CPU
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Core i7-1260P
Xeon E-2278G
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 i7-1260P
Performance Per Dollar Xeon E-2278G
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i7-1260P | Xeon E-2278G |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($432) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Alder Lake-P (2022) / Intel 7 nm) | ✨ Modern (Coffee Lake-S WS (2018−2019) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i7-1260P | Xeon E-2278G |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($432) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
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 E-2278G
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 E-2278G
The Xeon E-2278G is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 29 May 2019 (6 years ago). It is based on the Coffee Lake-S WS (2018−2019) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 3.4 GHz, with boost up to 5 GHz. L3 cache: 16 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1151. Thermal design power (TDP): 80 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2666. Passmark benchmark score: 16,825 points. Launch price was $494.
Processing Power
The Core i7-1260P packs 12 cores / 16 threads, while the Xeon E-2278G offers 8 cores / 16 threads — the Core i7-1260P has 4 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.7 GHz on the Core i7-1260P versus 5 GHz on the Xeon E-2278G — a 6.2% clock advantage for the Xeon E-2278G (base: 2.1 GHz vs 3.4 GHz). The Core i7-1260P uses the Alder Lake-P (2022) architecture (Intel 7 nm), while the Xeon E-2278G uses Coffee Lake-S WS (2018−2019) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Core i7-1260P scores 16,592 against the Xeon E-2278G's 16,825 — a 1.4% lead for the Xeon E-2278G. L3 cache: 18 MB (total) on the Core i7-1260P vs 16 MB (total) on the Xeon E-2278G.
| Feature | Core i7-1260P | Xeon E-2278G |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 12 / 16+50% | 8 / 16 |
| Boost Clock | 4.7 GHz | 5 GHz+6% |
| Base Clock | 2.1 GHz | 3.4 GHz+62% |
| L3 Cache | 18 MB (total)+13% | 16 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 1.25 MB (per core)+400% | 256 kB (per core) |
| Process | Intel 7 nm-50% | 14 nm |
| Architecture | Alder Lake-P (2022) | Coffee Lake-S WS (2018−2019) |
| PassMark | 16,592 | 16,825+1% |
| 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 E-2278G uses LGA1151 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR5-4800 on the Core i7-1260P versus DDR4-2666 on the Xeon E-2278G — the Core i7-1260P supports 22.2% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Xeon E-2278G supports up to 128 GB of RAM compared to 64 GB — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 20 (Core i7-1260P) vs 16 (Xeon E-2278G) — the Core i7-1260P offers 4 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: Adler Lake-P PCH (Core i7-1260P) and C242,C246 (Xeon E-2278G).
| Feature | Core i7-1260P | Xeon E-2278G |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FCBGA1744 | LGA1151 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 5.0+67% | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR5-4800+25% | DDR4-2666 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 64 GB | 128 GB+100% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 20+25% | 16 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d (Core i7-1260P) vs VT-x / VT-d / EPT (Xeon E-2278G). Both include integrated graphics — Intel Iris Xe Graphics 96EU (Core i7-1260P) and Intel UHD Graphics P630 (Xeon E-2278G) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i7-1260P targets High Performance Laptop, Xeon E-2278G targets Server.
| Feature | Core i7-1260P | Xeon E-2278G |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | Intel Iris Xe Graphics 96EU | Intel UHD Graphics P630 |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | VT-x / VT-d / EPT |
| Target Use | High Performance Laptop | Server |
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