CPU
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Core i5-7300HQ
Xeon X5672
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 i5-7300HQ is positioned at rank 698 and the Xeon X5672 is on rank 670, so the Xeon X5672 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Core i5-7300HQ
Performance Per Dollar Xeon X5672
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i5-7300HQ | Xeon X5672 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($44) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Kaby Lake-H (2017) / 14 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Westmere-EP (2010−2011) / 32 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i5-7300HQ | Xeon X5672 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($44) |
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 i5-7300HQ and Xeon X5672
Core i5-7300HQ
The Core i5-7300HQ 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 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.5 GHz, with boost up to 3.5 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1440. Thermal design power (TDP): 45 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 5,077 points. Launch price was $250.
Xeon X5672
The Xeon X5672 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 14 February 2011 (14 years ago). It is based on the Westmere-EP (2010−2011) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.2 GHz, with boost up to 3.6 GHz. L3 cache: 12 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1366. Thermal design power (TDP): 95 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 5,036 points. Launch price was $115.
Processing Power
The Core i5-7300HQ packs 4 cores / 4 threads, matching the Xeon X5672's 4 cores. Boost clocks reach 3.5 GHz on the Core i5-7300HQ versus 3.6 GHz on the Xeon X5672 — a 2.8% clock advantage for the Xeon X5672 (base: 2.5 GHz vs 3.2 GHz). The Core i5-7300HQ uses the Kaby Lake-H (2017) architecture (14 nm), while the Xeon X5672 uses Westmere-EP (2010−2011) (32 nm). In PassMark, the Core i5-7300HQ scores 5,077 against the Xeon X5672's 5,036 — a 0.8% lead for the Core i5-7300HQ. L3 cache: 6 MB (total) on the Core i5-7300HQ vs 12 MB (total) on the Xeon X5672.
| Feature | Core i5-7300HQ | Xeon X5672 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 4 | 4 / 8 |
| Boost Clock | 3.5 GHz | 3.6 GHz+3% |
| Base Clock | 2.5 GHz | 3.2 GHz+28% |
| L3 Cache | 6 MB (total) | 12 MB (total)+100% |
| 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 | 5,077 | 5,036 |
Memory & Platform
The Core i5-7300HQ uses the BGA1440 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Xeon X5672 uses LGA1366 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR4-2400 on the Core i5-7300HQ versus DDR3-1333 on the Xeon X5672 — the Core i5-7300HQ supports 28.6% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. Memory channels: 2 (Core i5-7300HQ) vs 3 (Xeon X5672).
| Feature | Core i5-7300HQ | Xeon X5672 |
|---|---|---|
| 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. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d (Core i5-7300HQ) vs VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Xeon X5672). The Core i5-7300HQ includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics 630), while the Xeon X5672 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i5-7300HQ targets Mobile, Xeon X5672 targets Workstation. Direct competitor: Xeon X5672 rivals Core i7-980X.
| Feature | Core i5-7300HQ | Xeon X5672 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | No |
| IGPU Model | HD Graphics 630 | — |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | VT-x, VT-d, EPT |
| Target Use | Mobile | Workstation |
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