Core i5-1135G7 vs Xeon E5-4627 v2

Core i5-1135G7

4 Cores8 Thrd15 WWMax: 4.2 GHz2020

Xeon E5-4627 v2

8 Cores8 Thrd130 WWMax: 3.6 GHz2014

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Core i5-1135G7

4 / 8

9,414

0.0%

9,425

+0.1%

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 i5-1135G7 is positioned at rank 688 and the Xeon E5-4627 v2 is on rank 995, so the Core i5-1135G7 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar Core i5-1135G7

#676

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

963%

#677

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

949%

#678

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

871%

#679

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

867%

#680

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

859%

#682

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

830%

#683

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

796%

#684

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

794%

#685

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

773%

#688

Core i5-1135G7

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#695

Processor N95

MSRP: $160|Avg: $80

98%

#699

Athlon Silver 3050e

MSRP: $100|Avg: $60

98%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Xeon E5-4627 v2

Xeon Platinum 8454H

MSRP: $6540|Avg: N/A

45475%

Xeon Gold 6240R

MSRP: $2444|Avg: N/A

8586%

#10

Xeon 6337P

MSRP: $60|Avg: $5

7628%

#15

EPYC 9174F

MSRP: $194|Avg: $30

5893%

#537

Xeon Platinum 8180

MSRP: $10009|Avg: $2363

84%

#538

Xeon Platinum 8280M

MSRP: $10009|Avg: $6223

82%

#539

Xeon Platinum 8280

MSRP: $10009|Avg: $2940

81%

#995

Xeon E5-4627 v2

MSRP: $2061|Avg: $70

100%

#996

Xeon L5335

MSRP: $380|Avg: $18

100%

#997

Xeon E-2144G

MSRP: $2090|Avg: $389

98%

#998

Xeon X5675

MSRP: $1440|Avg: $22

98%

#999

Xeon Phi 7210

MSRP: $1881|Avg: $150

85%

#1000

Xeon D-1567

MSRP: $2702|Avg: $230

85%

#1001

Xeon E-2126G

MSRP: $2702|Avg: $230

84%

#1004

Xeon D-1531

MSRP: $2057|Avg: $250

82%

#1005

Xeon 5130

MSRP: $316|Avg: $10

81%

#1007

Xeon E5-4640 v3

MSRP: $2859|Avg: $300

79%

#1008

Xeon E5440

MSRP: $690|Avg: $37

75%

#1009

Xeon E5-2643

MSRP: $1552|Avg: $50

74%

#1010

Xeon E5-2637

MSRP: $885|Avg: $40

74%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

About PassMark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Generational Difference: This comparison involves processors from different technological eras. The Core i5-1135G7 (2020) utilizes 10 nm SuperFin technology and DDR4, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Core i5-1135G7	Xeon E5-4627 v2
Gaming	✅ Superior gaming performance	❌ Lower gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	✅ More affordable ($0)	⚠️ Higher cost ($70)
Longevity	✨ Modern (Tiger Lake-UP3 (2020−2021) / 10 nm SuperFin)	🛑 Legacy (Legacy / 22 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Xeon E5-4627 v2 (2014) relies on 22 nm technology and DDR3-800, DDR3-1066, DDR3-1333, DDR3-1600, DDR3-1866, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Core i5-1135G7	Xeon E5-4627 v2
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅ More affordable ($0)	⚠️ Higher cost ($70)

Performance Check

Paired with RTX 4090

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.

Core i5-1135G7 Benchmark Check

Xeon E5-4627 v2 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core i5-1135G7 and Xeon E5-4627 v2

Core i5-1135G7

The Core i5-1135G7 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2 September 2020 (5 years ago). It is based on the Tiger Lake-UP3 (2020−2021) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 1.5 GHz, with boost up to 4.2 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 1.25 MB (per core). Built on 10 nm SuperFin process technology. Socket: FCBGA1449. Thermal design power (TDP): 15 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 9,414 points. Launch price was $309.

Xeon E5-4627 v2

The Xeon E5-4627 v2 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2015-01-01. It features 8 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.3 GHz, with boost up to 3.6 GHz. L3 cache: 16 MB Intel® Smart Cache. Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA2011. Thermal design power (TDP): 130 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-800, DDR3-1066, DDR3-1333, DDR3-1600, DDR3-1866. Passmark benchmark score: 9,425 points. Launch price was $800.

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Processing Power

The Core i5-1135G7 packs 4 cores / 8 threads, while the Xeon E5-4627 v2 offers 8 cores / 8 threads — the Xeon E5-4627 v2 has 4 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.2 GHz on the Core i5-1135G7 versus 3.6 GHz on the Xeon E5-4627 v2 — a 15.4% clock advantage for the Core i5-1135G7 (base: 1.5 GHz vs 3.3 GHz). The Core i5-1135G7 is built on the Tiger Lake-UP3 (2020−2021) architecture. In PassMark, the Core i5-1135G7 scores 9,414 against the Xeon E5-4627 v2's 9,425 — a 0.1% lead for the Xeon E5-4627 v2. L3 cache: 8 MB (total) on the Core i5-1135G7 vs 16 MB Intel® Smart Cache on the Xeon E5-4627 v2.

Feature	Core i5-1135G7	Xeon E5-4627 v2
Cores / Threads	4 / 8	8 / 8+100%
Boost Clock	4.2 GHz+17%	3.6 GHz
Base Clock	1.5 GHz	3.3 GHz+120%
L3 Cache	8 MB (total)	16 MB Intel® Smart Cache+100%
L2 Cache	1.25 MB (per core)	—
Process	10 nm SuperFin-55%	22 nm
Architecture	Tiger Lake-UP3 (2020−2021)	—
PassMark	9,414	9,425
Cinebench R23 Multi	5,183	—
Geekbench 6 Single	1,592	—
Geekbench 6 Multi	4,495	—

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Memory & Platform

The Core i5-1135G7 uses the FCBGA1449 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Xeon E5-4627 v2 uses LGA2011 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.

Feature	Core i5-1135G7	Xeon E5-4627 v2
Socket	FCBGA1449	LGA2011
PCIe Generation	PCIe 4.0+33%	PCIe 3.0
Max RAM Speed	DDR4-3200, LPDDR4x-4267	—
Max RAM Capacity	64 GB	—
RAM Channels	2	—
ECC Support	❌	—
PCIe Lanes	16	—

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Advanced Features

Virtualization: VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Core i5-1135G7) / not specified (Xeon E5-4627 v2). The Core i5-1135G7 includes integrated graphics (Iris Xe Graphics (80 EU)), while the Xeon E5-4627 v2 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i5-1135G7 targets Productivity. Direct competitor: Core i5-1135G7 rivals Ryzen 5 5500U.