
Xeon E7-8867 v3 vs Core i7-13700

Xeon E7-8867 v3

Core i7-13700
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Xeon E7-8867 v3
Performance Per Dollar Core i7-13700
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon E7-8867 v3 | Core i7-13700 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($4,672) | ✅ More affordable ($350) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Haswell-EX (2015) / 22 nm) | ✨ Modern (Raptor Lake-S (2023−2024) / Intel 7 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon E7-8867 v3 | Core i7-13700 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+1210%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($4,672) | ✅ More affordable ($350) |
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 E7-8867 v3 and Core i7-13700

Xeon E7-8867 v3
The Xeon E7-8867 v3 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2015-01-01. It is based on the Haswell-EX (2015) architecture. It features 16 cores and 32 threads. Base frequency is 2.5 GHz, with boost up to 3.3 GHz. L3 cache: 45 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA2011. Thermal design power (TDP): 165 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-1333/1600/1866, DDR3-1066/1333/1600. Passmark benchmark score: 36,908 points. Launch price was $800.

Core i7-13700
The Core i7-13700 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 4 January 2023 (2 years ago). It is based on the Raptor Lake-S (2023−2024) architecture. It features 16 cores and 24 threads. Base frequency is 2.1 GHz, with boost up to 5.2 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): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-5600, DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 36,230 points. Launch price was $384.
Processing Power
The Xeon E7-8867 v3 packs 16 cores / 32 threads, matching the Core i7-13700's 16 cores. Boost clocks reach 3.3 GHz on the Xeon E7-8867 v3 versus 5.2 GHz on the Core i7-13700 — a 44.7% clock advantage for the Core i7-13700 (base: 2.5 GHz vs 2.1 GHz). The Xeon E7-8867 v3 uses the Haswell-EX (2015) architecture (22 nm), while the Core i7-13700 uses Raptor Lake-S (2023−2024) (Intel 7 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon E7-8867 v3 scores 36,908 against the Core i7-13700's 36,230 — a 1.9% lead for the Xeon E7-8867 v3. L3 cache: 45 MB (total) on the Xeon E7-8867 v3 vs 30 MB (total) on the Core i7-13700.
| Feature | Xeon E7-8867 v3 | Core i7-13700 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 16 / 32 | 16 / 24 |
| Boost Clock | 3.3 GHz | 5.2 GHz+58% |
| Base Clock | 2.5 GHz+19% | 2.1 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 45 MB (total)+50% | 30 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 256K (per core) | 2 MB (per core)+700% |
| Process | 22 nm | Intel 7 nm-68% |
| Architecture | Haswell-EX (2015) | Raptor Lake-S (2023−2024) |
| PassMark | 36,908+2% | 36,230 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 850 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 10,000 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon E7-8867 v3 uses the LGA2011 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i7-13700 uses LGA1700 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR4-1866 on the Xeon E7-8867 v3 versus DDR5-5600 on the Core i7-13700 — the Core i7-13700 supports 22.2% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Xeon E7-8867 v3 supports up to 1536 GB of RAM compared to 192 GB — 155.6% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 4 (Xeon E7-8867 v3) vs 2 (Core i7-13700). PCIe lanes: 32 (Xeon E7-8867 v3) vs 20 (Core i7-13700) — the Xeon E7-8867 v3 offers 12 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: C602J (Xeon E7-8867 v3) and Z790,B760 (Core i7-13700).
| Feature | Xeon E7-8867 v3 | Core i7-13700 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA2011 | LGA1700 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 5.0+67% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4-1866 | DDR5-5600+25% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 1536 GB+700% | 192 GB |
| RAM Channels | 4+100% | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 32+60% | 20 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Only the Core i7-13700 supports AVX-512 instructions — important for machine learning and scientific applications. Both support VT-x, VT-d virtualization. The Core i7-13700 includes integrated graphics (UHD Graphics 770), while the Xeon E7-8867 v3 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Xeon E7-8867 v3 targets Server.
| Feature | Xeon E7-8867 v3 | Core i7-13700 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | None | UHD Graphics 770 |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | Yes |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | VT-x, VT-d |
| Target Use | Server | — |
Value Analysis
The Xeon E7-8867 v3 launched at $4672 MSRP, while the Core i7-13700 debuted at $384. At current prices ($4672 vs $350), the Core i7-13700 is $4322 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon E7-8867 v3 delivers 7.9 pts/$ vs 103.5 pts/$ for the Core i7-13700 — making the Core i7-13700 the 171.6% better value option.
| Feature | Xeon E7-8867 v3 | Core i7-13700 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $4672 | $384-92% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $4672 | $350-93% |
| Performance per Dollar | 7.9 | 103.5+1210% |
| Release Date | 2015 | 2023 |
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