Core i3-7100H vs Xeon X5698
Core i3-7100H
Xeon X5698
Performance Spectrum - CPU
About PassMark
PassMark CPU Mark evaluates processor speed through complex mathematical computations. It provides a reliable metric to compare multi-core performance, where higher scores indicate faster processing for multitasking, gaming, and heavy workloads.
Value Upgrade Path
This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money. The Core i3-7100H is positioned at rank 522 and the Xeon X5698 is on rank 659, so the Core i3-7100H offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
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Performance Per Dollar Core i3-7100H
Performance Per Dollar Xeon X5698
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i3-7100H | Xeon X5698 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | Equivalent pricing | Equivalent pricing |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Kaby Lake-H (2017) / 14 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Westmere-EP (2010−2011) / 32 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i3-7100H | Xeon X5698 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | Equivalent pricing | Equivalent pricing |
Performance Check
To accurately isolate CPU performance, all benchmarks below use an NVIDIA RTX 4090 as the reference GPU. This eliminates GPU-side bottlenecks and highlights pure processing throughput differences between the CPUs.
Note: Real-world results may vary based on your actual GPU. CPU performance impact is more visible in processing-intensive titles and high-refresh-rate gaming scenarios.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of Core i3-7100H and Xeon X5698
Core i3-7100H
The Core i3-7100H is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 3 January 2017 (8 years ago). It is based on the Kaby Lake-H (2017) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3 GHz, with boost up to 2.8 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1440. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 3,450 points. Launch price was $393.
Xeon X5698
The Xeon X5698 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2015-01-01. It is based on the Westmere-EP (2010−2011) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 4.4 GHz, with boost up to 4.4 GHz. L3 cache: 12288 kB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1366. Thermal design power (TDP): 130 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 3,447 points. Launch price was $800.
Processing Power
Both the Core i3-7100H and Xeon X5698 share an identical 2-core/4-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 2.8 GHz on the Core i3-7100H versus 4.4 GHz on the Xeon X5698 — a 44.4% clock advantage for the Xeon X5698 (base: 3 GHz vs 4.4 GHz). The Core i3-7100H uses the Kaby Lake-H (2017) architecture (14 nm), while the Xeon X5698 uses Westmere-EP (2010−2011) (32 nm). In PassMark, the Core i3-7100H scores 3,450 against the Xeon X5698's 3,447 — a 0.1% lead for the Core i3-7100H. L3 cache: 3 MB (total) on the Core i3-7100H vs 12288 kB (total) on the Xeon X5698.
| Feature | Core i3-7100H | Xeon X5698 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 4 | 2 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 2.8 GHz | 4.4 GHz+57% |
| Base Clock | 3 GHz | 4.4 GHz+47% |
| L3 Cache | 3 MB (total) | 12288 kB (total)+300% |
| L2 Cache | 256K (per core) | 256 kB (per core) |
| Process | 14 nm-56% | 32 nm |
| Architecture | Kaby Lake-H (2017) | Westmere-EP (2010−2011) |
| PassMark | 3,450 | 3,447 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 1,011 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Core i3-7100H uses the BGA1440 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Xeon X5698 uses LGA1366 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR4-2400 on the Core i3-7100H versus DDR3-1333 on the Xeon X5698 — the Core i3-7100H supports 28.6% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. Memory channels: 2 (Core i3-7100H) vs 3 (Xeon X5698). Chipset compatibility: HM175,QM175,CM238 (Core i3-7100H) and Intel X58,Intel 5520 (Xeon X5698).
| Feature | Core i3-7100H | Xeon X5698 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | BGA1440 | LGA1366 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0+50% | PCIe 2.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4-2400+33% | DDR3-1333 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 64 GB | — |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 3+50% |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | — |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Both support VT-x, VT-d, EPT virtualization. The Core i3-7100H includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics 630), while the Xeon X5698 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i3-7100H targets Performance Laptop, Xeon X5698 targets Workstation. Direct competitor: Core i3-7100H rivals Ryzen 3 2300U; Xeon X5698 rivals Core i7-980X.
| Feature | Core i3-7100H | Xeon X5698 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | No |
| IGPU Model | HD Graphics 630 | — |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d, EPT | VT-x, VT-d, EPT |
| Target Use | Performance Laptop | Workstation |
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