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Xeon E5-2680 v3 vs Core i7-720QM
The Xeon E5-2680 v3 is much faster than the Core i7-720QM on average across 100+ games. We cannot compare value as at least one CPU is out of stock.
- Up to 103% faster on average across 100+ games
- Is 5 years newer
- Up to 379% more expensive – $1745 vs $149.94
Core i7-720QM4% Score
- Up to 379% cheaper – $149.94 vs $1745
- Up to 136% better value for money
FPS Comparison Across Popular Games
Predicted average FPS at 1080p, 1440p, and 4K, based on real game benchmarks.
Specs & Benchmark Comparison
Side-by-side specs, synthetic benchmarks, and key hardware differences.
Base Frequencyhelp
Xeon E5-2680 v3 has a 56% higher base clock.
LGA2011-3
Sockethelp
LGAG1Haswell-EP
Codenamehelp
ClarksfieldServer/Workstation
Segmenthelp
MobileNo Integrated Graphics
Integrated GPUhelp
None2133 MHz (DDR3), 2133 MHz (DDR4)
RAMhelp
1333 MHz (DDR3)Not Overclockable
Overclock Supporthelp
Not OverclockableFrequently Asked Questions
compare_arrowsWhich is better, Xeon E5-2680 v3 or Core i7-720QM?expand_more
The Core i7-720QM. It's 525% faster than the Xeon E5-2680 v3 on average across 100+ games, scoring 4/100 vs 25/100 in our gaming rating.
speedHow much faster is Core i7-720QM than Xeon E5-2680 v3?expand_more
525% faster on average. The gap varies by game and resolution, check the per-game FPS comparison above.
aspect_ratioWhich is better for 1440p and 4K gaming, Xeon E5-2680 v3 or Core i7-720QM?expand_more
The Core i7-720QM is faster at both resolutions. Toggle the resolution selector above to see per-game FPS.
paidIs the Core i7-720QM worth buying in 2026?expand_more
It scores 4/100 in our gaming rating, faster than most CPUs on the market. Good buy if the price is right.
differenceWhat is the difference between Xeon E5-2680 v3 and Core i7-720QM?expand_more
Performance: Xeon E5-2680 v3 scores 25/100, Core i7-720QM scores 4/100. They also differ in core count, clock speeds, L3 cache, and power draw. Full breakdown in the specs section above.
compressWill the Xeon E5-2680 v3 or Core i7-720QM bottleneck my PC?expand_more
Depends on the rest of your build, especially your GPU. Swap the paired GPU in the FPS section above to see if it limits performance, or use our bottleneck calculator for a full analysis.
upgradeIs it worth upgrading to the Xeon E5-2680 v3 or Core i7-720QM?expand_more
The Core i7-720QM is the stronger pick at 4/100. Compare your current CPU against it to see the exact FPS gain across 100+ games.
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