CPU
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Xeon W-11865MRE
Core Ultra 7 256V
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.
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Performance Per Dollar Xeon W-11865MRE
Performance Per Dollar Core Ultra 7 256V
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon W-11865MRE | Core Ultra 7 256V |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($600) | ✅ More affordable ($350) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Tiger Lake-H (2021) / 10 nm) | ✨ Modern (Lunar Lake (2024) / 3 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon W-11865MRE | Core Ultra 7 256V |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+71%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($600) | ✅ 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 W-11865MRE and Core Ultra 7 256V
Xeon W-11865MRE
The Xeon W-11865MRE is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 26 August 2021 (4 years ago). It is based on the Tiger Lake-H (2021) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 2.1 GHz, with boost up to 4.7 GHz. L3 cache: 24 MB (total). L2 cache: 1.25 MB (per core). Built on 10 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1787. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 19,589 points. Launch price was $480.
Core Ultra 7 256V
The Core Ultra 7 256V is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 24 September 2024 (1 year ago). It is based on the Lunar Lake (2024) architecture. It features 8 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 2.2 GHz, with boost up to 4.8 GHz. L3 cache: 12 MB (total). L2 cache: 2.5 MB (per core). Built on 3 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA2833. Thermal design power (TDP): 17 Watt. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 19,579 points. Launch price was $299.
Processing Power
The Xeon W-11865MRE packs 8 cores / 16 threads, matching the Core Ultra 7 256V's 8 cores. Boost clocks reach 4.7 GHz on the Xeon W-11865MRE versus 4.8 GHz on the Core Ultra 7 256V — a 2.1% clock advantage for the Core Ultra 7 256V (base: 2.1 GHz vs 2.2 GHz). The Xeon W-11865MRE uses the Tiger Lake-H (2021) architecture (10 nm), while the Core Ultra 7 256V uses Lunar Lake (2024) (3 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon W-11865MRE scores 19,589 against the Core Ultra 7 256V's 19,579 — a 0.1% lead for the Xeon W-11865MRE. L3 cache: 24 MB (total) on the Xeon W-11865MRE vs 12 MB (total) on the Core Ultra 7 256V.
| Feature | Xeon W-11865MRE | Core Ultra 7 256V |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 8 / 16 | 8 / 8 |
| Boost Clock | 4.7 GHz | 4.8 GHz+2% |
| Base Clock | 2.1 GHz | 2.2 GHz+5% |
| L3 Cache | 24 MB (total)+100% | 12 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 1.25 MB (per core) | 2.5 MB (per core)+100% |
| Process | 10 nm | 3 nm-70% |
| Architecture | Tiger Lake-H (2021) | Lunar Lake (2024) |
| PassMark | 19,589 | 19,579 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 10,065 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 2,658 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 11,000 |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon W-11865MRE uses the FCBGA1787 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the Core Ultra 7 256V uses FCBGA2833 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Xeon W-11865MRE | Core Ultra 7 256V |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FCBGA1787 | FCBGA2833 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 5.0 | PCIe 5.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | — | LPDDR5x 8533 MT/s |
| Max RAM Capacity | — | 16 GB |
| RAM Channels | — | 2 |
| ECC Support | — | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | — | 8 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: not specified (Xeon W-11865MRE) / true (Core Ultra 7 256V). The Core Ultra 7 256V includes integrated graphics (Intel Arc Graphics 140V), while the Xeon W-11865MRE requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core Ultra 7 256V targets Mobile.
| Feature | Xeon W-11865MRE | Core Ultra 7 256V |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | — | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | Intel Arc Graphics 140V |
| Unlocked | — | No |
| AVX-512 | — | No |
| Virtualization | — | true |
| Target Use | — | Mobile |
Value Analysis
The Xeon W-11865MRE launched at $600 MSRP, while the Core Ultra 7 256V debuted at $450. At current prices ($600 vs $350), the Core Ultra 7 256V is $250 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon W-11865MRE delivers 32.6 pts/$ vs 55.9 pts/$ for the Core Ultra 7 256V — making the Core Ultra 7 256V the 52.6% better value option.
| Feature | Xeon W-11865MRE | Core Ultra 7 256V |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $600 | $450-25% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $600 | $350-42% |
| Performance per Dollar | 32.6 | 55.9+71% |
| Release Date | 2021 | 2024 |
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