CPU
GPU
Xeon W-1370
Core i9-12900TE
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.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Xeon W-1370
Performance Per Dollar Core i9-12900TE
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon W-1370 | Core i9-12900TE |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($323) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($664) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Rocket Lake-S (2021) / 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Alder Lake-S (2022) / 10 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon W-1370 | Core i9-12900TE |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+106%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($323) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($664) |
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-1370 and Core i9-12900TE
Xeon W-1370
The Xeon W-1370 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 6 May 2021 (4 years ago). It is based on the Rocket Lake-S (2021) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 2.9 GHz, with boost up to 5.1 GHz. L3 cache: 16 MB (total). L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1200. Thermal design power (TDP): 80 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 22,948 points. Launch price was $362.
Core i9-12900TE
The Core i9-12900TE 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 16 cores and 24 threads. Base frequency is 1.1 GHz, with boost up to 4.8 GHz. L3 cache: 30 MB (total). L2 cache: 1.25 MB (per core). Built on 10 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1700. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR4, DDR5 Dual-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 22,887 points. Launch price was $299.
Processing Power
The Xeon W-1370 packs 8 cores / 16 threads, while the Core i9-12900TE offers 16 cores / 24 threads — the Core i9-12900TE has 8 more cores. Boost clocks reach 5.1 GHz on the Xeon W-1370 versus 4.8 GHz on the Core i9-12900TE — a 6.1% clock advantage for the Xeon W-1370 (base: 2.9 GHz vs 1.1 GHz). The Xeon W-1370 uses the Rocket Lake-S (2021) architecture (14 nm), while the Core i9-12900TE uses Alder Lake-S (2022) (10 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon W-1370 scores 22,948 against the Core i9-12900TE's 22,887 — a 0.3% lead for the Xeon W-1370. L3 cache: 16 MB (total) on the Xeon W-1370 vs 30 MB (total) on the Core i9-12900TE.
| Feature | Xeon W-1370 | Core i9-12900TE |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 8 / 16 | 16 / 24+100% |
| Boost Clock | 5.1 GHz+6% | 4.8 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.9 GHz+164% | 1.1 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 16 MB (total) | 30 MB (total)+88% |
| L2 Cache | 512 kB (per core) | 1.25 MB (per core)+150% |
| Process | 14 nm | 10 nm-29% |
| Architecture | Rocket Lake-S (2021) | Alder Lake-S (2022) |
| PassMark | 22,948 | 22,887 |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon W-1370 uses the LGA1200 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i9-12900TE uses LGA1700 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Xeon W-1370 | Core i9-12900TE |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1200 | LGA1700 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 5.0+67% |
Value Analysis
The Xeon W-1370 launched at $323 MSRP, while the Core i9-12900TE debuted at $494. At current prices ($323 vs $664), the Xeon W-1370 is $341 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon W-1370 delivers 71.0 pts/$ vs 34.5 pts/$ for the Core i9-12900TE — making the Xeon W-1370 the 69.3% better value option.
| Feature | Xeon W-1370 | Core i9-12900TE |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $323-35% | $494 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $323-51% | $664 |
| Performance per Dollar | 71.0+106% | 34.5 |
| Release Date | 2021 | 2022 |
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