Xeon 6325P vs Core i7-1260P
Xeon 6325P
Core i7-1260P
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 Xeon 6325P
Performance Per Dollar Core i7-1260P
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon 6325P | Core i7-1260P |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($281) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($432) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Raptor Lake-R (2023−2025) / Intel 7 nm) | ✨ Modern (Alder Lake-P (2022) / Intel 7 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon 6325P | Core i7-1260P |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+51%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($281) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($432) |
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 Xeon 6325P and Core i7-1260P
Xeon 6325P
The Xeon 6325P is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 24 February 2025 (less than a year ago). It is based on the Raptor Lake-R (2023−2025) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.5 GHz, with boost up to 4.8 GHz. L3 cache: 12 MB (total). L2 cache: 1.25 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1700. Thermal design power (TDP): 55 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-4800. Passmark benchmark score: 16,346 points. Launch price was $281.
Core i7-1260P
The Core i7-1260P is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 23 February 2022 (3 years ago). It is based on the Alder Lake-P (2022) architecture. It features 12 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 2.1 GHz, with boost up to 4.7 GHz. L3 cache: 18 MB (total). L2 cache: 1.25 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1744. Thermal design power (TDP): 28 Watt. Memory support: DDR4, DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 16,592 points. Launch price was $299.
Processing Power
The Xeon 6325P packs 4 cores / 8 threads, while the Core i7-1260P offers 12 cores / 16 threads — the Core i7-1260P has 8 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.8 GHz on the Xeon 6325P versus 4.7 GHz on the Core i7-1260P — a 2.1% clock advantage for the Xeon 6325P (base: 3.5 GHz vs 2.1 GHz). The Xeon 6325P uses the Raptor Lake-R (2023−2025) architecture (Intel 7 nm), while the Core i7-1260P uses Alder Lake-P (2022) (Intel 7 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon 6325P scores 16,346 against the Core i7-1260P's 16,592 — a 1.5% lead for the Core i7-1260P. L3 cache: 12 MB (total) on the Xeon 6325P vs 18 MB (total) on the Core i7-1260P.
| Feature | Xeon 6325P | Core i7-1260P |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 8 | 12 / 16+200% |
| Boost Clock | 4.8 GHz+2% | 4.7 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.5 GHz+67% | 2.1 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 12 MB (total) | 18 MB (total)+50% |
| L2 Cache | 1.25 MB (per core) | 1.25 MB (per core) |
| Process | Intel 7 nm | Intel 7 nm |
| Architecture | Raptor Lake-R (2023−2025) | Alder Lake-P (2022) |
| PassMark | 16,346 | 16,592+2% |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 2,424 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 9,532 |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon 6325P uses the LGA1700 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Core i7-1260P uses FCBGA1744 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Xeon 6325P | Core i7-1260P |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1700 | FCBGA1744 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 5.0+25% |
| Max RAM Speed | — | DDR5-4800 |
| Max RAM Capacity | — | 64 GB |
| RAM Channels | — | 2 |
| ECC Support | — | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | — | 20 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: not specified (Xeon 6325P) / VT-x, VT-d (Core i7-1260P). The Core i7-1260P includes integrated graphics (Intel Iris Xe Graphics 96EU), while the Xeon 6325P requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i7-1260P targets High Performance Laptop.
| Feature | Xeon 6325P | Core i7-1260P |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | — | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | Intel Iris Xe Graphics 96EU |
| Unlocked | — | No |
| AVX-512 | — | No |
| Virtualization | — | VT-x, VT-d |
| Target Use | — | High Performance Laptop |
Value Analysis
The Xeon 6325P launched at $281 MSRP, while the Core i7-1260P debuted at $432. At current prices ($281 vs $432), the Xeon 6325P is $151 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon 6325P delivers 58.2 pts/$ vs 38.4 pts/$ for the Core i7-1260P — making the Xeon 6325P the 40.9% better value option.
| Feature | Xeon 6325P | Core i7-1260P |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $281-35% | $432 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $281-35% | $432 |
| Performance per Dollar | 58.2+52% | 38.4 |
| Release Date | 2025 | 2022 |
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