Why is the Xeon E5-2620 v4 so popular for dedicated servers?

The E5-2620 v4 offers the best value in the Broadwell-EP lineup. With 8 cores, dual-socket support, and DDR4 ECC memory, it handles most server workloads efficiently. Servers with this CPU are widely available and competitively priced, making it the go-to choice for budget-conscious hosting.

Single vs dual E5-2620 v4 — which should I choose?

A single E5-2620 v4 (8 cores/16 threads) is sufficient for web hosting, small databases, and light virtualization. Dual configuration (16 cores/32 threads) is recommended for running multiple VMs, containerized environments, or applications that benefit from more parallel processing.

How does the E5-2620 v4 compare to newer Xeon processors?

The E5-2620 v4 uses the older Broadwell-EP architecture (2016) and lacks features like PCIe 4.0 and DDR5. However, its per-dollar performance is excellent. For workloads that don't require cutting-edge specs, it remains a practical and cost-effective choice.

Intel Xeon E5-2620 v4 Dedicated Servers

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Location	Processor	RAM	Disk	Network	Price	ETA	Actions
Dusseldorf, DE	Intel Xeon E5-2620 2.4GHz 6 cores	32 GB DDR4	2 TB HDD SATA	Unmetered 1 Gbps	68.00 USD Setup: Free	1-2 days	Configure
Amsterdam, NL	[Dual] Intel Xeon E5-2620	32 GB DDR4	1 TB HDD SATA	100 TB 1 Gbps	105.00 USD Setup: Free	1-2 days	Configure
Dusseldorf, DE	[Dual] Intel Xeon E5-2620 2.4GHz 6 cores	64 GB DDR4	2 TB HDD SATA	Unmetered 1 Gbps	105.00 USD Setup: Free	1-2 days	Configure
Paris, FR	[Dual] Intel Xeon E5-2620 2.1GHz 6 cores	128 GB DDR3	160 GB SSD SATA	Unmetered 1 Gbps	112.00 USD Setup: Free	1-2 days	Configure
Amsterdam, NL	[Dual] Intel Xeon E5-2620	64 GB DDR4	960 GB SSD SATA	100 TB 1 Gbps	117.00 USD Setup: Free	1-2 days	Configure
Paris, FR	[Dual] Intel Xeon E5-2620	128 GB DDR3	3 TB HDD SATA	Unmetered 1 Gbps	120.00 USD Setup: Free	1-2 days	Configure
Los Angeles, US	[Dual] Intel Xeon E5-2620 2.1GHz 6 cores	32 GB DDR3	1 TB HDD SATA	Unmetered 1 Gbps	129.00 USD Setup: Free	1-2 days	Configure
Los Angeles, US	[Dual] Intel Xeon E5-2620 2.4GHz 6 cores	32 GB DDR4	1 TB HDD SATA	Unmetered 1 Gbps	135.00 USD Setup: Free	1-2 days	Configure
Ashburn, US	[Dual] Intel Xeon E5-2620 2.4GHz 6 cores	32 GB DDR4	1 TB HDD SATA	Unmetered 1 Gbps	135.00 USD Setup: Free	1-2 days	Configure
Chicago, US	[Dual] Intel Xeon E5-2620	32 GB DDR4	1 TB HDD SATA	Unmetered 1 Gbps	143.00 USD Setup: Free	1-2 days	Configure
Ashburn, US	[Dual] Intel Xeon E5-2620	32 GB DDR4	1 TB HDD SATA	Unmetered 1 Gbps	143.00 USD Setup: Free	1-2 days	Configure
Los Angeles, US	[Dual] Intel Xeon E5-2620	32 GB DDR4	1 TB HDD SATA	Unmetered 1 Gbps	143.00 USD Setup: Free	1-2 days	Configure
Paris, FR	[Dual] Intel Xeon E5-2620	128 GB DDR3	6 TB HDD SATA	Unmetered 1 Gbps	149.00 USD Setup: Free	1-2 days	Configure
Montreal, CA	[Dual] Intel Xeon E5-2620 2.4GHz 6 cores	64 GB DDR4	2 TB SSD SATA	Unmetered 1 Gbps	150.00 USD Setup: Free	1-5 days	Configure
New York, US	[Dual] Intel Xeon E5-2620	128 GB DDR3	4 TB HDD SATA	30 TB 1 Gbps	153.00 USD Setup: Free	1-2 days	Configure

Key Benefits

8 cores / 16 threads per socket (up to 32 threads in dual config)
Dual-socket capable — scale to 16 cores / 32 threads
DDR4 ECC memory support — up to 1.5TB per server
Broadwell-EP architecture — proven enterprise reliability
Budget-friendly pricing — ideal entry point for dedicated hosting

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Intel Xeon E5-2620 v4 Dedicated Servers

Rent dedicated servers powered by Intel Xeon E5-2620 v4 — 8 cores, 16 threads, 2.1GHz base clock with Broadwell-EP architecture. One of the most popular dual-socket server CPUs ever made. Available in single and dual configurations with up to 16 cores and 32 threads total, these servers offer enterprise reliability at budget-friendly prices. Perfect for web hosting, virtualization, and development environments.

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