
Xeon W-1250 vs Xeon D-1823NT

Xeon W-1250

Xeon D-1823NT
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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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-1250
Performance Per Dollar Xeon D-1823NT
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon W-1250 | Xeon D-1823NT |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($333) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Legacy / 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Legacy / Standard Node) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon W-1250 | Xeon D-1823NT |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($333) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
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-1250 and Xeon D-1823NT

Xeon W-1250
The Xeon W-1250 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2015-01-01. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 3.3 GHz, with boost up to 4.7 GHz. L3 cache: 12 MB Intel® Smart Cache. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1200. Thermal design power (TDP): 80 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2666. Passmark benchmark score: 13,671 points. Launch price was $800.

Xeon D-1823NT
The Xeon D-1823NT is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2015-01-01. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 2.8 GHz, with boost up to 3.5 GHz. L3 cache: 10240 kB. Socket: FCBGA2227. Thermal design power (TDP): 55 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 13,673 points. Launch price was $800.
Processing Power
Both the Xeon W-1250 and Xeon D-1823NT share an identical 6-core/12-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 4.7 GHz on the Xeon W-1250 versus 3.5 GHz on the Xeon D-1823NT — a 29.3% clock advantage for the Xeon W-1250 (base: 3.3 GHz vs 2.8 GHz). In PassMark, the Xeon W-1250 scores 13,671 against the Xeon D-1823NT's 13,673 — a 0% lead for the Xeon D-1823NT. L3 cache: 12 MB Intel® Smart Cache on the Xeon W-1250 vs 10240 kB on the Xeon D-1823NT.
| Feature | Xeon W-1250 | Xeon D-1823NT |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 6 / 12 | 6 / 12 |
| Boost Clock | 4.7 GHz+34% | 3.5 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.3 GHz+18% | 2.8 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 12 MB Intel® Smart Cache+20% | 10240 kB |
| Process | 14 nm | — |
| PassMark | 13,671 | 13,673 |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon W-1250 uses the LGA1200 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Xeon D-1823NT uses FCBGA2227 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Xeon W-1250 | Xeon D-1823NT |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1200 | FCBGA2227 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 4.0+33% |
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