Core i7-11700B vs Xeon W-11955M
Core i7-11700B
Xeon W-11955M
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.
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Performance Per Dollar Core i7-11700B
Performance Per Dollar Xeon W-11955M
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i7-11700B | Xeon W-11955M |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($311) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($450) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Tiger Lake-H (2021) / 10 nm SuperFin) | ✨ Modern (Tiger Lake-H (2021) / 10 nm SuperFin) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i7-11700B | Xeon W-11955M |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+44%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($311) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($450) |
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 i7-11700B and Xeon W-11955M
Core i7-11700B
The Core i7-11700B is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 11 May 2021 (4 years ago). It is based on the Tiger Lake-H (2021) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 3.2 GHz, with boost up to 4.8 GHz. L3 cache: 24 MB (total). L2 cache: 1.25 MB (per core). Built on 10 nm SuperFin process technology. Socket: FCBGA1787. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: Up to 3200 MT/s. Passmark benchmark score: 21,581 points. Launch price was $299.
Xeon W-11955M
The Xeon W-11955M is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 11 May 2021 (4 years ago). It is based on the Tiger Lake-H (2021) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 2.1 GHz, with boost up to 5 GHz. L3 cache: 24 MB (total). L2 cache: 1.25 MB (per core). Built on 10 nm SuperFin process technology. Socket: FCBGA1787. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 21,702 points. Launch price was $623.
Processing Power
Both the Core i7-11700B and Xeon W-11955M share an identical 8-core/16-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 4.8 GHz on the Core i7-11700B versus 5 GHz on the Xeon W-11955M — a 4.1% clock advantage for the Xeon W-11955M (base: 3.2 GHz vs 2.1 GHz). Both are built on the Tiger Lake-H (2021) architecture using a 10 nm SuperFin process. In PassMark, the Core i7-11700B scores 21,581 against the Xeon W-11955M's 21,702 — a 0.6% lead for the Xeon W-11955M. Both processors carry 24 MB (total) of L3 cache.
| Feature | Core i7-11700B | Xeon W-11955M |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 8 / 16 | 8 / 16 |
| Boost Clock | 4.8 GHz | 5 GHz+4% |
| Base Clock | 3.2 GHz+52% | 2.1 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 24 MB (total) | 24 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 1.25 MB (per core) | 1.25 MB (per core) |
| Process | 10 nm SuperFin | 10 nm SuperFin |
| Architecture | Tiger Lake-H (2021) | Tiger Lake-H (2021) |
| PassMark | 21,581 | 21,702 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | 10,287 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 2,265 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 10,050 | — |
Memory & Platform
Both processors use the FCBGA1787 socket with PCIe 4.0.
| Feature | Core i7-11700B | Xeon W-11955M |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FCBGA1787 | FCBGA1787 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 4.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4-3200 | — |
| Max RAM Capacity | 128 GB | — |
| RAM Channels | 2 | — |
| ECC Support | ❌ | — |
| PCIe Lanes | 20 | — |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: VT-x, VT-d (Core i7-11700B) / not specified (Xeon W-11955M). The Core i7-11700B includes integrated graphics (Intel UHD Graphics 750), while the Xeon W-11955M requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i7-11700B targets Desktop.
| Feature | Core i7-11700B | Xeon W-11955M |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | — |
| IGPU Model | Intel UHD Graphics 750 | — |
| Unlocked | No | — |
| AVX-512 | Yes | — |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | — |
| Target Use | Desktop | — |
Value Analysis
The Core i7-11700B launched at $323 MSRP, while the Xeon W-11955M debuted at $623. At current prices ($311 vs $450), the Core i7-11700B is $139 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i7-11700B delivers 69.4 pts/$ vs 48.2 pts/$ for the Xeon W-11955M — making the Core i7-11700B the 36% better value option.
| Feature | Core i7-11700B | Xeon W-11955M |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $323-48% | $623 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $311-31% | $450 |
| Performance per Dollar | 69.4+44% | 48.2 |
| Release Date | 2021 | 2021 |
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