Core i7-13700H vs Xeon E7-8880 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 i7-13700H

#111

Ryzen 5 PRO 5675U

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $180

109%

#119

Ryzen 7 PRO 250

MSRP: $400|Avg: $380

105%

#120

Core i7-11850HE

MSRP: $400|Avg: $75

103%

#124

Core i5-1240P

MSRP: $309|Avg: $200

101%

#125

Core i7-13700H

MSRP: $502|Avg: N/A

100%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Xeon E7-8880 v2

#21

Xeon Platinum 8260M

MSRP: $7705|Avg: N/A

123%

#22

Xeon Platinum 8268

MSRP: $6302|Avg: N/A

122%

#24

Xeon Gold 6130H

MSRP: $1894|Avg: N/A

118%

#36

Xeon E7-8880 v2

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#41

Xeon W-2195

MSRP: $150|Avg: $5

93%

#50

Xeon Gold 6238R

MSRP: $2612|Avg: N/A

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 i7-13700H (2023) utilizes Intel 7 nm technology and DDR4, DDR5, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Core i7-13700H	Xeon E7-8880 v2
Gaming	✅ Superior gaming performance	❌ Lower gaming performance
Workstation	✅ Better multi-core power	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks
Price	⚠️ Higher cost ($502)	✅ More affordable ($0)
Longevity	✨ Modern (Raptor Lake-H (2023−2024) / Intel 7 nm)	🛑 Legacy (Legacy / 22 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Xeon E7-8880 v2 (2014) relies on 22 nm technology and DDR3-1066, DDR3-1333, DDR3-1600, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Core i7-13700H	Xeon E7-8880 v2
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	⚠️ Higher cost ($502)	✅ 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 i7-13700H Benchmark Check

Xeon E7-8880 v2 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core i7-13700H and Xeon E7-8880 v2

Core i7-13700H

The Core i7-13700H is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 4 January 2023 (2 years ago). It is based on the Raptor Lake-H (2023−2024) architecture. It features 14 cores and 20 threads. Base frequency is 2.4 GHz, with boost up to 5 GHz. L3 cache: 24 MB (total). L2 cache: 2 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1744. Thermal design power (TDP): 45 Watt. Memory support: DDR4, DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 26,140 points. Launch price was $502.

Xeon E7-8880 v2

The Xeon E7-8880 v2 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2015-01-01. It features 15 cores and 30 threads. Base frequency is 2.5 GHz, with boost up to 3.1 GHz. L3 cache: 37.5 MB. Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA2011. Thermal design power (TDP): 130 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-1066, DDR3-1333, DDR3-1600. Passmark benchmark score: 25,966 points. Launch price was $800.

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Processing Power

The Core i7-13700H packs 14 cores / 20 threads, while the Xeon E7-8880 v2 offers 15 cores / 30 threads — the Xeon E7-8880 v2 has 1 more core. Boost clocks reach 5 GHz on the Core i7-13700H versus 3.1 GHz on the Xeon E7-8880 v2 — a 46.9% clock advantage for the Core i7-13700H (base: 2.4 GHz vs 2.5 GHz). The Core i7-13700H is built on the Raptor Lake-H (2023−2024) architecture. In PassMark, the Core i7-13700H scores 26,140 against the Xeon E7-8880 v2's 25,966 — a 0.7% lead for the Core i7-13700H. L3 cache: 24 MB (total) on the Core i7-13700H vs 37.5 MB on the Xeon E7-8880 v2.

Feature	Core i7-13700H	Xeon E7-8880 v2
Cores / Threads	14 / 20	15 / 30+7%
Boost Clock	5 GHz+61%	3.1 GHz
Base Clock	2.4 GHz	2.5 GHz+4%
L3 Cache	24 MB (total)	37.5 MB+56%
L2 Cache	2 MB (per core)	—
Process	Intel 7 nm-68%	22 nm
Architecture	Raptor Lake-H (2023−2024)	—
PassMark	26,140	25,966
Cinebench R23 Multi	20,101	—
Geekbench 6 Single	2,279	—
Geekbench 6 Multi	13,208	—

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Memory & Platform

The Core i7-13700H uses the FCBGA1744 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the Xeon E7-8880 v2 uses LGA2011 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.

Feature	Core i7-13700H	Xeon E7-8880 v2
Socket	FCBGA1744	LGA2011
PCIe Generation	PCIe 5.0+67%	PCIe 3.0
Max RAM Speed	DDR5-5200	—
Max RAM Capacity	96 GB	—
RAM Channels	2	—
ECC Support	❌	—
PCIe Lanes	28	—

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Advanced Features

Virtualization: VT-x, VT-d (Core i7-13700H) / not specified (Xeon E7-8880 v2). The Core i7-13700H includes integrated graphics (Iris Xe Graphics (96EU)), while the Xeon E7-8880 v2 requires a dedicated GPU.