Core i7-1250U vs Xeon E5-2630 v4

Core i7-1250U

10 Cores12 Thrd9.5 WWMax: 4.7 GHz2022

Xeon E5-2630 v4

10 Cores20 Thrd85 WWMax: 3.1 GHz2016

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Core i7-1250U

10 / 12

11,305

0.0%

11,434

+1.1%

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 i7-1250U is positioned at rank 767 and the Xeon E5-2630 v4 is on rank 877, so the Core i7-1250U offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.

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 i7-1250U

#755

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

1106%

#756

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

1089%

#757

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

1000%

#758

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

995%

#759

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

986%

#761

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

953%

#762

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

913%

#763

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

912%

#764

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

887%

#767

Core i7-1250U

MSRP: $426|Avg: N/A

100%

#773

Core i7-9750HF

MSRP: $395|Avg: $395

99%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Xeon E5-2630 v4

Xeon Platinum 8454H

MSRP: $6540|Avg: N/A

21293%

Xeon Gold 6240R

MSRP: $2444|Avg: N/A

4020%

#10

Xeon 6337P

MSRP: $60|Avg: $5

3572%

#15

EPYC 9174F

MSRP: $194|Avg: $30

2759%

#494

EPYC 9184X

MSRP: $4928|Avg: $3750

99%

#495

Xeon Platinum 8470

MSRP: $9359|Avg: $9359

98%

#496

Xeon E7-8857 v2

MSRP: $3838|Avg: $2995

97%

#497

Xeon Gold 6148

MSRP: $3072|Avg: $290

97%

#498

Xeon E5-1681 V3

MSRP: $1589|Avg: $200

96%

#499

Xeon W-3275

MSRP: $4449|Avg: $1550

95%

#500

Xeon Gold 6138

MSRP: $2612|Avg: $300

95%

#501

Xeon E5-2690 v4

MSRP: $2090|Avg: $389

94%

#876

Xeon X5687

MSRP: $552|Avg: $189

100%

#877

Xeon E5-2630 v4

MSRP: $1171|Avg: $130

100%

#880

Xeon E5-2430L

MSRP: $551|Avg: $250

99%

#885

Xeon X3460

MSRP: $316|Avg: $25

96%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

About PassMark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Generational Difference: This comparison involves processors from different technological eras. The Core i7-1250U (2022) utilizes Intel 7 nm technology and DDR4, DDR5, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Core i7-1250U	Xeon E5-2630 v4
Gaming	✅ Superior gaming performance	❌ Lower gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	⚠️ Higher cost ($426)	✅ More affordable ($130)
Longevity	✨ Modern (Alder Lake-U (2022) / Intel 7 nm)	🛑 Legacy (Broadwell (2015−2019) / 14 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Xeon E5-2630 v4 (2016) relies on 14 nm technology and DDR4-1600, DDR4-1866, DDR4-2133, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Core i7-1250U	Xeon E5-2630 v4
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	✅ Better overall value (+231%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️ Higher cost ($426)	✅ More affordable ($130)

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.

Core i7-1250U Benchmark Check

Xeon E5-2630 v4 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core i7-1250U and Xeon E5-2630 v4

Core i7-1250U

The Core i7-1250U is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 23 February 2022 (3 years ago). It is based on the Alder Lake-U (2022) architecture. It features 10 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 1.1 GHz, with boost up to 4.7 GHz. L3 cache: 12 MB (total). L2 cache: 1.25 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1781. Thermal design power (TDP): 9.5 MB + 12 MB. Memory support: DDR4, DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 11,305 points. Launch price was $149.

Xeon E5-2630 v4

The Xeon E5-2630 v4 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 20 June 2016 (9 years ago). It is based on the Broadwell (2015−2019) architecture. It features 10 cores and 20 threads. Base frequency is 2.2 GHz, with boost up to 3.1 GHz. L3 cache: 25 MB. L2 cache: 2.5 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA2011. Thermal design power (TDP): 85 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-1600, DDR4-1866, DDR4-2133. Passmark benchmark score: 11,434 points. Launch price was $667.

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Processing Power

The Core i7-1250U packs 10 cores / 12 threads, matching the Xeon E5-2630 v4's 10 cores. Boost clocks reach 4.7 GHz on the Core i7-1250U versus 3.1 GHz on the Xeon E5-2630 v4 — a 41% clock advantage for the Core i7-1250U (base: 1.1 GHz vs 2.2 GHz). The Core i7-1250U uses the Alder Lake-U (2022) architecture (Intel 7 nm), while the Xeon E5-2630 v4 uses Broadwell (2015−2019) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Core i7-1250U scores 11,305 against the Xeon E5-2630 v4's 11,434 — a 1.1% lead for the Xeon E5-2630 v4. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 1,600 vs 1,032, a 43.2% lead for the Core i7-1250U that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 6,500 vs 5,368 (19.1% advantage for the Core i7-1250U). L3 cache: 12 MB (total) on the Core i7-1250U vs 25 MB on the Xeon E5-2630 v4.

Feature	Core i7-1250U	Xeon E5-2630 v4
Cores / Threads	10 / 12	10 / 20
Boost Clock	4.7 GHz+52%	3.1 GHz
Base Clock	1.1 GHz	2.2 GHz+100%
L3 Cache	12 MB (total)	25 MB+108%
L2 Cache	1.25 MB (per core)	2.5 MB+100%
Process	Intel 7 nm-50%	14 nm
Architecture	Alder Lake-U (2022)	Broadwell (2015−2019)
PassMark	11,305	11,434+1%
Cinebench R23 Multi	6,788	—
Geekbench 6 Single	1,600+55%	1,032
Geekbench 6 Multi	6,500+21%	5,368

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Memory & Platform

The Core i7-1250U uses the FCBGA1781 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the Xeon E5-2630 v4 uses LGA2011 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR5-5200 on the Core i7-1250U versus DDR4 1600/1866/2133 on the Xeon E5-2630 v4 — the Xeon E5-2630 v4 supports 200% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Xeon E5-2630 v4 supports up to 1536 GB of RAM compared to 64 GB — 184% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 2 (Core i7-1250U) vs 4 (Xeon E5-2630 v4). PCIe lanes: 20 (Core i7-1250U) vs 40 (Xeon E5-2630 v4) — the Xeon E5-2630 v4 offers 20 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: SoC (Core i7-1250U) and C612 (Xeon E5-2630 v4).

Feature	Core i7-1250U	Xeon E5-2630 v4
Socket	FCBGA1781	LGA2011
PCIe Generation	PCIe 5.0+25%	PCIe 4.0
Max RAM Speed	DDR5-5200+25%	DDR4 1600/1866/2133
Max RAM Capacity	64 GB	1536 GB+2300%
RAM Channels	2	4+100%
ECC Support	❌	✅
PCIe Lanes	20	40+100%

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Advanced Features

Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Core i7-1250U) vs VT-x / VT-d / EPT (Xeon E5-2630 v4). The Core i7-1250U includes integrated graphics (Intel Iris Xe Graphics (96EU)), while the Xeon E5-2630 v4 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i7-1250U targets Thin and Light Laptop, Xeon E5-2630 v4 targets Workstation / Server.

Feature	Core i7-1250U	Xeon E5-2630 v4
Integrated GPU	Yes	No
IGPU Model	Intel Iris Xe Graphics (96EU)	—
Unlocked	No	No
AVX-512	No	No
Virtualization	VT-x, VT-d, EPT	VT-x / VT-d / EPT
Target Use	Thin and Light Laptop	Workstation / Server