Core Ultra 7 164U vs Xeon W-2133

Core Ultra 7 164U

12 Cores14 Thrd0 WWMax: 4.8 GHz2023

Xeon W-2133

6 Cores12 Thrd140 WWMax: 3.9 GHz2017

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Core Ultra 7 164U

12 / 14

12,625

+0.1%

12,615

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 Ultra 7 164U is positioned at rank 675 and the Xeon W-2133 is on rank 618, so the Xeon W-2133 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 Ultra 7 164U

#663

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

930%

#664

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

916%

#665

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

841%

#666

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

837%

#667

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

829%

#669

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

801%

#670

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

768%

#671

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

767%

#672

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

746%

#675

Core Ultra 7 164U

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#681

Core i3-N305

MSRP: $309|Avg: $309

98%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Xeon W-2133

Xeon Platinum 8454H

MSRP: $6540|Avg: N/A

10162%

Xeon Gold 6240R

MSRP: $2444|Avg: N/A

1919%

#10

Xeon 6337P

MSRP: $60|Avg: $5

1705%

#15

EPYC 9174F

MSRP: $194|Avg: $30

1317%

#369

Xeon Gold 6542Y

MSRP: $2878|Avg: N/A

98%

#370

EPYC 7502

MSRP: $2600|Avg: $1299

98%

#371

Xeon 6730P

MSRP: $3726|Avg: $3726

97%

#372

Xeon Gold 6330

MSRP: $2128|Avg: $2128

97%

#373

Xeon Gold 6548Y+

MSRP: $3726|Avg: $3726

96%

#374

Xeon Gold 6448H

MSRP: $3658|Avg: N/A

96%

#375

Xeon D-2766NT

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $212

96%

#376

Xeon Gold 6442Y

MSRP: $2878|Avg: N/A

95%

#377

Xeon 6740P

MSRP: $4650|Avg: $4650

95%

#378

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9985WX

MSRP: $7999|Avg: $7999

94%

#618

Xeon W-2133

MSRP: $617|Avg: $617

100%

#622

Xeon E5607

MSRP: $135|Avg: $27

97%

#626

Xeon Silver 4209T

MSRP: $563|Avg: $649

96%

#627

Xeon E3-1240

MSRP: $273|Avg: $39

96%

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 Ultra 7 164U (2023) utilizes 7 nm technology and DDR5, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Core Ultra 7 164U	Xeon W-2133
Gaming	✅ Superior gaming performance	❌ Lower gaming performance
Workstation	✅ Better multi-core power	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks
Price	✅ More affordable ($0)	⚠️ Higher cost ($617)
Longevity	✨ Modern (Meteor Lake-U (2023) / 7 nm)	✨ Modern (Skylake (server) (2017−2018) / 14 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Xeon W-2133 (2017) relies on 14 nm technology and DDR4-1600, DDR4-1866, DDR4-2133, DDR4-2400, DDR4-2666, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Core Ultra 7 164U	Xeon W-2133
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅ More affordable ($0)	⚠️ Higher cost ($617)

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 Ultra 7 164U Benchmark Check

Xeon W-2133 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core Ultra 7 164U and Xeon W-2133

Core Ultra 7 164U

The Core Ultra 7 164U is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 14 December 2023 (1 year ago). It is based on the Meteor Lake-U (2023) architecture. It features 12 cores and 14 threads. Base frequency is 1.1 GHz, with boost up to 4.8 GHz. L3 cache: 12 MB (total). L2 cache: 2 MB (per core). Built on 7 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA2551. Thermal design power (TDP): + 12 MB. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 12,625 points. Launch price was $448.

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.

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Processing Power

The Core Ultra 7 164U packs 12 cores / 14 threads, while the Xeon W-2133 offers 6 cores / 12 threads — the Core Ultra 7 164U has 6 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.8 GHz on the Core Ultra 7 164U versus 3.9 GHz on the Xeon W-2133 — a 20.7% clock advantage for the Core Ultra 7 164U (base: 1.1 GHz vs 3.6 GHz). The Core Ultra 7 164U uses the Meteor Lake-U (2023) architecture (7 nm), while the Xeon W-2133 uses Skylake (server) (2017−2018) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Core Ultra 7 164U scores 12,625 against the Xeon W-2133's 12,615 — a 0.1% lead for the Core Ultra 7 164U. Cinebench R23 multi-core: 8,766 vs 6,000 (37.5% advantage for the Core Ultra 7 164U). Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 2,131 vs 1,292, a 49% lead for the Core Ultra 7 164U that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 8,973 vs 6,647 (29.8% advantage for the Core Ultra 7 164U). L3 cache: 12 MB (total) on the Core Ultra 7 164U vs 8.25 MB (total) on the Xeon W-2133.

Feature	Core Ultra 7 164U	Xeon W-2133
Cores / Threads	12 / 14+100%	6 / 12
Boost Clock	4.8 GHz+23%	3.9 GHz
Base Clock	1.1 GHz	3.6 GHz+227%
L3 Cache	12 MB (total)+45%	8.25 MB (total)
L2 Cache	2 MB (per core)+100%	1 MB (per core)
Process	7 nm-50%	14 nm
Architecture	Meteor Lake-U (2023)	Skylake (server) (2017−2018)
PassMark	12,625	12,615
Cinebench R23 Multi	8,766+46%	6,000
Geekbench 6 Single	2,131+65%	1,292
Geekbench 6 Multi	8,973+35%	6,647

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Memory & Platform

The Core Ultra 7 164U uses the FCBGA2551 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the Xeon W-2133 uses LGA2066 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches LPDDR5x-6400 on the Core Ultra 7 164U versus DDR4-2666 on the Xeon W-2133 — the Core Ultra 7 164U supports 22.2% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Xeon W-2133 supports up to 512 GB of RAM compared to 64 GB — 155.6% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 2 (Core Ultra 7 164U) vs 4 (Xeon W-2133). PCIe lanes: 12 (Core Ultra 7 164U) vs 48 (Xeon W-2133) — the Xeon W-2133 offers 36 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: Meteor Lake-U (Core Ultra 7 164U) and C422 (Xeon W-2133).

Feature	Core Ultra 7 164U	Xeon W-2133
Socket	FCBGA2551	LGA2066
PCIe Generation	PCIe 5.0+67%	PCIe 3.0
Max RAM Speed	LPDDR5x-6400+25%	DDR4-2666
Max RAM Capacity	64 GB	512 GB+700%
RAM Channels	2	4+100%
ECC Support	❌	✅
PCIe Lanes	12	48+300%

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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 Ultra 7 164U includes integrated graphics (Intel Arc), while the Xeon W-2133 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core Ultra 7 164U targets Enthusiast, Xeon W-2133 targets Workstation. Direct competitor: Core Ultra 7 164U rivals Ryzen 7 7840U; Xeon W-2133 rivals Ryzen Threadripper 1900X.