Xeon E7-4880 v2 vs Xeon w7-3445
Xeon E7-4880 v2
Xeon w7-3445
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Xeon E7-4880 v2
Performance Per Dollar Xeon w7-3445
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon E7-4880 v2 | Xeon w7-3445 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($185) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($2,596) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Legacy / 22 nm) | ✨ Modern (Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) / Intel 7 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon E7-4880 v2 | Xeon w7-3445 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+1287%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($185) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($2,596) |
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 E7-4880 v2 and Xeon w7-3445
Xeon E7-4880 v2
The Xeon E7-4880 v2 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2015-01-01. It features 15 cores and 30 threads. Base frequency is 2.5 GHz, with boost up to 3.1 GHz. L3 cache: 37.5 MB. Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA2011. Thermal design power (TDP): 130 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-1066, DDR3-1333, DDR3-1600. Passmark benchmark score: 48,435 points. Launch price was $800.
Xeon w7-3445
The Xeon w7-3445 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 15 February 2023 (2 years ago). It is based on the Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) architecture. It features 20 cores and 40 threads. Base frequency is 2.6 GHz, with boost up to 4.8 GHz. L3 cache: 52.5 MB. L2 cache: 2 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: LGA4677. Thermal design power (TDP): 270 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-4800. Passmark benchmark score: 48,991 points. Launch price was $1,989.
Processing Power
The Xeon E7-4880 v2 packs 15 cores / 30 threads, while the Xeon w7-3445 offers 20 cores / 40 threads — the Xeon w7-3445 has 5 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.1 GHz on the Xeon E7-4880 v2 versus 4.8 GHz on the Xeon w7-3445 — a 43% clock advantage for the Xeon w7-3445 (base: 2.5 GHz vs 2.6 GHz). The Xeon w7-3445 is built on the Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) architecture. In PassMark, the Xeon E7-4880 v2 scores 48,435 against the Xeon w7-3445's 48,991 — a 1.1% lead for the Xeon w7-3445. L3 cache: 37.5 MB on the Xeon E7-4880 v2 vs 52.5 MB on the Xeon w7-3445.
| Feature | Xeon E7-4880 v2 | Xeon w7-3445 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 15 / 30 | 20 / 40+33% |
| Boost Clock | 3.1 GHz | 4.8 GHz+55% |
| Base Clock | 2.5 GHz | 2.6 GHz+4% |
| L3 Cache | 37.5 MB | 52.5 MB+40% |
| L2 Cache | — | 2 MB (per core) |
| Process | 22 nm | Intel 7 nm-68% |
| Architecture | — | Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) |
| PassMark | 48,435 | 48,991+1% |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon E7-4880 v2 uses the LGA2011 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Xeon w7-3445 uses LGA4677 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 1600 on the Xeon E7-4880 v2 versus 4800 on the Xeon w7-3445 — the Xeon w7-3445 supports 100% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Xeon w7-3445 supports up to 4096 of RAM compared to 1536 — 90.9% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 4 (Xeon E7-4880 v2) vs 8 (Xeon w7-3445). PCIe lanes: 40 (Xeon E7-4880 v2) vs 112 (Xeon w7-3445) — the Xeon w7-3445 offers 72 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: C602-J (Xeon E7-4880 v2) and W790 (Xeon w7-3445).
| Feature | Xeon E7-4880 v2 | Xeon w7-3445 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA2011 | LGA4677 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 5.0+67% |
| Max RAM Speed | 1600 | 4800+200% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 1536 | 4096+167% |
| RAM Channels | 4 | 8+100% |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 40 | 112+180% |
Advanced Features
Only the Xeon w7-3445 has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Only the Xeon w7-3445 supports AVX-512 instructions — important for machine learning and scientific applications. Both support VT-x, VT-d virtualization. Direct competitor: Xeon E7-4880 v2 rivals AMD Opteron 6380; Xeon w7-3445 rivals Threadripper PRO 7965WX.
| Feature | Xeon E7-4880 v2 | Xeon w7-3445 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| IGPU Model | None | None |
| Unlocked | No | Yes |
| AVX-512 | No | Yes |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | VT-x, VT-d |
Value Analysis
The Xeon E7-4880 v2 launched at $6619 MSRP, while the Xeon w7-3445 debuted at $1989. At current prices ($185 vs $2596), the Xeon E7-4880 v2 is $2411 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon E7-4880 v2 delivers 261.8 pts/$ vs 18.9 pts/$ for the Xeon w7-3445 — making the Xeon E7-4880 v2 the 173.1% better value option.
| Feature | Xeon E7-4880 v2 | Xeon w7-3445 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $6619 | $1989-70% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $185-93% | $2596 |
| Performance per Dollar | 261.8+1285% | 18.9 |
| Release Date | 2014 | 2023 |
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