Intel Xeon E5-2620 V3 SR207 6-Core 2.4GHz 15MB LGA 2011-3 Processor (Renewed)
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Bottom line: The Intel Xeon E5-2620 V3 SR207 6-Core 2.4GHz 15MB LGA 2011-3 Processor (Renewed) is a specs-and-price decision rather than a crowd-consensus one in the retro cpus category, priced around $6.95. Check the specification table above against one or two close alternatives — on price and spec fit, not on star ratings.
Manufacturer: IntelProcessor Type: Intel Xeon E5 FamilyModel Number: E5-2620 v3Socket Type: LGA 2011Number of Cores: 6Threads Count: 12Base Frequency: 2.40 GHzBus Speed: 8 GT/sCache Size: 15 MB SmartCacheThermal Design Power: 85 WMaximum Memory Supported: 768 GB (dependent on RAM architecture)Turbo Boost Technology: 2Turbo Frequency: 3.20 GHzMemory Type Supported: DDR4 1866Warranty: Standard 1 Year
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored Intel Xeon E5-2620 V3 SR207 6-Core 2.4GHz 15MB LGA 2011-3 Processor… using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to our editorial and benchmark analysis across the retro cpus category. Amazon Renewed's retro cpus lineup sits within the broader category mid-tier; price and specs are the deciding factors over brand loyalty here. Judge it on the specification table and the price rather than on sentiment: check the figures that decide your use case, then put it side-by-side with two or three close alternatives in the Compare tool before clicking through.
Common buyer scenarios for retro cpus of this kind: matching it to an existing build, replacing a failing part, or upgrading from a previous-generation equivalent. Check the spec table below against your current setup — particularly socket / form-factor / power-rating fields — and confirm compatibility on the Amazon listing before purchase. Prices, stock, and Prime eligibility update directly from Amazon's catalog and may have moved since this page was last verified.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- ✓ 6 Cores, 12 Cores in Hyperthreading mode
- ✓ Backed by Amazon Renewed's warranty and support channels
- ✓ Ships via Amazon with Prime eligibility and the standard returns policy
Cons
- ✗ Confirm socket / form-factor / power-rating compatibility against your build before ordering
- ✗ Price, stock, and Prime eligibility update from Amazon and may have changed since this page was last verified
Key Features
- 8 GT/s
- 2.4 Ghz
- 6 Cores, 12 Cores in Hyperthreading mode
Full Specifications
| Brand | Intel |
|---|---|
| CPU Speed | 2.4 GHz |
| Cache Size | 15 MB |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |
| Connectivity | 2.4GHz |
| Model Number | SR207 |
| Mfr Part Number | SR207 |
| Processor Brand | Intel |
| Processor Count | 6 |
| Processor Speed | 2.4 GHz |
| Secondary Cache | 15 MB |
| CPU Manufacturer | Intel |
| Processor Core Count | 6 |
| Cache Memory Installed Size | 15 MB |
Ready to buy?
Intel Xeon E5-2620 V3 SR207 6-Core 2.4GHz 15MB LGA 2011-3 Processor (Renewed) is sold on the used and vintage market, where eBay carries the live inventory — Amazon does not stock this part. Prices and condition vary by seller and move in real time, so we link the live listing rather than quote a cached price. SpecPicks earns a small commission on qualifying purchases — thank you for supporting independent review work.
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