CPU
GPU
Core i7-1260P
Xeon 6325P
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.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Core i7-1260P
Performance Per Dollar Xeon 6325P
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i7-1260P | Xeon 6325P |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($432) | ✅ More affordable ($281) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Alder Lake-P (2022) / Intel 7 nm) | ✨ Modern (Raptor Lake-R (2023−2025) / Intel 7 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i7-1260P | Xeon 6325P |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+51%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($432) | ✅ More affordable ($281) |
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 i7-1260P and Xeon 6325P
Core i7-1260P
The Core i7-1260P is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 23 February 2022 (3 years ago). It is based on the Alder Lake-P (2022) architecture. It features 12 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 2.1 GHz, with boost up to 4.7 GHz. L3 cache: 18 MB (total). L2 cache: 1.25 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1744. Thermal design power (TDP): 28 Watt. Memory support: DDR4, DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 16,592 points. Launch price was $299.
Xeon 6325P
The Xeon 6325P is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 24 February 2025 (less than a year ago). It is based on the Raptor Lake-R (2023−2025) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.5 GHz, with boost up to 4.8 GHz. L3 cache: 12 MB (total). L2 cache: 1.25 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1700. Thermal design power (TDP): 55 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-4800. Passmark benchmark score: 16,346 points. Launch price was $281.
Processing Power
The Core i7-1260P packs 12 cores / 16 threads, while the Xeon 6325P offers 4 cores / 8 threads — the Core i7-1260P has 8 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.7 GHz on the Core i7-1260P versus 4.8 GHz on the Xeon 6325P — a 2.1% clock advantage for the Xeon 6325P (base: 2.1 GHz vs 3.5 GHz). The Core i7-1260P uses the Alder Lake-P (2022) architecture (Intel 7 nm), while the Xeon 6325P uses Raptor Lake-R (2023−2025) (Intel 7 nm). In PassMark, the Core i7-1260P scores 16,592 against the Xeon 6325P's 16,346 — a 1.5% lead for the Core i7-1260P. L3 cache: 18 MB (total) on the Core i7-1260P vs 12 MB (total) on the Xeon 6325P.
| Feature | Core i7-1260P | Xeon 6325P |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 12 / 16+200% | 4 / 8 |
| Boost Clock | 4.7 GHz | 4.8 GHz+2% |
| Base Clock | 2.1 GHz | 3.5 GHz+67% |
| L3 Cache | 18 MB (total)+50% | 12 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 1.25 MB (per core) | 1.25 MB (per core) |
| Process | Intel 7 nm | Intel 7 nm |
| Architecture | Alder Lake-P (2022) | Raptor Lake-R (2023−2025) |
| PassMark | 16,592+2% | 16,346 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 2,424 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 9,532 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Core i7-1260P uses the FCBGA1744 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the Xeon 6325P uses LGA1700 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Core i7-1260P | Xeon 6325P |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FCBGA1744 | LGA1700 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 5.0+25% | PCIe 4.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR5-4800 | — |
| Max RAM Capacity | 64 GB | — |
| RAM Channels | 2 | — |
| ECC Support | ❌ | — |
| PCIe Lanes | 20 | — |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: VT-x, VT-d (Core i7-1260P) / not specified (Xeon 6325P). The Core i7-1260P includes integrated graphics (Intel Iris Xe Graphics 96EU), while the Xeon 6325P requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i7-1260P targets High Performance Laptop.
| Feature | Core i7-1260P | Xeon 6325P |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | — |
| IGPU Model | Intel Iris Xe Graphics 96EU | — |
| Unlocked | No | — |
| AVX-512 | No | — |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | — |
| Target Use | High Performance Laptop | — |
Value Analysis
The Core i7-1260P launched at $432 MSRP, while the Xeon 6325P debuted at $281. At current prices ($432 vs $281), the Xeon 6325P is $151 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i7-1260P delivers 38.4 pts/$ vs 58.2 pts/$ for the Xeon 6325P — making the Xeon 6325P the 40.9% better value option.
| Feature | Core i7-1260P | Xeon 6325P |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $432 | $281-35% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $432 | $281-35% |
| Performance per Dollar | 38.4 | 58.2+52% |
| Release Date | 2022 | 2025 |
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