Xeon W-2125 vs Core i7-1185G7
Xeon W-2125
Core i7-1185G7
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. The Xeon W-2125 is positioned at rank 590 and the Core i7-1185G7 is on rank 816, so the Xeon W-2125 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
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Performance Per Dollar Xeon W-2125
Performance Per Dollar Core i7-1185G7
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon W-2125 | Core i7-1185G7 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($42) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Skylake (server) (2017−2018) / 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Tiger Lake-UP3 (2020−2021) / 10 nm SuperFin) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon W-2125 | Core i7-1185G7 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($42) | ✅ 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-2125 and Core i7-1185G7
Xeon W-2125
The Xeon W-2125 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 8 threads. Base frequency is 4 GHz, with boost up to 4.5 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, DDR4-2666. Passmark benchmark score: 10,000 points. Launch price was $444.
Core i7-1185G7
The Core i7-1185G7 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2 September 2020 (5 years ago). It is based on the Tiger Lake-UP3 (2020−2021) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3 GHz, with boost up to 4.8 GHz. L3 cache: 12 MB (total). L2 cache: 1.25 MB (per core). Built on 10 nm SuperFin process technology. Socket: FCBGA1449. Thermal design power (TDP): 28 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 10,033 points. Launch price was $149.
Processing Power
Both the Xeon W-2125 and Core i7-1185G7 share an identical 4-core/8-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 4.5 GHz on the Xeon W-2125 versus 4.8 GHz on the Core i7-1185G7 — a 6.5% clock advantage for the Core i7-1185G7 (base: 4 GHz vs 3 GHz). The Xeon W-2125 uses the Skylake (server) (2017−2018) architecture (14 nm), while the Core i7-1185G7 uses Tiger Lake-UP3 (2020−2021) (10 nm SuperFin). In PassMark, the Xeon W-2125 scores 10,000 against the Core i7-1185G7's 10,033 — a 0.3% lead for the Core i7-1185G7. L3 cache: 8.25 MB (total) on the Xeon W-2125 vs 12 MB (total) on the Core i7-1185G7.
| Feature | Xeon W-2125 | Core i7-1185G7 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 8 | 4 / 8 |
| Boost Clock | 4.5 GHz | 4.8 GHz+7% |
| Base Clock | 4 GHz+33% | 3 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 8.25 MB (total) | 12 MB (total)+45% |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core) | 1.25 MB (per core)+25% |
| Process | 14 nm | 10 nm SuperFin-29% |
| Architecture | Skylake (server) (2017−2018) | Tiger Lake-UP3 (2020−2021) |
| PassMark | 10,000 | 10,033 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 1,700 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 5,200 |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon W-2125 uses the LGA2066 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i7-1185G7 uses FCBGA1449 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR4-2666 memory speed. The Xeon W-2125 supports up to 512 GB of RAM compared to 64 GB — 155.6% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 4 (Xeon W-2125) vs 2 (Core i7-1185G7). PCIe lanes: 48 (Xeon W-2125) vs 20 (Core i7-1185G7) — the Xeon W-2125 offers 28 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives.
| Feature | Xeon W-2125 | Core i7-1185G7 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA2066 | FCBGA1449 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 4.0+33% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4-2666 | LPDDR4x-4267 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 512 GB+700% | 64 GB |
| RAM Channels | 4+100% | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 48+140% | 20 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Both support AVX-512 instructions, benefiting scientific computing, AI inference, and encryption workloads. Both support VT-x, VT-d virtualization. The Core i7-1185G7 includes integrated graphics (Iris Xe Graphics G7), while the Xeon W-2125 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Xeon W-2125 targets Workstation, Core i7-1185G7 targets Thin & Light Laptop.
| Feature | Xeon W-2125 | Core i7-1185G7 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | Iris Xe Graphics G7 |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | Yes | Yes |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | VT-x, VT-d |
| Target Use | Workstation | Thin & Light Laptop |
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