CPU
GPU
Core i5-14500HX
Xeon Gold 6210U
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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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.
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Performance Per Dollar Core i5-14500HX
Performance Per Dollar Xeon Gold 6210U
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i5-14500HX | Xeon Gold 6210U |
|---|---|---|
| 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 (Cascade Lake (2019−2020) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i5-14500HX | Xeon Gold 6210U |
|---|---|---|
| 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 i5-14500HX and Xeon Gold 6210U
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.
Xeon Gold 6210U
The Xeon Gold 6210U is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2 April 2019 (6 years ago). It is based on the Cascade Lake (2019−2020) architecture. It features 20 cores and 40 threads. Base frequency is 2.5 GHz, with boost up to 3.9 GHz. L3 cache: 27.5 MB. L2 cache: 20 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA3647. Thermal design power (TDP): 150 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2933. Passmark benchmark score: 28,861 points. Launch price was $1,500.
Processing Power
The Core i5-14500HX packs 14 cores / 20 threads, while the Xeon Gold 6210U offers 20 cores / 40 threads — the Xeon Gold 6210U has 6 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.9 GHz on the Core i5-14500HX versus 3.9 GHz on the Xeon Gold 6210U — a 22.7% clock advantage for the Core i5-14500HX (base: 2.6 GHz vs 2.5 GHz). The Core i5-14500HX uses the Raptor Lake-HX Refresh (2024) architecture (Intel 7 nm), while the Xeon Gold 6210U uses Cascade Lake (2019−2020) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Core i5-14500HX scores 28,383 against the Xeon Gold 6210U's 28,861 — a 1.7% lead for the Xeon Gold 6210U. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 2,409 vs 1,234, a 64.5% lead for the Core i5-14500HX that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 13,150 vs 10,072 (26.5% advantage for the Core i5-14500HX). L3 cache: 24 MB (total) on the Core i5-14500HX vs 27.5 MB on the Xeon Gold 6210U.
| Feature | Core i5-14500HX | Xeon Gold 6210U |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 14 / 20 | 20 / 40+43% |
| Boost Clock | 4.9 GHz+26% | 3.9 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.6 GHz+4% | 2.5 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 24 MB (total) | 27.5 MB+15% |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB (per core) | 20 MB+900% |
| Process | Intel 7 nm-50% | 14 nm |
| Architecture | Raptor Lake-HX Refresh (2024) | Cascade Lake (2019−2020) |
| PassMark | 28,383 | 28,861+2% |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 19,000 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 2,409+95% | 1,234 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 13,150+31% | 10,072 |
Memory & Platform
The Core i5-14500HX uses the FCBGA1964 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the Xeon Gold 6210U uses LGA3647 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR5-5600 on the Core i5-14500HX versus DDR4-2933 on the Xeon Gold 6210U — the Core i5-14500HX supports 22.2% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Xeon Gold 6210U 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 6 (Xeon Gold 6210U). PCIe lanes: 20 (Core i5-14500HX) vs 48 (Xeon Gold 6210U) — the Xeon Gold 6210U offers 28 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: HM770 (Core i5-14500HX) and C620 (Xeon Gold 6210U).
| Feature | Core i5-14500HX | Xeon Gold 6210U |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FCBGA1964 | LGA3647 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 5.0+67% | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR5-5600+25% | DDR4-2933 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 192 GB | 1024 GB+433% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 6+200% |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 20 | 48+140% |
Advanced Features
Only the Core i5-14500HX has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Only the Xeon Gold 6210U supports AVX-512 instructions — important for machine learning and scientific applications. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d (Core i5-14500HX) vs VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Xeon Gold 6210U). The Core i5-14500HX includes integrated graphics (Intel UHD Graphics), while the Xeon Gold 6210U requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i5-14500HX targets Gaming Laptop, Xeon Gold 6210U targets High-end Workstation / Cloud Compute. Direct competitor: Xeon Gold 6210U rivals EPYC 7352.
| Feature | Core i5-14500HX | Xeon Gold 6210U |
|---|---|---|
| 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, EPT |
| Target Use | Gaming Laptop | High-end Workstation / Cloud Compute |
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