Core i5-12400 vs Xeon w3-2425
Core i5-12400
Xeon w3-2425
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
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Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Core i5-12400
Performance Per Dollar Xeon w3-2425
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i5-12400 | Xeon w3-2425 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | Balanced gaming performance | Balanced gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($195) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($529) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Alder Lake-S (2022) / Intel 7 nm) | ✨ Modern (Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) / Intel 7 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i5-12400 | Xeon w3-2425 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+172%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($195) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($529) |
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 i5-12400 and Xeon w3-2425
Core i5-12400
The Core i5-12400 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 4 January 2022 (3 years ago). It is based on the Alder Lake-S (2022) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 2.5 GHz, with boost up to 4.4 GHz. L3 cache: 18 MB (total). L2 cache: 1.25 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1700. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-4800, DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 18,794 points. Launch price was $299.
Xeon w3-2425
The Xeon w3-2425 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 15 February 2023 (2 years ago). It is based on the Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 3 GHz, with boost up to 4.4 GHz. L3 cache: 15 MB. L2 cache: 2 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: LGA4677. Thermal design power (TDP): 130 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-4400. Passmark benchmark score: 18,776 points. Launch price was $529.
Processing Power
Both the Core i5-12400 and Xeon w3-2425 share an identical 6-core/12-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 4.4 GHz on the Core i5-12400 versus 4.4 GHz on the Xeon w3-2425 — identical boost frequencies (base: 2.5 GHz vs 3 GHz). The Core i5-12400 uses the Alder Lake-S (2022) architecture (Intel 7 nm), while the Xeon w3-2425 uses Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) (Intel 7 nm). In PassMark, the Core i5-12400 scores 18,794 against the Xeon w3-2425's 18,776 — a 0.1% lead for the Core i5-12400. L3 cache: 18 MB (total) on the Core i5-12400 vs 15 MB on the Xeon w3-2425.
| Feature | Core i5-12400 | Xeon w3-2425 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 6 / 12 | 6 / 12 |
| Boost Clock | 4.4 GHz | 4.4 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.5 GHz | 3 GHz+20% |
| L3 Cache | 18 MB (total)+20% | 15 MB |
| L2 Cache | 1.25 MB (per core) | 2 MB (per core)+60% |
| Process | Intel 7 nm | Intel 7 nm |
| Architecture | Alder Lake-S (2022) | Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) |
| PassMark | 18,794 | 18,776 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | 12,400 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 2,381 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 10,632 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Core i5-12400 uses the LGA1700 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the Xeon w3-2425 uses LGA4677 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Core i5-12400 | Xeon w3-2425 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1700 | LGA4677 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 5.0+67% | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR5-4800, DDR4-3200 | — |
| Max RAM Capacity | 128 GB | — |
| RAM Channels | 2 | — |
| ECC Support | ❌ | — |
| PCIe Lanes | 20 | — |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Core i5-12400) / not specified (Xeon w3-2425). The Core i5-12400 includes integrated graphics (UHD Graphics 730), while the Xeon w3-2425 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i5-12400 targets Gaming Performance/Value. Direct competitor: Core i5-12400 rivals Ryzen 5 5600.
| Feature | Core i5-12400 | Xeon w3-2425 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | — |
| IGPU Model | UHD Graphics 730 | — |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d, EPT | — |
| Target Use | Gaming Performance/Value | — |
Value Analysis
The Core i5-12400 launched at $209 MSRP, while the Xeon w3-2425 debuted at $529. At current prices ($195 vs $529), the Core i5-12400 is $334 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i5-12400 delivers 96.4 pts/$ vs 35.5 pts/$ for the Xeon w3-2425 — making the Core i5-12400 the 92.3% better value option.
| Feature | Core i5-12400 | Xeon w3-2425 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $209-60% | $529 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $195-63% | $529 |
| Performance per Dollar | 96.4+172% | 35.5 |
| Release Date | 2022 | 2023 |
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