Core i5-14500HX
VS
Xeon D-2795NT

Core i5-14500HX vs Xeon D-2795NT

Intel

Core i5-14500HX

14 Cores20 Thrd0 WWMax: 4.9 GHz2024
VS
Intel

Xeon D-2795NT

20 Cores40 Thrd110 WWMax: 3.1 GHz2022

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.

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 i5-14500HX

#36
Core i5-11500B
MSRP: $185|Avg: $185
110%
#42
Ryzen 9 9955HX3D
MSRP: $749|Avg: N/A
104%
#48
Core i5-14500HX
MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A
100%
#49
Core i9-12900HX
MSRP: $606|Avg: N/A
98%
#57
Ryzen AI 9 365
MSRP: $400|Avg: $400
90%
Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Xeon D-2795NT

#438
EPYC 9555
MSRP: $9826|Avg: $7973
106%
#439
Xeon Gold 6338
MSRP: $2990|Avg: $1604
105%
#440
Xeon Gold 6538N
MSRP: $3351|Avg: $170
105%
#441
EPYC 7F52
MSRP: $3100|Avg: $1826
104%
#442
EPYC 7542
MSRP: $3400|Avg: $899
104%
#443
EPYC 9655
MSRP: $11852|Avg: $11852
103%
#444
Xeon 6781P
MSRP: $8960|Avg: $8960
103%
#445
Xeon Gold 6338N
MSRP: $3200|Avg: $3200
103%
#446
Xeon Gold 5117
MSRP: $1286|Avg: $300
103%
#447
EPYC 73F3
MSRP: $3521|Avg: $2100
102%
#448
EPYC 9384X
MSRP: $5529|Avg: $4157
102%
#449
EPYC 8534P
MSRP: $5529|Avg: $5529
102%
#450
EPYC 7663
MSRP: $6366|Avg: $6366
101%
#450
EPYC 9565
MSRP: $10486|Avg: $8233
101%
#452
EPYC 9755
MSRP: $12984|Avg: $10931
100%
#453
Xeon D-2795NT
MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A
100%
#454
Xeon Platinum 8368
MSRP: $7214|Avg: $429
100%
#456
EPYC 9575F
MSRP: $11791|Avg: $9238
98%
#457
EPYC 7642
MSRP: $4775|Avg: $850
97%
#458
EPYC 7573X
MSRP: $5590|Avg: $3580
97%
#459
Xeon Platinum 8568Y+
MSRP: $6497|Avg: $6497
96%
#460
Xeon E5-2686 V3
MSRP: $1500|Avg: $160
95%
#460
Xeon Gold 6242R
MSRP: $2977|Avg: $779
95%
#462
Xeon W-2175
MSRP: $1947|Avg: $180
94%
#463
EPYC 75F3
MSRP: $5383|Avg: $2799
94%
#464
Xeon W-3375
MSRP: $4951|Avg: $6000
93%
#466
Xeon Platinum 8358
MSRP: $4607|Avg: $3145
92%
#467
EPYC 7713
MSRP: $7060|Avg: $1299
92%
#467
EPYC 7662
MSRP: $6150|Avg: $1266
92%
Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

About PassMark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Use Case Distinction: This is a comparison between a Professional Workstation processor ($0) and a Consumer Desktop CPU. The Xeon D-2795NT is engineered for massive parallel workloads (rendering, scientific simulations), offering significantly higher core counts.
InsightCore i5-14500HXXeon D-2795NT
Gaming
Superior gaming performance
Lower gaming performance
Workstation
Weaker in multi-core tasks
Better multi-core power
Price
Equivalent pricing
Equivalent pricing
Longevity
✨ Modern (Raptor Lake-HX Refresh (2024) / Intel 7 nm)
✨ Modern (Legacy / 10 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Core i5-14500HX ($0), however, is optimized for mixed workloads and gaming. For most users, it offers superior single-thread performance and responsiveness at a fraction of the cost ($0 less, NaN% cheaper), making it the better choice for daily use and gaming.
InsightCore i5-14500HXXeon D-2795NT
Cost Efficiency
Lower cost efficiency
Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost
Equivalent pricing
Equivalent pricing

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.

