Core i7-7700K vs Xeon E-2234
Core i7-7700K
Xeon E-2234
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 i7-7700K is positioned at rank 577 and the Xeon E-2234 is on rank 388, so the Xeon E-2234 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Core i7-7700K
Performance Per Dollar Xeon E-2234
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i7-7700K | Xeon E-2234 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($140) | ✅ More affordable ($136) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Kaby Lake (2016−2019) / 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Coffee Lake-S WS (2018−2019) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i7-7700K | Xeon E-2234 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+3%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($140) | ✅ More affordable ($136) |
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 i7-7700K and Xeon E-2234
Core i7-7700K
The Core i7-7700K 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 4.2 GHz, with boost up to 4.5 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1151. Thermal design power (TDP): 91 Watt. Memory support: DDR3, DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 9,625 points. Launch price was $339.
Xeon E-2234
The Xeon E-2234 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 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.6 GHz, with boost up to 4.8 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1151. Thermal design power (TDP): 71 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2666. Passmark benchmark score: 9,639 points. Launch price was $250.
Processing Power
Both the Core i7-7700K and Xeon E-2234 share an identical 4-core/8-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 4.5 GHz on the Core i7-7700K versus 4.8 GHz on the Xeon E-2234 — a 6.5% clock advantage for the Xeon E-2234 (base: 4.2 GHz vs 3.6 GHz). The Core i7-7700K uses the Kaby Lake (2016−2019) architecture (14 nm), while the Xeon E-2234 uses Coffee Lake-S WS (2018−2019) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Core i7-7700K scores 9,625 against the Xeon E-2234's 9,639 — a 0.1% lead for the Xeon E-2234. Both processors carry 8 MB (total) of L3 cache.
| Feature | Core i7-7700K | Xeon E-2234 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 8 | 4 / 8 |
| Boost Clock | 4.5 GHz | 4.8 GHz+7% |
| Base Clock | 4.2 GHz+17% | 3.6 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 8 MB (total) | 8 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 256K (per core) | 256 kB (per core) |
| Process | 14 nm | 14 nm |
| Architecture | Kaby Lake (2016−2019) | Coffee Lake-S WS (2018−2019) |
| PassMark | 9,625 | 9,639 |
Memory & Platform
Both processors use the LGA1151 socket with PCIe 3.0.
| Feature | Core i7-7700K | Xeon E-2234 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1151 | LGA1151 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
Value Analysis
The Core i7-7700K launched at $305 MSRP, while the Xeon E-2234 debuted at $250. At current prices ($140 vs $136), the Xeon E-2234 is $4 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i7-7700K delivers 68.8 pts/$ vs 70.9 pts/$ for the Xeon E-2234 — making the Xeon E-2234 the 3% better value option.
| Feature | Core i7-7700K | Xeon E-2234 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $305 | $250-18% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $140 | $136-3% |
| Performance per Dollar | 68.8 | 70.9+3% |
| Release Date | 2017 | 2019 |
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