Core i7-10700K vs Xeon W-1350
Core i7-10700K
Xeon W-1350
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 i7-10700K
Performance Per Dollar Xeon W-1350
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i7-10700K | Xeon W-1350 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($380) | ✅ More affordable ($255) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Comet Lake (2020−2025) / 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Rocket Lake-S (2021) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i7-10700K | Xeon W-1350 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+50%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($380) | ✅ More affordable ($255) |
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 i7-10700K and Xeon W-1350
Core i7-10700K
The Core i7-10700K is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 30 April 2020 (5 years ago). It is based on the Comet Lake (2020−2025) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 3.8 GHz, with boost up to 5.1 GHz. L3 cache: 16 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1200. Thermal design power (TDP): 125 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 18,561 points. Launch price was $400.
Xeon W-1350
The Xeon W-1350 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 6 May 2021 (4 years ago). It is based on the Rocket Lake-S (2021) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 3.3 GHz, with boost up to 5 GHz. L3 cache: 12 MB (total). L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1200. Thermal design power (TDP): 80 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 18,742 points. Launch price was $255.
Processing Power
The Core i7-10700K packs 8 cores / 16 threads, while the Xeon W-1350 offers 6 cores / 12 threads — the Core i7-10700K has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 5.1 GHz on the Core i7-10700K versus 5 GHz on the Xeon W-1350 — a 2% clock advantage for the Core i7-10700K (base: 3.8 GHz vs 3.3 GHz). The Core i7-10700K uses the Comet Lake (2020−2025) architecture (14 nm), while the Xeon W-1350 uses Rocket Lake-S (2021) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Core i7-10700K scores 18,561 against the Xeon W-1350's 18,742 — a 1% lead for the Xeon W-1350. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 1,290 vs 2,140, a 49.6% lead for the Xeon W-1350 that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 8,404 vs 9,104 (8% advantage for the Xeon W-1350). L3 cache: 16 MB (total) on the Core i7-10700K vs 12 MB (total) on the Xeon W-1350.
| Feature | Core i7-10700K | Xeon W-1350 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 8 / 16+33% | 6 / 12 |
| Boost Clock | 5.1 GHz+2% | 5 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.8 GHz+15% | 3.3 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 16 MB (total)+33% | 12 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 256K (per core) | 512 kB (per core)+100% |
| Process | 14 nm | 14 nm |
| Architecture | Comet Lake (2020−2025) | Rocket Lake-S (2021) |
| PassMark | 18,561 | 18,742 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | 14,144 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 1,290 | 2,140+66% |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 8,404 | 9,104+8% |
Memory & Platform
Both processors use the LGA1200 socket with PCIe 3.0. Both support up to DDR4-2933 memory speed. Both support up to 128 GB of RAM. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 16 (Core i7-10700K) vs 20 (Xeon W-1350) — the Xeon W-1350 offers 4 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: Intel 400 Series,Intel 500 Series (Core i7-10700K) and W580,C252,C256 (Xeon W-1350).
| Feature | Core i7-10700K | Xeon W-1350 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1200 | LGA1200 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 4.0+33% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4-2933 | DDR4-3200 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 128 GB | 128 GB |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | 20+25% |
Advanced Features
Only the Xeon W-1350 supports AVX-512 instructions — important for machine learning and scientific applications. Both support Yes virtualization. Both include integrated graphics — UHD Graphics 630 (Core i7-10700K) and UHD Graphics P750 (Xeon W-1350) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i7-10700K targets Gaming/Workstation. Direct competitor: Core i7-10700K rivals Ryzen 7 3700X.
| Feature | Core i7-10700K | Xeon W-1350 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | UHD Graphics 630 | UHD Graphics P750 |
| Unlocked | Yes | — |
| AVX-512 | No | Yes |
| Virtualization | Yes | Yes |
| Target Use | Gaming/Workstation | — |
Value Analysis
The Core i7-10700K launched at $387 MSRP, while the Xeon W-1350 debuted at $255. At current prices ($380 vs $255), the Xeon W-1350 is $125 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i7-10700K delivers 48.8 pts/$ vs 73.5 pts/$ for the Xeon W-1350 — making the Xeon W-1350 the 40.3% better value option.
| Feature | Core i7-10700K | Xeon W-1350 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $387 | $255-34% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $380 | $255-33% |
| Performance per Dollar | 48.8 | 73.5+51% |
| Release Date | 2020 | 2021 |
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