CPU
GPU
Xeon Silver 4112
Core i5-7600
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. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money. The Xeon Silver 4112 is positioned at rank 933 and the Core i5-7600 is on rank 606, so the Core i5-7600 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Xeon Silver 4112
Performance Per Dollar Core i5-7600
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon Silver 4112 | Core i5-7600 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($67) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($114) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Skylake (server) (2017−2018) / 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Kaby Lake (2016−2019) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon Silver 4112 | Core i5-7600 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+69%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($67) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($114) |
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 Silver 4112 and Core i5-7600
Xeon Silver 4112
The Xeon Silver 4112 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 11 July 2017 (8 years ago). It is based on the Skylake (server) (2017−2018) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 2.6 GHz, with boost up to 3 GHz. L3 cache: 8.25 MB. L2 cache: 4 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA3647. Thermal design power (TDP): 85 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2400. Passmark benchmark score: 6,536 points. Launch price was $473.
Core i5-7600
The Core i5-7600 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 3 January 2017 (8 years ago). It is based on the Kaby Lake (2016−2019) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.5 GHz, with boost up to 4.1 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1151. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 6,568 points. Launch price was $224.
Processing Power
The Xeon Silver 4112 packs 4 cores / 8 threads, matching the Core i5-7600's 4 cores. Boost clocks reach 3 GHz on the Xeon Silver 4112 versus 4.1 GHz on the Core i5-7600 — a 31% clock advantage for the Core i5-7600 (base: 2.6 GHz vs 3.5 GHz). The Xeon Silver 4112 uses the Skylake (server) (2017−2018) architecture (14 nm), while the Core i5-7600 uses Kaby Lake (2016−2019) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon Silver 4112 scores 6,536 against the Core i5-7600's 6,568 — a 0.5% lead for the Core i5-7600. L3 cache: 8.25 MB on the Xeon Silver 4112 vs 6 MB (total) on the Core i5-7600.
| Feature | Xeon Silver 4112 | Core i5-7600 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 8 | 4 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 3 GHz | 4.1 GHz+37% |
| Base Clock | 2.6 GHz | 3.5 GHz+35% |
| L3 Cache | 8.25 MB+38% | 6 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 4 MB+1500% | 256K (per core) |
| Process | 14 nm | 14 nm |
| Architecture | Skylake (server) (2017−2018) | Kaby Lake (2016−2019) |
| PassMark | 6,536 | 6,568 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 1,307 |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon Silver 4112 uses the LGA3647 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i5-7600 uses LGA1151 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Xeon Silver 4112 | Core i5-7600 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA3647 | LGA1151 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | — | DDR4-2400 |
| Max RAM Capacity | — | 64 GB |
| RAM Channels | — | 2 |
| ECC Support | — | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | — | 16 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: not specified (Xeon Silver 4112) / VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Core i5-7600). The Core i5-7600 includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics 630), while the Xeon Silver 4112 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i5-7600 targets Desktop. Direct competitor: Core i5-7600 rivals Ryzen 5 1500X.
| Feature | Xeon Silver 4112 | Core i5-7600 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | — | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | HD Graphics 630 |
| Unlocked | — | No |
| AVX-512 | — | No |
| Virtualization | — | VT-x, VT-d, EPT |
| Target Use | — | Desktop |
Value Analysis
The Xeon Silver 4112 launched at $885 MSRP, while the Core i5-7600 debuted at $224. At current prices ($67 vs $114), the Xeon Silver 4112 is $47 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon Silver 4112 delivers 97.6 pts/$ vs 57.6 pts/$ for the Core i5-7600 — making the Xeon Silver 4112 the 51.5% better value option.
| Feature | Xeon Silver 4112 | Core i5-7600 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $885 | $224-75% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $67-41% | $114 |
| Performance per Dollar | 97.6+69% | 57.6 |
| Release Date | 2017 | 2017 |
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