Core i7-1260P vs Xeon E7-4809 v2

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.

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 i7-1260P

#167

Core Ultra 7 258V

MSRP: $450|Avg: $400

110%

#169

Core i7-1280P

MSRP: $482|Avg: $482

108%

#173

Core Ultra 5 238V

MSRP: $454|Avg: $454

104%

#176

Core i9-13900HK

MSRP: $697|Avg: N/A

102%

#178

Core i7-1360P

MSRP: $480|Avg: $280

100%

#179

Core i7-1260P

MSRP: $432|Avg: $432

100%

#184

Core Ultra 7 266V

MSRP: $520|Avg: $520

97%

#185

Ryzen 7 5825C

MSRP: $400|Avg: $400

95%

#187

Core Ultra 9 288V

MSRP: $600|Avg: $600

88%

#188

Core i7-10870H

MSRP: $417|Avg: N/A

88%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Xeon E7-4809 v2

#119

Xeon 6505P

MSRP: $563|Avg: $563

106%

#130

EPYC 9115

MSRP: $726|Avg: $726

101%

#131

EPYC 74F3

MSRP: $913|Avg: $824

101%

#134

Xeon E7-4809 v2

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#143

Xeon W-1350P

MSRP: $311|Avg: $250

96%

#145

Xeon 6511P

MSRP: $815|Avg: $815

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 i7-1260P (2022) utilizes Intel 7 nm technology and DDR4, DDR5, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Core i7-1260P	Xeon E7-4809 v2
Gaming	✅ Superior gaming performance	❌ Lower gaming performance
Workstation	✅ Better multi-core power	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks
Price	⚠️ Higher cost ($432)	✅ More affordable ($0)
Longevity	✨ Modern (Alder Lake-P (2022) / Intel 7 nm)	🛑 Legacy (Legacy / 22 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Xeon E7-4809 v2 (2014) relies on 22 nm technology and DDR3-1066, DDR3-1333, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Core i7-1260P	Xeon E7-4809 v2
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	⚠️ Higher cost ($432)	✅ More affordable ($0)

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 i7-1260P Benchmark Check

Xeon E7-4809 v2 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core i7-1260P and Xeon E7-4809 v2

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 E7-4809 v2

The Xeon E7-4809 v2 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2015-01-01. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 1.9 GHz, with boost up to none. L3 cache: 12 MB. Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA2011. Thermal design power (TDP): 105 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-1066, DDR3-1333. Passmark benchmark score: 16,471 points. Launch price was $800.

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Processing Power

The Core i7-1260P packs 12 cores / 16 threads, while the Xeon E7-4809 v2 offers 6 cores / 12 threads — the Core i7-1260P has 6 more cores. The Core i7-1260P is built on the Alder Lake-P (2022) architecture. In PassMark, the Core i7-1260P scores 16,592 against the Xeon E7-4809 v2's 16,471 — a 0.7% lead for the Core i7-1260P. L3 cache: 18 MB (total) on the Core i7-1260P vs 12 MB on the Xeon E7-4809 v2.

Feature	Core i7-1260P	Xeon E7-4809 v2
Cores / Threads	12 / 16+100%	6 / 12
Boost Clock	4.7 GHz	none
Base Clock	2.1 GHz+11%	1.9 GHz
L3 Cache	18 MB (total)+50%	12 MB
L2 Cache	1.25 MB (per core)	—
Process	Intel 7 nm-68%	22 nm
Architecture	Alder Lake-P (2022)	—
PassMark	16,592	16,471
Geekbench 6 Single	2,424	—
Geekbench 6 Multi	9,532	—

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Memory & Platform

The Core i7-1260P uses the FCBGA1744 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the Xeon E7-4809 v2 uses LGA2011 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.

Feature	Core i7-1260P	Xeon E7-4809 v2
Socket	FCBGA1744	LGA2011
PCIe Generation	PCIe 5.0+67%	PCIe 3.0
Max RAM Speed	DDR5-4800	—
Max RAM Capacity	64 GB	—
RAM Channels	2	—
ECC Support	❌	—
PCIe Lanes	20	—

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Advanced Features

Virtualization: VT-x, VT-d (Core i7-1260P) / not specified (Xeon E7-4809 v2). The Core i7-1260P includes integrated graphics (Intel Iris Xe Graphics 96EU), while the Xeon E7-4809 v2 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i7-1260P targets High Performance Laptop.