Intel Xeon E3-1270

Intel Xeon E3-1270
Benchmarks & Specs

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The Intel Xeon E3-1270, a chip from the Sandy Bridge architecture era, was manufactured using a precise 32nm process. This CPU was specifically designed for reliability and stable performance at the time. It often found its place in professional workstations as well as small server environments.

One of its strengths was the ability to confidently master demanding tasks over long periods. Equipped with four cores and eight threads, the Intel Xeon E3-1270 managed multiple applications in parallel. This was a real advantage for multitasking. The integrated 8 MB Level 3 cache helped the CPU to process data quickly.

This ensured smooth operation. We were always surprised by how robust these processors were in everyday use. The maximum memory bandwidth of 21 GB/s was sufficient for data-intensive processes at the time. In addition, the PCIe 2.0 connection offered enough scope for various expansion cards. The Intel Xeon E3-1270 thus delivered consistently solid performance.

For many professional applications, it was sufficient for a long time. It remains an example of well-thought-out engineering.
  • Reliability for continuous operation
  • Good multitasking ability
  • 8 MB Level 3 cache
  • Solid performance for professional applications

Performance Overview
Average performance across multiple benchmarks

Single-core performance
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In segment Desktop
Multi-core performance
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In segment Desktop
Cinebench R15 (Single-Core)

Cinebench R15 (Single-Core)
Single-core performance

Intel Core i5-4440
4C / 4T · 3.30 GHz
128 cb
Intel Core i5-7400T
4C / 4T · 3.00 GHz
128 cb
Intel Xeon E3-1270
4C / 8T · 3.80 GHz
127 cb
Intel Xeon E3-1235L v5
4C / 4T · 3.00 GHz
126 cb
Intel Xeon E5-2623 v3
4C / 8T · 3.50 GHz
126 cb
Cinebench R15 (Multi-Core)

Cinebench R15 (Multi-Core)
Multi-core performance

AMD Ryzen 3 3200G
4C / 4T · 3.80 GHz
605 cb
AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 3200G
4C / 4T · 3.80 GHz
605 cb
Intel Xeon E3-1270
4C / 8T · 3.60 GHz
603 cb
AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 1300
4C / 4T · 3.60 GHz
602 cb
AMD Ryzen 5 2400GE
4C / 8T · 3.20 GHz
601 cb

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At a glance

PropertyValue
FamilyIntel Xeon E3 (44)
CPU groupIntel Xeon E3 (2)
ArchitectureSandy-Bridge
Technology32 nm
SegmentDesktop
SocketLGA 1155
Generation2
Predecessor
Successor

CPU Cores and Base Frequency

PropertyValue
CPU Cores / Threads4 / 8
Hyperthreading / SMT
Core architecturenormal
Cores: 4x
Frequency: 3.40 GHz
Turbo Frequency (1 Core): 3.80 GHz
Turbo Frequency (4 Cores): 3.60 GHz
L2-Cache
L3-Cache8.00 MB
OverclockingNo

Memory & PCIe

Memory typeMemory bandwidth
DDR3-1333
21.3 GB/s
PropertyValue
Max. Memory32 GB
Memory channels2
ECC
PCIe2.0 x 20
PCIe Bandwidth10.0 GB/s

Thermal Management

PropertyValue
TDP80 W
TDP (PL2)
TDP up
TDP down
T. junction max.

Technical details

PropertyValue
Chip designMonolithic
AES-NI
Operating systemsWindows 10, Linux
Instruction setx86-64 (64 bit)
ISA extensionsSSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX
Release dateQ2/2011
Release price339 $
DocumentsTechnical data sheet
Intel Xeon E3-1270
Intel Xeon E3-1270
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