Core i7-6950X vs Xeon W-11855M
Core i7-6950X
Xeon W-11855M
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
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Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Core i7-6950X
Performance Per Dollar Xeon W-11855M
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i7-6950X | Xeon W-11855M |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($180) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($200) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Broadwell-E (2016) / 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Tiger Lake-H (2021) / 10 nm SuperFin) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i7-6950X | Xeon W-11855M |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+12%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($180) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($200) |
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 i7-6950X and Xeon W-11855M
Core i7-6950X
The Core i7-6950X is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 31 May 2016 (9 years ago). It is based on the Broadwell-E (2016) architecture. It features 10 cores and 20 threads. Base frequency is 3 GHz, with boost up to 4 GHz. L3 cache: 25 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA2011. Thermal design power (TDP): 140 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 17,580 points. Launch price was $1,723.
Xeon W-11855M
The Xeon W-11855M is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 11 May 2021 (4 years ago). It is based on the Tiger Lake-H (2021) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 3.2 GHz, with boost up to 4.9 GHz. L3 cache: 18 MB (total). L2 cache: 1.25 MB (per core). Built on 10 nm SuperFin process technology. Socket: FCBGA1787. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 17,462 points. Launch price was $450.
Processing Power
The Core i7-6950X packs 10 cores / 20 threads, while the Xeon W-11855M offers 6 cores / 12 threads — the Core i7-6950X has 4 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4 GHz on the Core i7-6950X versus 4.9 GHz on the Xeon W-11855M — a 20.2% clock advantage for the Xeon W-11855M (base: 3 GHz vs 3.2 GHz). The Core i7-6950X uses the Broadwell-E (2016) architecture (14 nm), while the Xeon W-11855M uses Tiger Lake-H (2021) (10 nm SuperFin). In PassMark, the Core i7-6950X scores 17,580 against the Xeon W-11855M's 17,462 — a 0.7% lead for the Core i7-6950X. L3 cache: 25 MB (total) on the Core i7-6950X vs 18 MB (total) on the Xeon W-11855M.
| Feature | Core i7-6950X | Xeon W-11855M |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 10 / 20+67% | 6 / 12 |
| Boost Clock | 4 GHz | 4.9 GHz+23% |
| Base Clock | 3 GHz | 3.2 GHz+7% |
| L3 Cache | 25 MB (total)+39% | 18 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 256K (per core) | 1.25 MB (per core)+400% |
| Process | 14 nm | 10 nm SuperFin-29% |
| Architecture | Broadwell-E (2016) | Tiger Lake-H (2021) |
| PassMark | 17,580 | 17,462 |
Memory & Platform
The Core i7-6950X uses the LGA2011 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Xeon W-11855M uses FCBGA1787 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Core i7-6950X | Xeon W-11855M |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA2011 | FCBGA1787 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 5.0+67% |
Value Analysis
The Core i7-6950X launched at $1723 MSRP, while the Xeon W-11855M debuted at $450. At current prices ($180 vs $200), the Core i7-6950X is $20 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i7-6950X delivers 97.7 pts/$ vs 87.3 pts/$ for the Xeon W-11855M — making the Core i7-6950X the 11.2% better value option.
| Feature | Core i7-6950X | Xeon W-11855M |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $1723 | $450-74% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $180-10% | $200 |
| Performance per Dollar | 97.7+12% | 87.3 |
| Release Date | 2016 | 2021 |
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