Xeon E-2478 vs Core i7-13700K
Xeon E-2478
Core i7-13700K
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Xeon E-2478
Performance Per Dollar Core i7-13700K
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon E-2478 | Core i7-13700K |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($269) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($400) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Raptor Lake-S (2023−2024) / Intel 7 nm) | ✨ Modern (Raptor Lake, Raptor Cove, Gracemont (2022) / Intel 7 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon E-2478 | Core i7-13700K |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+11%) |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($269) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($400) |
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-2478 and Core i7-13700K
Xeon E-2478
The Xeon E-2478 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 14 December 2023 (1 year ago). It is based on the Raptor Lake-S (2023−2024) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 2.8 GHz, with boost up to 5.2 GHz. L3 cache: 24 MB (total). L2 cache: 2 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1700. Thermal design power (TDP): 80 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-4800. Passmark benchmark score: 27,776 points. Launch price was $568.
Core i7-13700K
The Core i7-13700K is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 27 September 2022 (3 years ago). It is based on the Raptor Lake, Raptor Cove, Gracemont (2022) architecture. It features 16 cores and 24 threads. Base frequency is 3.4 GHz, with boost up to 5.4 GHz. L3 cache: 30 MB (total). L2 cache: 2 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1700. Thermal design power (TDP): 125 Watt. Memory support: DDR4, DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 45,784 points. Launch price was $409.
Processing Power
The Xeon E-2478 packs 8 cores / 16 threads, while the Core i7-13700K offers 16 cores / 24 threads — the Core i7-13700K has 8 more cores. Boost clocks reach 5.2 GHz on the Xeon E-2478 versus 5.4 GHz on the Core i7-13700K — a 3.8% clock advantage for the Core i7-13700K (base: 2.8 GHz vs 3.4 GHz). The Xeon E-2478 uses the Raptor Lake-S (2023−2024) architecture (Intel 7 nm), while the Core i7-13700K uses Raptor Lake, Raptor Cove, Gracemont (2022) (Intel 7 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon E-2478 scores 27,776 against the Core i7-13700K's 45,784 — a 49% lead for the Core i7-13700K. L3 cache: 24 MB (total) on the Xeon E-2478 vs 30 MB (total) on the Core i7-13700K.
| Feature | Xeon E-2478 | Core i7-13700K |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 8 / 16 | 16 / 24+100% |
| Boost Clock | 5.2 GHz | 5.4 GHz+4% |
| Base Clock | 2.8 GHz | 3.4 GHz+21% |
| L3 Cache | 24 MB (total) | 30 MB (total)+25% |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB (per core) | 2 MB (per core) |
| Process | Intel 7 nm | Intel 7 nm |
| Architecture | Raptor Lake-S (2023−2024) | Raptor Lake, Raptor Cove, Gracemont (2022) |
| PassMark | 27,776 | 45,784+65% |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 31,000 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 2,846 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 18,980 |
Memory & Platform
Both processors use the LGA1700 socket with PCIe 5.0. Both support up to DDR5-4800 memory speed. The Core i7-13700K supports up to 192 GB of RAM compared to 128 GB — 40% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. Both provide 20 PCIe lanes.
| Feature | Xeon E-2478 | Core i7-13700K |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1700 | LGA1700 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 5.0 | PCIe 5.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR5-4800 | DDR5-5600 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 128 GB | 192 GB+50% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 20 | 20 |
Advanced Features
Only the Core i7-13700K has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d (Xeon E-2478) vs true (Core i7-13700K). The Core i7-13700K includes integrated graphics (Intel UHD Graphics 770), while the Xeon E-2478 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Xeon E-2478 targets Server. Direct competitor: Core i7-13700K rivals Ryzen 9 7900X.
| Feature | Xeon E-2478 | Core i7-13700K |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | Intel UHD Graphics 770 |
| Unlocked | No | Yes |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | true |
| Target Use | Server | — |
Value Analysis
The Xeon E-2478 launched at $568 MSRP, while the Core i7-13700K debuted at $409. At current prices ($269 vs $400), the Xeon E-2478 is $131 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon E-2478 delivers 103.3 pts/$ vs 114.5 pts/$ for the Core i7-13700K — making the Core i7-13700K the 10.3% better value option.
| Feature | Xeon E-2478 | Core i7-13700K |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $568 | $409-28% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $269-33% | $400 |
| Performance per Dollar | 103.3 | 114.5+11% |
| Release Date | 2023 | 2022 |
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