Core i7-8809G vs Xeon E5-2470

Core i7-8809G

4 Cores8 Thrd100 WWMax: 4.2 GHz2018

Xeon E5-2470

8 Cores16 Thrd95 WWMax: 3.1 GHz2012

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Core i7-8809G

4 / 8

8,448

+1.4%

8,329

0.0%

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 i7-8809G is positioned at rank 904 and the Xeon E5-2470 is on rank 973, so the Core i7-8809G offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar Core i7-8809G

#892

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

1563%

#893

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

1540%

#894

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

1414%

#895

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

1408%

#896

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

1395%

#898

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

1347%

#899

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

1291%

#900

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

1289%

#901

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

1255%

#904

Core i7-8809G

MSRP: $450|Avg: $450

100%

#911

Core i7-6820HK

MSRP: $378|Avg: N/A

99%

#912

Athlon II Neo K325

MSRP: $60|Avg: $25

99%

#919

Core i5-8365UE

MSRP: $297|Avg: $297

97%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Xeon E5-2470

Xeon Platinum 8454H

MSRP: $6540|Avg: N/A

35956%

Xeon Gold 6240R

MSRP: $2444|Avg: N/A

6789%

#10

Xeon 6337P

MSRP: $60|Avg: $5

6031%

#15

EPYC 9174F

MSRP: $194|Avg: $30

4660%

#535

Xeon W-3245M

MSRP: $5002|Avg: $5002

99%

#536

Xeon W-3265M

MSRP: $6300|Avg: $3500

98%

#973

Xeon E5-2470

MSRP: $1440|Avg: $125

100%

#974

Xeon E5-2670

MSRP: $1552|Avg: $60

99%

#976

Xeon X3470

MSRP: $589|Avg: $16

98%

#979

Xeon E5-2689

MSRP: $1800|Avg: $18

95%

#980

Xeon E5-2450L

MSRP: $1106|Avg: $78

95%

#981

Xeon X3480

MSRP: $612|Avg: $48

94%

#982

Xeon E5-2687W

MSRP: $1885|Avg: $70

92%

#983

Xeon E5-4610

MSRP: $1219|Avg: $50

92%

#985

Xeon X7550

MSRP: $1500|Avg: $1400

91%

#986

Xeon E7540

MSRP: $1980|Avg: $146

91%

#987

Xeon E7530

MSRP: $1391|Avg: $146

90%

#988

Xeon E5-4627 v4

MSRP: $2500|Avg: $200

90%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

About PassMark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Generational Difference: This comparison involves processors from different technological eras. The Core i7-8809G (2018) utilizes 14 nm technology and DDR4-2400, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Core i7-8809G	Xeon E5-2470
Gaming	❌ Lower gaming performance	✅ Superior gaming performance
Workstation	✅ Better multi-core power	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks
Price	⚠️ Higher cost ($450)	✅ More affordable ($125)
Longevity	✨ Modern (Kaby Lake G (2018) / 14 nm)	🛑 Legacy (Sandy Bridge-EN (2012) / 32 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Xeon E5-2470 (2012) relies on 32 nm technology and DDR3, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Core i7-8809G	Xeon E5-2470
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	✅ Better overall value (+255%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️ Higher cost ($450)	✅ More affordable ($125)

Performance Check

Paired with RTX 4090

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.

Core i7-8809G Benchmark Check

Xeon E5-2470 Benchmark Check

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core i7-8809G and Xeon E5-2470

Core i7-8809G

The Core i7-8809G is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 February 2018 (7 years ago). It is based on the Kaby Lake G (2018) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.1 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: FCBGA2270. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2400. Passmark benchmark score: 8,448 points. Launch price was $149.

Xeon E5-2470

The Xeon E5-2470 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 14 May 2012 (13 years ago). It is based on the Sandy Bridge-EN (2012) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 2.3 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: LGA1356. Thermal design power (TDP): 95 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 8,329 points. Launch price was $1,480.

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Processing Power

The Core i7-8809G packs 4 cores / 8 threads, while the Xeon E5-2470 offers 8 cores / 16 threads — the Xeon E5-2470 has 4 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.2 GHz on the Core i7-8809G versus 3.1 GHz on the Xeon E5-2470 — a 30.1% clock advantage for the Core i7-8809G (base: 3.1 GHz vs 2.3 GHz). The Core i7-8809G uses the Kaby Lake G (2018) architecture (14 nm), while the Xeon E5-2470 uses Sandy Bridge-EN (2012) (32 nm). In PassMark, the Core i7-8809G scores 8,448 against the Xeon E5-2470's 8,329 — a 1.4% lead for the Core i7-8809G. L3 cache: 8 MB (total) on the Core i7-8809G vs 20480 kB (total) on the Xeon E5-2470.

Feature	Core i7-8809G	Xeon E5-2470
Cores / Threads	4 / 8	8 / 16+100%
Boost Clock	4.2 GHz+35%	3.1 GHz
Base Clock	3.1 GHz+35%	2.3 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 G (2018)	Sandy Bridge-EN (2012)
PassMark	8,448+1%	8,329

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Memory & Platform

The Core i7-8809G uses the FCBGA2270 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Xeon E5-2470 uses LGA1356 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.

Feature	Core i7-8809G	Xeon E5-2470
Socket	FCBGA2270	LGA1356
PCIe Generation	PCIe 3.0+50%	PCIe 2.0

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Value Analysis

The Core i7-8809G launched at $450 MSRP, while the Xeon E5-2470 debuted at $1440. At current prices ($450 vs $125), the Xeon E5-2470 is $325 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i7-8809G delivers 18.8 pts/$ vs 66.6 pts/$ for the Xeon E5-2470 — making the Xeon E5-2470 the 112.1% better value option.