Core i9-11900T vs Xeon w3-2425
Core i9-11900T
Xeon w3-2425
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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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.
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Performance Per Dollar Core i9-11900T
Performance Per Dollar Xeon w3-2425
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i9-11900T | Xeon w3-2425 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($413) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($529) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Rocket Lake (2021) / 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) / Intel 7 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i9-11900T | Xeon w3-2425 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+27%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($413) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($529) |
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 i9-11900T and Xeon w3-2425
Core i9-11900T
The Core i9-11900T is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 16 March 2021 (4 years ago). It is based on the Rocket Lake (2021) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 1.5 GHz, with boost up to 4.9 GHz. L3 cache: 16 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1200. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 18,620 points. Launch price was $299.
Xeon w3-2425
The Xeon w3-2425 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 15 February 2023 (2 years ago). It is based on the Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 3 GHz, with boost up to 4.4 GHz. L3 cache: 15 MB. L2 cache: 2 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: LGA4677. Thermal design power (TDP): 130 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-4400. Passmark benchmark score: 18,776 points. Launch price was $529.
Processing Power
The Core i9-11900T packs 8 cores / 16 threads, while the Xeon w3-2425 offers 6 cores / 12 threads — the Core i9-11900T has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.9 GHz on the Core i9-11900T versus 4.4 GHz on the Xeon w3-2425 — a 10.8% clock advantage for the Core i9-11900T (base: 1.5 GHz vs 3 GHz). The Core i9-11900T uses the Rocket Lake (2021) architecture (14 nm), while the Xeon w3-2425 uses Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) (Intel 7 nm). In PassMark, the Core i9-11900T scores 18,620 against the Xeon w3-2425's 18,776 — a 0.8% lead for the Xeon w3-2425. L3 cache: 16 MB (total) on the Core i9-11900T vs 15 MB on the Xeon w3-2425.
| Feature | Core i9-11900T | Xeon w3-2425 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 8 / 16+33% | 6 / 12 |
| Boost Clock | 4.9 GHz+11% | 4.4 GHz |
| Base Clock | 1.5 GHz | 3 GHz+100% |
| L3 Cache | 16 MB (total)+7% | 15 MB |
| L2 Cache | 256K (per core) | 2 MB (per core)+700% |
| Process | 14 nm | Intel 7 nm-50% |
| Architecture | Rocket Lake (2021) | Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) |
| PassMark | 18,620 | 18,776 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 2,100 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 9,200 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Core i9-11900T uses the LGA1200 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Xeon w3-2425 uses LGA4677 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Core i9-11900T | Xeon w3-2425 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1200 | LGA4677 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4-3200 | — |
| Max RAM Capacity | 128 GB | — |
| RAM Channels | 2 | — |
| ECC Support | ❌ | — |
| PCIe Lanes | 20 | — |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: VT-x, VT-d (Core i9-11900T) / not specified (Xeon w3-2425). The Core i9-11900T includes integrated graphics (Intel UHD Graphics 750), while the Xeon w3-2425 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i9-11900T targets Low Power High Perf Desktop.
| Feature | Core i9-11900T | Xeon w3-2425 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | — |
| IGPU Model | Intel UHD Graphics 750 | — |
| Unlocked | No | — |
| AVX-512 | Yes | — |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | — |
| Target Use | Low Power High Perf Desktop | — |
Value Analysis
The Core i9-11900T launched at $439 MSRP, while the Xeon w3-2425 debuted at $529. At current prices ($413 vs $529), the Core i9-11900T is $116 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i9-11900T delivers 45.1 pts/$ vs 35.5 pts/$ for the Xeon w3-2425 — making the Core i9-11900T the 23.8% better value option.
| Feature | Core i9-11900T | Xeon w3-2425 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $439-17% | $529 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $413-22% | $529 |
| Performance per Dollar | 45.1+27% | 35.5 |
| Release Date | 2021 | 2023 |
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