Core i7-7700 vs Xeon E5-4650L
Core i7-7700
Xeon E5-4650L
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. The Core i7-7700 is positioned at rank 574 and the Xeon E5-4650L is on rank 1019, so the Core i7-7700 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Core i7-7700
Performance Per Dollar Xeon E5-4650L
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i7-7700 | Xeon E5-4650L |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($102) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($3,616) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Kaby Lake (2016−2019) / 14 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Sandy Bridge-EP (2012) / 32 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i7-7700 | Xeon E5-4650L |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+3490%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($102) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($3,616) |
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 i7-7700 and Xeon E5-4650L
Core i7-7700
The Core i7-7700 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 3 January 2017 (8 years ago). It is based on the Kaby Lake (2016−2019) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.6 GHz, with boost up to 4.2 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1151. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR3, DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 8,642 points. Launch price was $303.
Xeon E5-4650L
The Xeon E5-4650L is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 14 May 2012 (13 years ago). It is based on the Sandy Bridge-EP (2012) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 2.6 GHz, with boost up to 3.1 GHz. L3 cache: 20480 kB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: LGA2011. Thermal design power (TDP): 115 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 8,533 points. Launch price was $8,685.
Processing Power
The Core i7-7700 packs 4 cores / 8 threads, while the Xeon E5-4650L offers 8 cores / 16 threads — the Xeon E5-4650L has 4 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.2 GHz on the Core i7-7700 versus 3.1 GHz on the Xeon E5-4650L — a 30.1% clock advantage for the Core i7-7700 (base: 3.6 GHz vs 2.6 GHz). The Core i7-7700 uses the Kaby Lake (2016−2019) architecture (14 nm), while the Xeon E5-4650L uses Sandy Bridge-EP (2012) (32 nm). In PassMark, the Core i7-7700 scores 8,642 against the Xeon E5-4650L's 8,533 — a 1.3% lead for the Core i7-7700. L3 cache: 8 MB (total) on the Core i7-7700 vs 20480 kB (total) on the Xeon E5-4650L.
| Feature | Core i7-7700 | Xeon E5-4650L |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 8 | 8 / 16+100% |
| Boost Clock | 4.2 GHz+35% | 3.1 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.6 GHz+38% | 2.6 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 8 MB (total) | 20480 kB (total)+150% |
| L2 Cache | 256K (per core) | 256 kB (per core) |
| Process | 14 nm-56% | 32 nm |
| Architecture | Kaby Lake (2016−2019) | Sandy Bridge-EP (2012) |
| PassMark | 8,642+1% | 8,533 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | 1,435 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Core i7-7700 uses the LGA1151 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Xeon E5-4650L uses LGA2011 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR4-2400 on the Core i7-7700 versus DDR3-1600 on the Xeon E5-4650L — the Core i7-7700 supports 28.6% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Xeon E5-4650L supports up to 384 GB of RAM compared to 64 GB — 142.9% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 2 (Core i7-7700) vs 4 (Xeon E5-4650L). PCIe lanes: 16 (Core i7-7700) vs 40 (Xeon E5-4650L) — the Xeon E5-4650L offers 24 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives.
| Feature | Core i7-7700 | Xeon E5-4650L |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1151 | LGA2011 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 5.0+67% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4-2400+33% | DDR3-1600 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 64 GB | 384 GB+500% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 4+100% |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | 40+150% |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Core i7-7700) vs VT-x, VT-d (Xeon E5-4650L). The Core i7-7700 includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics 630), while the Xeon E5-4650L requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i7-7700 targets Gaming, Xeon E5-4650L targets Server Low Power. Direct competitor: Core i7-7700 rivals Ryzen 5 1600.
| Feature | Core i7-7700 | Xeon E5-4650L |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | No |
| IGPU Model | HD Graphics 630 | — |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d, EPT | VT-x, VT-d |
| Target Use | Gaming | Server Low Power |
Value Analysis
The Core i7-7700 launched at $272 MSRP, while the Xeon E5-4650L debuted at $3616.
| Feature | Core i7-7700 | Xeon E5-4650L |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $272-92% | $3616 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $102 | — |
| Release Date | 2017 | 2012 |
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