Intel Xeon E5-2697 V2
Category: CPU / Processor
Manufacturer: Intel
Cores: 12C / 12T
Clock: 2.7 - 3.5 GHz
Socket: LGA2011
TDP: 130W
Price: $129.99 from Amazon

Intel Xeon E5-2697 V2
Cores
12C / 12T
Clock
2.7 - 3.5 GHz
Socket
LGA2011
TDP
130W
Best price from Amazon
$129.99
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Overview
The Intel Xeon E5-2697 V2 brings 12 cores and 12 threads. It drops into the LGA2011 socket with a 130W TDP — about 10.8W per core. 16MB of L3 cache helps in cache-sensitive games and workloads. Clocks run from 2.7GHz base to 3.5GHz boost.
Match the socket to your motherboard first; cooler TDP rating second. Expect to pay around $129.99, which lands it among budget options. Drop it into the PlanMyPC builder to check compatibility with the rest of your parts and compare current processor prices across retailers. Warranty coverage follows Intel's standard policy — confirm regional terms on the listing.
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| TDP | 130 W |
| CPU Cores | 12 |
| Socket | LGA2011 |
| L3 Cache | 16 MB |
| Threads | 12 |
| Base Clock | 2.7 GHz |
| Boost Clock | 3.5 GHz |
| Microarchitecture | Ivy Bridge |
| Integrated Graphics | None |