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core i5-14500HX and Xeon D-2795NT

Intel

Core i5-14500HX

The Core i5-14500HX is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 8 January 2024 (1 year ago). It is based on the Raptor Lake-HX Refresh (2024) architecture. It features 14 cores and 20 threads. Base frequency is 2.6 GHz, with boost up to 4.9 GHz. L3 cache: 24 MB (total). L2 cache: 2 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1964. Thermal design power (TDP): + 24 MB. Memory support: DDR4, DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 28,383 points. Launch price was $299.

Intel

Xeon D-2795NT

The Xeon D-2795NT is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2015-01-01. It features 20 cores and 40 threads. Base frequency is 2 GHz, with boost up to 3.1 GHz. L3 cache: 30 MB. Built on 10 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA2579. Thermal design power (TDP): 110 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 28,463 points. Launch price was $800.

Processing Power

The Core i5-14500HX packs 14 cores / 20 threads, while the Xeon D-2795NT offers 20 cores / 40 threads — the Xeon D-2795NT has 6 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.9 GHz on the Core i5-14500HX versus 3.1 GHz on the Xeon D-2795NT — a 45% clock advantage for the Core i5-14500HX (base: 2.6 GHz vs 2 GHz). The Core i5-14500HX is built on the Raptor Lake-HX Refresh (2024) architecture. In PassMark, the Core i5-14500HX scores 28,383 against the Xeon D-2795NT's 28,463 — a 0.3% lead for the Xeon D-2795NT. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 2,409 vs 1,962, a 20.5% lead for the Core i5-14500HX that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 13,150 vs 11,898 (10% advantage for the Core i5-14500HX). L3 cache: 24 MB (total) on the Core i5-14500HX vs 30 MB on the Xeon D-2795NT.

FeatureCore i5-14500HXXeon D-2795NT
Cores / Threads
14 / 20
20 / 40+43%
Boost Clock
4.9 GHz+58%
3.1 GHz
Base Clock
2.6 GHz+30%
2 GHz
L3 Cache
24 MB (total)
30 MB+25%
L2 Cache
2 MB (per core)
Process
Intel 7 nm-30%
10 nm
Architecture
Raptor Lake-HX Refresh (2024)
PassMark
28,383
28,463
Cinebench R23 Multi
15,000
Geekbench 6 Single
2,409+23%
1,962
Geekbench 6 Multi
13,150+11%
11,898
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Memory & Platform

The Core i5-14500HX uses the FCBGA1964 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the Xeon D-2795NT uses FCBGA2579 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR5-5600 on the Core i5-14500HX versus DDR4-2933 on the Xeon D-2795NT — the Core i5-14500HX supports 22.2% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Xeon D-2795NT supports up to 1024 GB of RAM compared to 192 GB 136.8% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 2 (Core i5-14500HX) vs 4 (Xeon D-2795NT). PCIe lanes: 20 (Core i5-14500HX) vs 32 (Xeon D-2795NT) — the Xeon D-2795NT offers 12 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: HM770 (Core i5-14500HX) and SoC platform (Xeon D-2795NT).

FeatureCore i5-14500HXXeon D-2795NT
Socket
FCBGA1964
FCBGA2579
PCIe Generation
PCIe 5.0+25%
PCIe 4.0
Max RAM Speed
DDR5-5600+25%
DDR4-2933
Max RAM Capacity
192 GB
1024 GB+433%
RAM Channels
2
4+100%
ECC Support
PCIe Lanes
20
32+60%
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Advanced Features

Only the Core i5-14500HX has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Only the Xeon D-2795NT supports AVX-512 instructions — important for machine learning and scientific applications. Both support VT-x, VT-d virtualization. The Core i5-14500HX includes integrated graphics (Intel UHD Graphics), while the Xeon D-2795NT requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i5-14500HX targets Gaming Laptop, Xeon D-2795NT targets Networking / Edge Computing / SoC. Direct competitor: Xeon D-2795NT rivals EPYC 7302.

FeatureCore i5-14500HXXeon D-2795NT
Integrated GPU
Yes
No
IGPU Model
Intel UHD Graphics
Unlocked
Yes
No
AVX-512
No
Yes
Virtualization
VT-x, VT-d
VT-x, VT-d
Target Use
Gaming Laptop
Networking / Edge Computing / SoC