Core i7-1250U vs Xeon E5-4627 v3

Core i7-1250U

10 Cores12 Thrd9.5 WWMax: 4.7 GHz2022

Xeon E5-4627 v3

10 Cores10 Thrd135 WWMax: 3.2 GHz2015

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Core i7-1250U

10 / 12

11,305

0.0%

11,344

+0.3%

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 E5-4627 v3 is on rank 989, 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 E5-4627 v3

Xeon Platinum 8454H

MSRP: $6540|Avg: N/A

40750%

Xeon Gold 6240R

MSRP: $2444|Avg: N/A

7694%

#10

Xeon 6337P

MSRP: $60|Avg: $5

6836%

#15

EPYC 9174F

MSRP: $194|Avg: $30

5281%

#537

Xeon Platinum 8180

MSRP: $10009|Avg: $2363

75%

#538

Xeon Platinum 8280M

MSRP: $10009|Avg: $6223

74%

#989

Xeon E5-4627 v3

MSRP: $2225|Avg: $200

100%

#990

Xeon X5660

MSRP: $1219|Avg: $10

96%

#991

Xeon E5-2667

MSRP: $1552|Avg: $31

94%

#992

Xeon E5-2690

MSRP: $2057|Avg: $150

93%

#993

Xeon E3-1565L v5

MSRP: $1552|Avg: $120

93%

#994

Xeon L5640

MSRP: $996|Avg: N/A

92%

#995

Xeon L5335

MSRP: $380|Avg: $18

90%

#996

Xeon E5-4627 v2

MSRP: $2061|Avg: $70

90%

#997

Xeon E-2144G

MSRP: $2090|Avg: $389

88%

#998

Xeon X5675

MSRP: $1440|Avg: $22

87%

#999

Xeon Phi 7210

MSRP: $1881|Avg: $150

76%

#1000

Xeon D-1567

MSRP: $2702|Avg: $230

76%

#1001

Xeon E-2126G

MSRP: $2702|Avg: $230

76%

#1004

Xeon D-1531

MSRP: $2057|Avg: $250

73%

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 E5-4627 v3
Gaming	✅ Superior gaming performance	❌ Lower gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	⚠️ Higher cost ($426)	✅ More affordable ($200)
Longevity	✨ Modern (Alder Lake-U (2022) / Intel 7 nm)	🛑 Legacy (Haswell-EP (2014−2015) / 22 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Xeon E5-4627 v3 (2015) relies on 22 nm technology and DDR4, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Core i7-1250U	Xeon E5-4627 v3
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	✅ Better overall value (+114%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️ Higher cost ($426)	✅ More affordable ($200)

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 E5-4627 v3 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core i7-1250U and Xeon E5-4627 v3

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 E5-4627 v3

The Xeon E5-4627 v3 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2015-01-01. It is based on the Haswell-EP (2014−2015) architecture. It features 10 cores and 10 threads. Base frequency is 2.6 GHz, with boost up to 3.2 GHz. L3 cache: 25 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA2011. Thermal design power (TDP): 135 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 11,344 points. Launch price was $800.

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Processing Power

The Core i7-1250U packs 10 cores / 12 threads, matching the Xeon E5-4627 v3's 10 cores. Boost clocks reach 4.7 GHz on the Core i7-1250U versus 3.2 GHz on the Xeon E5-4627 v3 — a 38% clock advantage for the Core i7-1250U (base: 1.1 GHz vs 2.6 GHz). The Core i7-1250U uses the Alder Lake-U (2022) architecture (Intel 7 nm), while the Xeon E5-4627 v3 uses Haswell-EP (2014−2015) (22 nm). In PassMark, the Core i7-1250U scores 11,305 against the Xeon E5-4627 v3's 11,344 — a 0.3% lead for the Xeon E5-4627 v3. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 1,600 vs 970, a 49% lead for the Core i7-1250U that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 6,500 vs 6,500 (0% advantage for the Xeon E5-4627 v3). L3 cache: 12 MB (total) on the Core i7-1250U vs 25 MB (total) on the Xeon E5-4627 v3.

Feature	Core i7-1250U	Xeon E5-4627 v3
Cores / Threads	10 / 12	10 / 10
Boost Clock	4.7 GHz+47%	3.2 GHz
Base Clock	1.1 GHz	2.6 GHz+136%
L3 Cache	12 MB (total)	25 MB (total)+108%
L2 Cache	1.25 MB (per core)+400%	256K (per core)
Process	Intel 7 nm-68%	22 nm
Architecture	Alder Lake-U (2022)	Haswell-EP (2014−2015)
PassMark	11,305	11,344
Cinebench R23 Multi	6,788	—
Geekbench 6 Single	1,600+65%	970
Geekbench 6 Multi	6,500	6,500

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Memory & Platform

The Core i7-1250U uses the FCBGA1781 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the Xeon E5-4627 v3 uses LGA2011 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR5-5200 on the Core i7-1250U versus DDR4-2133 on the Xeon E5-4627 v3 — the Core i7-1250U supports 22.2% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Xeon E5-4627 v3 supports up to 768 GB of RAM compared to 64 GB — 169.2% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 2 (Core i7-1250U) vs 4 (Xeon E5-4627 v3). PCIe lanes: 20 (Core i7-1250U) vs 40 (Xeon E5-4627 v3) — the Xeon E5-4627 v3 offers 20 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: SoC (Core i7-1250U) and C612 (Xeon E5-4627 v3).

Feature	Core i7-1250U	Xeon E5-4627 v3
Socket	FCBGA1781	LGA2011
PCIe Generation	PCIe 5.0+67%	PCIe 3.0
Max RAM Speed	DDR5-5200+25%	DDR4-2133
Max RAM Capacity	64 GB	768 GB+1100%
RAM Channels	2	4+100%
ECC Support	❌	✅
PCIe Lanes	20	40+100%

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Advanced Features

Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Core i7-1250U) vs Yes (Xeon E5-4627 v3). The Core i7-1250U includes integrated graphics (Intel Iris Xe Graphics (96EU)), while the Xeon E5-4627 v3 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i7-1250U targets Thin and Light Laptop.

Feature	Core i7-1250U	Xeon E5-4627 v3
Integrated GPU	Yes	No
IGPU Model	Intel Iris Xe Graphics (96EU)	—
Unlocked	No	—
AVX-512	No	No
Virtualization	VT-x, VT-d, EPT	Yes
Target Use	Thin and Light Laptop	—