Core Ultra 9 275HX vs Xeon w7-2495X

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Core Ultra 9 275HX vs Xeon w7-2495X FPS Benchmarks

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Core Ultra 9 275HX vs Xeon w7-2495X: Pros, Cons & Final Verdict

See where each CPU makes more sense in practice: gaming, heavier work, platform cost, power draw, and upgrade path.

Core Ultra 9 275HX

2025

Why buy it

✅+18.4% higher Geekbench single-core performance for gaming and desktop responsiveness.
✅Draws 55W instead of 225W, a 170W reduction.
✅Integrated graphics onboard with Intel Arc Graphics, while Xeon w7-2495X needs a discrete GPU.

Trade-offs

❌Smaller total L3 cache (36 MB vs 45 MB).
❌Less compelling for workstation-style loads than Xeon w7-2495X, which brings 24 cores / 48 threads and 64 PCIe lanes.
❌No AVX-512 support for niche heavy compute workloads where it can matter.

Xeon w7-2495X

2023

Why buy it

✅+25% larger total L3 cache (45 MB vs 36 MB).
✅Better for workstations and heavier parallel workloads: 24 cores / 48 threads, plus 64 PCIe lanes vs 24.
✅166.7% more PCIe lanes (64 vs 24) for storage and expansion-heavy builds.

Trade-offs

❌Lower Geekbench single-core performance for gaming (2,394 vs 2,835).
❌Lower Geekbench multi-core (16,891 vs 17,908).
❌Launch MSRP is still $2,189 MSRP, while Core Ultra 9 275HX mostly shows up through inconsistent older-market listings.
❌309.1% higher power demand at 225W vs 55W.
❌No integrated graphics, while Core Ultra 9 275HX can still boot and troubleshoot without a discrete GPU.

Quick Answers

So, is Core Ultra 9 275HX better than Xeon w7-2495X?

Not really, because they are built for different jobs. Xeon w7-2495X makes more sense for workstation-style multi-core throughput, while Core Ultra 9 275HX is the more practical desktop choice for gaming, platform cost, and everyday use.

Which one is better for gaming?

If gaming is the priority, Core Ultra 9 275HX is the better pick. According to our tests, it delivers 2.9% more average FPS across 50 shared CPU game tests.

Which one is better for streaming, content creation, and heavy multitasking?

For streaming, content creation, and heavier multitasking, Core Ultra 9 275HX is the stronger fit. You are getting 6% better Geekbench multi-core, backed by 24 cores and 24 threads.

Which one is the smarter buy today, not just the cheaper CPU?

Core Ultra 9 275HX is still the faster CPU overall, but Xeon w7-2495X is easier to justify if budget matters more than peak performance. Core Ultra 9 275HX comes in at an unclear MSRP at unclear MSRP versus $2,189 MSRP, and it still gives you a 2.9% average FPS lead across 50 shared CPU game tests in our data. Xeon w7-2495X is also 100.0% better value on MSRP (26.1 vs 0.0 PassMark/$), which is why it can still make sense for tighter-budget builds on paper.

Which one is more future-proof for 2026 and beyond?

Core Ultra 9 275HX makes more sense long term for 2026 and beyond. You are getting a newer CPU generation (2025 vs 2023) and more multi-core headroom with 24 cores / 24 threads instead of 24/48. That gives you a healthier platform runway for motherboard, RAM, and later CPU upgrades.

Core Ultra 9 275HX vs Xeon w7-2495X Technical Specifications

Side-by-side specs, architecture details, clocks, memory, power, and platform differences.

Core Ultra 9 275HX

The Core Ultra 9 275HX is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2025-01-01. It is based on the Arrow Lake-HX (2025) architecture. It features 24 cores and 24 threads. Base frequency is 2.7 GHz, with boost up to 5.4 GHz. L3 cache: 36 MB (total). L2 cache: 3 MB (per core). Built on 3 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA2114. Thermal design power (TDP): 55 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-6400. Passmark benchmark score: 56,018 points. Launch price was $600.

