Xeon E-2276M vs Core i7-8700B
Xeon E-2276M
Core i7-8700B
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 E-2276M is positioned at rank #796 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 E-2276M
Performance Per Dollar Core i7-8700B
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon E-2276M | Core i7-8700B |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($124) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($139) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Coffee Lake-H (2018−2019) / 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Coffee Lake (2017−2019) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon E-2276M | Core i7-8700B |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+11%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($124) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($139) |
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 E-2276M and Core i7-8700B
Xeon E-2276M
The Xeon E-2276M is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 29 May 2019 (6 years ago). It is based on the Coffee Lake-H (2018−2019) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 2.8 GHz, with boost up to 4.7 GHz. L3 cache: 12 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1440. Thermal design power (TDP): 45 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 11,654 points. Launch price was $450.
Core i7-8700B
The Core i7-8700B is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 3 April 2018 (7 years ago). It is based on the Coffee Lake (2017−2019) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 3.2 GHz, with boost up to 4.6 GHz. L3 cache: 12 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1440. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2666. Passmark benchmark score: 11,795 points. Launch price was $303.
Processing Power
Both the Xeon E-2276M and Core i7-8700B share an identical 6-core/12-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 4.7 GHz on the Xeon E-2276M versus 4.6 GHz on the Core i7-8700B — a 2.2% clock advantage for the Xeon E-2276M (base: 2.8 GHz vs 3.2 GHz). The Xeon E-2276M uses the Coffee Lake-H (2018−2019) architecture (14 nm), while the Core i7-8700B uses Coffee Lake (2017−2019) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon E-2276M scores 11,654 against the Core i7-8700B's 11,795 — a 1.2% lead for the Core i7-8700B. Both processors carry 12 MB (total) of L3 cache.
| Feature | Xeon E-2276M | Core i7-8700B |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 6 / 12 | 6 / 12 |
| Boost Clock | 4.7 GHz+2% | 4.6 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.8 GHz | 3.2 GHz+14% |
| L3 Cache | 12 MB (total) | 12 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 256 kB (per core) | 256K (per core) |
| Process | 14 nm | 14 nm |
| Architecture | Coffee Lake-H (2018−2019) | Coffee Lake (2017−2019) |
| PassMark | 11,654 | 11,795+1% |
Memory & Platform
Both processors use the BGA1440 socket with PCIe 3.0.
| Feature | Xeon E-2276M | Core i7-8700B |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | BGA1440 | BGA1440 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | — | DDR4-2666 |
| Max RAM Capacity | — | 64 GB |
| RAM Channels | — | 2 |
| ECC Support | — | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | — | 16 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: not specified (Xeon E-2276M) / VT-x, VT-d (Core i7-8700B). The Core i7-8700B includes integrated graphics (UHD Graphics 630), while the Xeon E-2276M requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i7-8700B targets Mobile.
| Feature | Xeon E-2276M | Core i7-8700B |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | — | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | UHD Graphics 630 |
| Unlocked | — | No |
| AVX-512 | — | No |
| Virtualization | — | VT-x, VT-d |
| Target Use | — | Mobile |
Value Analysis
The Xeon E-2276M launched at $939 MSRP, while the Core i7-8700B debuted at $303. At current prices ($124 vs $139), the Xeon E-2276M is $15 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon E-2276M delivers 94.0 pts/$ vs 84.9 pts/$ for the Core i7-8700B — making the Xeon E-2276M the 10.2% better value option.
| Feature | Xeon E-2276M | Core i7-8700B |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $939 | $303-68% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $124-11% | $139 |
| Performance per Dollar | 94.0+11% | 84.9 |
| Release Date | 2019 | 2018 |
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