Xeon W-10855M vs Core i3-12100
Xeon W-10855M
Core i3-12100
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. The Xeon W-10855M is positioned at rank #82 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Balanced cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Xeon W-10855M
Performance Per Dollar Core i3-12100
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon W-10855M | Core i3-12100 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($43) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($180) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Comet Lake-H (2020) / 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Alder Lake-S (2022) / Intel 7 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon W-10855M | Core i3-12100 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+316%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($43) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($180) |
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 W-10855M and Core i3-12100
Xeon W-10855M
The Xeon W-10855M is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2015-01-01. It is based on the Comet Lake-H (2020) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 2.8 GHz, with boost up to 4.9 GHz. L3 cache: 12 MB. L2 cache: 1.5 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1440. Thermal design power (TDP): 45 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 12,249 points. Launch price was $800.
Core i3-12100
The Core i3-12100 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 4 January 2022 (3 years ago). It is based on the Alder Lake-S (2022) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.3 GHz, with boost up to 4.3 GHz. L3 cache: 12 MB (total). L2 cache: 1.25 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1700. Thermal design power (TDP): 60 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-4800, DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 12,315 points. Launch price was $149.
Processing Power
The Xeon W-10855M packs 6 cores / 12 threads, while the Core i3-12100 offers 4 cores / 8 threads — the Xeon W-10855M has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.9 GHz on the Xeon W-10855M versus 4.3 GHz on the Core i3-12100 — a 13% clock advantage for the Xeon W-10855M (base: 2.8 GHz vs 3.3 GHz). The Xeon W-10855M uses the Comet Lake-H (2020) architecture (14 nm), while the Core i3-12100 uses Alder Lake-S (2022) (Intel 7 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon W-10855M scores 12,249 against the Core i3-12100's 12,315 — a 0.5% lead for the Core i3-12100. L3 cache: 12 MB on the Xeon W-10855M vs 12 MB (total) on the Core i3-12100.
| Feature | Xeon W-10855M | Core i3-12100 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 6 / 12+50% | 4 / 8 |
| Boost Clock | 4.9 GHz+14% | 4.3 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.8 GHz | 3.3 GHz+18% |
| L3 Cache | 12 MB | 12 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 1.5 MB+20% | 1.25 MB (per core) |
| Process | 14 nm | Intel 7 nm-50% |
| Architecture | Comet Lake-H (2020) | Alder Lake-S (2022) |
| PassMark | 12,249 | 12,315 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 2,157 |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon W-10855M uses the BGA1440 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the Core i3-12100 uses LGA1700 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Xeon W-10855M | Core i3-12100 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | BGA1440 | LGA1700 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 5.0 | PCIe 5.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | — | DDR5-4800 |
| Max RAM Capacity | — | 128 GB |
| RAM Channels | — | 2 |
| ECC Support | — | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | — | 20 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: not specified (Xeon W-10855M) / VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Core i3-12100). The Core i3-12100 includes integrated graphics (UHD Graphics 730), while the Xeon W-10855M requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i3-12100 targets Budget Gaming Desktop. Direct competitor: Core i3-12100 rivals Ryzen 5 5500.
| Feature | Xeon W-10855M | Core i3-12100 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | — | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | UHD Graphics 730 |
| Unlocked | — | No |
| AVX-512 | — | No |
| Virtualization | — | VT-x, VT-d, EPT |
| Target Use | — | Budget Gaming Desktop |
Value Analysis
The Xeon W-10855M launched at $118 MSRP, while the Core i3-12100 debuted at $122. At current prices ($43 vs $180), the Xeon W-10855M is $137 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon W-10855M delivers 284.9 pts/$ vs 68.4 pts/$ for the Core i3-12100 — making the Xeon W-10855M the 122.5% better value option.
| Feature | Xeon W-10855M | Core i3-12100 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $118-3% | $122 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $43-76% | $180 |
| Performance per Dollar | 284.9+317% | 68.4 |
| Release Date | 2020 | 2022 |
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