Xeon D-1531 vs Core i7-8705G

Xeon D-1531

6 Cores12 Thrd45 WWMax: 2.7 GHz2015

Core i7-8705G

4 Cores8 Thrd65 WWMax: 4.1 GHz2018

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Xeon D-1531

6 / 12

7,668

+0.5%

7,633

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 Xeon D-1531 is positioned at rank 1004 and the Core i7-8705G is on rank 900, so the Core i7-8705G 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 Xeon D-1531

Xeon Platinum 8454H

MSRP: $6540|Avg: N/A

55717%

Xeon Gold 6240R

MSRP: $2444|Avg: N/A

10520%

#10

Xeon 6337P

MSRP: $60|Avg: $5

9346%

#15

EPYC 9174F

MSRP: $194|Avg: $30

7220%

#539

Xeon Platinum 8280

MSRP: $10009|Avg: $2940

99%

#540

Xeon E7-8891 v3

MSRP: $6841|Avg: $418

85%

#541

Xeon E5-4669 v4

MSRP: $7007|Avg: $300

67%

#1004

Xeon D-1531

MSRP: $2057|Avg: $250

100%

#1005

Xeon 5130

MSRP: $316|Avg: $10

100%

#1007

Xeon E5-4640 v3

MSRP: $2859|Avg: $300

97%

#1008

Xeon E5440

MSRP: $690|Avg: $37

92%

#1009

Xeon E5-2643

MSRP: $1552|Avg: $50

90%

#1010

Xeon E5-2637

MSRP: $885|Avg: $40

90%

#1011

Xeon W3570

MSRP: $999|Avg: $15

88%

#1013

Xeon E5-4620

MSRP: $2141|Avg: $400

83%

#1014

Xeon E5-2680

MSRP: $3226|Avg: $40

77%

#1016

Xeon E5-4640

MSRP: $2725|Avg: N/A

69%

#1018

Xeon E5-4650

MSRP: $3616|Avg: $71

64%

#1019

Xeon E5-4650L

MSRP: $3616|Avg: N/A

63%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Core i7-8705G

#888

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

1538%

#889

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

1515%

#890

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

1391%

#891

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

1385%

#892

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

1372%

#894

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

1325%

#895

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

1270%

#896

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

1268%

#897

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

1234%

#900

Core i7-8705G

MSRP: $400|Avg: $400

100%

#902

Pentium Dual Core T2410

MSRP: $100|Avg: $100

99%

#903

FX-8800P

MSRP: $150|Avg: $45

99%

#904

Core i7-8809G

MSRP: $450|Avg: $450

98%

#911

Core i7-6820HK

MSRP: $378|Avg: N/A

97%

#912

Athlon II Neo K325

MSRP: $60|Avg: $25

97%

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 i7-8705G (2018) utilizes 14 nm technology and DDR4, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Xeon D-1531	Core i7-8705G
Gaming	❌ Lower gaming performance	✅ Superior gaming performance
Workstation	✅ Better multi-core power	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks
Price	✅ More affordable ($250)	⚠️ Higher cost ($400)
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Broadwell (2015−2019) / 14 nm)	✨ Modern (Kaby Lake G (2018) / 14 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Xeon D-1531 (2015) relies on 14 nm technology and DDR4, DDR3, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Xeon D-1531	Core i7-8705G
Cost Efficiency	✅ Better overall value (+61%)	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅ More affordable ($250)	⚠️ Higher cost ($400)

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.

Xeon D-1531 Benchmark Check

Core i7-8705G Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Xeon D-1531 and Core i7-8705G

Xeon D-1531

The Xeon D-1531 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 November 2015 (10 years ago). It is based on the Broadwell (2015−2019) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 2.2 GHz, with boost up to 2.7 GHz. L3 cache: 1.5 MB (per core). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1667. Thermal design power (TDP): 45 Watt. Memory support: DDR4, DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 7,668 points. Launch price was $348.

Core i7-8705G

The Core i7-8705G is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 February 2018 (7 years ago). It is based on the Kaby Lake G (2018) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.1 GHz, with boost up to 4.1 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA2270. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 7,633 points. Launch price was $149.

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Processing Power

The Xeon D-1531 packs 6 cores / 12 threads, while the Core i7-8705G offers 4 cores / 8 threads — the Xeon D-1531 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 2.7 GHz on the Xeon D-1531 versus 4.1 GHz on the Core i7-8705G — a 41.2% clock advantage for the Core i7-8705G (base: 2.2 GHz vs 3.1 GHz). The Xeon D-1531 uses the Broadwell (2015−2019) architecture (14 nm), while the Core i7-8705G uses Kaby Lake G (2018) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon D-1531 scores 7,668 against the Core i7-8705G's 7,633 — a 0.5% lead for the Xeon D-1531. L3 cache: 1.5 MB (per core) on the Xeon D-1531 vs 8 MB (total) on the Core i7-8705G.

Feature	Xeon D-1531	Core i7-8705G
Cores / Threads	6 / 12+50%	4 / 8
Boost Clock	2.7 GHz	4.1 GHz+52%
Base Clock	2.2 GHz	3.1 GHz+41%
L3 Cache	1.5 MB (per core)	8 MB (total)+433%
L2 Cache	256K (per core)	256K (per core)
Process	14 nm	14 nm
Architecture	Broadwell (2015−2019)	Kaby Lake G (2018)
PassMark	7,668	7,633

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Memory & Platform

The Xeon D-1531 uses the FCBGA1667 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i7-8705G uses FCBGA2270 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.

Feature	Xeon D-1531	Core i7-8705G
Socket	FCBGA1667	FCBGA2270
PCIe Generation	PCIe 3.0	PCIe 3.0

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Value Analysis

The Xeon D-1531 launched at $2057 MSRP, while the Core i7-8705G debuted at $400. At current prices ($250 vs $400), the Xeon D-1531 is $150 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon D-1531 delivers 30.7 pts/$ vs 19.1 pts/$ for the Core i7-8705G — making the Xeon D-1531 the 46.6% better value option.