CPU
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Xeon D-1718T
Core i7-8750H
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. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money. The Xeon D-1718T is positioned at rank 451 and the Core i7-8750H is on rank 304, so the Core i7-8750H offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Xeon D-1718T
Performance Per Dollar Core i7-8750H
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon D-1718T | Core i7-8750H |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($302) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Legacy / 10 nm) | ✨ Modern (Coffee Lake-H (2018−2019) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon D-1718T | Core i7-8750H |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($302) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
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-1718T and Core i7-8750H
Xeon D-1718T
The Xeon D-1718T is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2015-01-01. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 2.6 GHz, with boost up to 3.5 GHz. L3 cache: 10 MB. Built on 10 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA2227. Thermal design power (TDP): 46 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 9,674 points. Launch price was $800.
Core i7-8750H
The Core i7-8750H is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2 April 2018 (7 years ago). It is based on the Coffee Lake-H (2018−2019) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 2.2 GHz, with boost up to 4.1 GHz. L3 cache: 9 MB. L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1440. Thermal design power (TDP): 45 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 9,769 points. Launch price was $395.
Processing Power
The Xeon D-1718T packs 4 cores / 8 threads, while the Core i7-8750H offers 6 cores / 12 threads — the Core i7-8750H has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.5 GHz on the Xeon D-1718T versus 4.1 GHz on the Core i7-8750H — a 15.8% clock advantage for the Core i7-8750H (base: 2.6 GHz vs 2.2 GHz). The Core i7-8750H is built on the Coffee Lake-H (2018−2019) architecture. In PassMark, the Xeon D-1718T scores 9,674 against the Core i7-8750H's 9,769 — a 1% lead for the Core i7-8750H. L3 cache: 10 MB on the Xeon D-1718T vs 9 MB on the Core i7-8750H.
| Feature | Xeon D-1718T | Core i7-8750H |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 8 | 6 / 12+50% |
| Boost Clock | 3.5 GHz | 4.1 GHz+17% |
| Base Clock | 2.6 GHz+18% | 2.2 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 10 MB+11% | 9 MB |
| L2 Cache | — | 256K (per core) |
| Process | 10 nm-29% | 14 nm |
| Architecture | — | Coffee Lake-H (2018−2019) |
| PassMark | 9,674 | 9,769 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 900 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 3,500 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon D-1718T uses the FCBGA2227 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Core i7-8750H uses BGA1440 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR4-2933 memory speed. The Xeon D-1718T supports up to 256 GB of RAM compared to 64 GB — 120% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. Both provide 16 PCIe lanes.
| Feature | Xeon D-1718T | Core i7-8750H |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FCBGA2227 | BGA1440 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0+33% | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4-2933 | DDR4-2666 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 256 GB+300% | 64 GB |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | 16 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Only the Xeon D-1718T supports AVX-512 instructions — important for machine learning and scientific applications. Both support VT-x, VT-d virtualization. The Core i7-8750H includes integrated graphics (UHD Graphics 630), while the Xeon D-1718T requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Xeon D-1718T targets Server/Edge, Core i7-8750H targets Mobile.
| Feature | Xeon D-1718T | Core i7-8750H |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | None | UHD Graphics 630 |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | Yes | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | VT-x, VT-d |
| Target Use | Server/Edge | Mobile |
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