatibility 7
Shipping speed 4
Dell Xeon E5-2637 V2 32-core Socket A/Socket 462 (PGA 462)
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Scores
Ai Llm
Productivity
Server
Budget
Gaming
Efficiency
Specifications
| Intel Xeon X5690 | Dell Xeon E5-2637 V2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| Brand | Intel | Intel |
| Series | Xeon | Xeon |
| Model | X5690 | 5-2637 V2 |
| Codename | Westmere-EP | Turin |
| Class | server | server |
| Process | 32 | 4★ |
| Cores & Clocks | ||
| Cores | 6 | 32★ |
| P-cores | — | 48★ |
| Threads | 12 | 64★ |
| Base Clock | ||
| Boost Clock | ||
| Cache | ||
| L2 Cache | 1.5 | 48★ |
| L3 Cache | ||
| Performance | ||
| PassMark Multi | ||
| PassMark Single | ||
| Memory | ||
| Memory Type | DDR3 | DDR4★ |
| Max Speed | ||
| Max Memory | No data | |
| ECC | — | ✓★ |
| Platform & Power | ||
| Socket | LGA 1366 | Socket A/Socket 462 (PGA 462) |
| PCIe | — | 3.0 |
| PCIe Lanes | — | 64★ |
| TDP | 130★ | 200 |
| Max Turbo Power | — | 350★ |
| Unlocked | ✗ | ✗ |
| Graphics & AI | ||
| Integrated Graphics | — | No |
Pros & Cons
Intel Xeon X5690 6-core LGA 1366
- Strong social proof (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
- Strong affordability (72nd percentile)
- Below average feature (21st percentile)
Dell Xeon E5-2637 V2 32-core Socket A/Socket 462 (PGA 462)
- Strong ai (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong feature (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong affordability (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Strong platform (77th percentile)
- Below average efficiency (32nd percentile)
Verdict
Winner: Dell Xeon E5-2637 V2
Scores 52 overall, wins 5 of 6 usage categories and 13 of 26 specs.