Xeon w7-2495X

The Xeon w7-2495X 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 24 cores and 48 threads. Base frequency is 2.5 GHz, with boost up to 4.8 GHz. L3 cache: 45 MB. L2 cache: 2 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: LGA4677. Thermal design power (TDP): 225 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-4800. Passmark benchmark score: 57,133 points. Launch price was $2,189.

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Processing Power

The Core Ultra 9 275HX packs 24 cores / 24 threads, matching the Xeon w7-2495X's 24 cores. Boost clocks reach 5.4 GHz on the Core Ultra 9 275HX versus 4.8 GHz on the Xeon w7-2495X — a 11.8% clock advantage for the Core Ultra 9 275HX (base: 2.7 GHz vs 2.5 GHz). The Core Ultra 9 275HX uses the Arrow Lake-HX (2025) architecture (3 nm), while the Xeon w7-2495X uses Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) (Intel 7 nm). In PassMark, the Core Ultra 9 275HX scores 56,018 against the Xeon w7-2495X's 57,133 — a 2% lead for the Xeon w7-2495X. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 2,835 vs 2,394, a 16.9% lead for the Core Ultra 9 275HX that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 17,908 vs 16,891 (5.8% advantage for the Core Ultra 9 275HX). L3 cache: 36 MB (total) on the Core Ultra 9 275HX vs 45 MB on the Xeon w7-2495X.

Feature	Core Ultra 9 275HX	Xeon w7-2495X
Cores / Threads	24 / 24	24 / 48
Boost Clock	5.4 GHz+13%	4.8 GHz
Base Clock	2.7 GHz+8%	2.5 GHz
L3 Cache	36 MB (total)	45 MB+25%
L2 Cache	3 MB (per core)+50%	2 MB (per core)
Process	3 nm-57%	Intel 7 nm
Architecture	Arrow Lake-HX (2025)	Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024)
PassMark	56,018	57,133+2%
Cinebench R23 Multi	—	35,362
Geekbench 6 Single	2,835+18%	2,394
Geekbench 6 Multi	17,908+6%	16,891

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Memory & Platform

The Core Ultra 9 275HX uses the FCBGA2114 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the Xeon w7-2495X uses LGA4677 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR5-6400 on the Core Ultra 9 275HX versus DDR5-4800 on the Xeon w7-2495X — the Core Ultra 9 275HX supports 33.3% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Xeon w7-2495X supports up to 2048 GB of RAM compared to 256 GB — 700% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 2 (Core Ultra 9 275HX) vs 4 (Xeon w7-2495X). PCIe lanes: 24 (Core Ultra 9 275HX) vs 64 (Xeon w7-2495X) — the Xeon w7-2495X offers 40 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: HM870,WM880 (Core Ultra 9 275HX) and W790 (Xeon w7-2495X).

Feature	Core Ultra 9 275HX	Xeon w7-2495X
Socket	FCBGA2114	LGA4677
PCIe Generation	PCIe 5.0	PCIe 5.0
Max RAM Speed	DDR5-6400+33%	DDR5-4800
Max RAM Capacity	256 GB	2048 GB+700%
RAM Channels	2	4+100%
ECC Support	No	Yes
PCIe Lanes	24	64+167%

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Advanced Features

Both processors feature an unlocked multiplier for overclocking. Only the Xeon w7-2495X supports AVX-512 instructions — important for machine learning and scientific applications. Both support VT-x, VT-d virtualization. The Core Ultra 9 275HX includes integrated graphics (Intel Arc Graphics), while the Xeon w7-2495X requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core Ultra 9 275HX targets High-End Gaming Laptop, Xeon w7-2495X targets Workstation. Direct competitor: Core Ultra 9 275HX rivals Ryzen 9 9955HX; Xeon w7-2495X rivals Threadripper PRO 7965WX.

Feature	Core Ultra 9 275HX	Xeon w7-2495X
Integrated GPU	Yes	No
IGPU Model	Intel Arc Graphics	—
Unlocked	Yes	Yes
AVX-512	No	Yes
Virtualization	VT-x, VT-d	VT-x, VT-d
Target Use	High-End Gaming Laptop	Workstation