Core i7-7800X vs Xeon E5-4627 v4
Core i7-7800X
Xeon E5-4627 v4
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 i7-7800X is positioned at rank 551 and the Xeon E5-4627 v4 is on rank 988, so the Core i7-7800X offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Core i7-7800X
Performance Per Dollar Xeon E5-4627 v4
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i7-7800X | Xeon E5-4627 v4 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($254) | ✅ More affordable ($200) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Skylake (server) (2017−2018) / 14 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Broadwell (2015−2019) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i7-7800X | Xeon E5-4627 v4 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+27%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($254) | ✅ More affordable ($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 i7-7800X and Xeon E5-4627 v4
Core i7-7800X
The Core i7-7800X is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 26 June 2017 (8 years ago). It is based on the Skylake (server) (2017−2018) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 3.5 GHz, with boost up to 4 GHz. L3 cache: 8.25 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA2066. Thermal design power (TDP): 140 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2400. Passmark benchmark score: 12,963 points. Launch price was $383.
Xeon E5-4627 v4
The Xeon E5-4627 v4 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 20 June 2016 (9 years ago). It is based on the Broadwell (2015−2019) architecture. It features 10 cores and 10 threads. Base frequency is 2.6 GHz, with boost up to 3.2 GHz. L3 cache: 25 MB. L2 cache: 2.5 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA2011. Thermal design power (TDP): 135 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 12,969 points. Launch price was $2,225.
Processing Power
The Core i7-7800X packs 6 cores / 12 threads, while the Xeon E5-4627 v4 offers 10 cores / 10 threads — the Xeon E5-4627 v4 has 4 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4 GHz on the Core i7-7800X versus 3.2 GHz on the Xeon E5-4627 v4 — a 22.2% clock advantage for the Core i7-7800X (base: 3.5 GHz vs 2.6 GHz). The Core i7-7800X uses the Skylake (server) (2017−2018) architecture (14 nm), while the Xeon E5-4627 v4 uses Broadwell (2015−2019) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Core i7-7800X scores 12,963 against the Xeon E5-4627 v4's 12,969 — a 0% lead for the Xeon E5-4627 v4. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 1,114 vs 1,105, a 0.8% lead for the Core i7-7800X that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 6,951 vs 8,936 (25% advantage for the Xeon E5-4627 v4). L3 cache: 8.25 MB (total) on the Core i7-7800X vs 25 MB on the Xeon E5-4627 v4.
| Feature | Core i7-7800X | Xeon E5-4627 v4 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 6 / 12 | 10 / 10+67% |
| Boost Clock | 4 GHz+25% | 3.2 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.5 GHz+35% | 2.6 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 8.25 MB (total) | 25 MB+203% |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core) | 2.5 MB+150% |
| Process | 14 nm | 14 nm |
| Architecture | Skylake (server) (2017−2018) | Broadwell (2015−2019) |
| PassMark | 12,963 | 12,969 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | 6,897 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 1,114 | 1,105 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 6,951 | 8,936+29% |
Memory & Platform
The Core i7-7800X uses the LGA2066 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Xeon E5-4627 v4 uses LGA2011 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR4-2400 memory speed. The Xeon E5-4627 v4 supports up to 1536 GB of RAM compared to 128 GB — 169.2% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 4-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 28 (Core i7-7800X) vs 40 (Xeon E5-4627 v4) — the Xeon E5-4627 v4 offers 12 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: X299 (Core i7-7800X) and C610 (Xeon E5-4627 v4).
| Feature | Core i7-7800X | Xeon E5-4627 v4 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA2066 | LGA2011 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4-2400 | DDR4-2400 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 128 GB | 1536 GB+1100% |
| RAM Channels | 4 | 4 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 28 | 40+43% |
Advanced Features
Only the Core i7-7800X supports AVX-512 instructions — important for machine learning and scientific applications. Both support Yes virtualization.
| Feature | Core i7-7800X | Xeon E5-4627 v4 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| AVX-512 | Yes | No |
| Virtualization | Yes | Yes |
Value Analysis
The Core i7-7800X launched at $383 MSRP, while the Xeon E5-4627 v4 debuted at $2500. At current prices ($254 vs $200), the Xeon E5-4627 v4 is $54 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i7-7800X delivers 51.0 pts/$ vs 64.8 pts/$ for the Xeon E5-4627 v4 — making the Xeon E5-4627 v4 the 23.8% better value option.
| Feature | Core i7-7800X | Xeon E5-4627 v4 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $383-85% | $2500 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $254 | $200-21% |
| Performance per Dollar | 51.0 | 64.8+27% |
| Release Date | 2017 | 2016 |
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