CPU
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Xeon D-1577
Core i5-10600T
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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. The Xeon D-1577 is positioned at rank #298 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Xeon D-1577
Performance Per Dollar Core i5-10600T
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon D-1577 | Core i5-10600T |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($110) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Broadwell (2015−2019) / 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Legacy / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon D-1577 | Core i5-10600T |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($110) |
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 D-1577 and Core i5-10600T
Xeon D-1577
The Xeon D-1577 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 24 February 2016 (9 years ago). It is based on the Broadwell (2015−2019) architecture. It features 16 cores and 32 threads. Base frequency is 1.3 GHz, with boost up to 2.1 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: 11,645 points. Launch price was $1,176.
Core i5-10600T
The Core i5-10600T is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 April 2020 (5 years ago). It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 2.4 GHz, with boost up to 4 GHz. L3 cache: 12 MB Intel® Smart Cache. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1200. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2666. Passmark benchmark score: 11,505 points. Launch price was $149.
Processing Power
The Xeon D-1577 packs 16 cores / 32 threads, while the Core i5-10600T offers 6 cores / 12 threads — the Xeon D-1577 has 10 more cores. Boost clocks reach 2.1 GHz on the Xeon D-1577 versus 4 GHz on the Core i5-10600T — a 62.3% clock advantage for the Core i5-10600T (base: 1.3 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The Xeon D-1577 is built on the Broadwell (2015−2019) architecture. In PassMark, the Xeon D-1577 scores 11,645 against the Core i5-10600T's 11,505 — a 1.2% lead for the Xeon D-1577. L3 cache: 1.5 MB (per core) on the Xeon D-1577 vs 12 MB Intel® Smart Cache on the Core i5-10600T.
| Feature | Xeon D-1577 | Core i5-10600T |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 16 / 32+167% | 6 / 12 |
| Boost Clock | 2.1 GHz | 4 GHz+90% |
| Base Clock | 1.3 GHz | 2.4 GHz+85% |
| L3 Cache | 1.5 MB (per core) | 12 MB Intel® Smart Cache+700% |
| L2 Cache | 256K (per core) | — |
| Process | 14 nm | 14 nm |
| Architecture | Broadwell (2015−2019) | — |
| PassMark | 11,645+1% | 11,505 |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon D-1577 uses the FCBGA1667 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i5-10600T uses LGA1200 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Xeon D-1577 | Core i5-10600T |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FCBGA1667 | LGA1200 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
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