Core Ultra 9 285 vs Xeon E7-8895 v2
Core Ultra 9 285
Xeon E7-8895 v2
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Core Ultra 9 285
Performance Per Dollar Xeon E7-8895 v2
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core Ultra 9 285 | Xeon E7-8895 v2 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($550) | ✅ More affordable ($65) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Arrow Lake-S (2024−2025) / 3 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Legacy / 22 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core Ultra 9 285 | Xeon E7-8895 v2 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+742%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($550) | ✅ More affordable ($65) |
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 Ultra 9 285 and Xeon E7-8895 v2
Core Ultra 9 285
The Core Ultra 9 285 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in Janeiro 2025 (recentemente). It is based on the Arrow Lake-S (2024−2025) architecture. It features 24 cores and 24 threads. Base frequency is 2.5 GHz, with boost up to 5.5 GHz. L3 cache: 36 MB (total). L2 cache: 3 MB (per core). Built on 3 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1851. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-6400. Passmark benchmark score: 57,442 points. Launch price was $579.
Xeon E7-8895 v2
The Xeon E7-8895 v2 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2014-02-01. It features 15 cores and 30 threads. Base frequency is 2.8 GHz, with boost up to 3.6 GHz. L3 cache: 37.5 MB. Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: FCLGA2011. Thermal design power (TDP): 155 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-1066, DDR3-1333, DDR3-1600. Passmark benchmark score: 57,165 points. Launch price was $6,841.
Processing Power
The Core Ultra 9 285 packs 24 cores / 24 threads, while the Xeon E7-8895 v2 offers 15 cores / 30 threads — the Core Ultra 9 285 has 9 more cores. Boost clocks reach 5.5 GHz on the Core Ultra 9 285 versus 3.6 GHz on the Xeon E7-8895 v2 — a 41.8% clock advantage for the Core Ultra 9 285 (base: 2.5 GHz vs 2.8 GHz). The Core Ultra 9 285 is built on the Arrow Lake-S (2024−2025) architecture. In PassMark, the Core Ultra 9 285 scores 57,442 against the Xeon E7-8895 v2's 57,165 — a 0.5% lead for the Core Ultra 9 285. L3 cache: 36 MB (total) on the Core Ultra 9 285 vs 37.5 MB on the Xeon E7-8895 v2.
| Feature | Core Ultra 9 285 | Xeon E7-8895 v2 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 24 / 24+60% | 15 / 30 |
| Boost Clock | 5.5 GHz+53% | 3.6 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.5 GHz | 2.8 GHz+12% |
| L3 Cache | 36 MB (total) | 37.5 MB+4% |
| L2 Cache | 3 MB (per core) | — |
| Process | 3 nm-86% | 22 nm |
| Architecture | Arrow Lake-S (2024−2025) | — |
| PassMark | 57,442 | 57,165 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | 40,000 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 3,000 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 20,000 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Core Ultra 9 285 uses the LGA1851 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the Xeon E7-8895 v2 uses FCLGA2011 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR5-6400 on the Core Ultra 9 285 versus 1600 on the Xeon E7-8895 v2 — the Xeon E7-8895 v2 supports 198.8% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Xeon E7-8895 v2 supports up to 1536 of RAM compared to 192 GB — 155.6% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 2 (Core Ultra 9 285) vs 4 (Xeon E7-8895 v2). PCIe lanes: 24 (Core Ultra 9 285) vs 40 (Xeon E7-8895 v2) — the Xeon E7-8895 v2 offers 16 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: Intel 800 Series (Core Ultra 9 285) and C602-J (Xeon E7-8895 v2).
| Feature | Core Ultra 9 285 | Xeon E7-8895 v2 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1851 | FCLGA2011 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 5.0+67% | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR5-6400 | 1600+31900% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 192 GB+13107100% | 1536 |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 4+100% |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 24 | 40+67% |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: Yes (Core Ultra 9 285) vs VT-x, VT-d (Xeon E7-8895 v2). The Core Ultra 9 285 includes integrated graphics (Arc Graphics), while the Xeon E7-8895 v2 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core Ultra 9 285 targets High-End Gaming. Direct competitor: Xeon E7-8895 v2 rivals AMD Opteron 6386 SE.
| Feature | Core Ultra 9 285 | Xeon E7-8895 v2 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | No |
| IGPU Model | Arc Graphics | None |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | Yes | VT-x, VT-d |
| Target Use | High-End Gaming | — |
Value Analysis
The Core Ultra 9 285 launched at $589 MSRP, while the Xeon E7-8895 v2 debuted at $6841. At current prices ($550 vs $65), the Xeon E7-8895 v2 is $485 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core Ultra 9 285 delivers 104.4 pts/$ vs 879.5 pts/$ for the Xeon E7-8895 v2 — making the Xeon E7-8895 v2 the 157.5% better value option.
| Feature | Core Ultra 9 285 | Xeon E7-8895 v2 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $589-91% | $6841 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $550 | $65-88% |
| Performance per Dollar | 104.4 | 879.5+742% |
| Release Date | 2025 | 2014 |
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