Core i7-8700 vs Xeon W-2133
Core i7-8700
Xeon W-2133
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 i7-8700 is positioned at rank 483 and the Xeon W-2133 is on rank 618, so the Core i7-8700 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Core i7-8700
Performance Per Dollar Xeon W-2133
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i7-8700 | Xeon W-2133 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($110) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($617) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Coffee Lake-S (2017−2018) / 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Skylake (server) (2017−2018) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i7-8700 | Xeon W-2133 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+467%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($110) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($617) |
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 i7-8700 and Xeon W-2133
Core i7-8700
The Core i7-8700 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 January 2018 (7 years ago). It is based on the Coffee Lake-S (2017−2018) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 3.2 GHz, with boost up to 4.6 GHz. L3 cache: 12288 kB. 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: 12,747 points. Launch price was $303.
Xeon W-2133
The Xeon W-2133 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 29 August 2017 (8 years ago). It is based on the Skylake (server) (2017−2018) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 3.6 GHz, with boost up to 3.9 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: DDR4-1600, DDR4-1866, DDR4-2133, DDR4-2400, DDR4-2666. Passmark benchmark score: 12,615 points. Launch price was $617.
Processing Power
Both the Core i7-8700 and Xeon W-2133 share an identical 6-core/12-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 4.6 GHz on the Core i7-8700 versus 3.9 GHz on the Xeon W-2133 — a 16.5% clock advantage for the Core i7-8700 (base: 3.2 GHz vs 3.6 GHz). The Core i7-8700 uses the Coffee Lake-S (2017−2018) architecture (14 nm), while the Xeon W-2133 uses Skylake (server) (2017−2018) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Core i7-8700 scores 12,747 against the Xeon W-2133's 12,615 — a 1% lead for the Core i7-8700. Cinebench R23 multi-core: 7,969 vs 6,000 (28.2% advantage for the Core i7-8700). Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 1,535 vs 1,292, a 17.2% lead for the Core i7-8700 that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 6,200 vs 6,647 (7% advantage for the Xeon W-2133). L3 cache: 12288 kB on the Core i7-8700 vs 8.25 MB (total) on the Xeon W-2133.
| Feature | Core i7-8700 | Xeon W-2133 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 6 / 12 | 6 / 12 |
| Boost Clock | 4.6 GHz+18% | 3.9 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.2 GHz | 3.6 GHz+12% |
| L3 Cache | 12288 kB+45% | 8.25 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 256K (per core) | 1 MB (per core)+300% |
| Process | 14 nm | 14 nm |
| Architecture | Coffee Lake-S (2017−2018) | Skylake (server) (2017−2018) |
| PassMark | 12,747+1% | 12,615 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | 7,969+33% | 6,000 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 1,535+19% | 1,292 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 6,200 | 6,647+7% |
Memory & Platform
The Core i7-8700 uses the LGA1151 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Xeon W-2133 uses LGA2066 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR4-2666 memory speed. The Xeon W-2133 supports up to 512 GB of RAM compared to 128 GB — 120% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 2 (Core i7-8700) vs 4 (Xeon W-2133). PCIe lanes: 16 (Core i7-8700) vs 48 (Xeon W-2133) — the Xeon W-2133 offers 32 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: 300-series (Core i7-8700) and C422 (Xeon W-2133).
| Feature | Core i7-8700 | Xeon W-2133 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1151 | LGA2066 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4-2666 | DDR4-2666 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 128 GB | 512 GB+300% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 4+100% |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | 48+200% |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Only the Xeon W-2133 supports AVX-512 instructions — important for machine learning and scientific applications. Both support VT-x, VT-d virtualization. The Core i7-8700 includes integrated graphics (UHD Graphics 630), while the Xeon W-2133 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i7-8700 targets Gaming, Xeon W-2133 targets Workstation. Direct competitor: Core i7-8700 rivals Ryzen 5 2600; Xeon W-2133 rivals Ryzen Threadripper 1900X.
| Feature | Core i7-8700 | Xeon W-2133 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | No |
| IGPU Model | UHD Graphics 630 | — |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | Yes |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | VT-x, VT-d |
| Target Use | Gaming | Workstation |
Value Analysis
The Core i7-8700 launched at $303 MSRP, while the Xeon W-2133 debuted at $617. At current prices ($110 vs $617), the Core i7-8700 is $507 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i7-8700 delivers 115.9 pts/$ vs 20.4 pts/$ for the Xeon W-2133 — making the Core i7-8700 the 140% better value option.
| Feature | Core i7-8700 | Xeon W-2133 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $303-51% | $617 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $110-82% | $617 |
| Performance per Dollar | 115.9+468% | 20.4 |
| Release Date | 2017 | 2017 |
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