CPU
GPU
Xeon Gold 6150
Core i7-13700H
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
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Performance Per Dollar Xeon Gold 6150
Performance Per Dollar Core i7-13700H
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon Gold 6150 | Core i7-13700H |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($196) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($502) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Skylake (server) (2017−2018) / 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Raptor Lake-H (2023−2024) / Intel 7 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon Gold 6150 | Core i7-13700H |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+159%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($196) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($502) |
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 Gold 6150 and Core i7-13700H
Xeon Gold 6150
The Xeon Gold 6150 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 25 April 2017 (8 years ago). It is based on the Skylake (server) (2017−2018) architecture. It features 18 cores and 36 threads. Base frequency is 2.7 GHz, with boost up to 3.7 GHz. L3 cache: 24.75 MB. L2 cache: 18 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA3647. Thermal design power (TDP): 165 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2666. Passmark benchmark score: 26,447 points. Launch price was $3,358.
Core i7-13700H
The Core i7-13700H is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 4 January 2023 (2 years ago). It is based on the Raptor Lake-H (2023−2024) architecture. It features 14 cores and 20 threads. Base frequency is 2.4 GHz, with boost up to 5 GHz. L3 cache: 24 MB (total). L2 cache: 2 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1744. Thermal design power (TDP): 45 Watt. Memory support: DDR4, DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 26,140 points. Launch price was $502.
Processing Power
The Xeon Gold 6150 packs 18 cores / 36 threads, while the Core i7-13700H offers 14 cores / 20 threads — the Xeon Gold 6150 has 4 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.7 GHz on the Xeon Gold 6150 versus 5 GHz on the Core i7-13700H — a 29.9% clock advantage for the Core i7-13700H (base: 2.7 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The Xeon Gold 6150 uses the Skylake (server) (2017−2018) architecture (14 nm), while the Core i7-13700H uses Raptor Lake-H (2023−2024) (Intel 7 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon Gold 6150 scores 26,447 against the Core i7-13700H's 26,140 — a 1.2% lead for the Xeon Gold 6150. L3 cache: 24.75 MB on the Xeon Gold 6150 vs 24 MB (total) on the Core i7-13700H.
| Feature | Xeon Gold 6150 | Core i7-13700H |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 18 / 36+29% | 14 / 20 |
| Boost Clock | 3.7 GHz | 5 GHz+35% |
| Base Clock | 2.7 GHz+13% | 2.4 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 24.75 MB+3% | 24 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 18 MB+800% | 2 MB (per core) |
| Process | 14 nm | Intel 7 nm-50% |
| Architecture | Skylake (server) (2017−2018) | Raptor Lake-H (2023−2024) |
| PassMark | 26,447+1% | 26,140 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 20,101 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 2,279 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 13,208 |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon Gold 6150 uses the LGA3647 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i7-13700H uses FCBGA1744 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Xeon Gold 6150 | Core i7-13700H |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA3647 | FCBGA1744 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 5.0+67% |
| Max RAM Speed | — | DDR5-5200 |
| Max RAM Capacity | — | 96 GB |
| RAM Channels | — | 2 |
| ECC Support | — | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | — | 28 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: not specified (Xeon Gold 6150) / VT-x, VT-d (Core i7-13700H). The Core i7-13700H includes integrated graphics (Iris Xe Graphics (96EU)), while the Xeon Gold 6150 requires a dedicated GPU.
| Feature | Xeon Gold 6150 | Core i7-13700H |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | — | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | Iris Xe Graphics (96EU) |
| Unlocked | — | Yes |
| AVX-512 | — | Yes |
| Virtualization | — | VT-x, VT-d |
Value Analysis
The Xeon Gold 6150 launched at $3358 MSRP, while the Core i7-13700H debuted at $502.
| Feature | Xeon Gold 6150 | Core i7-13700H |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $3358 | $502-85% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $196 | — |
| Release Date | 2017 | 2023 |
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