Xeon W-2102 vs Core i7-3630QM

Xeon W-2102

4 Cores4 Thrd120 WWMax: 2.9 GHz2017

Core i7-3630QM

4 Cores8 Thrd45 WWMax: 3.4 GHz2012

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Xeon W-2102

4 / 4

5,098

0.0%

5,136

+0.7%

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 W-2102 is positioned at rank 551 and the Core i7-3630QM is on rank 1007, so the Xeon W-2102 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar Xeon W-2102

Xeon Platinum 8454H

MSRP: $6540|Avg: N/A

8234%

Xeon Gold 6240R

MSRP: $2444|Avg: N/A

1555%

#10

Xeon 6337P

MSRP: $60|Avg: $5

1381%

#15

EPYC 9174F

MSRP: $194|Avg: $30

1067%

#333

Xeon Gold 5317

MSRP: $1088|Avg: $1100

100%

#334

Xeon W-2275

MSRP: $1112|Avg: $500

100%

#335

Xeon Gold 6430

MSRP: $2128|Avg: $1850

99%

#336

Xeon Gold 6421N

MSRP: $2368|Avg: $2427

98%

#337

EPYC 7F72

MSRP: $2131|Avg: $2131

98%

#338

Xeon W-2265

MSRP: $1039|Avg: $663

98%

#339

Xeon w7-3555

MSRP: $2749|Avg: $2199

98%

#340

Xeon w7-3445

MSRP: $1989|Avg: $2596

98%

#341

EPYC 9275F

MSRP: $3439|Avg: $3439

98%

#342

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7975WX

MSRP: $3899|Avg: $3971.7

97%

#551

Xeon W-2102

MSRP: $202|Avg: $286

100%

#553

Xeon E3-1265L v2

MSRP: $265|Avg: N/A

100%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Core i7-3630QM

#995

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

2159%

#996

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

2127%

#997

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

1953%

#998

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

1944%

#999

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

1926%

#1001

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

1860%

#1002

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

1784%

#1003

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

1781%

#1004

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

1733%

#1007

Core i7-3630QM

MSRP: $378|Avg: N/A

100%

#1008

Core i7-3610QM

MSRP: $378|Avg: N/A

100%

#1009

Pentium A1020

MSRP: $86|Avg: $86

100%

#1010

Core i3-1115GRE

MSRP: $338|Avg: $480

100%

#1011

Core i7-4702MQ

MSRP: $383|Avg: $50

100%

#1012

Pentium N4200

MSRP: $161|Avg: $30.89

99%

#1013

Pentium J2900

MSRP: $94|Avg: $20

98%

#1014

Celeron T1700

MSRP: $80|Avg: $5

97%

#1015

Celeron T3500

MSRP: $80|Avg: $10

97%

#1016

A12-9720P

MSRP: $200|Avg: $25

96%

#1017

Core i5-4300M

MSRP: $227|Avg: N/A

96%

#1018

Celeron 1005M

MSRP: $86|Avg: N/A

96%

#1019

Athlon 64 X2 TK-42

MSRP: $60|Avg: $10

95%

#1020

Athlon Neo MV-40

MSRP: $100|Avg: $5

94%

#1021

Core i7-4860EQ

MSRP: $434|Avg: $80

93%

#1022

Pentium SU2700

MSRP: $100|Avg: $10

93%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

About PassMark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Generational Difference: This comparison involves processors from different technological eras. The Xeon W-2102 (2017) utilizes 14 nm technology and DDR4-1600, DDR4-1866, DDR4-2133, DDR4-2400, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Xeon W-2102	Core i7-3630QM
Gaming	❌ Lower gaming performance	✅ Superior gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	✅ More affordable ($286)	⚠️ Higher cost ($378)
Longevity	✨ Modern (Skylake (server) (2017−2018) / 14 nm)	🛑 Legacy (Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) / 22 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Core i7-3630QM (2012) relies on 22 nm technology and DDR3, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Xeon W-2102	Core i7-3630QM
Cost Efficiency	✅ Better overall value (+31%)	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅ More affordable ($286)	⚠️ Higher cost ($378)

Performance Check

Paired with RTX 4090

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.

Xeon W-2102 Benchmark Check

Core i7-3630QM Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Xeon W-2102 and Core i7-3630QM

Xeon W-2102

The Xeon W-2102 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 29 August 2017 (8 years ago). It is based on the Skylake (server) (2017−2018) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.9 GHz, with boost up to 2.9 GHz. L3 cache: 8.25 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA2066. Thermal design power (TDP): 120 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-1600, DDR4-1866, DDR4-2133, DDR4-2400. Passmark benchmark score: 5,098 points. Launch price was $202.

Core i7-3630QM

The Core i7-3630QM is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 September 2012 (13 years ago). It is based on the Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 2.4 GHz, with boost up to 3.4 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: PGA988. Thermal design power (TDP): 45 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 5,136 points. Launch price was $284.

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Processing Power

The Xeon W-2102 packs 4 cores / 4 threads, matching the Core i7-3630QM's 4 cores. Boost clocks reach 2.9 GHz on the Xeon W-2102 versus 3.4 GHz on the Core i7-3630QM — a 15.9% clock advantage for the Core i7-3630QM (base: 2.9 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The Xeon W-2102 uses the Skylake (server) (2017−2018) architecture (14 nm), while the Core i7-3630QM uses Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) (22 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon W-2102 scores 5,098 against the Core i7-3630QM's 5,136 — a 0.7% lead for the Core i7-3630QM. L3 cache: 8.25 MB (total) on the Xeon W-2102 vs 6 MB (total) on the Core i7-3630QM.

Feature	Xeon W-2102	Core i7-3630QM
Cores / Threads	4 / 4	4 / 8
Boost Clock	2.9 GHz	3.4 GHz+17%
Base Clock	2.9 GHz+21%	2.4 GHz
L3 Cache	8.25 MB (total)+38%	6 MB (total)
L2 Cache	1 MB (per core)+300%	256K (per core)
Process	14 nm-36%	22 nm
Architecture	Skylake (server) (2017−2018)	Ivy Bridge (2012−2013)
PassMark	5,098	5,136
Geekbench 6 Single	—	600
Geekbench 6 Multi	—	2,000

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Memory & Platform

The Xeon W-2102 uses the LGA2066 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i7-3630QM uses PGA988 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.

Feature	Xeon W-2102	Core i7-3630QM
Socket	LGA2066	PGA988
PCIe Generation	PCIe 3.0	PCIe 3.0
Max RAM Speed	—	DDR3-1600
Max RAM Capacity	—	32 GB
RAM Channels	—	2
ECC Support	—	❌
PCIe Lanes	—	16

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Advanced Features

Virtualization: not specified (Xeon W-2102) / VT-x (Core i7-3630QM). The Core i7-3630QM includes integrated graphics (Intel HD Graphics 4000), while the Xeon W-2102 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i7-3630QM targets Mainstream Laptop. Direct competitor: Core i7-3630QM rivals AMD A10-5750M.